Do you have white replacement windows? If so you then you also need to match your trim to your windows. Let us show you what color options you have. [Read more]
Mistakes Using Fancy Cut Decorative Shingles
The use of fancy cut decorative shingles exploded with Queen Anne Victorian architecture. Although used in many locations, one of the most popular areas of use for these shingles was in the gable. The house to the right looks really great with these fancy cut decorative shingles in a colorful pattern but as nice as [...]
Accenting Victorian House Colors
Accenting Victorian house colors is a good way to show off and allow viewers to appreciate the details and craftsmanship of Victorian architecture. The problem is that almost everyone agrees with this and tends to go overboard when painting their home. There are interesting architectural details that may seem Victorian to some people on all [...]
Painting Windows – Color Placement Mistakes
Painting a window sash is not as simple as you think. There are rules for color placement on a window.
New windows are designed differently making it difficult if not impossible to achieve the result you expect. See how to recognize the difference and learn how to make it work.
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Removing Aluminum Siding from Craftsman
Removing Aluminum Siding from Craftsman Removing aluminum siding from this 1903 building made this a Craftsman home once again. This house was pretty lucky to be bought by owners that understood their home's full potential. Covered up under aluminum siding for many years, wood cedar shingles were anxiously waiting to bask in the sun again. [...]