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Window Restoration is More Doable than Most Think - Old Town Home
Several weeks ago at pretty much the same time the mercury in the thermostat, like a migratory bird took that fateful wintertime dive to the south, I embarked on a type of endeavor that I always seem to be undertaking at inopportune weather periods. However, the project is one that I truly love as an old home owner. The project in question? Double hung window restoration and repair. My hope, as with the Plaster Repair series we recently wrapped, is for these window restoration posts to be…
Real Progress on Our Window Restoration Project: Part 1 - Old Town Home
We're very excited to report real and discernible progress on our window restoration project. Long at last! Yes, it's true! Can you believe it?This project that we've been planning for and talking about taking on for a dozen years is finally underway. Not only is it in progress, the progress we're making is real and honest to goodness progress. I know we're not often known for this kind of news, but it's happening and it feels so good! Especially because the sash started out looking like…
Window Restoration: How To Re-Rope Sash Cord - Old Town Home
Or maybe it's re-rope sash, or restring windows, or re-weight with sash cord? No matter, sit back, buckle in, and get ready for a riveting blog post about restoring antique windows! I doesn't get much more exciting. (I'm lying, it can only get more exciting.)Antique double hung windows are beautiful, there's no doubt about it. I didn't realize this for many years, but after buying our home and falling in love with old homes, the old sash are one of the four truly enchanting elements of…
How To Fix A Rotted Windowsill - And What Lies Beneath
If you've been blessed with a tad too much precipitation - to the point that it's making portions of your home a little squishy - read on. We'll show you everything you need to know to fix a rotted windowsill, and keep at least SOME of that wet stuff out!
Removing Paint From Old Windows
Did you know that the Speedheater™ Infrared System is the best way to remove paint from old window frames? Our specialized window tools kit makes it possible to restore old windows without breaking the glass! #oldwindows #paintstripping #woodstripping #paintremoval #safepaintremoval #windowrestoration #diy #eco_strip #speedheater #windowtools
Historic Aluminum Windows, Restoration and Tru Seal - Foiling the Myth | Adams and Adams
A look at historic aluminum windows, restoration and Tru Seal Windows. Through proper maintenance, cyclical cleanings, necessary repairs, and storm windows, a historic aluminum window can perform as well as a historic wood window and its modern counterparts.
Refurbishing Old Double-Hung Windows - Part One - Fine Homebuilding
Windows built 50 to 100 years ago often were constructed from woods that are no longer available. For that reason, it makes sense to refurbish rather than replace them when they get tired and don't work so well. Learn more about refurbishing old windows here.