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Montpelier's Walls Take Shape
A look at the lath walls and ceilings that make up James Madison's home
James Madison's home is almost finished—again
What started as a simple roof-framing repair turned into years of history lessons and headaches.
Modern Techniques Restore a Historic House
There's no point in living in the past, so use these techniques to bring an old structure into the present
Measuring Out-of-Level Floors
As a renovation contractor, I work mostly in old homes that require straightening (where possible). To find out how much a floor sagged from one corner to the other, I…
Sassafras Bath
Transom and interior windows let the sun shine into an accessible bathroom trimmed with a combination of durable woods.
Problem-Solving Electrical Boxes
Cleverly designed boxes can get you out of trouble quickly during rough-ins and retrofits.
Removing paint from brick
Q: My husband and I own a house built before World War I. We’ve done a lot of work to it, and there’s a lot more to go. Our next…
Salvaging Old Trim for Reuse
Learn how to pry baseboard trim from walls without damaging either one.
Getting Back to Basics at the International Preservation Trades Workshop
From window-sash repair to stone masonry, this "gathering of the trades" covered it all
A Change of Space
By switching rooms and recycling vintage elements, one couple transforms their kitchen on a tight budget.

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