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January 21, 2025 DIY Refinishing of Victorian Doors

OHJ reader and blogger Gina Bellous describes her method for refinishing the historic Eastlake-style doors she came to collect.

January 20, 2025 Fixing the Bullnose on a Concrete Step
Do this, not that, when repairing the broken edge of a masonry stair step.
January 17, 2025 New Life for Old Hardware
With the right approach, you can restore old hardware—whether through soaking, scrubbing, or polishing—giving it a fresh look while preserving its original charm.

Installing Wainscots
Wall finishes in wood, beadboard; using salvage; raised-panel repairs.
Custom Built-in Cabinets Made Easy
A standardized approach, quick-to-install hardware, and a simplified design make building custom casework cost-effective.
Finding the Roof Leak
It started with the roofers not removing the old layer of shingles.

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