Historic Preservation

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Historic Restoration, Shingle Style

While visiting the gardens of the historic Naumkeag house in Massachusetts, a JLC... More

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How to Size Chair Rail and Wainscot

Gary Katz lays out how to determine the appropriate height for these popular... More

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Building a Federal Mantel

Gary Striegler on designing and efficiently assembling a decorative mantel. More

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Repairing Plaster Interiors

Myron Ferguson's techniques for rejuvenating plaster repairs without rocking over... More

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The Carpenters' Company

Our American legacy is one of intense cooperation among builders and wide-spread... More

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EPA Settles with Home Improvement Firm to Pay $11K Over Lead-Paint Safety Violations

The EPA claims that Anaheim, Calif., home improvement company Powerstar Home... More

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Famed Painted Lady Gets Modern Makeover

One of San Francisco's best-known historic homes is saved from demolition with an... More

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Lowering the Lights

Two tons of chandelier makes a controlled descent More

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