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How To Replace a Mortise Lock on Your Door

How To Replace a Mortise Lock on Your Door

Mortise locks were popular during the 19th century in only the most affluent homes. Today, mortise locks are found in older buildings, commercial properties, and ...
How to Use the Wishlist

How to Use the Wishlist

Took us long enough, but you can finally save your favorite olde things to a wishlist for later retrieval. Here’s how to use it. You’ll ...
How to Shop for Antiques in New York City

How to Shop for Antiques in New York City

Before shopping for antiques in New York City, it’s important to do research. There are hundreds of antique shops in and around the city, and ...
3 DIY Videos to Help You Strip A Door

3 DIY Videos to Help You Strip A Door

Reclaimed doors are a treasure, but sometimes treasure needs a little polishing. Whether you want to take your vintage architectural salvaged doors down to the ...
How to Measure for Fireplace Installation

How to Measure for Fireplace Installation

Several elements are taken into consideration when planning a fireplace installation. Your design-build plan incorporates the size of the room and its dimensions, the style ...
Top 3 Resources to Learn How to Fix Your Cracked Stained Glass Windows

Top 3 Resources to Learn How to Fix Your Cracked Stained Glass Windows

Whether it’s a beautiful antique window that you’ve decided to make a part of your home or the transom that has long hung above your ...
How To Polish Antique Brass & Copper

How To Polish Antique Brass & Copper

 Brass and copper provide an air of glamour and class to any home. Over time, these luminous metals can lose their luster through natural ...
How to Stain an Untreated Door in 5 Steps

How to Stain an Untreated Door in 5 Steps

If you are planning to use new unfinished doors in your construction project, this post will help you walk you throw the staining process. 1. ...
How to Remove Paint from Antique Hardware

How to Remove Paint from Antique Hardware

Many have purchased old-period homes with glorious plans to restore them to their initial beauty.  Many times, during the restoration process, they may find that ...
How to Choose the Best Material for Your Fireplace Mantel

How to Choose the Best Material for Your Fireplace Mantel

If you are renovating your home, or just looking to add a mantel surround to frame your fireplace, you may have questions about which material ...
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