In this week's video, as part of Hot Sash Window Summer, I'll show you how to remove window sash for restoration and repair.
Whenever I teach someone about how old double-hung wood windows work, one thing that often blows their mind is that the upper sash used to function. Pre-air conditioning, the upper sash came…
Last January, I wrote a post about my 2022 projects and plans, and roofing was on that list. We had the upper roof replaced in 2015 because the situation was dire. At that time, we knew we could put the porches and overhangs on the someday list. Then, last summer, I noticed that the hips…
Hot Sash Window Summer is off to a good start. Last weekend, I posted a short Instagram Reel describing how to open a stuck sash window. While getting a lower sash open is quite a straightforward task, I thought a long-form YouTube video might make a good companion. Unfortunately, when I made the Reel, I…
Let a full summer of window restoration begin! Over the past couple of weeks on Instagram, I've been teasing Hot Sash Window Summer because outside of hosting True Tales From Old Houses, my primary job is window restoration education. So I'm excited to tell you that I've put 12 weeks' worth of content together for…
It's week eight of the One Room Challenge, and wow, am I excited to tell you what I'll be doing all summer! Spoiler alert: I'll still be remodeling the guest bathroom. I don't even know how to describe the ups and downs of this project. None of it has gone according to plan. So, today,…
Holy mother of pearl. The One Room Challenge is almost over, and I am not entirely sure what I'll have to show you by the end of next week. However, I am finally making some measurable progress. After a lot of procrastination, I have two subfloor sections in place. The achilles on both of my…