by Sarah MacManus | Feb 27, 2018 | Architectural Styles, Finishing Touches, Interior, Renovate
If you’re restoring a historical home with board requirements or simply trying to keep the feel of a period home, you may feel stumped when it comes to home lighting design. Despite your desire for authenticity, there’s no denying the fact that lighting technology has...
by Sarah MacManus | Feb 18, 2018 | Restore
One of the hallmarks of a historical home is the ornate plasterwork that adorns the ceilings and moldings. Artisans came from Europe with these skills and made ornamental plasterwork extremely popular in the United States from the early 1800s to the Great Depression....
by Sarah MacManus | Feb 18, 2018 | Exterior, Victorian
If you’re restoring an old home, you may find yourself replacing a slate roof. Slate is an extremely durable material, and a roof tiled with slate can last hundreds of years. They are on many historic homes throughout the northeast united states. Some slate roofs have...
by Sarah MacManus | Feb 9, 2018 | Do it Yourself, Furnishings, Restore
Good wood furniture can take a lot of wear and still look beautiful. It does require some maintenance, however, along with the right environmental conditions. Most importantly, it can last for hundreds of years. Many antique aficionados constantly look for good pieces...
by Sarah MacManus | Feb 8, 2018 | Classical, Finishing Touches, Interior
Whether your décor style is casual or formal, wainscoting can add a finishing touch to any room. Wainscoting is wood paneling that spans the lower portion of the wall. It’s both a decorative and protective feature for many rooms. A 700-Year-Old Home Décor Trend...
