By Scott Sidler • May 20, 2019
When the mercury starts rising and the temps change from comfortable spring weather to sweltering summer heat, a new set of challenges is upon all us looking to do some exterior painting. In a southern climate, it’s imperative that you […]
By Scott Sidler • May 13, 2019
I know this isn’t an old house related post, but sometimes we all need a break from all the scraping and fixing to do a little something different to get our creative juices going. That’s exactly what this week’s post […]
By Scott Sidler • May 6, 2019
Old windows are pretty simple, right? I mean, it’s only one little piece of an old house. I’ve often described them as consisting of only wood, glass, and putty and while that’s true, there is a plethora of pieces that […]
By Scott Sidler • April 29, 2019
For years I’ve been on the search for the ultimate window glazing putty. I’ve tested dozens of different putties trying to find the right one for the right application. I’ve written about some of those tests in my previous post […]
By Scott Sidler • April 22, 2019
Today is Earth Day where we celebrate taking care of our planet and leaving a greener and healthier world for the next generation. You may be thinking “why on earth is Scott writing about Earth Day on a historic preservation […]
By Scott Sidler • April 15, 2019
Demolition by neglect is when old buildings are destroyed not by the wrecking ball, but by time and neglect from owners who either don’t care about their condition or wish to raze a protected historic structure but can’t get permission […]
By Scott Sidler • April 8, 2019
Asphalt shingles were invented in America in 1901 as a low cost and fire resistant alternative to the available roofing materials of the day. They were originally cotton rag soaked in asphalt with a variety of granules such as slate, […]
By Scott Sidler • April 1, 2019
Gutters have been around for a long time in one form or another and they can make a big difference in keeping your home safe from water damage. But, modern style gutters often look out of place on an old […]