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Old Houses

Ahhh…. the joys (and challenges) of living in an old house. Learn how to embrace the charm and character of old houses while transforming it into a home that works for today’s modern lifestyle.

historic and old house coloring page for adults - free download. from colonials to Victorian to Craftsman to mid-century modern
Categories Old Houses

Free Old House Coloring Pages for Adults [Printable]

There’s something truly magical about old houses. Hand-carved banisters, cozy window seats, etc…. For those of us who love the craftsmanship and history of old…

August 16, 2024August 16, 2024
woman in old house feeling happy after organizing the challenges of living in an old house
Categories Home "Fun"damentals, Old Houses, Organize & Clean

6 Annoying Organizing Challenges for Old Houses [And How to Fix…]

Old homes have an undeniable charm, with architectural details and rich history, right? However, they also host a myriad of challenges when it comes to…

April 19, 2024May 16, 2024
woman at home holding up a magnifying glass with a title that says 9 quick and easy ways to research the history of your home
Categories House History Research, Old Houses

9 Easy Ways to Find Your Home’s History [Less Than 15 Minutes]

Short on time, but long on curiosity? Check out these quick and easy ways to find your home’s history without spending hours deep diving into dusty archives.

March 7, 2024August 16, 2024
photo of Lustron house and erection manual
Categories House History Research, Old Houses

12 Interesting Facts about Lustron Homes

The what, why, how, and when of Lustron Homes. Learn about the rise and fall of the prefab house expected to save America’s post WW- II housing problems.

January 18, 2024January 29, 2024
picture of room with old carpet with title "10 ways to remove smells from old carpet"
Categories Home "Fun"damentals, Old Houses, Organize & Clean

10 Ways to Get Rid of Old Smells from Carpets

Stinky carpet? Tackle that stench with these 10 ways to get rid of old smells from carpets, including baking soda, enyme cleaners, even vodka!?!

July 25, 2023February 5, 2024
US census page from 1950 US census page from 1950 of Newport RI
Categories House History Research, Old Houses

[Tutorial] How to Use the US Census to Find Your Property’s History

Comprehensive tutorial for homeowners on to use the US census to find your property’s history using FREE resources.

July 17, 2023February 29, 2024
photo of a small closet entitied "Why You Old House Has Tiny Closets"
Categories Old Houses

Why Do Old Houses Have Tiny Closets? A Quick History

Lack of storage space is a huge challenge in old houses. Take a quick (and painless) stroll through history to learn how closets developed and why old houses have tiny closets.

April 7, 2023April 2, 2024
photo of man with allergies to describe Old houses tend to be dustier than new builds. Here's the reasons why and how to clean up that extra dust.
Categories Home "Fun"damentals, Old Houses, Organize & Clean

5 Reasons Why Old Houses Are Dustier [And How to Fix]

Old houses tend to be dustier than new builds. Here’s the reasons why and more importantly, ways to clean up that extra dust.

March 23, 2023March 18, 2024
photo of old Victorian house with title - 3 ways your old house tells you its history
Categories House History Research, Old Houses

3 Ways Your Home Can Tell You Its History

There are various ways to research the history of your home – deed search, talking to neighbors. But have you stopped and looked for clues around your house? Here’s how you do it….

February 1, 2023March 20, 2024
two woman having a conversation at a table entitled "7 people to interview about the history of your house"
Categories House History Research, Old Houses

7 Essential People to Interview When Researching the History of Your Home

Go beyond boring deed files in researching the history of your home. Seek out these 7 folks who can help you learn about your home’s history.

January 11, 2023January 29, 2024

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