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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.

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Categories Old Houses, Organize & Clean

Coat Storage for Old Houses: When Your Closet Is Missing or Too Small

It usually happens at the front door. Guests arrive, coats come off, and someone asks the question every old-house owner knows too well: “Where should…

January 16, 2026January 17, 2026
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Categories Old Houses

15 Affordable Amazon Finds That Capture the Old House Aesthetic

Love the character and charm of old houses—but not the sky-high antique shop prices? You’re in luck. Amazon has become an unexpected treasure trove for…

November 4, 2025November 4, 2025
Victorian-style bathroom with clawfoot tub, floral wallpaper, and brass fixtures
Categories Old Houses

Victorian-Style Bathroom Ideas: How to Bring Old-World Elegance to Your Modern Home

If you’ve ever admired a clawfoot tub, floral wallpaper, or gleaming brass faucet, you’ve already fallen a little bit in love with the Victorian-style bathroom…

October 30, 2025November 4, 2025
Discover what the old house aesthetic really means — and how to bring timeless character and charm into your old or modern home.
Categories Old Houses

What Is “Old House Aesthetic”? 7 Key Features

There’s something irresistible about old homes — the charm, the creaks, the craftsmanship you don’t see much anymore. Lately, I’ve noticed the phrase “old house…

October 21, 2025November 4, 2025
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Categories House History Research, Printables

Essential Supply List for Researching Your Old House History (Free Printable!)

Interested in researching the history of your home?  But not quite sure where to start?  It can be a huge project, and can feel overwhelming. …

July 9, 2025October 4, 2025
8 Ways to prevent "old house" musty smells from entering your home.
Categories Old Houses, Organize & Clean

Preventing Persistent Odors in Old Houses: 8 Proactive Tips for a Fresher Home

Old houses are full of charm, character, and history (it’s why we love them, right??), but they can also come with unique challenges, including persistent…

January 22, 2025December 10, 2025
historic and old house coloring page for adults - free download. from colonials to Victorian to Craftsman to mid-century modern
Categories Old Houses, Printables

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, 2024December 12, 2025
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Categories 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, 2024November 4, 2025
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
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Categories 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, 2024October 4, 2025

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