How to get around those annoying organizing challenges for old houses- cramped closets, insufficient electrical outlets, uneven floors, etc..
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.
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.
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.
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!?!
[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.
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.
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.
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….
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.
11 Simple Ways to Determine if Anyone Previously Died in Your House
Simple (and several FREE!) ways to determine if anyone previously died in your house, including local libraries, historical societies, neighbors, etc…