4 posts
Old House Rx
The peculiar challenges of pre-1940s housing. Uneven walls, original radiators, hardwood floors that have seen a century of abuse, mysterious junction boxes. Solutions, not laments. Consider this your prescription for old house headaches.
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How to Find and Restore Vintage Hardware Without Paying Antique Store Prices
Sourcing authentic vintage door knobs, hinges, and pulls for old houses on a budget. My father’s secondhand furniture sh...
Nora · Jul 14, 2026
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Door Hardware for Old Houses: What to Keep, What to Replace, and How to Tell the Difference
Old doors and hardware in 1920s homes are full of character — and problems. How to identify solid brass vs plated, funct...
Nora · Jul 11, 2026
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What to Do About Original Radiators: 3 Approaches from $80 to $800
Ugly radiators killing your old house vibe? Three real solutions tested in our 1920s Colonial: DIY lumber cover ($80), I...
Nora · Jul 08, 2026
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Plaster Walls vs. Drywall: Which to Repair, Which to Replace (and How to Tell the Difference)
Old house walls crumbling? I learned the hard way across three 1920s-1950s fixers. The tap test, when to repair plaster ...
Nora · Jul 04, 2026
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