A practical guide to the maintenance and repair of old and historic buildings Carrying out work in accordance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's standard

Repairing Old and Historic Windows Windows are a common problem in nearly every rehabilitation project should they be repaired or must they be replaced? What ca

Starting at the top with chimneys & roofs, & working down through the building, the author examines external walls, rainwater disposal, doors & windows, interna

Provides guidance to historic building owners and building managers, preservation consultants, architects, contractors, and project reviewers prior to treatment

"Plain talk for restorers, from soup to nuts (and bolts). Here's thorough, practical advice that's sensitive to both history and budget".--The Old House Journal