This old house

An old home has a certain appeal that's hard to resist. While some may see only rotting wood and drafty windows, others see opportunity and the need to restore the home to its former glory. So if you intend to restore the original characteristics of the house, Here are 11 features of an old home worth saving and restoring.

This small-town Texas home was lovingly and painstakingly restored.

This Old house renovation

Owning a historic, 110-year-old home is an honor of a lifetime and with that privilege, also comes responsibility. This year I'm tackling some repairs to do my part in making sure my home will last the next 100 years.

Part 1 in our 4 part series: a 100 year old house renovation. Where we started renovating our house, remodeling a house built in 1900. So much problem solving, including a staircase, bathroom, and kitchen. Come marvel at our two family foreclosed 2nd floor apartment renovation! #homerenovation

Where to Buy Authentic Materials for Old House Renovation with Budget Tips and Suggestions - Whether you are renovating an old farmhouse or adding character to a new home, sometimes you just need old pieces of trim, doors, flooring, cabinets and so much more that’s hard to replicate at the big box stores. We are restoring our 1900 farmhouse to its former glory, and I’ll share where to buy authentic materials for old house renovation. Bonus: many of these sources often are less than new…

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The less stress way for how to get an old house diy without feeling complete overwhelmed. Here are my budget savvy and time saving tips for completely gutting a house on a budget. If you love home improvement DIY then you’ll love an old home remodel project. Inside you’ll find DIY old house renovation ideas on a budget that worked for me during my cape cod style house renovation. Re-pin & read all about DIY home improvement on a budget and my diy house remodel on a budget of a small old…

Full tour of an 1800's Farmhouse in Upstate New York before any renovations. Follow DianaMarieHome on instagram, pinterest, and youtube to follow along on the journey of making this old house a home. #fixerupper #farmhouse

The before and afters of my Grandma's house remodel, renovation, do it yourself of a 100 year farmhouse after fully gutting

Leaks, wild life, inspections. These are the things I wished I was told to look out for before buying an old house.

Like we have said before about a fixer upper, "If it ain't kindling, there is still hope."

<p><em>TOH</em> readers took on another batch of rundown abodes and remade them into cheery and beautiful houses</p>

If you are looking to save money on fixing up your old house check if your state offers a Historic Tax Credit. We saved $5,000 on our first old house rehab and our state offers up to $50,000! At least 39 states offer a Historic Tax Credits which can be 20%-25% of project costs. HISTORIC

OHU50K Notes $50,000 Sold Located on a third of an acre corner lot is this amazing fixer upper steamboat gothic home in a town of about 1,700 residents

We just could not do this project without my family. While it feels like a dream for all of us that we get to keep this house in the family, I know that it would not be possible without the countless hours my family is putting in to help us get there. I know we …

New houses can a learn a lot from old houses. Check out these ten simple design lessons that can be incorporated in the planning stage of your new home build.

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