Stories at this level: 28
Ask The Old-House Doctor
Should you be concerned about the synthetic stucco (EIFS) on your house?
The Preservation and Repair of Historic Stucco
Successful stucco repair requires skill and experience. Here are pointers.
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Intro)
Identifying the Graffiti and the Masonry
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part A)
Identifying the Graffiti and the Masonry
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part B)
Graffiti Removal Methods and Materials
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part C)
Testing
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part D)
Health and Safety Considerations
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part E)
Environmental Considerations
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part F)
Barrier Coatings
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part G)
Preventing and Controlling Graffiti
Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part H)
Summary, Selected Readings, and Development of a Treatment Plants
Suggestions for Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry (Part I)
Suggestions for Removing Graffiti from Historic Masonry
The Preservation of Historic Glazed Architectural Terra-Cotta
What it is; common deterioration problems; how to maintain, repair and replace it.
Wood siding how-to -- Intro
An illustrated look at how to install clapboards and other beveled wood siding.
Wood siding how-to -- Part A -- Installing bevel siding
How to determine exposures, nailing patterns, etc.
Wood siding how-to -- Part B -- Corner Details
Corner details for installing clapboards and other beveled siding
Historic Exteriors: Preserving wood
Wood has played a central role in American building during every period and in every style
Historic Exteriors: Brick and masonry
Masonry is among the most durable of historic building materials, but it is also very susceptible to damage by improper maintenance or repair, and harsh or abrasive cleaning methods.
Preservation Brief 42
The maintenance, repair and replacement of historic cast stone
Assessing cleaning and water-repellent treatments for historic masonry buildings
Inappropriate cleaning and waterproofing causes damage. Here's how to do it right.
Repointing mortar joints in historic masonry buildings (Part I)
Although generally considered permanent, masonry is subject to deterioration, especially at the joints
Preservation Brief #2, Part II
All about scheduling and hiring contractors for mortar repair on historic buildings
Dangers of abrasive cleaning to historic buildings
Abrasive cleaning methods are responsible for causing a great deal of damage to historic building materials.
The preservation of historic glazed architectural terra-cotta
Sound mortar is the first line of defense in preserving terra-cotta systems
Aluminum and vinyl siding on historic buildings
The appropriateness of substitute materials for resurfacing historic wood frame buildings
Preservation of Historic Concrete
Protection and maintenance are keys to durability
The Use of Substitute Materials on Historic Building Exteriors
When repair isn't possible, replacement should match original material
Swiss Sheathing
Holes in sheathing should not affect structural integrity or weather tightness of house, but could be a sign of water damage that must be repaired.