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Energy efficient and authentic: home windows for old house stylesOld home windows are notorious energy thieves, but preserving the architectural integrity and historic characteristics of your old house requires… More
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Queen Anne homes: an American original
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6 of America's most popular old home styles
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3 worrisome areas for old wiring
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Small kitchen designs work when flexibility is designed in. This great example also incorporates Green features.
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Installing insulation is simplest and most effective Green Renovation you can do. Here's some facts on insulation and old homes.
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