Old House Journal

The Original Restoration Magazine for people who are passionate about old houses to repair, rehabilitate, update, and decorate their homes; covering all classic American architectural styles,—from the earliest Colonial-era buildings to grand Victorians of every variety to Arts & Crafts bungalows and mid-century ranches.

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Old House Journal

Porch, Lawn & Patio • Revel in the great outdoors this summer with these finds.

See the Sea • Capture the essence of the shore with these home furnishings.

Affordable Mansions • Ever dreamed of owning a period-perfect house worthy of its style? These fit the bill.

A POSTWAR COMEBACK • Serial restorers bring a neglected, plan-built 1948 Ranch all the way back, mostly with their own labor.

DESIGN

designing the perfect Garden Gate

With Swedish Arts & Crafts Precedent • The spirit of Swedish artists Carl and Karin Larsson comes through in a colorful, light-filled new kitchen.

RESTORE

air-sealing BASICS • Look high and low to find and plug air leaks that cost you money and comfort.

NOVELTY & RUSTIC

INVISIBLE REPAIRS for a Hardwood Floor • The key to restoring flooring is finding boards that match and then installing them with care.

Seven Ways to Remove Paint • Depending on the job, any paint-stripping option may be best—or a failure. Consider cost, effort, health risks, and potential damage to the wood.

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INSPIRE

A Grand Rescue on the Coast • This 1892 Queen Anne house, never remodeled but long neglected, gets upgrades from new foundation drainage to picture rails reinstalled. Antiques and fine finishes dress every room.

natural simplicity • A FEW ELEMENTS OF DESIGN, DEFTLY HANDLED, BROUGHT A MID-CENTURY GLASS HOUSE BACK TO ITS BETTER SELF.

PRESERVATION AND RENEWAL FOR A CLASSIC

Remuddling!