Wanamaker Restoration

I would like to know what would be entailed in having my beautiful 1939 doublehung windows and storms restore (reglazed, repaired, replace hardware) and painted! Best, Juliet Hi Juliet, I am writing in response to your inquiry regarding your 1939 double hung windows and storms. The best way for us to give you an idea [...]

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I hope it means we’ve made the big time when we get on the 6 o’clock news (smile) http://www.wcax.com/Global/story.asp?S=10481483 Thanks to Darren Perron and Lance for making us all look so good. Ron

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See you in Isle La Motte!   ALONG CHAMPLAIN’S SHORES The 15th Annual Preservation Conference and Awards Luncheon   Friday June 12, 2009   10:00 – 5:30 ~ Isle La Motte, Vermont     Register at ptvermont.org, or call 802-828-3540 to receive registration packet by mail.  Awards nomination, due May 1, is at ptvermont.org.   [...]

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Hisoric Windows

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An alert reader forwarded on this article about the state and fate of our Division for Historic Preservation. Hopefully in this economic climate the people in charge will realize what a great investment in the future our past is!   “Interesting editorial on changes at Vermont Division for Historic Preservation”   http://www.vpr.net/episode/45905/

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Hi Friends, Neighbors, and even perhaps Detractors, Firstly I want to thank everyone for your support patience and understanding. it has come to my attention that some are wondering “what the heck, he has all these opinions and his own house looks like junk?” Yes, some people judge me because of the state of my [...]

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A Guide to Going Green By Magazine Editors | From Preservation | March/April 2009  To live green at home, and reduce your monthly energy bills, it’s important to evaluate windows. If you live in an older residence, don’t assume that replacement windows are the only option. Historic wooden windows are remarkably efficient as long as they’re well [...]

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 I was thinking it might be helpful to post relevant links from preservation minded organizations that could offer real tips and insights for living in old houses. Here’s a start from the National Trust’s Preservation magazine. www.preservationnation.org/magazine/2009/march-april/how-to-green-your-home.html Let me know if this is something that people enjoy or find useful. Sort of an Utne Reader [...]

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  Wood Window & Energy Efficiency Are you thinking about dealing with your wood windows in anticipation of high fuel costs this winter?  If so, you may want to read about Greening Your Historic Windows.  Read more…    Additionally, a tip sheet from the National Trust is now available on the importance and how-to’s of [...]

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Ron and Amy were far more than just contractors; they were our guides.  They helped us understand that many of best parts of the house we had bought were hidden, not ruined: the woodwork covered in paint, the tilted and seemingly unrepairable windows,the stained and bashed floors. But they also listened carefully to what was [...]

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