As the holiday season approaches, your historic home provides a unique canvas for festive decorations. The timeless beauty of exposed brick walls offers an exceptional backdrop for holiday cheer. Before affixing anything to your interior brick walls, care should be taken to ensure the condition of the brick and mortar is suitable for hanging your […]

Perhaps one of the most enjoyable things about owning a Victorian-era historic brick home is decorating your house for the holidays. Known for its classic style, Victorian decorating was always sophisticated and elegant, providing curb appeal during the harsh winter weather. You can create some subdued holiday magic with just a few strategically chosen items, […]

As the crisp autumn air settles in, it’s essential to prepare your backyard and urban garden for the bitter cold of the approaching winter. This vital task not only protects your outdoor oasis throughout the season but also helps to ensure the overall integrity of your historic home. With these tips, you can effectively winterize […]

As the last few leaves prepare to float to the ground and the air becomes crisp, you know it’s the time of transition between fall and winter. Though we find ourselves already in November, there’s still time to sneak in those last-minute tasks that help keep your house in top condition before winter sets in. […]

Halloween may seem like an odd time to think about your historic brick home’s curb appeal, but doing so may give you some new insight into how your residence appears to others. As the spookiest night of the year rolls around, are the repairs and renovations you’ve put off providing you with a perfect Halloween […]

Brick chimneys are one of the most iconic features of historic brick homes and are a testament to the technical craftsmanship of the past. Beneath a chimney’s simple outward appearance is a complex construction designed to ensure proper performance and venting. These chimneys require care and attention to maintain their charm and more importantly, your […]

As the cool autumn weather turns frosty, homeowners might want to focus on a frequently overlooked but crucial part of home maintenance: the cracks and chips of brick walkways, pavers, front steps and driveways. Beneath those fallen leaves strewn across your exterior hardscaping may lurk hidden safety hazards and cosmetic concerns that winter’s freeze-thaw cycles […]

When it comes to the cyclical beauty of the seasons, autumn certainly holds its own. Offering a dazzling display of brilliant reds, oranges and golds, it brings bountiful harvests and cozy knit sweaters. With the temperatures dipping and nature putting on one of its best shows, most people want to make the most of the […]

The allure of wrought iron installations lies not just in the design but also in the craftsmanship. For both historic and modern architecture, houses embellished with decorative ironwork offer a stately, secure and polished appearance. Ironwork in poor condition can have the opposite effect, leaving the impression that the house is unkempt or in ill […]

Installing a fence around your property serves multiple functions. For those living in urban settings or homes with close proximity to neighbors, a wooden fence provides a sense of privacy and relaxation. A well-designed wood fence not only adds to the safety of your home—keeping children and pets inside while keeping potential intruders out—but it […]