This old house

The before and afters of my Grandma's house remodel, renovation, do it yourself of a 100 year farmhouse after fully gutting

An old home has a certain appeal that's hard to resist. While some may see only rotting wood and drafty windows, others see opportunity and the need to restore the home to its former glory. So if you intend to restore the original characteristics of the house, Here are 11 features of an old home worth saving and restoring.

I recently fulfilled a lifelong dream and purchased a charming 100 year old Art Deco style kit house built in the 1920s. With beautiful original details like arched doorways, ornate moldings, and unique built-ins, this historic home is a decor lover's dream. While parts of the house need some TLC, I'm embracing the journey. Follow along as I check off my never-ending to-do list of projects and purchases. Sometimes forever solutions and sometimes "right now fixes".

Restoring An Old House: What You Should Know Before You Start. Take on a project to restore and old property is not for the faint of heart, start small.

This small-town Texas home was lovingly and painstakingly restored.

The less stress way for how to get an old house diy without feeling complete overwhelmed. Here are my budget savvy and time saving tips for completely gutting a house on a budget. If you love home improvement DIY then you’ll love an old home remodel project. Inside you’ll find DIY old house renovation ideas on a budget that worked for me during my cape cod style house renovation. Re-pin & read all about DIY home improvement on a budget and my diy house remodel on a budget of a small old…

Part 1 in our 4 part series: a 100 year old house renovation. Where we started renovating our house, remodeling a house built in 1900. So much problem solving, including a staircase, bathroom, and kitchen. Come marvel at our two family foreclosed 2nd floor apartment renovation! #homerenovation

inside a real fixer upper

Where to Buy Authentic Materials for Old House Renovation with Budget Tips and Suggestions - Whether you are renovating an old farmhouse or adding character to a new home, sometimes you just need old pieces of trim, doors, flooring, cabinets and so much more that’s hard to replicate at the big box stores. We are restoring our 1900 farmhouse to its former glory, and I’ll share where to buy authentic materials for old house renovation. Bonus: many of these sources often are less than new…

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<em>TOH</em> readers took on another batch of rundown abodes and remade them into cheery and beautiful houses

Are you wanting information on restoring an old house on a budget? There’s something special about restoring an old house. It can be a challenging but rewarding experience, and it’s a great way to save money while improving your home. This blog post will discuss the basics of restoring an old house on a budget. ... Read More about A Quick Guide to Restoring an Old House on a Budget You're reading A Quick Guide to Restoring an Old House on a Budget written by Chas which appeared first

OHU50K Notes $50,000 Sold Located on a third of an acre corner lot is this amazing fixer upper steamboat gothic home in a town of about 1,700 residents

Check out the incredible progress being made on this 1900s Old Farmhouse Addition! We love seeing these before and after progress photos that show what a difference DIY renovation can make. It's amazing to think of the transformation this old farmhouse is undergoing with this addition!

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In this post Denise shares pictures and what she knows of her old house renovation.

Like we have said before about a fixer upper, "If it ain't kindling, there is still hope."

If you are looking to save money on fixing up your old house check if your state offers a Historic Tax Credit. We saved $5,000 on our first old house rehab and our state offers up to $50,000! At least 39 states offer a Historic Tax Credits which can be 20%-25% of project costs. HISTORIC

We just could not do this project without my family. While it feels like a dream for all of us that we get to keep this house in the family, I know that it would not be possible without the countless hours my family is putting in to help us get there. I know we …

Have you ever driven through a historic district and been in awe at the houses? In this post, I'm sharing a tour of one of the region's finest historic homes - a 1901 Victorian Mansion. Overflowing with original detail and charm, this is a house you'll be disappointed not to check out!