Living in the Past: the old house repair book for owners
This is the book for old house owners who’d rather understand their house than fight it. It’s packed with dozens of full-color tutorials on the most common repairs you’ll run into.
You get the step-by-step how, but also the why behind old-house design, materials, and history. That’s the part that keeps you from “fixing” something the way you would on a new build and causing damage. It’s the owner’s guide to understanding and repairing an old home.
Format
- 210 pages, full-color cover and full-color interior
- Digital download
Frequently asked questions
What does the Living in the Past book cover?
It is packed with dozens of full-color tutorials on the most common repairs you run into in an old house. You get the step-by-step how, plus the why behind old-house design, materials, and history, so you do not fix something the way you would on a new build and cause damage.
How many pages is the book and is it in color?
It is 210 pages with a full-color cover and full-color interior. It is a digital download.
Is this a repair manual for old house owners?
Yes. It is the owner’s guide to understanding and repairing an old home, written for owners who would rather understand their house than fight it. The step-by-step tutorials cover the most common repairs you will face.
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