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How-To Videos:
Jill and I have started video taping our on-going work. Each video is less than 10 minutes long. If you have specific questions about any of them, feel free to ask us for details.



NEW: How to Strip Paint from Wood Molding
An introduction to paint-stripping techniques. Includes refinishing tips to restore wood to original appearance.
LINK: "How to Strip Paint from Wood"

How to Sand & Save a Wood Floor:
The basics of bringing back a damaged hardwood floor using a belt sander.
LINK: "How to Sand & Save a Wood Floor"

Kitchen Sink Upgrade
An interesting challenge: can we replace our old enamel-over-cast iron sink with a new Victorian style country sink and make it look like it's always been there?
LINK: "Kitchen Sink Upgrade"

Kitchen Range Ventilation
You need better ventilation than you know, especially if you're installing a large, new kitchen range.
LINK: "Kitchen Range Ventilation"

How We Restored an 1897 Butler's Pantry
A description of the steps we took to restore our wrecked butler's pantry.
LINK: "How We Restored an 1897 Butler's Pantry"

How to Install an Electrical Outlet
How to install an electrical outlet in a plaster wall. Includes instructions on how to run wire from an existing socket.
LINK: "How to Install an Electrical Outlet"

How to Tile
Installing subway tile for that classic vintage look. Includes tips on mixing mortar and grout.
LINK: "How to Tile" (coming)

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