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Caring for Your Old House: A Guide for Owners and Residents (Respectful Rehabilitation Series) (Paperback)

by Judith L. Kitchen (Author) "Historic preservation in the United States means to preserve the structures, buildings and sites of the past that are significant in American history, architecture and..." (more)
Key Phrases: federal rehabilitation tax credit, historic preservation organizations, historic preservation office, National Register, United States, National Park Service (more...)

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In this well-illustrated handbook, Judith Kitchen provides comprehensive advice and guidance for old-house owners on researching, repairing and maintaining an old residence to avoid making any irreversible changes to the historic integrity of the house. Potential old-house owners will find valuable recommendations on finding that old home. Included are inspection and maintenance tips with overviews on repairing problems in foundations, roofs, paint, mechanical and plumbing systems and other areas of the house.

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In this well-illustrated handbook, Judith Kitchen provides comprehensive advice and guidance for old-house owners on researching, repairing and maintaining an old residence to avoid making any irreversible changes to the historic integrity of the house. Potential old-house owners will find valuable recommendations on finding that old home. Included are inspection and maintenance tips with overviews on repairing problems in foundations, roofs, paint, mechanical and plumbing systems and other areas of the house.

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Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Wiley (April 1, 1991)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0471143715
ISBN-13: 978-0471143710
Product Dimensions: 9 x 8 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

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Historic preservation in the United States means to preserve the structures, buildings and sites of the past that are significant in American history, architecture and archeology. Read the first page

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federal rehabilitation tax credit, historic preservation organizations, historic preservation office, historic features, historic materials, historic fabric

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National Register, United States, National Park Service, Ohio Historic Preservation Office, Department of the Interior, National Historic Landmarks, Gothic Revival, Mount Vernon, National Historic Preservation Act, New York, American Institute of Architects, Carleton Knight, Saxton House, The Thurber House, Tudor Revival

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Wallpapers in Historic Preservation by Catherine Lynn Frangiamore in Back Matter
The Interiors Handbook for Historic Buildings by Charles E. Fisher in Back Matter
A Concise History Of American Architecture (Icon Editions) by Leland Roth in Back Matter
For Historic Buildings, Floor Coverings (Historic Interiors Series) by Helene Von Rosenstiel in Back Matter
With heritage so rich (Landmark reprint series) by United States Conference of Mayors in Back Matter

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Keeping Time: The History and Theory of Preservation in America by William J. Murtagh in Back Matter
Historic Preservation: Project Planning & Estimating by Swanke Hayden Connell Architects in Back Matter
Keeping Time: The History and Theory of Preservation in America (Preservation Press) by William J. Murtagh on page 226
10 Secrets to Successful Home Buying and Selling: Using Your Housing Psychology to Make Smarter Decisions by Lois A. Vitt in Back Matter
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5.0 out of 5 stars A complete guide for Mantaining an older building, January 22, 2001

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This book was required for an architectural conservation class which I am currently enrolled in. I have found it extremelly helpfull. Unfortunantly I bought this book at the bookstore for a lot more money. The author gets quite technical at times, however they give you quick insights that are at once complete and easy to read. This is definantly a very affordable guide for home owners, designers, and preservationists of all sorts.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Information for lovers of old homes, November 26, 2001

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I bought this as a gift for a friend. He shared it with me after reading it cover-to-cover. Great info for anyone concerned with historic preservation. Not quite the "handyman" book I had expected but nonetheless it proved to be some worthwhile reading.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for historic home owners, August 12, 2003

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Finally a concise, easy to read text that any historical home owner should own and read. It is the bible of historical building maintenance! This text should be used by every historical society and historic preservation commission as a guide for recommending proper ways to treat and maintain historic building materials. It would be a wonderful text to suggest to an interested student, as well. Thanks Judith for putting something together that is so user-friendly!

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This book is filler material, you could find all this info online or in Lowe's or Home Depot. If you have any clue on what you are doing beyond a starter DIY save your money.

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