Confessions of An Antique Home

A newlywed, first time home buyer couple purchases a circa 1760 colonial in New England. This blog follows their adventures during their home ownership.

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Abatement Contractors and Lead Testing

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August 2014... After my son's blood lead level began to rise again, our parlor was sealed for the next few months. I asked for wor...

Friday, March 6, 2015

Parlor Renovation, Part IV - Paint Stripping

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March, 2014... The parlor is coming along. It is a mess right now, but still, I can picture the final look in my head. My wife, thoug...

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Parlor Renovation, Part III - Water Leak Repaired

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November, 2013... The hole in the wall had become larger due to my eagerness (see Part I ). I had contracted with Sunderland Period Ho...

Friday, August 1, 2014

Outdoor Spigot Replacement

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A couple years ago, upon moving into our home, our outside spigot was removed to allow the installation of a new sill. That same contracto...

Sunday, July 27, 2014

RRP Rule

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After the scares with leaded paint, my wife felt that it was prudent to have me take a class in lead safety, just so that I know the curren...

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