Are you ready for old house challenges?
ICYMI, during episode #136 of True Tales from Old Houses (released June 17, 2024), We Stacy Grinsfelder & Daniel Kanter spoke with @LeeMcColgan about the realities of taking on historic home restoration. His advice? Expect the unexpected.
Every project will likely take double or even triple the time and cost you anticipate.
That dream renovation? It might hide structural issues, unexpected repairs, or surprises lurking behind paneling.
Lee’s message is clear: do your research, consult with experts, and think carefully before you start tearing into your home.
Restoration is rewarding, but it’s also a lesson in patience, resilience, and adaptability.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast player or via this link: https://www.truetalesfromoldhouses.com/136-a-house-restored-by-lee-mccolgan-and-a-kitchen-window-problem/
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Could you handle living in a 300-year-old home?
ICYMI, during episode #136 of True Tales from Old Houses (released June 17, 2024), We Stacy Grinsfelder & Daniel Kanter
, sat down with @LeeMcColgan to explore the quirks of living in a 300-year-old, largely untouched house.
Lee shared how these houses tell stories through every mark and imperfection, offering both beauty and a constant to-do list.
It’s about finding joy in the character while accepting the endless work required to maintain it.
Old house living isn’t for everyone, but for those who embrace it, it’s a journey of patience, passion, and preservation.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast player or via this link: https://www.truetalesfromoldhouses.com/136-a-house-restored-by-lee-mccolgan-and-a-kitchen-window-problem/
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Sutherland Welles (https://sutherlandwelles.com/) - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
Abatron (http://abatron.com/) - Manufacturer of WoodEpox and LiquidWood, perfect for wood rot repair. Use the coupon code true2024 to save 10% off your order from Abatron.com.
Noonan Heritage Craftworks (https://noonancraftworks.com/truetales/) - Learn how Noonan Heritage Craftworks can help you with your exterior project using traditional materials. Schedule a phone call, video conference, or email consultation with Joseph Parente today.
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Do Kitchen Sinks Really Need a View?
ICYMI, during episode #136 of True Tales from Old Houses (released June 17, 2024), Daniel Kanter shared his thoughts on the American obsession with placing the kitchen sink under a window.
As a designer, he’s found that breaking this rule can lead to more functional and creative layouts.
We also explored cultural differences in kitchen design, how European layouts often prioritize practicality, and why questioning long-held design norms can open up possibilities for creating more personalized, functional spaces.
Good design isn’t about following every rule—it’s about making the space work for you.
Sometimes that means letting go of old conventions to embrace something new.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast player or via this link: https://www.truetalesfromoldhouses.com/136-a-house-restored-by-lee-mccolgan-and-a-kitchen-window-problem/
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Sutherland Welles (https://sutherlandwelles.com/)- Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
Abatron (http://abatron.com/) - Manufacturer of WoodEpox and LiquidWood, perfect for wood rot repair. Use the coupon code true2024 to save 10% off your order from Abatron.com.
Noonan Heritage Craftworks (https://noonancraftworks.com/truetales/) - Learn how Noonan Heritage Craftworks can help you with your exterior project using traditional materials. Schedule a phone call, video conference, or email consultation with Joseph Parente today.
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