Old House Repair

This fully revised and updated book is the authoritative guide on how to look after your old house – whether it is a timber-framed medieval cottage, an eighteenth-century town house or a Victorian or Edwardian terrace.

This title should help owners, builders and all construction professionals make the decisions that are right for old buildings. It illustrates the long term benefits of using more traditional solutions on older houses rather than modern materials like cement based mortars, sealants or impervious paints.

Need help with a project around your house? The experts at Ask This Old House are ready to lend a hand. We'll show you how to tackle many common projects inside and outside your home - everything from installing a tile backsplash to building a backyard firepit. Each project includes clear, step-by-step guidance from trusted contractors with years of on-the-job experience. You'll learn basic home improvement skills and the tricks-of-the trade that will give you the knowledge and confidence to complete any project successfully.