Comments on: The Renovations Begin : ORC Week 2 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html Wed, 09 May 2018 19:56:05 +0000 hourly 1 By: Jane https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-796123 Wed, 09 May 2018 19:56:05 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-796123 In reply to Lynnie.

And lead paint, even more likely!

]]> By: Jessica | Petal + Ply https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795627 Thu, 19 Apr 2018 04:09:49 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795627 So if I’m doing my math right your home was built in 1910. No way!! Ours was built around 1910 too! Old homes may be a lot of work to bring back to life but they definitely don’t make them like they used to!

]]> By: Marci https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795606 Wed, 18 Apr 2018 03:48:57 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795606 So cool that your home is 108 years old! Can’t wait to see how this project turns out!

]]> By: Danielle https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795598 Tue, 17 Apr 2018 19:11:41 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795598 I cannot wait to hear what you think about this paint stripping is worth it. The amount of work that goes into that is insane…but totally worth it if you can actually get it out. I’ll be sure to check back next week!

danielle
clarkandaldine.com

]]> By: Lynnie https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795597 Tue, 17 Apr 2018 17:33:49 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795597 Mask with the sanding girlie! There may be asbestos. Plus the dust can make you sick. My girls & I sheet rocked & painted my living room & some stubborn people who shall remain nameless couldn’t wear a mask (too hot, I can’t breathe!) And took 3 days to recover. But I love what you’re doing!

]]> By: Emy https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795569 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 12:24:38 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795569 Stripper is always both satisfying and frustrating. I’m hoping yours works well.

]]> By: Brittany Goldwyn https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795567 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 11:14:25 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795567 My dad salvages a lot of doors and windows from historic renovations he has done. He can’t bear to throw them away and just has them sitting around waiting for projects. Hard to take things like that out of homes, and he can’t stomach tossing or donating them. Also hope you’re digging out of the snow you guys just got!

]]> By: Susanne https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795559 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 01:32:25 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795559 Wow! Repairing window stash, I am impressed! I would have no idea how to do that, so I am looking forward to your next post. And if that stripper works then I will be buying some!

]]> By: Maureen https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795558 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 22:57:02 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795558 Oh my, you have tackled a lot! I can’t even imagine attempted to change the sash cords on old windows! I really can’t wait to see how that paint stripper has worked. I have an old dresser in need of stripping!

]]> By: Piia https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795527 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 06:28:11 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795527 If you hate strippers try a heat gun. I found this the best way to remove paint from doors, furniture etc.

]]> By: Gretchen https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795517 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 17:10:10 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795517 Very cool! I’m so glad to see you documenting your repairs. Not many folks seem to deal with plaster repair, so I can’t wait to see how you handle yours. Thanks!!

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795506 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:43:04 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795506 In reply to jana.

Awesome! I will follow him. I actually just found his blog when I was looking for tips on getting my old windows out of the aluminum weatherstrip tracking.

]]> By: jana https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795504 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:30:25 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795504 In reply to Scoops.

that’s fair! i don’t have to worry about a second story! all of mine were upgraded to chains but half are broken so i’m actually going to switch them back out for sash cord when i restore them. i’d say about 15/18 need new glazing too so i’m in for the long haul on the restoration front. & i acutally didn’t realize until last week when i got my book that our windows are double hung so getting them all functioning just seems even harder now. haha! i’m slightly terrified but mostly eager. i know it will make a huge difference aesthetically & efficiency wise. the book is “old windows made easy” by scott sidler aka the craftsman blog. i totally recommend following him on instagram too! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1505631424/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795498 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:02:29 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795498 In reply to Kari.

I think so too :)

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795497 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:59:42 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795497 In reply to Elise Sarvas.

Yeah! I replaced sash cords on our main floor windows a few years back, once I got the hang of it – it was pretty easy, and kind of fun.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795496 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:58:13 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795496 In reply to jana.

I hope I don’t disappoint. I’ll fer sure be able to share about changing out sash cords and taking apart double hung windows, but I won’t be completely restoring them. The glazing is still in decent shape, and since I’m on the second story, I’m not going to attempt to get the top sash loose from it’s paint grip. Besides that though, I hope that the windows are left better than when I found them. I’m curious, what’s the book?
So far, I think this stripper has lots of potential. I’ll keep you posted.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795495 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:54:29 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795495 In reply to Cat.

Thanks for watching out for me. Yes, yes of course I’m taking extra care:)

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795494 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:51:30 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795494 In reply to Alison.

I hope, hope, hope I have good luck with this stripper. After day one, I realized that didn’t apply enough of it – however it worked pretty damn good for not having the right amount. I really want to be able to share good updates next week.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795493 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:48:55 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795493 In reply to Cathy | the Grit and Polish.

Thanks, Cathy! Yay! I’m glad I have an old house lovers blessing, I hope I can do those windows proud :)

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2018/04/the-renovations-begin-orc-week-2.html#comment-795492 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:39:50 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=13809#comment-795492 In reply to Ashley – The Gold Hive.

Yes, it is super creepy, I think so too! It definetley looks like some weird dexter-like scene in ma laundry room.

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