House in Progress

Arts & Crafts Homes and the Revival

A review that is searching for balance in the application of the Arts & Crafts philosophy

Updating Classic American Bungalows

J's sister , Elaine, got us this book as a Christmas gift! A great overview of historical renovation and new ideas in modern bungalow design...

Amby - The Renovator's Crib

When you have a newborn in a construction zone, the Amby provides a practical alternative to a crib.

Kid-Safe Electrical Outlet Covers

It's high-end, but the Safe-Plate childproof outlet cover is a nicely engineered solution that might merit a place in one or two rooms of your house.

Miracle Cloth from Mom

Many days this house resembles the southern plains in the 1930's. Thus, Steinbeck would have loved the Miracle Cloth.

My favorite bald guy

My favorite bald guy.  It's not Kojak.  Or Moby.  It's Mr. Clean.

Structured Wiring Distribution Panels

After a lot of research, I've settled on a distribution panel for our multimedia structured wiring system.

Quiet Bathroom Fan

Hate the loud hum of typical bathroom fans? We did, so we love the near-silent Panisonic WisperFit...

Built-In Furniture by Jim Tolpin

The Bungalow Philosophy emphasized creating a space that was easier to clean and keep organized. Built-in furniture played a large part in accomplishing these goals.

Reader's Digest Helpful Hints

We received a copy of this book as a Christmas present.

Old House Christmas Stocking Stuffers

Oh! We love the adorable vintage holiday cards that we find in here. This is from Mr & Mrs Clem Whitaker in the early 1930's.

Okay, well, Christmas bungalow (and old house) people...What do you want in YOUR stocking this year?

Fresh Shellac Kits

Mixing your own fresh shellac can provide a smoother finish and isn't as difficult as you might think.

Beadboard Types and Styles

Adding a beadboard accent to a room can be accomplished in several ways.

Silent Paint Remover

"Except for our cries of "ooh" and "ahh", it WAS silent!" - J

Stanley Lever Lock Tape Measure

A unique tape measure with a nice price, but it's probably not for everyone.

Home Improvement Advice Websites

Think of the World Wide Web as just another tool in the box.

History Channel's "Back to the Blueprint"

A quality program where the research outclasses the typical home shows popular these days.