Journal
Straight answers about old houses.
Planning, materials, costs and what it’s really like to live with the builders in. Written by our team.
N° 01 — All articles
Materials
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5 min read
Lime plaster or gypsum: which does an old house need?
Why solid-walled houses need to breathe, and when modern plaster is fine.
Costs
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7 min read
What a fair builder's quote looks like
Line items, provisional sums, contingency and payment stages: how to compare quotes without getting caught out.
Restoration
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4 min read
Repair, don't replace: saving sash windows
Most rotten sashes can be repaired for a fraction of the cost of new, and draught-proofed to perform almost as well.
During the build
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5 min read
Living at home during a renovation
Dust, noise, kitchens and kettles: how to stay sane while the builders are in.
Materials
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6 min read
Can an old house have a heat pump?
Yes, often, but insulation, draughts and radiators come first.
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