Restoring an old house is more complicated

Fireplace mantle- Susan Elkins House

Historic Preservation means taking a different approach to home maintenance and repair. Sometimes it means consulting specialists. It’s important to understand that taking proper care of your historic or landmarked property adds to its value in the long run.

Landmarks Conservancy Restoration Directory:
http://www.nylandmarks.org/publications/restoration_directory/
Removing Grafitti  http://www.nylandmarks.org/images/pdfs/NYLC_Tech_Tips_Grafitti_Guide.pdf

Landmarks Preservation Commission
The LPC RowHouse Manual

LPC Rowhouse Styles

Wood Windows

Guidelines and materials checklists for work on landmarked buildings:
http://www.nyc.gov/html/lpc/downloads/pdf/pubs/workguide.pdf

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