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Everywhere Steve Jordan goes, fans flock, eager to hear words of wisdom about old wooden windows -- from rot to weatherstripping. What seems like a simple question can lead to hours of debate. "It's ...

Tall, narrow windows are one of the defining characteristics of a brownstone, and for some lucky homeowners, the century-old wood windows remain intact. Often, old windows can be restored to their ...

As long as the existing putty is solid, you can leave it. What you'll need to do is spot-putty the areas that need it. Window expert Steve Jordan has just written the ultimate book on wooden windows.

When Alison Hardy founded Window Woman of New England, a business devoted to restoring old wooden windows, taking it to television was probably the last thing on her mind. Yesterday, however, Hardy ...

You may need nothing more than a thorough wipe-down, a few touch-ups with stain, and a bit of wax to restore the original luster. To revive an old, battered desk, we had to go through all four steps ...

Original wood floors can be one of the most striking features of a brownstone or townhouse, especially if they have intricate parquet or borders. But many wood floors have suffered years of neglect, ...