When it comes to curb appeal, your front steps can make a huge impact. Signaling excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a welcoming atmosphere, they add a special touch to your historic..
Read MoreDecorating Your Historic Home: How to Hang Things on Brick Walls
One of the most popular renovations for historic brick homes is removing the plaster on an interior wall to expose the natural beauty of the brick. Warm and inviting, it adds a textural dimension,..
Read MoreWhy Winter is the Perfect Time for Interior Tuckpointing
As you settle into winter, there may not be too many thoughts of home repairs or improvements running through your mind. However, if you’ve been considering exposing some interior brick walls or..
Read MoreThree Key Ways to Avoid Winter Water Damage to Old Brick
Historic brick homes are certainly beautiful and charming - and those that have stood the test of time are also resilient, having demonstrated considerable ability to hold their own against the..
Read MoreDon't Slip Up: Protect Historic Brick While Keeping Walkways Ice Free
There’s no getting around it—winter is here! As a homeowner, you’re well aware of the challenges that come with snow and ice, trying to keep concrete from turning into skating rinks, and the endless..
Read MoreA Message for the Holidays
The entire team at Renaissance Development wishes you and yours a safe, snug, and peaceful holiday season. We appreciate the trust that so many of you have placed in us to help care for your historic..
Read MoreHome for the Holidays: Beautiful Old Brick Adds Warmth and Charm
If you are fortunate enough to have an old brick wall in your historic home, then you know what a wonderful backdrop it is for entertaining during the holidays, and how it adds to your décor. Here's..
Read MoreSeasonal Curb Appeal For Your Historic Brick Home
The end of the year is the perfect time to put on a dazzling display that accents your historic brick home's natural beauty and charm. Your natural brick exterior provides the perfect backdrop for..
Read MorePrevent Clogs and Damage by Keeping Rain Gutters Clean
The beautiful colors of Fall are on full view, but as a homeowner you know that along with enjoying nature's palette, the season brings you extra chores, such as dealing with all the fallen leaves in..
Read MoreWill Tuckpointing Fix a Damp Brick Basement?
If your home or office has a brick foundation, it is an integral part of the structure. It is important to keep the brick and mortar in good condition, but basements present a challenge. The..
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Don’t Take Care of Themselves
Maintaining centuries-old structures requires traditional methods and materials … and that means you may not know the right way to handle upkeep of your historic building’s masonry. There’s so much more to tuckpointing than replacing mortar.
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