Brownstone Boys: How to Remove Decades of Paint From Woodwork
By far the topic that we get the most emails about is the process of paint stripping.
Brownstone Boys: New Year, New DIY Projects
We’re starting the new year off by planning some of our 2020 DIY projects.
Brownstone Boys: A Year in Review
In 2019, we successfully (mostly) completed a major renovation in less than 12 months.
Brownstone Boys: When an Old Chimney Makes Furniture Placement a Nightmare
We turned a problem wall with an off-center chimney into a feature by extending it and painting it.
Brownstone Boys: Is It a Good Idea to Build a Bedroom With No Window?
Sometimes the best place to put a third bedroom is in the middle of the house.
Brownstone Boys: When Do You Need a Structural Engineer?
Dramatically altering the structure of an old house can sometimes require the services of a structural engineer to ensure safety for your family.
Brownstone Boys: Adding Character With a Custom DIY Coat Nook
We didn't have space for a full-on coat closet, so we created a coat nook with paneling and vintage triple prong hooks.
Brownstone Boys: Let’s Get Lit — Blending Modern Lighting With 130-Year-Old Details
Fast forward 130 years and our modern light fixtures are hanging from the same medallions where original fixtures hung.
Brownstone Boys: How Our New Closet System Keeps Us Sane
We designed the master bedroom closets to help us stay organized while taking up the least amount of space as possible.
Brownstone Boys: Stairway to Heaven (With a New Runner)
We wanted to restore our original stairs but didn’t have the budget to rebuild them.
