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10 Ways to Make a New House Look Old
Make your house look like it’s been there forever with these tricks and easy ideas.
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Salvage Old Architecture
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Add character through architectural salvage. Find a new purpose for old doors, windows, moldings, and mantels -- and save them from the dumpster.
This pair of teak French doors was rescued from a nearby historic landmark. Local flea markets and the Web are great sources for recycled architectural details, which are usually less expensive than new reproductions. - Next: Old Flames
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