Repair First, Replace Second
The character of an old house lives in its original material: old growth wood, hand shaped moldings, and doors that have hung for a century. Sound original pieces should be repaired, not torn out.
Where something truly cannot be saved, the replacement should match so closely that no one can find the seam.
Record Everything Before Work Begins
Before any demolition, John records trim profiles, reveals, and details. Those records guide every new piece so the restored rooms read as original.
Making Trim to Match
Older homes rarely use profiles sold today. John makes trim to match inside and out, so a restored window casing or baseboard blends with the pieces around it.
Restoring After Fire Damage
Fire can take much of a historic interior. John has completely restored homes more than 200 years old after fire damage so they appear as though the fire never happened, rebuilding every detail to match.
Precision at the Highest Level
John also helped restore an LDS temple, where every joint and finish is held to an exacting standard. Homeowners restoring a historic house deserve that same care.
Common Questions
How do you restore a historic home without losing its character?
Start by keeping and repairing original material wherever it is sound, then match anything that must be replaced. John records existing profiles before work starts and makes trim to match when stock pieces will not do.
Can a fire damaged older home be restored to look original?
Often it can. John has completely restored homes more than 200 years old after fire damage so they look as though the fire never happened, making every piece of trim to match inside and out.
What kind of precision restoration work has John done?
Beyond historic homes, John helped restore an LDS temple, work that demands exacting precision and finishes held to the highest standard. He brings that same level of care to every home.