This Old House Hour Season 13 Episode 9 Lexington Colonial | Colonial Curb Appeal
- January 15, 2015
In this episode of This Old House Hour season 13, episode 9, titled Lexington Colonial | Colonial Curb Appeal, viewers will watch as the team works on two separate projects - one outside and one inside.
First, the team heads to Lexington, Massachusetts, where they work on improving the curb appeal of a beautiful colonial-style home. The current state of the house does not do the classic style justice, with a mix of different sidings and an uninviting entrance. The team plans to replace the awning and columns on the front porch, and add some new landscaping elements to give the home a more cohesive and welcoming look.
Viewers can expect to see the team replace the deteriorating wood columns with new fiberglass ones, which will be painted a beautiful deep green color. They will also be adding a new, larger awning over the front stairs to provide better shelter from the elements. For landscaping, the team will add new plantings and a border of stones to give the property definition and a sense of order. The final result of these changes promises to turn this home into a classic colonial beauty with exceptional curb appeal.
Next, the team moves indoors to work on a different project. This time, they tackle the problem of drafty windows in a drafty old barn being converted into a living space. The existing encasements and glazing are not sealing properly, causing heat loss and an uncomfortable living environment. The team plans to remove the old windows and replace them with new energy-efficient models to keep the living space warm and inviting.
Viewers can expect to see the team start by removing the existing windows and their casings. They'll then install new, energy-efficient windows that have been custom sized to the openings. New weather-stripping and trim will also be added to ensure that the new windows are air-tight and nicely finished.
Overall, viewers can expect to be impressed by the results of both of these projects. The team's work on the colonial-style home will give it the charm and appeal that such a classic design deserves, while the work on the barn will help transform it into a cozy and comfortable living space. This episode of This Old House Hour season 13, episode 9, is a great example of the incredible transformations that can be achieved when experts tackle home improvement projects.