Restoring a Victorian

Curb Appeal : Episode CRB-1304 -- More Projects »
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Homeowners Sandra Ashton and Jamie McGrath have just embarked on a journey: their wedding and the remodel of their house. They live in a 1888 Victorian that has lost all its Victorian charm.

The past homeowners stripped it of all its details and replaced it with 1960s siding. The landscaping is non-existent and the paint color is very bland. Our designer, Paul Duchscherer, who specializes in restoring Victorians is here to help. Here's how they accomplish it:

  • remove aluminum siding
  • add decorative molding
  • replace missing banisters on steps
  • new paint
  • new garage door
  • add stained glass house numbers over door
  • install new front door to match Victorian period
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    Resources
    corbels/balistrades
    American Wood Turning
    Mukesh Prasad
    Phone: 415-431-1595
    Fax: 415-431-1509

    house numbers
    Signographics
    Phone: 415-928-1997
    E-mail: signographics@aol.com

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    Broadmoor Landscape Supply
    Phone: 650-761-1515
    Website: http://www.broadmoorlumber.com

    wedding photo
    Emily Becker
    Website: www.posesphoto.com

    bridal dresses
    Marina Morrison
    Phone: 415-984-9360

    contractor
    Anthony Murphy Construction
    Phone: 415-710-4144
    Phone: 510-233-2545
    E-mail: anthony@murphyconstruction.com
    E-mail: chris@murphyconstruction.com
    Guests
    Paul Duchscherer
    Designer / Historian / Author / Speaker
    Website: www.artisticlicense.org

    Sherlock Homes
    Tim Kelley
    Historian
    Website: www.sanfranciscohistory.com
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