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Published by the federal government, these Historic Preservation Briefs are a valuable resource for owners and restorer's of antique homes and historic buildings. As an integral part of the Renovators.com Knowledge Base these briefs serve the professional and do-it-yourselfer alike.

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Preservation of Historic Concrete

The Romans found that the mixture of lime putty with pozzolana, a fine volcanic ash, would harden under water. The result was possibly the first hydraulic cement.

Repointing Mortar Joints

Masonry--brick, stone, terra-cotta, and concrete block--is found on nearly every historic building. Structures with all-masonry exteriors come to mind immediately, but most other buildings at least have masonry foundations or chimneys.

The Maintenance, Repair and Replacement of Historic Cast Stone

The practice of using cheaper and more common materials on building exteriors in imitation of more expensive natural materials...

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