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Home » Antique Heart Pine Flooring

Build a Fireplace Insert Draft Stopper

September 14, 2020 Brittany Bailey 43 Comments

I'm a little bit of a fanatic when it comes to drafts. (Remember the time I weather-stripped my garage doors?) Over time I've addressed most of the pesky cracks and crevices that invite cold air into our home. But, there was one draft that I've been meaning to serve an eviction … [Read more...]

Antique Heart Pine Flooring, Build It, DIY, fireplace, Fix It, weatherstripping

How to Fill Holes and Knots in Wood | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Fill Voids and Knot Holes in Wood

May 4, 2015 Brittany Bailey 59 Comments

Occasionally, you will get a piece of gorgeous wood that has voids or knots in it. You wouldn't want to add wood putty, because it wouldn't retain the look of the knots. But, you want a smooth surface. The solution is to fill the wood knots and voids with epoxy. The results will … [Read more...]

Antique Heart Pine Flooring, Build It, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Tutorial, wood floor refinishing, wood grain, wood putty

How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding

March 2, 2015 Brittany Bailey 29 Comments

How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding I love our antique heart pine floors! They are beautifully distressed. The round pegs and square nails securing them in place add loads of character. However, the square nails sit flush with the surface preventing us from ever being … [Read more...]

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Ilkley, UK – A Home Tour of an 1880 Row House

July 19, 2013 Brittany Bailey 26 Comments

I've known Karen and her sister Anne since fourth grade. Karen was my best friend growing up and ultimately, my maid-of-honor. Anne is her older sister. During play dates, Karen and I were silly girls who avoided (the more mature) Anne, as we played top secret spy games under the … [Read more...]

Antique Heart Pine Flooring, antiques, Decorating, Destinations, Door Hardware, Home Decor, House Tours

How to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic

October 22, 2012 Brittany Bailey 92 Comments

How to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic I have a confession to make. All the wood that you saw on my art studio wall is not exactly old or salvaged. Will you forgive me if I share with you the Secret to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic?  In order … [Read more...]

Aged, Antique Heart Pine Flooring, antiques, Beach, distressing, Do It Yourself, Glaze, Lowe's Creative Idea, Paintbrushes, Painting & Antiquing Techniques, Tutorial, Valspar Asphaltum

Guest Post on Remodelaholic

November 2, 2010 Brittany Bailey 1 Comment

Hello. You have reached the home of Pretty Handy Girl. We're not home right now, but you can reach us over at Remodelaholic today! Or feel free to leave us a comment and we'll get back to you shortly. Beeeeeeep.It's true, I'm not here today. Instead I'll be over at Remodelaholic … [Read more...]

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Installing the Antique Heart Pine Flooring

August 26, 2010 Brittany Bailey 72 Comments

Welcome back! If you are just joining us, we are on the fifth step of a five part series on our living room. A living room that started out as a dark cave of a room: Before picture shot during daytime with a lamp lit. VERY DARK! Previous steps can be viewed here: 1. Faux … [Read more...]

Antique Heart Pine Flooring, Build It, Hardwood floor installation, Home Tour, wood floor refinishing

Preparing to Install Antique Heart Pine Floors (and buying antique lumber on Craig’s List)

August 25, 2010 Brittany Bailey 16 Comments

While writing this post, I thought about some alternate titles. Here are some of the contenders:1. How to entertain your kids while installing hard wood floors2. How to cover your screened porch with debris from demolition3. When you really should rent a dumpster4. How to signify … [Read more...]

Antique Heart Pine Flooring, Before and After, Build It, Home Tour

Hi, I'm Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl. I like the smell of coffee and sawdust in the morning. I live to break stereotypes and empower you to take on your own DIY project.

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