If you have a generic, plain, and boring new home, you may want to add some character to it.  Making a new house look old is one way to add interest and charm.  You can even build a new home using elements that make it feel old.  Here are a few ways to make a new house appear older. ResearchDo some research to figure out what period of time and what style you want your home to look like.  Homes in different parts of the country have different architectural elements and styles.  Try to pick one time period and style that you want your home to mimic.     Photo by Christopher A Young - HouseSmith LLC - Look for kitchen design inspiration Vintage Materials100 years ago, people did not typically have wall to wall carpet, cultured marble, stainless steel, laminate, quartz, or other man made materials.  They used quality materials that were readily available, such as wood floors, butcher block or soapstone countertops, and subway tile.  Figure out what materials were available in the time period you are trying to mimic and use only those.   Photo by Dreamy Whites - Search living room design ideas MoldingsOlder homes had many moldings, many of which are not commonly found today.  Moldings used in the past tended to be bigger and simpler.  Homes had baseboards, crown molding, plate rail, chair rail, real wood paneling, wainscotting, and bead board.   Remove your new looking moldings and install period appropriate ones.   Photo by cinnamonpost - Discover entryway design inspiration Solid Wood DoorsOlder homes did not have cheap hollow core doors.  They had solid wood doors.  Ditch the cheap doors and install either new solid wood doors or reclaimed wood doors.   Photo by Sightline Art Consulting - More bedroom photos Vintage and Antique FurnitureTo go with your new old house, you should have appropriate furniture.  You can have new furniture in an old style, vintage furniture, reproduction antiques, or real antiques.  You can even build your own furniture out of wood that you distress and make look old.   Photo by Flik by design - More kids' room ideas Reclaimed BricksWhether bricking the exterior of your home or making a walkway or patio, reclaimed bricks are the way to go.  Old bricks have charm, character, and age to them that is hard to duplicate.   Photo by Chris Snook - More living room ideas AppliancesWhen shopping for appliances, look for replicas of old appliances, refurbished old appliances, and/or built in appliances that have cabinet fronts.  Photo by Grace - Browse kitchen ideas PlumbingMany plumbing manufacturers offer vintage replica fixtures, so finding plumbing to make your new house look old should not be too difficult.  You can even replace your standard bathtub with a claw foot tub and your standard sink with a vintage looking pedestal sink.   Photo by Lovette Construction - More bathroom ideas HardwareDoor and cabinet hardware has changed a lot over the years.  It used to be hand made and heavy.  These days hardware has become lighter and mass produced.  Replace your doorknobs and cabinet hardware with vintage pieces or vintage inspired pieces that are made to look old.   Photo by Tanya Capaldo Designs - Look for bedroom design inspiration   Light FixturesRecessed can lights are a new building material, so don't use them.  Use vintage, vintage inspired, antique, or antique inspired light fixtures instead. You might need to have an older light fixture rewired to meet modern electrical standards.   Photo by - Look for dining room pictures Architectural SalvageThere are architectural salvage stores in most major cities that will have period appropriate items for your home.  Even if you can't afford to buy anything there, consider shopping there for inspiration.  You may not be able to afford a large salvage chandelier, but you might be able to afford a new vintage looking chandelier and add salvage glass shades.  There are also architectural salvage dealers online and architectural salvage is available from individual sellers (probably a lot cheaper) on websites like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.   Photo by Smith & Vansant Architects PC - Browse kitchen photos Mature LandscapingMost new homes start with an empty lot without grass, shrubs, or any trees.  Adding larger landscaping will make your new home look older.  You can also add fast growing vines to fill in the empty spots until the rest of your landscaping has a chance to grow.  You can also add charming features to your landscape, such as a white picket fence, decorative planters, and window planter boxes.   Photo by Harmony Design Group - Search landscape pictures PatinaAnything with patina seems older.  You can add moss to terracotta pots.  You can distress new wood furniture.  You can use patina paint on metal items.   Photo by Rene Wheaton - Browse home design ideas WallsSelect paint colors and wallpaper that is appropriate for the era of home you wish to mimic.  Also consider whether the wall texture is appropriate for the time period.

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Neutral & adorable fall decor is here! Fall is the best season EVER, so check out my shop for all the new fall prints and autumn-inspired decor. Cute, trendy and ✦aesthetic✦ art prints are often difficult to find and can become very pricy. At Aspen Print Co., I aim to design printable art that is on trend and easily accessible. Instant downloads are a quick and fun way to switch up your home décor and keep your wall art looking fresh and new. Pick out a few designs or save with a bundle and have your downloadable files available to you right away! After receiving your digital files, you have a variety of printing options. You may print at home with your personal printer (I recommend printing on a heavyweight paper/cardstock or a matte photopaper) or use a print shop (Staples, Printify, Shutterfly). Reminder – I do NOT ship out a physical product; this listing is for a digital download only. YOUR PURCHASE INCLUDES: 5 JPEG files at 300dpi in the following aspect ratios: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ 2:3 ratio, commonly printed as: 4 x 6 inches (10 x 15cm) 16 x 24 inches (40 x 60 cm) 20 x 30 inches (50 x 76 cm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ 3:4 ratio, commonly printed as: 15 x 20 inches (38 x 50 cm) 18 x 24 inches (45 x 60cm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ 4:5 ratio, commonly printed as: 4 x 5 inches (10 x 12 cm) 8 x 10 inches (20 x 25 cm) 16 x 20 inches (40 x 50 cm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ 4:4 ratio, printed as square _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ 11:14 ratio, printed as 11x14 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ✿ HOW TO DOWNLOAD ✿ Once your payment has been processed, you will receive an INSTANT download for your print! You can access the files via your Etsy account by clicking on the purchases section under your Etsy profile. Immediately after your payment clears on Etsy, you will also receive an email with a link to your downloads. ✿ SUMMARY ✿ - This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD - no product will be shipped to you. - Colors can vary slightly due to different monitors and printers. - Print quality may decrease at very large sizes. - Please don’t alter or create new work from this artwork. - No refunds, cancellations, or returns because this is an instant download. - If you have any questions, please reach out. ✿ Check out more of my products here: www.etsy.com/aspenprintco ✿

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Wallpaper can really help you transform a room, especially if you choose a design that’s unusual and eye-catching. If you’re brave enough, you can go all crazy on an accent wall with wacky designs that will make your guests take notice. Need some inspiration? We’ve got that in this post! We’ll start with a fun […]

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Happy 2023, everybody! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are getting back in the swing of things in the new year. Daniel, Kevynn, and I all recently returned from a long winter road trip that was super fun but very tiring :P glad to be back home and ready to take on more projects thi

Are you ready to discover new ways to engage your students in primary science? I want to help you. Sign up to my mailing list to receive the printable template for this fun and engaging dinosaur fossil foldable activity. I’d also love to send you ideas for classroom and home activities, and information about my […]

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Custom hand-drawn candy stripes inspired by the classic mint humbug sweets in your choice of 3 different stripe colours! Available in all letters A-Z and now a brand new Ampersand &, create a personalised striped letter print. Each letter is an A4 or A3 sized Giclee print on English-made cotton velvet paper. An alphabet art print is a perfect way to personalise a kids’ room or nursery, or why not celebrate a new home with initials for your living room, or bedroom!Select your colour choice from the list and enter your letter into the box provided. If you wish to purchase more than one letter, please add to the cart one at a time. Please note this item is made-to-order and will dispatch within 1-2 weeks and as a custom order, this product is non-returnable. Follow these links for questions about:Shipping - Framing - Returns Design: Humbug StripeColourway: MultiSize: 21x29.7cm A4 / 29.7x42cm A3Richly coloured Giclée Print Printed on British-made Cotton Velvet 255gsm Fine Art paperCarefully packed for safe shipping, in plastic-free packagingDesigned, Sourced, Printed and Packed ethically in the UK(Frame not included)Premium archive-quality Giclée print made and designed in the UK. Printed on beautiful cotton velvet paper made in Somerset, UK at a mill that has been perfecting the making of fine art paper since the 1700s!Sarah's frame recommendation:Nielson Alpha A4 or A3 wooden frame in ‘Oak’ or ‘White Oak’