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  • Historic Homeowner's Horrible Door
  • The rescue crew convert an eyesore into a spectacular stoop.
    From "DIY to the Rescue"
    episode DTTR-107


    Charlie Revenna has completed numerous home repair projects--and says he's happy with 99-percent of those completed. It's the stoop that presents the problem. Despite his best efforts, Charlie can't manage to turn his eyesore of an entrance into a spectacular stoop.
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    As Charlie Ravenna prepares to remove the front door, there doesn't appear to be a lot of work to do, but ...

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    The door molding needs a makeover.

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    The door jamb is damaged.


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    The original door is ordinary, and the harsh light is nothing special.

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    The front step is unsightly.

    The DIY to the Rescue team arrives to help turn Charlie's project around--giving him an entrance that matches the feel of his historic home--and prevent the entrance eyesore from crumbling around him.
    The crew plans to:


    • Replace the front door.
    • Enhance the entrance with architectural pediments and pilasters.
    • Resurface the stoop.
    • Refinish the railing.
    • Add landscaping.

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