@@loracorwyn3713 I hope you get to visit and grab one of them souvenirs for yourself. Such a cool channel and an amazing thing he's doing for his city. I'm from the UK but am forever fascinating by architect of years gone by from both my friends own country and other countries too 😁
It would make a great T-shirt logo, too! Another souvenir idea or just something for the display area or upstairs library of your home - prints (smallish, maybe 4x6) of both H&B logos in black or even the dark green you’re using for the trim) on a creamy card stock with a mat, either preframed or just as a matted print, ready for framing in a standard sized frame. They could be quite attractive hung one over the other or even side by side. They should be fairly inexpensive to produce, so a fair profit.
@@twistoffate4791 Thanks, my friend! I have a habit of picking up prints or artwork as souvenirs, so it’s just the first thing I think of. I also think prints of a pen & ink drawing or watercolor if the exterior, once completed, would be nice, too.
It took me a long time to realize that, while none of us escape death, we ALL have opportunities to be immortal. The teacher who has quirky handwriting they pass on to the students they teach how to read and write. Families, blood or not. The desperate person to whom you give your very last $5 in the world. We all have those opportunities nearly every day. We might not have songs sung about us or schools and libraries named after us, but the impacts we can have matter no less. Kaleb and Kim have their own opportunity here, on this channel.
The postcard reads: "....ordering O. G. leito as specified Order has been entered and will be shipped Couple days. " On the back it says: "...Belford Lumber Company, Georgetown Texas " I grew up in Texas. Georgetown is about 25 miles north of Austin. It was incorporated in 1848. I just googled Belford Lumber Company in Georgetown Texas and found that Southwestern University has a write up on it's history. C.S. Belford and his Belford Lumber Company were big builders in Georgetown. Many of the buildings are still standing and registered with the National Register of Historic Places.
My dad would have loved this particular episode. I wish he could see it from heaven. You all are taking such good care of this structure and of history. Everything you are doing are so important. Praying for everything you are doing.
I love your nerdiness and excitement. It's infectious. Your passion for Hall and Brown and the restoration of this beautiful old gal is admirable. You allow as much excitement as you want for yourself because if anyone deserves it you do and you are keeping the Hall and Brown name alive which I'm sure they'd be very happy about and very appreciative of. I bet they're both up there as proud as punch for what your doing and all you've achieved in bringing this beautiful Victorian lady back to life :)
I totally agree, his nerdiness and excitement is infectious! I never really was interested in anything like this and now I eagerly wait for another video to see what they've done or learned or found!
It looks like you really have found your calling! You get so excited and so motivated when you talk about Hall and Brown mechanics, and you can see how much it pleases you to be working on these older pieces and restoring them. Y’all are just a great blessing to that neighborhood! Take care and many blessings!
Right? It’s cool that we’re learning right along with Kaleb and Kim. I’m as fond of my modern tools and gadgets as anyone, but it’s taken Restoration-Tube to make me fully appreciate where I only half appreciated before that new is necessarily better. Gas is noxious, oil is nasty, and cords get in the way, but my battery-powered tools have a short shelf-life. They might be super convenient, but manufacturers are always “improving” the battery systems, and you’re expected to replace all tools within a few years when they come out with new ones and discontinue the old. The kinds of machines Kaleb collects may have been converted to power, but before they where driven by wheels and pulleys. Keep them maintained and in good repair, maybe machine a few custom parts from time to time, and they should run nearly forever. “They” really DON’T make ‘em like they used to!
Doorknobs and plates: My 100 year old house has all of its original knobs, plates and keys (🗝 for every door), all in excellent condition. The high-usage and highly visible inside front door nob/plate is solid brass, but has the aged-brass-look steel on the exterior of the front door, and on all other interior nobs and plates. The inside front knob would have (and still had) the most usage + visibility (one opens the door for guests), so as the door is used, patina is worn off to show the solid brass underneath. But the other nobs and plates have less hard-wear contact (a bedroom door being lighter and easily opened closed), so the aged brass patina blends nicely with the dark oak woodwork. And of course visitors assume (as I did) that the other knobs are all solid brass as well - a clever ruse. I don’t know what was used to give the steel ones the faux aged brass (brown) patina, but it’s not paint. My back door hardware is less decorative, but has the faux patina finish (worn away some on the inside). The bathroom doorknobs are glass - sanitary, easily cleaned, rust-free (not damaged by wet hands). The glass is not deeply carved, but rather has a smooth design that doesn’t collect dirt in crevices. 🙂
Continued success friends! You will reap the rewards of your painstaking work. Not only saving this house but giving this house a chance to be a loving home again!
What an exciting tool collection. I especially like the mortise & tenon machine. The name is actually Steptoe , McFarlan & Co . and if you google the name a drawing of your mortise machine comes up with a lot of history on the company. They were makers of machinist tools. It’s heart warming to know that you’re keeping a huge part of the historic preservation movement alive. Bravo!!
There is a company in Brooklyn ( Adriatic ) that has the machines that makes these egg and dart patterns. It is one of the only molding and wood supplies left in the area at it is an amazing resource. They make moldings, have artisan wood carvers and has any type of food species you could want. Every other business of this type have closed and it’s amazing they’re still here.
Caleb ,I do not see you as being a nerd , I adore your passion for old machinery and your house, you are doing a great and will have a very very special home for you and Kim. Lana Australia
Kaleb, a brass cleaning tip: use Barkeeper's Friend with 000 steel wool. (Barkeeper's Friend should be able to be found at any grocery, hardware store or the Amazon.) After most of the tarnish/dirt is removed follow up with your Brasso. Brasso really is just for polishing. Brasso will remove tarnish, eventually, but the Barkeeper's is very slightly abrasive, won't scratch and really will clean your brass so much faster and with less effort! Cheers from North Carolina
You are an amazing person you truly are ...WOW,, I just love your home it's coming together and it's the love you put into it 🥰 I want to see it so bad, my daughter lives in Missouri and I hope to drive by just to look and see what you have done to your home ,so thank you for the videos. 😊
Gosh, once the mansard roof is done the front of the house will really begin to take shape and the entire house will be protected from weather and dampness. Can't wait to see it completed. That will be a big chunk DONE!
I would never think of you as a nerd loving your old machines ( Hall&Brown) Your eyes really do sparkle when you speak about them. I’m like that with my antiques. The door looks so good. Once again you brought back its beauty. So happy you finally got the flat roof done. I truly admire what you are doing n the love you have for your city of St. Louis. I don’t always believe newer is better. When I see so many houses being torn down to make room for more modern houses makes me sick inside. To me there tearing down history. I live in a 1950 house n I have everyone wanting to buy it only to tear it down n build some ugly modern house. I’m not giving into that. Don’t need the money that bad. I love what your doing Caleb n I will continue admire you n watch your channel. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😊👍🌟
Hi, I've been watching your channel from the beginning and I think you are both amazing! You effort and commitment to conservation is outstanding. I was watching you sand the door today and something dawned on me. My hobby is acrylic nails and I thought have you ever thought of using a nail Dremel to sand the small details on your doors and windows. You can add small head of sand paper to do fine detail and it might be worth a try to save time but still get the correct finish you're looking for. I live in the UK and I am obsessed with conservation and history and as a member of the National Trust I go and visit homes across my country that have been brought back to life just like yours!keep going because I know I will continue to follow the journey. Well done for your brilliant job!
K. You’re about need an entire, freestanding shop/studio for all your shop tools and kit. Maybe a bigger garage? Pie-in-the-sky stuff, I know. Maybe one day the man you bought all these from will retire and be amenable to selling the rest of his shop at discount, including the flywheel-engine system that hangs on the ceiling (sorry, I don’t remember what that’s called). A usable museum exhibit? Your entire house could be self-sustaining. You might even qualify for state grants or something. I’m just always pleased to click on the links to yours and Kim’s videos. You may not be rich, but you’re still Living the Dream. So, SO happy for you both!
You and your wife done a wonderful job I never seen so much care go into a home Hopefully when it done your have a big family to fill it Bless you alway BTW In 100 years from now your great great grandchildren will be watching your videos Lol
The city of St. Louis van be proud on homeowners like you. Was once agdin a pleasure to see you restoring and preserving the history of your town.. I live far far away from St. Louis. But when I'm in the "neighborhood" some day I sure pay a visit to your home to see your (and your wife's) effort preserve this mansion myself.
I have relatives that live in the St. Louis area. My wife and I have explored your neighborhood many times. It is such an interesting area. The mansions, the water tower, stores etc. are fun to see. Our daughter even went there for a mission trip rehabbing one of the houses years ago. Thanks Kaleb and Kim for what you're doing there!
Wow...I live in Georgetown, Texas!! I believe that is Belford Lumber company. This was a highly respected company and operated from 1891 to 1967 in Georgetown. This company built many of the most architecturally and historically significant buildings and homes and, to this day, these homes are located in what is called the Belford Historic District. The original owner and founder of this business was C.S. Belford.
Those old machines are so awesome you are lucky to be able to find by and use those antique machines they look like they're not even 20 years old so cool I love the video sir see you guys soon take care.
How about doing a charcoal rubbing of the Hall and Brown raised info on the leg of the saw table? You could do it on newsprint paper ( newspaper offices usually sell end rolls to the public) and after spraying a fixative (art supply stores or online) you could sell them to folks in a tube for mailing. They would look fantastic framed.
So the brass plate with the double keyhole is the exterior. The way they worked is the upper lock key was given to the milk/grocery/coal delivery man so they could open the door from the outside. The lower key was a security lock for the owner that could be opened or locked from either side. The upper key does not open the lower bolt. The cover is a nice touch, keeps the wind out and reduces confusion.
It's so heartwarming every single time to see you saving something that at the first glance doesn't look like it can be saved. I saw you doing repairs that borderlined on pure magic. I wish more people had the same mindset about trying to save something first instead of throwing it away without even attempting to do repair it. Also, I'm so happy that the mansard roof's structure is in good shape. Can't wait to see it restored. Out of curiosity, is there a mansard roof also on the side where the next house is? Because between the houses there's awfully little of free space to work on anything.
Not sure if you know this tip, but the wood epox can be cut with the liquid wood epox (hardner) to make a paste as thin as you like so you can just spread with a spackle knife on over wood that has many defects that you are trying to fill and smooth out. I have used this tip many times and get perfect results (and extremely strong repairs). To skim this over bad wood, especially outdoor, performs a miracle and you end up with a final product that is as good as new, especially useful on moldings you don't want to have to replace or have custom made. I have amazed myself with the wood repairs I have been able to perform that people would have just trashed.
Hey there! You light up when you talk about the old equipment and how wonderful you've found your passion preserving history. On another note..didn't see a GFM set up, but I did join Patreon. You provide me with such good entertainment following your endeavors, so I wanted to share some "love". It's not much, but every bit helps? Thank you for your videos!
14:37 That's the Belford Lumber Company of Georgetown, Texas. They were apparently a major lumber supplier and builder. Many of their projects still stand and are on the National Register of Historic Places. There's lots of information on this company on the web, if you want to know more.
I have repaired old frames using Sculpey. I just took a casting of a section that had the piece I needed in the pattern. Baked it. Glued it into the frame and painted it to match the frame and you can't tell there was a huge chip ever in it. I don't know about an outside door, unless there is some really good varnish that is weather protecting but you could cast a whole strip of Scupley and glue it into that wood and nobody would be able to tell the difference unless they were a serious carpenter.
Great finds in those pieces of Hall & Brown equipment. I love how you "nerd out" on this stuff. Preserving history is important and you're doing a wonderful job. All the best with the roof repair. Looking forward to seeing it done.
Kaleb the door is looking amazing.....glad to hear that the pediment can be recreated and that your contractor is being so helpful with it. I also want tp thank you for the latest postcard you sent i received it this week...so thank you very much please keep the videos coming i always look forward to them :)
Anything worthwhile takes time... So glad you and this structure found each other... Couldn't have picked a better hero... Best wishes to you and your soon to be WIFE... So excited for you too...Wonderful Path...✨💫💥🌟💛🌟💥💫✨
Looking forward to the new dormer gable for the mansard roof. I am glad the framing is in better shape than thought and hope that you can get it back together soon.
I haven't 'tuned in' to your site since your first year! Visiting again I thought you would be allot further in this project. You are probably starting to realize the work involved in construction rehab, esp. with your lack of background experience, and a 1-2 man crew! WADR re: your progress, you might be at this 5-10 years down the line. Maybe time to hire an experience construction crew, or consider 'FOR SALE' sign in front yard. 😋
Love the effort you put in restoring everything so well and with respect of the Victorian age. I love to see everything getting more and more beautiful, you are keeping it for the present and future 🤍
I am awestruck by the enormous amount of projects you have done already and by how many you have left! I love your passion and dedication…I’m here to watch until the end 😂 I can’t wait to see the house when it’s done ✅
You guys have taught me so much about the history of St Louis! I can’t wait to return to the area and spend time exploring again. I’m excited to see the color of the door for the VahlKamp house. At first they had said it was going to be black. The dark slate is perfect! Once again, I’m astounded at your ability to patiently bring things back to life.
Google has a Belford Historic District in Georgetown, Texas and Charles S. Belford was a prominent local lumberman in the construction business. Your machines come with some cool history!
I’m from Cincinnati and never knew about Steptoe Mcfarlan and Co. Really love the history you share and even cooler to learn something new about my city!
Idk if anyone commented on this yet or not, there are too many to read through! The name Yerkes was the last name of my art teacher in 7th and 8th grade in Northern California. It's a two syllable name Yer-kes. Equal emphasis on the first and last syllable. Phonetically, I would spell it Yer-keys. Hope that helps. I can't remember the exact origin of the name, though I know she told the class. It's been about 45 years so it's easy to understand why I don't remember. Btw, I LOVE your channel!!
It's good to get some good news on the Mansard roof situation. So it seems that the facia was blown of but the main structure stayed put and is "mostly" reusable? Were you able to figure out the man-lift issue.
*Kia ora Kaleb, I LOVE the Mortise machine... it's handy to use if there is a power cut & also eco friendly well before it's time. You are now getting a nice collection of the Hall & Brown machines. I was just searching under the G place for H & B woodmaking tools & it turns out that vintage machinery has a awesome collection listed. Worth a look in case more get added.*
I love the idea of you casting the Hall and Brown plate to sell as Souveniers. Such a neat idea :)
Me too!
@@loracorwyn3713 I hope you get to visit and grab one of them souvenirs for yourself. Such a cool channel and an amazing thing he's doing for his city. I'm from the UK but am forever fascinating by architect of years gone by from both my friends own country and other countries too 😁
It would make a great T-shirt logo, too! Another souvenir idea or just something for the display area or upstairs library of your home - prints (smallish, maybe 4x6) of both H&B logos in black or even the dark green you’re using for the trim) on a creamy card stock with a mat, either preframed or just as a matted print, ready for framing in a standard sized frame. They could be quite attractive hung one over the other or even side by side. They should be fairly inexpensive to produce, so a fair profit.
@@Lucinda_Jackson Those are good solid ideas, I think.
@@twistoffate4791
Thanks, my friend! I have a habit of picking up prints or artwork as souvenirs, so it’s just the first thing I think of. I also think prints of a pen & ink drawing or watercolor if the exterior, once completed, would be nice, too.
No one understands the legacy they may leave behind. Mr(s) Hall and Brown left us some worth knowing about, using, preserving and sharing. Great video
Well said
It took me a long time to realize that, while none of us escape death, we ALL have opportunities to be immortal. The teacher who has quirky handwriting they pass on to the students they teach how to read and write. Families, blood or not. The desperate person to whom you give your very last $5 in the world. We all have those opportunities nearly every day. We might not have songs sung about us or schools and libraries named after us, but the impacts we can have matter no less. Kaleb and Kim have their own opportunity here, on this channel.
The postcard reads: "....ordering O. G. leito as specified
Order has been entered and will be shipped Couple days. "
On the back it says: "...Belford Lumber Company, Georgetown Texas "
I grew up in Texas. Georgetown is about 25 miles north of Austin. It was incorporated in 1848. I just googled Belford Lumber Company in Georgetown Texas and found that Southwestern University has a write up on it's history.
C.S. Belford and his Belford Lumber Company were big builders in Georgetown. Many of the buildings are still standing and registered with the National Register of Historic Places.
Well, that's good news, that most of those buildings are still standing & protected as well.
I did the same thing! Google is your friend! The lumber company existed from 1891-1967!,
My dad would have loved this particular episode. I wish he could see it from heaven. You all are taking such good care of this structure and of history. Everything you are doing are so important. Praying for everything you are doing.
I love your nerdiness and excitement. It's infectious. Your passion for Hall and Brown and the restoration of this beautiful old gal is admirable. You allow as much excitement as you want for yourself because if anyone deserves it you do and you are keeping the Hall and Brown name alive which I'm sure they'd be very happy about and very appreciative of. I bet they're both up there as proud as punch for what your doing and all you've achieved in bringing this beautiful Victorian lady back to life :)
I totally agree, his nerdiness and excitement is infectious! I never really was interested in anything like this and now I eagerly wait for another video to see what they've done or learned or found!
Make a chocolate mould off that H&B brass plate!! 🍫😋
Ooooh! GREAT idea! They’re going to have one super gift shop in there!
I really like that idea. Ill look into that.
It looks like you really have found your calling! You get so excited and so motivated when you talk about Hall and Brown mechanics, and you can see how much it pleases you to be working on these older pieces and restoring them. Y’all are just a great blessing to that neighborhood! Take care and many blessings!
Right? It’s cool that we’re learning right along with Kaleb and Kim. I’m as fond of my modern tools and gadgets as anyone, but it’s taken Restoration-Tube to make me fully appreciate where I only half appreciated before that new is necessarily better. Gas is noxious, oil is nasty, and cords get in the way, but my battery-powered tools have a short shelf-life. They might be super convenient, but manufacturers are always “improving” the battery systems, and you’re expected to replace all tools within a few years when they come out with new ones and discontinue the old. The kinds of machines Kaleb collects may have been converted to power, but before they where driven by wheels and pulleys. Keep them maintained and in good repair, maybe machine a few custom parts from time to time, and they should run nearly forever. “They” really DON’T make ‘em like they used to!
As a recent STL resident in love with the architecture of this city, you’re channel has become my new favorite
Thank you Joseph!
Facts
Doorknobs and plates: My 100 year old house has all of its original knobs, plates and keys (🗝 for every door), all in excellent condition. The high-usage and highly visible inside front door nob/plate is solid brass, but has the aged-brass-look steel on the exterior of the front door, and on all other interior nobs and plates. The inside front knob would have (and still had) the most usage + visibility (one opens the door for guests), so as the door is used, patina is worn off to show the solid brass underneath. But the other nobs and plates have less hard-wear contact (a bedroom door being lighter and easily opened closed), so the aged brass patina blends nicely with the dark oak woodwork. And of course visitors assume (as I did) that the other knobs are all solid brass as well - a clever ruse. I don’t know what was used to give the steel ones the faux aged brass (brown) patina, but it’s not paint.
My back door hardware is less decorative, but has the faux patina finish (worn away some on the inside). The bathroom doorknobs are glass - sanitary, easily cleaned, rust-free (not damaged by wet hands). The glass is not deeply carved, but rather has a smooth design that doesn’t collect dirt in crevices. 🙂
Can't wait to see the restored mansard roof. Eric and Claire look like care-full craftsmen who do admirable work.
Belford Lumber Co, Georgetown, TX. It’s close to Austin.
Geek out to your heart's desire. Finding the old machines are fascinating.
Continued success friends! You will reap the rewards of your painstaking work. Not only saving this house but giving this house a chance to be a loving home again!
So happy that the Mansard Roof will be an easier fix than you were anticipating! Great work on the door!
What an exciting tool collection. I especially like the mortise & tenon machine. The name is actually Steptoe , McFarlan & Co . and if you google the name a drawing of your mortise machine comes up with a lot of history on the company. They were makers of machinist tools. It’s heart warming to know that you’re keeping a huge part of the historic preservation movement alive. Bravo!!
I am so glad you are setting up a Go fund me and can't wait to help you restore this beautiful home! 😊❤
There is a company in Brooklyn ( Adriatic ) that has the machines that makes these egg and dart patterns. It is one of the only molding and wood supplies left in the area at it is an amazing resource. They make moldings, have artisan wood carvers and has any type of food species you could want. Every other business of this type have closed and it’s amazing they’re still here.
That’s wonderfully useful info!
Caleb ,I do not see you as being a nerd , I adore your passion for old machinery and your house, you are doing a great and will have a very very special home for you and Kim. Lana Australia
Kaleb, a brass cleaning tip: use Barkeeper's Friend with 000 steel wool. (Barkeeper's Friend should be able to be found at any grocery, hardware store or the Amazon.) After most of the tarnish/dirt is removed follow up with your Brasso. Brasso really is just for polishing. Brasso will remove tarnish, eventually, but the Barkeeper's is very slightly abrasive, won't scratch and really will clean your brass so much faster and with less effort! Cheers from North Carolina
You are an amazing person you truly are ...WOW,, I just love your home it's coming together and it's the love you put into it 🥰 I want to see it so bad, my daughter lives in Missouri and I hope to drive by just to look and see what you have done to your home ,so thank you for the videos. 😊
I'm so glad the people came to look at the mansard wood piece. God love them.
Gosh, once the mansard roof is done the front of the house will really begin to take shape and the entire house will be protected from weather and dampness. Can't wait to see it completed. That will be a big chunk DONE!
I would never think of you as a nerd loving your old machines ( Hall&Brown) Your eyes really do sparkle when you speak about them. I’m like that with my antiques.
The door looks so good. Once again you brought back its beauty. So happy you finally got the flat roof done. I truly admire what you are doing n the love you have for your city of St. Louis.
I don’t always believe newer is better. When I see so many houses being torn down to make room for more modern houses makes me sick inside. To me there tearing down history. I live in a 1950 house n I have everyone wanting to buy it only to tear it down n build some ugly modern house.
I’m not giving into that. Don’t need the money that bad. I love what your doing Caleb n I will continue admire you n watch your channel.
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😊👍🌟
Hi, I've been watching your channel from the beginning and I think you are both amazing! You effort and commitment to conservation is outstanding. I was watching you sand the door today and something dawned on me. My hobby is acrylic nails and I thought have you ever thought of using a nail Dremel to sand the small details on your doors and windows. You can add small head of sand paper to do fine detail and it might be worth a try to save time but still get the correct finish you're looking for.
I live in the UK and I am obsessed with conservation and history and as a member of the National Trust I go and visit homes across my country that have been brought back to life just like yours!keep going because I know I will continue to follow the journey. Well done for your brilliant job!
K. You’re about need an entire, freestanding shop/studio for all your shop tools and kit. Maybe a bigger garage? Pie-in-the-sky stuff, I know. Maybe one day the man you bought all these from will retire and be amenable to selling the rest of his shop at discount, including the flywheel-engine system that hangs on the ceiling (sorry, I don’t remember what that’s called). A usable museum exhibit? Your entire house could be self-sustaining. You might even qualify for state grants or something. I’m just always pleased to click on the links to yours and Kim’s videos. You may not be rich, but you’re still Living the Dream. So, SO happy for you both!
What a blessing to find great craftsmen. I can't wait to see the finished roof.
You and your wife done a wonderful job I never seen so much care go into a home Hopefully when it done your have a big family to fill it Bless you alway BTW In 100 years from now your great great grandchildren will be watching your videos Lol
I can feel the excitement with everything you do. You're closer every day to bringing the house back to the beauty she was.
The city of St. Louis van be proud on homeowners like you. Was once agdin a pleasure to see you restoring and preserving the history of your town..
I live far far away from St. Louis. But when I'm in the "neighborhood" some day I sure pay a visit to your home to see your (and your wife's) effort preserve this mansion myself.
It's the little things that make a DIFFERENCE!!!! And you are the Godfather of FIXING DOORS!!!! INCREDIBLE!!!!
I have relatives that live in the St. Louis area. My wife and I have explored your neighborhood many times. It is such an interesting area. The mansions, the water tower, stores etc. are fun to see. Our daughter even went there for a mission trip rehabbing one of the houses years ago. Thanks Kaleb and Kim for what you're doing there!
You remind of a little kid on Christmas with your excitement for the tools, so nice to see. Love the door.
That door looks beautiful Kaleb 👍 awesome 😎
Loved the longer video. Your enthusiasm is contagious Kaleb ❤
Kaleb your doing a fantastic job with all the ups and downs thanks for the entertainment.👍
Wow...I live in Georgetown, Texas!! I believe that is Belford Lumber company.
This was a highly respected company and operated from 1891 to 1967 in Georgetown. This company built many of the most architecturally and historically significant buildings and homes and, to this day, these homes are located in what is called the Belford Historic District.
The original owner and founder of this business was C.S. Belford.
Those old machines are so awesome you are lucky to be able to find by and use those antique machines they look like they're not even 20 years old so cool I love the video sir see you guys soon take care.
How about doing a charcoal rubbing of the Hall and Brown raised info on the leg of the saw table? You could do it on newsprint paper ( newspaper offices usually sell end rolls to the public) and after spraying a fixative (art supply stores or online) you could sell them to folks in a tube for mailing. They would look fantastic framed.
I should have kept in reading down! I just suggested something similar!
@@Lucinda_Jackson Great minds think alike. I didn't read other comments.
So the brass plate with the double keyhole is the exterior. The way they worked is the upper lock key was given to the milk/grocery/coal delivery man so they could open the door from the outside. The lower key was a security lock for the owner that could be opened or locked from either side. The upper key does not open the lower bolt. The cover is a nice touch, keeps the wind out and reduces confusion.
The Hall&Brown plaque on the #17 would be an amazing fridge magnet or something. I'd really like it as a fridge magnet.
I think it was called a renters lock, where the master key overrides the renters
Ahhhh.... interesting... that makes perfect sense.
It's so heartwarming every single time to see you saving something that at the first glance doesn't look like it can be saved. I saw you doing repairs that borderlined on pure magic. I wish more people had the same mindset about trying to save something first instead of throwing it away without even attempting to do repair it. Also, I'm so happy that the mansard roof's structure is in good shape. Can't wait to see it restored. Out of curiosity, is there a mansard roof also on the side where the next house is? Because between the houses there's awfully little of free space to work on anything.
The mansard is that whole, nearly vertical, but tapered, shingled roof area at the top of the facade above the brick.
Surround yourself with good people and good things will happen
Love the crisp details that came out on the door.
Great news! I’m so glad the mansard can be saved relatively easily. Good job on the door! I really enjoy your videos, keep up the great work.
You guys are pretty special. Excited to keep watching.
Nice mashines! So glad you found your calling, I can see your passion for this old house exuding from you! Well done, beautiful video! 🤗❤🤗
The Hall & Brown label would make a good keyring, just a bit of work to remove the screw holes, (shrink it a little possibly) great update 2x👍
I like this! Both logos would make excellent, really pretty key rings!
@@Lucinda_Jackson I thought they would be a way to bring in a little cash too. 👍
I live 15 miles from Georgetown, super cool to learn that some Hall and Brown machines ended up down here, maybe they're still around!
You’re doing a great job saving a small part of your city
Love things are looking brighter
Great progress! Still watching and still interested ! Can't wait for more, such a beautiful house.
That is great news. So hopeful for your fund raising efforts! One day I look forward to visiting!
How amazing is it that you find all these wonderful items and that they have survived all these years.
Keep on keeping on guys, things will get better!!
Not sure if you know this tip, but the wood epox can be cut with the liquid wood epox (hardner) to make a paste as thin as you like so you can just spread with a spackle knife on over wood that has many defects that you are trying to fill and smooth out. I have used this tip many times and get perfect results (and extremely strong repairs). To skim this over bad wood, especially outdoor, performs a miracle and you end up with a final product that is as good as new, especially useful on moldings you don't want to have to replace or have custom made. I have amazed myself with the wood repairs I have been able to perform that people would have just trashed.
Hey there! You light up when you talk about the old equipment and how wonderful you've found your passion preserving history. On another note..didn't see a GFM set up, but I did join Patreon. You provide me with such good entertainment following your endeavors, so I wanted to share some "love". It's not much, but every bit helps? Thank you for your videos!
14:37 That's the Belford Lumber Company of Georgetown, Texas. They were apparently a major lumber supplier and builder. Many of their projects still stand and are on the National Register of Historic Places. There's lots of information on this company on the web, if you want to know more.
Nice work Caleb! Love the Hall and Brown machines. True museum pieces. Imagine if some of your home were built on those machines??
I have repaired old frames using Sculpey. I just took a casting of a section that had the piece I needed in the pattern. Baked it. Glued it into the frame and painted it to match the frame and you can't tell there was a huge chip ever in it. I don't know about an outside door, unless there is some really good varnish that is weather protecting but you could cast a whole strip of Scupley and glue it into that wood and nobody would be able to tell the difference unless they were a serious carpenter.
The man knows how to resurrect some awesome pieces! That door is sweet!
Love your passion and determination 👍🏻😊🇬🇧🇿🇦
I totally agree. Cast the beautiful plaque
Great finds in those pieces of Hall & Brown equipment. I love how you "nerd out" on this stuff. Preserving history is important and you're doing a wonderful job. All the best with the roof repair. Looking forward to seeing it done.
Thanks for sharing !!!!
Kaleb the door is looking amazing.....glad to hear that the pediment can be recreated and that your contractor is being so helpful with it. I also want tp thank you for the latest postcard you sent i received it this week...so thank you very much please keep the videos coming i always look forward to them :)
Kaleb, you are doing a wonderful job saving your city's heritage! Can't wait to see the mansard roof done. May there be more good news like this time!
I am SOOOOOO excited!!!
I couldn't believe Caleb was painting wood, now I understand. Great door. Love the jazzy music.
The dual blade saw probably was meant to have one rip blade and one crosscut blade. Also, the postcard was addressed to the Belford Lumber Company.
Such a kind heart ❤️
I love your Passion for your Work. Nice to see a Beautiful Old House saved.
Anything worthwhile takes time...
So glad you and this structure found each other... Couldn't have picked a better hero...
Best wishes to you and your soon to be
WIFE... So excited for you too...Wonderful
Path...✨💫💥🌟💛🌟💥💫✨
Even better, they had the wedding last month and are Mr & Mrs!
@@Lucinda_Jackson Good News!!! Thanks 😊
@@karenwencke5511 💕🌸💕
Great video Kaleb! The machinery is beautiful!
Looking forward to the new dormer gable for the mansard roof. I am glad the framing is in better shape than thought and hope that you can get it back together soon.
FANTASTIC video!!!
I haven't 'tuned in' to your site since your first year! Visiting again I thought you would be allot further in this project. You are probably starting to realize the work involved in construction rehab, esp. with your lack of background experience, and a 1-2 man crew! WADR re: your progress, you might be at this 5-10 years down the line. Maybe time to hire an experience construction crew, or consider 'FOR SALE' sign in front yard. 😋
I so excited
Love the effort you put in restoring everything so well and with respect of the Victorian age. I love to see everything getting more and more beautiful, you are keeping it for the present and future 🤍
I am awestruck by the enormous amount of projects you have done already and by how many you have left! I love your passion and dedication…I’m here to watch until the end 😂 I can’t wait to see the house when it’s done ✅
What I think that is funny is how many woodworking shops and factories still have these machines in their place of business still working.
Great machines ! The door looks amazing. Enjoyed. Thats good news about the dormer.
You guys have taught me so much about the history of St Louis! I can’t wait to return to the area and spend time exploring again.
I’m excited to see the color of the door for the VahlKamp house. At first they had said it was going to be black. The dark slate is perfect! Once again, I’m astounded at your ability to patiently bring things back to life.
You have done a great job on the door 👍🏻
Great items!
Awesome video kaleb you are doing an amazing job
So cool! Love what you did.
Caleb, what a great idea to cast the plaquert.
Right and make in to a pin in his gift shop, Merch store
Rubbings would be an option when the plate can't be removed, though they couldn't be done in mass production. Each would be a unique piece.
Google has a Belford Historic District in Georgetown, Texas and Charles S. Belford was a prominent local lumberman in the construction business. Your machines come with some cool history!
Working a lot.
I’m from Cincinnati and never knew about Steptoe Mcfarlan and Co. Really love the history you share and even cooler to learn something new about my city!
You did a great job on the door...
I love the nerdy!
On E-Bay listed under "Hall & Brown woodworking" there are 5 or 6 Machine advertisements listed for sale....FYI
Idk if anyone commented on this yet or not, there are too many to read through! The name Yerkes was the last name of my art teacher in 7th and 8th grade in Northern California. It's a two syllable name Yer-kes. Equal emphasis on the first and last syllable. Phonetically, I would spell it Yer-keys. Hope that helps. I can't remember the exact origin of the name, though I know she told the class. It's been about 45 years so it's easy to understand why I don't remember. Btw, I LOVE your channel!!
Love your souvenir idea!!!!! Great video. Thank you.
It's good to get some good news on the Mansard roof situation. So it seems that the facia was blown of but the main structure stayed put and is "mostly" reusable? Were you able to figure out the man-lift issue.
*Kia ora Kaleb, I LOVE the Mortise machine... it's handy to use if there is a power cut & also eco friendly well before it's time. You are now getting a nice collection of the Hall & Brown machines. I was just searching under the G place for H & B woodmaking tools & it turns out that vintage machinery has a awesome collection listed. Worth a look in case more get added.*
Belfard Lumber Company in Georgetown Texas. yes. (my dad was into lumber sales)
Amazing job on the door Caleb. Looking forward to the repairs in the mansard. Have a good weekend.