Field Workshops

Bob is available to conduct workshops in your community on any number of topics.

Owners of old and historic houses and contractors can learn how to save money and time by repairing old rotted trim, columns and spindles rather than replacing them. Students will learn how to use architectural epoxies as well as making real wood repairs to original wood surfaces.

According to Yapp, "Most old house owners look at their original rotted wood columns, railings, balusters (spindles), windows, and trim and feel they can't be saved. The replacement product industry is counting on you believing this and spends tens of millions of dollars a year to convince to consumers to buy their products. Most of the wooden parts in old homes are made with old growth lumber that is just not available any longer. By repairing these character defining features you can save this stronger and more rot resistant lumber with less hassle and lower cost than replacing it."

Up to 12 participants. 8 hours of fun and intense, hands-on learning with handouts. Also available in three and five day configurations

A)    This event has been hugely popular. Up to 12 students work 8 hours a day, Friday through Sunday completely restoring up to 6 complete double hung window units. Three days of intense, hands-on learning that will end with the students knowing how to cost effectively restore historic windows. We can email more detailed information on this. This can also be a five day workshop

B)     A one day or half day hands-on workshop that will give up to 12 students an opportunity to learn the basics of historic window restoration. We can email more detailed information on this.

Bob personally conducts a Great Unveiling. Bob will assist your community plan and undertake the removal of non-original siding from one to two houses in a day. This event really brings neighborhoods and organizations together. This event is very visual and creates a great media opportunity. If you're interested in this event we have additional materials we can email.

• Historic Porch Repair or Restoration
• Wood Flooring Restoration
• Laying Wood Flooring in Historic Buildings
• Interior Woodwork Restoration/Conservation
• Interior Woodwork Refinishing
• Exterior Painting
• Woodworking for Old Houses & Buildings

For more information contact Bob Yapp @ 573-629-2226, cell 217-474-6052 or via our contact form.