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Dear Owners, Fun to look at your photos! I have an 1885 (or earlier) Queen Anne Cottage in the historic District in Ocean Park area of Santa Monica. I'm in the last phase of a 30 year long rehab. (Don't cry for me, Argentina...) Have you ever found a good (safer) substitute for a wood shingle roof? I haven't. Mine only lasted about 23 years (five blocks from the beach and lots of termites) and I'm replacing it soon. I'm resigned to a fiberglass version. BTW, any suggestions on exterior colors? I found some books on original colors; most were darker versions of those you see in "Painted Ladies". Tastes have "brightened" since the 1880's. I'll keep tabs on your progress... Good luck, Tony. |