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This Old House

Lexington Colonial | Colonial Curb Appeal

Season 34 Episode 11

With the front gable wall of the second floor up, roof framing is underway. Architect Frank Shirley and Norm discuss the history of Colonial style front porches. Tom shows Kevin the new farmer's porch framing. With the kitchen gutted, expansion begins with a 24-foot steel beam. Tom faces a ceiling height challenge in the old part of the kitchen, and comes up with an innovative solution.