Since the start of the escrow on our Victorian house Missy and I have started researching Victorian houses and the history that led up to that era, 1860 to the turn of the century. I listed here a short review of some our current favorites, and a few other books on renovation and restoration. This is only the tip of the iceberg, we will have more to come.
Victorian Exterior Decoration: How to Paint Your Nineteenth-Century American House Historically by Roger Moss and Gail Caskey Winkler. Published in 1986 and available at Amazon.com.
I listed this first because it is the best! A must read for all you Vickies out there. Very well written with lots of pictures, charts, and floor-plans. It explains why the Victorians painted their houses the way they did, new trends and limited color pallets that was available. It is extremely detailed, including accurate hardware, fabrics, and furniture. Great stuff and a must read.
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