Home Improvement Collection

Sword & Teapot in Kasbah, Ait-Benhaddou, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Two manual workers on ladders painting house exterior, (B&W)

Pages from a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. 1896 (engraving)
2972992 Pages from a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. 1896 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English

Front cover of a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co
2972991 Front cover of a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. 1896 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Builders Tools, engraved by Martino Schede (engraving)
810311 Builders Tools, engraved by Martino Schede (engraving) by Rostagni, Francesco (18th century) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Housewifery lesson, Denmark Hill School, Dulwich, London, 1908. Two girls learn how to spring clean and specifically mend wallpaper

Installing a damp proof course in a house in Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Artist
Installing a damp proof course in a house in Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. A contractor using a cutting machine to create a channel in which to insert a damp proof membrane

Damp proofing, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Artist: Michael Walters
Damp proofing, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Two workers use a cutting machine used to create a channel in which to insert a damp proof membrane

Using an adjustment gauge on a Stanley plane, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters
Using an adjustment gauge on a Stanley plane, 1968

Press advertisment for the Stanley scraper, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters
Press advertisment for the Stanley scraper, 1968

Glazier and wallpaper hanger working in a house, 1867. From Alphabet des Arts et Metiers. (Paris, 1867)

Hand holding brick above mortar between gap in wall, close up

Constructing a stud wall to divide a room

Hand pouring talcum powder into cracks between old floorboards to prevent squeaks

Spanner turning bolt, front view

Storage decking on top of fiberglass roof insulating material in attic

Man laying tiles on floor, (B&W)

An alley in the souks of Essaouira
Essaouira - the jewel of the Atlantica - is a small fortified port in western Morocco on the same latitude as Marrakech, between Safi and Agadir

Fruit press
illustration of fruit press

Cider Press, vintage engraving
Old engraved illustration of a Cider Press, juicer

Circular saw
Illustration of a circular saw for cutting

Man wearing overalls, mask, gloves and cap, filling the space between rafters with an insulation blanket

Digital illustration of living room prepared for wallpapering

Digital illustration of paper template taped to bathroom floor surrounding toilet and sink

Cross section digital illustration showing places in house most at risk from condensation

Digital Illustration of duct above cooker hood in domestic kitchen

Digital illustration of indirect water system connected to bathroom, kitchen, and heating boiler

Cross section digital illustration of house showing potential trouble spots where damp usually occurs

Black and white illustration of wallpaper on walls decorated with simple repetitive pattern

Man using club hammer and chisel to remove marble tile from floor, close-up

Man drilling screws in plasterboard and batten to hide insulation, close-up

Man installing blue carpet tile next to skirting board

Man installing roof insulation in rafter, close-up

Man installing carpet tiles on top of plywood floor

Man using hands to position circle of sand paper on edging sander

Making an opening in a masonry wall, supported by props

Replacing a window

Making an opening in a loadbearing timber wall, supported by props

Insulation material being wrapped around pipes in the loft of a house

Hands placing layers of newspaper as alternative to underfelt on clean hard floor before laying carpet

Unfinished room and bathroom in a residential home, Quebec, Canada

Unfinished bathroom in a residential home, Quebec, Canada

Marking wooden post using tape measure and pencil

Hand drill tool, on a white background

Can of WD-40 oil
Spray can of WD-40 oil, on a white background

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"Transforming Houses, Transforming Lives: Unveiling the Art of Home Improvement" Step into the enchanting Sword & Teapot in Kasbah and witness the magic unfold. Two manual workers on ladders delicately paint the house exterior, their monochrome figures contrasting against the vibrant backdrop. Travel back in time with pages from a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. In 1896, adorned with intricate engravings that showcase timeless craftsmanship. The front cover tantalizes with promises of endless possibilities for enhancing your humble abode. Discover the essence of true artistry as Builders Tools come to life through Martino Schede's exquisite engravings. Each tool tells a story, whispering secrets of how they have shaped countless homes throughout history. Journey to Denmark Hill School in Dulwich, London, circa 1908, where housewifery lessons were imparted upon eager minds. Witness young souls embracing knowledge that would empower them to create havens filled with love and warmth. Marvel at Goldthorpe's transformation in South Yorkshire during 1957 as damp proof courses are installed meticulously by skilled hands. Artist Michael Walters captures this pivotal moment when houses become impenetrable fortresses against nature's elements. Delve deeper into Walters' artistic vision as he unveils his mastery through an adjustment gauge on a Stanley plane and showcases its unparalleled precision. A testament to innovation and dedication towards perfecting every detail within our living spaces. Immerse yourself further into this world of ingenuity as you explore press advertisements for Stanley scrapers from 1968; witness how these tools effortlessly breathe new life into worn surfaces while leaving behind nothing but sheer brilliance. Witness glaziers and wallpaper hangers working harmoniously inside a house frozen in time since 1867; their expertise intertwines seamlessly like brushstrokes on canvas—each movement adding layers of beauty to transform mere walls into captivating stories.