100 episodes

True Tales From Old Houses is a light-hearted, entertaining, and educational show for lovers of old houses and buildings, DIYers, history buffs, and restoration and preservation junkies.

Available bi-weekly, host Stacy Grinsfelder shares personal project updates, listener Q & A, and interviews with engaging old house owners, restoration professionals, and craftspeople.

True Tales From Old Houses Stacy Grinsfelder

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    • 4.8 • 173 Ratings

True Tales From Old Houses is a light-hearted, entertaining, and educational show for lovers of old houses and buildings, DIYers, history buffs, and restoration and preservation junkies.

Available bi-weekly, host Stacy Grinsfelder shares personal project updates, listener Q & A, and interviews with engaging old house owners, restoration professionals, and craftspeople.

    Minisode: Our Plumber is a Saint + Cute Dog Antics

    Minisode: Our Plumber is a Saint + Cute Dog Antics

    This week, Stacy's husband Andy fills in as co-host during Daniel's absence. 
    First, Stacy discusses Millie's trip to the vet, and she explains the crafty way Millie managed to gain nine pounds even though she is on a carefully balanced eating and exercise schedule.
    Then, Andy and Stacy talk about the upstairs bathroom remodeling project. Stacy expresses her gratitude for the plumber and contractor's problem-solving skills and attention to detail. When BHH threw them a curveball, they installed the clawfoot tub in a very unique way. 
    Finally, Stacy and Andy chat about holiday decorations and Stacy's fascination with corgis. 
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    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page. 

    • 28 min
    Passive Floor Restoration + Matthew Reibs

    Passive Floor Restoration + Matthew Reibs

    In today’s episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel discuss the passive refinishing method for wood floors. 
    Later, as part of the ongoing young tradesperson series, Stacy and Daniel chat with Matt Riebs from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Matt does a little bit of everything related to old houses. He began dabbling in the trades as a child, and a chance to meet Nicole Curtis, his HGTV idol, further set him on his current path.
    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page.
    Visit www.truetalesfromoldhouses.com/giveaway and enter to win* a copy of Cheap Old Houses: An Unconventional Guide to Loving and Restoring a Forgotten Home by Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein. 
    *No purchase required. The giveaway runs from November 27, 2023 to December 18, 2023. 
    WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS
    The Craftsman Store - Another excellent resource from Scott Sidler of The Craftsman Blog. The Craftsman Store is a cozy online hardware store full of books, tools, and supplies. For 10% off, use the coupon code truetales.
    Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.

    • 54 min
    Minisode: Daniel's Mom Sets the Record Straight

    Minisode: Daniel's Mom Sets the Record Straight

    In today's very special "Momisode," Stacy and Daniel welcome Daniel's mom, Ricki.
    First, Stacy chats a little about a very confusing experience at the opera. 
    Then, Daniel's mom joins them to set the record straight about 
    one of Daniel's first sewing projects what really happened to Fidget the chinchilla the traits that make Daniel good at DIY the possible origin of his catchphrase, "It's fine. It's fine."  and much more!
    The first Momisode featuring Stacy's mom, Vera, is available now: Stacy's Mom is in the House
    WE LOVE OUR SPONSOR
    Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page. 

    • 40 min
    Minisode: Stacy's Mom is in the House

    Minisode: Stacy's Mom is in the House

    In today's very special "Momisode," Stacy and Daniel welcome Stacy's mom, Vera.
    First, Daniel talks a bit about how his idea to bring volunteer designers to the Kingston City Land Bank has not gone according to plan.
    Then, Stacy's mom joins them to share more information about her than you ever wanted to know, including but not limited to: 
    the condition and decor of Stacy's childhood bedroom  whether or not she comes from a family of old home lovers and DIYers what Stacy's parents taught her that helped make her the person she is today and
    if Stacy's mom has got it goin' on. The second Momisode featuring Daniel's mom, Ricki, drops next week. You won't want to miss it.
    WE LOVE OUR SPONSOR
    Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page. 

    • 37 min
    Andrew Wing + Tips for Choosing New Flooring for Your Old House

    Andrew Wing + Tips for Choosing New Flooring for Your Old House

    In today's episode, during listener Q&A, Stacy and Daniel offer tips for choosing new wood flooring for your old house.
    And later, as part of the Young Tradesperson Series, they chat with window restorer and all-around nice guy Andrew Wing. Many people first became acquainted with Andrew three years ago through Laine and Kevin Berry of Our Restoration Nation. He was restoring the windows of a house dubbed Louise when tragedy struck. Louise's last gift was a new beginning for Andrew that changed the trajectory of his life and career.   
    Visit True Tales From Old Houses for more information about this episode.
    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page.
    WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS
    The Craftsman Store - Another excellent resource from Scott Sidler of The Craftsman Blog. The Craftsman Store is a cozy online hardware store full of books, tools, and supplies. For 10% off, use the coupon code truetales.
    Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
     

    • 49 min
    A Very Haunted Minisode

    A Very Haunted Minisode

    This week, Stacy and Daniel revisit the topic of burnout. Stacy is feeling better, but Daniel is still struggling to push through the overwhelm to complete the duplex and the cottage.
    Then, because bad tangents happen to good minisodes, they discuss their thoughts about life after death. 
    Finally, Stacy and Daniel read leftover ghost stories submitted by the Instagram audience and share some unexplained happenings they have experienced in their homes. 
    WE LOVE OUR SPONSOR
    Sutherland Welles - Maker of exceptional polymerized tung oil finishes since 1965. To save 10% on your first order, use the coupon code truetales.
    To request a transcript of this episode, please reach out via the contact page. 

    • 30 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
173 Ratings

173 Ratings

Gnome Sweet Gnome ,

An educational & entertaining podcast with delightful hosts!

This podcast takes somewhat technical topics and stories about old houses and brings them to life to be educational and very entertaining. The hosts are so sweet and I wish I could be their friends in real life! I love listening in to every episode.

Glu7 ,

Great!

I have been listening for a few years now and have gained so much knowledge in that time. This podcast pulls from so many great resources and makes things more accessible Daniel is such a great addition along with the minisodes! I look forward to every new episode!

Lamoss01 ,

Invaluable information for old home owners

Stacy

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