Renewing the 96 Year-old Barn

This old barn has fabulous wood, both structurally and well aged siding. However, it appears to have been re-shingled only once since the original shingles were put on almost 100 years ago. Moisture is causing problems in a couple of areas.

2016

So, here we are, a few hours ago (in 2016), adding sheet steel roofing. The steel has been added on the South Side only. The original shingles on the North Side are still keeping everything dry. This should help to stop the deterioration. Then, can we afford to do further restoration? or leave it for the next people …

2020

Red trim was added in 2020 to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary.

(First Posted on Facebook in 2016)

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