Hatch Builders

Always worth having a good book
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Framing is one part of being a craftsman I really enjoy. I’ve always been a crafter/builder/maker, since as long as I can remember. These photos are from a project in West Hartford 2020.
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Really like this Hultafors chisels for restoration/renovation. They can take a beating. But this one is in need of sharpening. Japanese wet stones do a great job of bringing that edge back super sharp.
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1929 West Hartford Tudor, our next major renovation project. As a preservation carpenter, this is what I live for.
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To good carpenter lives by this. Thanks for the inspiration
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I get so much satisfaction from using traditional carpentry tools. This Stanley Sweetheart No. 62 low angle Jack plane is the perfect tool to trim this old door to fit a new opening.
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These historic wood windows are coming out nicely. Once finished they will look beautiful!
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If you have a historic home, don’t replace your windows, restore them instead. Your home will look more historically correct, plus they will last much longer than a cheap replacement window.
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Jeff Hatch
Historic Preservation Carpentry
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Tools of a preservationist
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Historic Preservation Carpentry
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Historic window restoration | Before, and after. It is always worth it to restore your old wood windows.
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Let’s chat about your next project
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You have to love the classic red front door!
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It makes a bold statement with its vibrant color. The red front door has been around for a long time and has an interesting/strange history.
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Let’s chat about your next project!
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A lot going on here as these 3 openings meet. Took my time making sure everything looked correct & lined up… laser level was super helpful.
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