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Built in 1712
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Historic Samuel Butters Home
The historic Samuel Butters
house is on the market. Its pre-
sent owners have lovingly
it. You can still enjoy
antique features: exposed
post and hand hewn
chestnut beams. The built-in
cabinet in the stairwell has been
adapted for use as a lighted dis-
play case, the pantry in the
kitchen remains, as well as
charming built-in bookcases,
china cabinets and blanket
chests.
The updates add to the
ambiance by being in the style
of the colonial period yet
address the convenience and
need of a modern lifestyle The
additions of tin candle sconces
(electric), pewter lighting fix-
tures and a granite-faced cus-
tom fireplace in the family room
add character to this home.
From the mulberry tree you
can walk through the perennial
flower and herb gardens around
the stonewall onto the custom
deck. A favorite feature of the
owners is the screened porch,
great for entertaining or a
peaceful
The gracious
livingroom and
spacious master
bedroom are
charmingly
restored
As you sit on the screened
porch you might reflect on the
history that surrounds you.
Across the street is the South
School ca. 1894 next to Butters
Row. Down the road is Butters
Farm, where James Butters'
apple tree was the origin of
Wilmington's contribution: the
Baldwin apple
At an adjacent home lived
Jimmy Butters, who was known
for the oxen he raised. He was
one of the Wilmington Minute
Men who marched on Lexington
Day and served honorably in
other events in the Revolution.
A story is told that in a
Woburn market around 1790,
Simeon Reed, who wanted to
buy oxen, but had no money,
stopped Jimmy. It was agreed
between the two men that
Simeon's wife, who was seated
on a nearby wagon, could be the
payment. Each arrived home
with their respective new trade
The story goes that throughout
his life, Jimmy proclaimed it
was the best swap he ever
made!
Butter to Butters.
This 1712 home was originally
a garrison-house The second
story extended over the first to
enable the family to discharge
guns in an attack. The Harnden
Massacre had occurred earlier
in North Wilmington during the
Indian attacks of Queen Anne's
War. The garrison style lines
were changed when the house
was rebuilt over a hundred
years ago.
Stop by a Sunday open house
and enjoy the beauty of this
antique treasure built before the
incorporation of Wilmington in
1730. Call Pat Morgan,
Hunneman It Co. Cold well
Banker (781) 438-7600.
Local Realtors Names in the News
Diane Giglio
Colonial Manor Realty, its
owners Bobbie Botticelli and
Rick Nazzaro, and associates,
wish to congratulate Diane
Giglio on her seventh anniver-
sary with the company.
As her customers and clients
already know, Diane is a hard-
working, caring Realtor who
treats each and every one of her
transactions with the same high
level of service and profession-
alism. Because of her hard work
and dedication, she is again
enjoying a very successful year
at Colonial Manor Realty.
A member of the Eastern
Middlesex Association of
Realtors, the Massachusetts
Association of Realtors, the
National Association of
Realtors, and the Bay State
Multiple Listing Service, Diane
resides in Reading with her chil
dren Dina, Lori, Michele and
Michael. Many will recognize
Diane from her years of volun-
teering in local school and com-
munity-related events.
For the best in Real Estate
services, you may reach Diane
at the offices of Colonial Manor
Realty in Reading, 127 Franklin
Street (across from Marshalls),
at 944-6300 or in North Reading,
133 Park Street (next to the
Flint Library), at 664-5857.
Make your old deck look like new
Decks lead a hard life.
After years of exposure to
sun, rain and snow, a deck
Lmay show its age with cracked
"JOT rotted steps, warped rail
ings, deck boards with popped
nails and cracks, and joists and
support posts showing signs of
decay.
i ,y You can make your old deck
I look like new with first-aid
treatments that require omy a
modest amount of skill, money
and tools. More often than not,
you may be looking at little
more than giving your deck a
power washing, resetting
: popped nails and applying
fresh stain or sealer. Power
••-washing
Giving your deck a good
power washing is your first
move. To clean the deck
thoroughly, rent a power
washer rated at 1,000-psi
(pounds per square inch). Until
you peel off the layers of grime
covering the wood you won't be
; able to gauge how much work
you face. CAUTION: Use a
i power washer with care. It's
• 'powerful enough to blow
! aluminum or vinyl siding off
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your house. Never point it at
yourself or another person.
First, scrub the deck with
deck cleaner recommended for
the type of wood. Then rinse
with the power washer. You'll
not only remove layers of built-
up dirt but also expose fresh
wood fibers, which will make
the surface look new.
You may notice that the
deck has more popped nails
than it did before the cleaning.
Power washing not only
removes years of built-up dirt
and grime but also dislodges
loose surface wood fibers.
Popped nail
Setting a popped nail is a
two-step process. First, drive
the nailhead back below the
surface of the wood, using a
nail set to avoid dimpling the
wood with your hammer. Then
predrill a pilot hole alongside
the nail and drive in a gal-
vanized deck screw whose head
overlaps the nailhead to hold it
down.
Once you have power
washed the deck and reset all
the popped nails, give your
deck a careful inspection.
Write down everything that
needs attention. Note damaged
deck boards and steps. Check
wood that looks damaged for
rot. The wood is rotted if you
can easily insert a sharp tool
such as an awl or a knife
blade. Look for dangerous
loose railings or steps.
With list in hand, calculate
the cost in time and money for
repairs. Here's a guide:
- Stain or paint the deck:
You'll need stain or paint and
other supplies and about two
days time.
• Stair stringers and treads:
Buy 2-by-lz and 2-by« replace-
ments. Estimate one to two
days to finish.
- Deck boards: Allow a few
hours to one day, depending on
the number of boards which
will be replaced.
- Support posts and beams:
Posts are usually 4-by-4s.
Beams are 2-by- 12s attached to
Decks to S-22
THE COLONIAL STYLE
diningroom and fireplaced
family room are great for
entertaining.
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Marsha Weiss
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100 Main St.. Reading (781) 944-6060
READING - JUST LISTED! The warm hospitality that spells COLONIAL
This classic 1 o plus room New England Colonial recaptures another time.
This home has many updates & extras including an oversized workshop,
an outer building currently used as an art studio, screened porch & a
secret garden. There is plenty of entertaining space & office space. Call to
see this fabulous find. ' $279,900
READING - A beautiful 18.000 sq. ft. lot is only the beginning of this 8 rm '
Garrison Colonial. This lovely home features 3 bdrms. 3.5 ba. 1st fir fam-
ily rm. formal fireplaced living rm. dining rm. light & bright white kit,
lower level spa, central air. central vac. screened porch & so much more!
$334,900
READING -West Side. Expanded Cape with the warmth & charm of a true
family home. This lovely home features 9 Ige rms with 4 bdrms. 2.5 ba. 3
fireplaces, 1st fir family rm & so much more! Home office & in -law poten-
tial. Listed at $329,900
NORTH READING - JUST LISTED! - House Beautiful! Gorgeous 3
bedrm. 2 ba HA. updated in & out with quality and craftsmanship.
Features stepdown FR. Cherry kitchen, newer baths, windows, heat, sep-
tic and more! Prime location. Don't wait, call today for your personal
showing. $214,900
WILMINGTON, N. - JUST LISTED! - Fantastic value in this 6 rm. 2 ba
Cape with finished basement featuring new white oak kitchen with slid-
ers to deck, large master bedroom with walk in closet, gleaming hdwd
firs. Near schools and Rt. 93. $174,900
WAKEFIELD- FIRST AD!! -To Be Built. 50 foot Split Entry. 3 bdrms. 2 full
bath, & 2 car garage. Located at end of cul-de-sac $289,900
WAKEFIELD - 1st AD! - LAKESIDE Location. Well maintained Charming
Dormered Cape Codder. 3 bdrms. 2 full ba. fireplaced living rm & china
cabinet in dining rm. Be the first to see this home, call today. $184,900
WOBURN - Like a private park. Enjoy this beautiful setting. Live on a
quiet street and have lots of privacy in this 27.000 sq. ft. plus lot. 6 rm
charming Cape with lots of workshop areas. Call today-for your private
showing. $169,900
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STONEHAM - POSSIBILITIES. POSSIBILITIES. POSSIBILITIES!! There
are many in this bright & sunny 12 rm Colonial including possible m-law.
3 full updated ceramic tile ba. beautifully finished attic office. Oversized
deck overlooks Ige level lot w/patio. Room enough for all out door activi-
ties. Lge driveway to accommodate 4 cars. NOT A DRIVE-BY must come
inside to appreciate. $209,900
LYNNFIELD - MAJESTIC COLONIAL Set on beautifully wooded lot. 5
bdrm. 2.5 ba. 2 car garage. Finished basement for rec rm. workshop or
child's playroom. Central air. hrdwd firs & move-in condition make this
the perfect choice. $399,900
MELROSE - 1st AD!! Stately 9 rm. 2 ba Colonial on corner lot. Enjoy the
taste of vegetables, herbs & fruit fresh from your own garden. Lge updat-
ed kit. hrdwd firs, tile ba & many updates'complete this fabulous home.
$228,900
TEWKSBURY - SPREAD OUT! Super 4 bdrm. 1.5 ba Colonial w/lge kit.
deck, fenced yard. 2 car garage & 3 rm Legal in law apt. Collect rent to
help with the payments! $199,900. 5% dowi.-S9.995 P&l pay-
ment^ 1.328.53/mo. (based on 7.5% interest rate) Call Today!
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