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A new study of the 2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck Ilovik–Paržine 1 off Croatia has uncovered sophisticated waterproofing techniques using pine tar and beeswax. Researchers combined chemical and pollen ...

While there's no disputing the charm of original sash windows, if you've moved into a period property, due to their potential age, you may find them less energy efficient than other types of windows.