Advancing Equity in Historic Preservation: OUR COMMITMENT
Thu, Apr 22
|Zoom Webinar
Repairing Rotted Wood


Time & Location
Apr 22, 2021, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CDT
Zoom Webinar
About the Event
Got rot? You've come to the right place. In this webinar, you will learn how to assess rot; use epoxy, consolidants and wood filler; and consider options for wood replacement. We will also discuss topics like water management and common places of rot.
Workshop goals:
- Understand buildings as systems and why rot happens
- Learn what tools and materials you'll need to repair or replace rotted wood
- Learn how to prevent rot
Your instructor is Laura Leppink, a Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps alumna and board member. Laura is also a graduate student at the University of Minnesota's Heritage Studies & Public History program.
This class is part of the education program of Rethos: Places Reimagined. Rethos is proud to offer a variety of classes for homeowners, students, Realtors, and others who love old buildings. The Rethos education program is funded in part by the Arts & Cultural Legacy Fund through the Minnesota Historical Society.
Refund policy: Please email natalie@rethos.org if you would like a refund on your purchased ticket. Rethos will arrange to refund the cost of the class. Refunds are provided up to seven days prior to the class.
Cancellation policy: A class may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Decision to cancel a class will be announced to registrants at least 24 hours before the class' scheduled time. Refunds will be provided to all registrants.
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