How to Restore a Colonial-Era Beehive Oven | Ask This Old House

[@glorygloryhallelujah]

This guy is the BEST addition to ATOH.

[@lckeeper1]

Agreed! Mark's skill and obvious passion for masonry really shines through. He's a very good teacher, as well!

[@oldtwinsna8347]

@@Bigguy_33 doesn't matter when it comes to nepotism

[@johnenright4969]

Alain Mehani ya this guy is really good!

[@peterhanson3962]

It took great care and skill to repair that oven without the whole structure collapsing. Well done that man! Very informative video.

[@dontakeshit]

This was a pretty amazing video

[@HollywoodCreeper]

It seems like they could have just left it as is. Maybe just place some masonry plate where the brick was disintegrating.

[@flat-earther]

Peter I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@gregdarbonne8137]

I am always in awe of Mark McCullough's work. I am an amateur mason (very amateur!) and it is a pleasure to watch him work and create.

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Greg I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@brianbillings6815]

This is a classic AskTOH segment. One of the most intricate jobs I've seen any of the crew do. Fantastic!

[@flat-earther]

Brian Billings I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@governmentlard1617]

Mark McCullough is a straight up artisan and a gentleman. Always a pleasure to watch.

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Government Lardass- I miss norm

[@flat-earther]

government I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@janebutz5375]

You guys are incredible! My home is 200+ years old and has a walk-in fireplace and a beehive oven, though not in shape for using. I also volunteer at a local old house and have learned to use both. How frustrating to have them and not use them! Now I can seriously think about restoring them. I am beyond thrilled that you did this segment!

[@brianbillings6815]

Might want to hire Mark ;)

[@ryanchopy448]

How do you use the oven?

[@flat-earther]

Well have you restored your oven yet?! BTW Jane I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@ralphhooker6019]

I've watched this several times. Mark is a master! I especially like watching him shape a brick by hand.

[@tedcarl5382]

Was just looking at a home with an original beehive oven and wondered how they worked. Great info, thanks!

[@flat-earther]

TED I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@markpalmer5311]

How great to work with such a true pro!

[@flat-earther]

Mark I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@brianquilty687]

This is one of the best I’ve seen. Love your videos !!

[@Benelli-ex7oq]

What a awesome house and fireplace that was great work 👍👍👍

[@flat-earther]

benelli I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@deanmarsh1452]

Wow! This is brilliant. We have a oven in our UK victorian property. It looks identical to this! It had been covered over at some point in the history of the house. All the floor fire bricks are missing. Looks like they reused them somewhere.

[@cloudstrifeification]

That is really cool and that makes a good backup in case the power goes out or even a gas line breakage. Just fire up the bee hive oven.

[@flat-earther]

Lightning bolt I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@TammieFulmer]

HOW COOL WAS THAT ??? GREAT JOB GUYS !!!

[@flat-earther]

Chad I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@henrikvtcodes]

I would honestly have one added if I was building a house. So cool.

[@HollywoodCreeper]

That would be cool.

[@flat-earther]

Henrik I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@Elon_Trump]

1993 I visited Sturbridge Massachusetts on an 8th-grade field trip from Pequea Valley middle school in Mr. Beck's American History class. It was an awesome experience, to say the least.

[@flat-earther]

Enaha I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@jblyon2]

My Aunt had an odd beehive oven in a late 1700s house. It was not connected to the chimney so you couldn't light a fire in it, but if you had a fire going in the main fireplace as well as the adjacent sitting room it got hot enough at the back to bake in.

[@alec4672]

Wetting the surface a bit with just tap water and a spray bottle goes a long way in keeping any of the dust down.

[@imm311]

Another excellent video! God bless!

[@blackpine6693]

The next town over ,a small house was torn down ......sad ...it was very old....when they removed the right side of the house it exposed a massive beehive oven.....one of the oldest houses in New Brunswick NJ ....had a bee hive oven sticking out the side.....the owners tore it out.........sad to see historic elements trashed.....

[@flat-earther]

Pine I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@verdatum]

NEEEEAT. I built my own domed kob oven for making bread. It's not indoors though. I had to build a massive cart for it so it could live on my deck. This is one of the most fascinating vids I've seen ATOH do in quite awhile.

[@flat-earther]

verdatum I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@Ichabod_Jericho]

“It might collapse on me, killing me and ruining the home.” “We’re willing to take the risk :)” LMAO Also, how rich do you have to be to own property like this?

[@governmentlard1617]

Not that rich. There are houses like this in NJ from the 1700's that are under $300k depending on the area.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

I wouldn't want a leaky, drafty, cold, hot, and inefficient home with a 300 year old oven. I don't see the charm in Victorian!

[@edduanchavez3346]

Blaine Bugaski it’s definitely not for everyone but it really is a part of American history

[@RoastBeefSandwich]

Manny people own the homes that belonged to their ancestors so they effectively paid nothing for it, it's been passed down for hundreds of years.

[@johsiantorres8495]

@@Guillotines_For_Globalists I love houses that whistle yes I like both tight and leaky homes

[@robstephens]

He didn't repoint the bricks in the top of the oven. I believe that I would install a larger access panel rather that patching the hole in the plaster.

[@xoxo2008oxox]

From the look of the plaster, it looks like it had previous water intrusion. All this for pizza? Get a Diresta oven!

[@flat-earther]

Rob I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@juliof970]

I wanted to see the repair of that outer mortar dome. That's stinks. Good info.

[@allenbell3734]

That was great!!

[@flat-earther]

Allen I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@stephenrowley4171]

They do look exactly like pizza ovens. I love pre revolution American architecture.

[@no-oneshome3083]

Us Europeans knew how to make aesthetically pleasing, yet functional architectural designs 😜

[@basilmemories]

for real, I honestly wish that new homes would include these. Yeah it uses wood for energy, but little if any of that heat is wasted.

[@stephenrowley4171]

We do too and we also have some wonderful building for the 1700, wood can be sustainable as long as the trees cut down are replaced and faster grow species are stuck too.

[@stephenrowley4171]

@@basilmemories I suspect you could do a design with gas or electrical heating if your in a smog restricted area

[@matblack9288]

I’m just interested in the refurbishment. I personally like 1950’s-1980’s contemporary homes.

[@charlesgordon6518]

This guy looks like a chem teacher

[@marylandsirensfirebuff9664]

"Thank you very much mark." "Your welcome!" *camera cuts* ok that will be $6,000 please

[@degenwow]

"Since I did all the work, I'll take the beehive oven with me. Bye Sean."

[@wholeNwon]

Amazing how long it took to develop effective iron heating stoves.

[@flat-earther]

whole I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@juliof970]

How long has mark been a mason? He seems to know a lot about the old masonry.

[@selfishlyintrigued]

It doesn't matter; while these guys have great knowledge you have to remember these jobs are known in advanced and they do research. No that's not a bad thing or a dig; you want a contractor that won't assume and will look; in the case of this show they likely have several researchers(Or really by researcher we mean many masons to ask/ask local masons to job/check local codes etc and usually even code places will be like "Remember to check if house is X years old for Y and Z! If Y do A, if Z do B! etc). I mean he might know it and great if he does; but this isn't controversial and is a good thing.

[@deadlata9767]

Lots of old masonry in Massachusetts, many old houses have numerous chimneys too.

[@flat-earther]

Julio I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@rawbacon]

I was just watching This Old House Season 1. Norm and his crew knew how to hustle, back when carpenters were men and men knew how to get things done.

[@jasonouellet8980]

Im about to embark on such a journey in my c.1800s house. So many questions!!! 1) What about the rest of the mortar in the beehive oven? What condition is it in? Any cracks or leaks? 2) What about the condition of the rest of the chimney? Is there a chimney liner? 3) Is a type N, Portland-based mortar the best choice for a chimney that old? Many antique chimneys used an oyster-based slack line, correct? I heard that they have different thermal expansion rates and you should follow suit with the original mortar type. Thoughts? 4) Are the fireplace and beehive oven flues connected? Mine are. I was wondering if there is a relationship between running them at the same time or running one at a time. The opening for my beehive oven would only require a liner about 4-4.25 in. In diameter (which I don’t think they make them that small for solid fuel burning). Thoughts?

[@degenwow]

well, if you ask too many questions you might as well rebuild the whole house.

[@flat-earther]

Jason I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@rogerspable]

Brilliant channel.

[@flat-earther]

Vaseline I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@wcox4]

Have you all done a video on repairing a cracked brick foundation?? We have a brick foundation on our house, and it's starting to crack a slowly move away from the concrete inner foundation. I hope you all can help.

[@degenwow]

theres video from TOH on such topics

[@flat-earther]

Wayne I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@jackvely]

awesome job, very hard tho

[@MrMauidiver]

The “coolest” thing about a fireplace?

[@degenwow]

the chimney

[@evelyn_r]

Awesome

[@flat-earther]

Evelyn I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@charlesgordon6518]

I like this

[@flat-earther]

Charles I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@percival23]

I would have had them do the inside roof of the oven. Sooner or later they will find a mortar pebbles in their Pizza.

[@degenwow]

"So Crunchy!"

[@flat-earther]

percival I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@harveypost7799]

Roger retiring his body like mine little worn out...years they pass...its a bummer not to walk as a young man..attack the bath tub from ur side,lift leg backwards at knee over rim.thin bungee cords for shoes and a mother of all shoe horns 24" and the squeeze handle picker upper font hav to curse when something falls on floor.

[@Strato50]

Pizza City YAY!!!

[@gangisspawn1]

I wonder what people will think of new houses today in 300 years *thought bubble...* "Greetings Xandar, what you have here was known colloquially as a "cookie cutter" home. "How strange! Why that name?" "Well at that time they actually designed their homes in the shape of a device used to cut cookie, which were a kind of sweetened biscuit." "Wow! That was before sugar was outlawed in 2078. I've read about that!" "Yes they lived very differently. Oh look at this! This flooring was called beige tile, it gave the appearance of being clean without actually being clean. Infact the entire home would be beige to hide dirt." "So people didn't clean their homes then, they just hid the dirt?" "Precisely Xandar. You have to remember it was a primitive time."

[@flat-earther]

Haha BTW G I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@RegulareoldNorseBoy]

What is that guitar song playing ?? So souding

[@flat-earther]

Martin I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@MESTER47]

Its sad they havent cleaned properly the other part of the oven.

[@flat-earther]

factory I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@RabbitsInBlack]

Notice it must be hotter than hell in that house. All of them are red and sweaty.

[@ericmcginnis9413]

Great restoration of the old time oven however I would have liked to have seen the plaster repaired as well! While no the subject it sure would have been nice to use the fire brick but of coarse it would have looked funny and would not be authentic or time period!!! Great job!!!

[@flat-earther]

Eric I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@NewHomeKnowItAll]

Love historical homes... if you looking for New Homes check us out.

[@flat-earther]

know it all I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@harveypost7799]

Ben Franklin invented cast iron wood stove..

[@flat-earther]

Harvey I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@youdjparents]

where are the colonial bees

[@Guardducks]

I get the first pizza and no mushrooms.

[@flat-earther]

duck I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@hotboiorlando]

y didnt u fix the rest of the missing cement in those cracks

[@flat-earther]

hotboiorlando I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@hotboiorlando]

@@flat-earther no thanks

[@bruceleehee9267]

The owner tho. Some tech millionaire that can’t even chop wood 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@FredMcIntyre]

😃👍🏻🔥🍕👊🏻

[@flat-earther]

Fred I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@dalesworld1308]

Homeowner says "we want it to be practical" about a beehive oven.

[@flat-earther]

dalesworld I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@jimkellt5358]

“The hole is too small in the front to work through, so I’m gonna make an even smaller hole in the side.”

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

Jim kellt 😂🤣

[@Engineer9736]

It’s because the new hole is closer to the repair to be done, boomer

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

b8e71fcbe2e195c67d8d16734013d20f I bet you have no idea what a boomer actually is. Most over used out of context word of 2019.

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

b8e71fcbe2e195c67d8d16734013d20f also. You entire channel is a boomer playing the organ.🤣😂 wtf

[@Engineer9736]

matanuska high boomer

[@microphonixvirtualstudio1634]

I wish this old house house would get rid of this advertiser!

[@flat-earther]

Virtual I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@moonlightfordf1005]

This guy thinks he invented morta!

[@JayCWhiteCloud]

Everything...NOT TO DO...to historic ovens...another TOH disaster...!!!

[@afternaphair]

Gots wait 28 days!?!??!!?? Geez

[@HollywoodCreeper]

I think that is pretty easy. The repair was the hard part.

[@flat-earther]

Jerry I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.

[@stiggy60426]

No way in hell I'd live in a 300year old house, am I the only one who thinks it's a bit creepy?

[@flat-earther]

Stig I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. I got it in my about tab.