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Here’s how to make a cat tower at home out of wood and PVC pipe to give your cat space to climb, play, and scratch.

This Old House is seeking engaging homeowners with old houses in need of renovation for upcoming seasons of the show.

Read This Guide to Understand the Difference Between Suspended and Surface-Mounted Drop Ceilings, How to Install Them, and More.

Need more storage? Here’s how to use the area under your deck to create additional storage space for all kinds of items.

Go beyond the weekly dust swipe-and-sweep and gear up for what pros call a "deep cleaning." Read our tips for deep cleaning your living room, bathroom, kitchen and laundry appliances.

Backsplashes are the decorative focal point of your kitchen. From ceramic tile to wood, here are the best backsplash materials to choose from.

Removing carpet from stairs can be done over the weekend, without hiring a pro. Here's the best method for carpet removal on your staircase.

Bathrooms are constantly exposed to water and humidity, so selecting a moisture-resistant paint is crucial.

Need to know what's the best type of flooring for your bathroom? Consider ceramic, vinyl, cork, and concrete, to name a few.

Instead of tossing your wood ash, read these tips for what to do with fireplace ashes in your home and garden.

This Old House master carpenter, Norm Abram, explains the benefits of fire-rated 5/8-inch drywall and if it's worth it for residential homes.

Does it make sense to insulate your basement ceiling? Our guide includes tips and instructions on how to insulate a basement ceiling.

Is your wiring more than 20 years old? Here's how to safely upgrade your GFCI outlets and ensure compliance with local code requirements.

Turn unused spaces into valuable rooms with 18 creative solutions for enhancing your home's functionality and style.

Sawdust left over from woodworking projects? Repurpose it with these ideas for alternative uses for sawdust.

Learn 10 creative uses for magnets in everyday tasks and throughout your home, from the kitchen to the yard.

Want to give your closet a refresh? Here's what you need to consider, including clever storage, DIY shelves, and the best accessories.

Awnings reduce sunlight, protect patio furniture, and make outdoor living more enjoyable. Let’s take a look at the different styles and costs of awnings.

Explore every inch of our 2019 Idea House in New Canaan, CT! Pan around the 360-degree virtual experience—walk around and tap your screen or click your mouse on the hot spots to learn more about the products and materials we used to bring this historic beauty back to life. 3D Tour: Pat Durkin/Rhode Island 3D Virtual Tours

Our 2019 Idea House features five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms—and plenty of design inspiration and ideas.

Read our tips on garden design, hardscaping, lighting, and more to jumpstart your landscaping project and elevate your outdoor space.

By ditching grass in favor of these five options, homeowners can create more environmentally friendly landscapes that require less yardwork.

As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads in the United States, there are several ways to prepare your home during the outbreak.

Identify, treat, and prevent basement mold with expert advice from This Old House.