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Meet the Westerly Apprentices | Insider Sneak Peek
Meet the TOH apprentices working on the Westerly project, Katherine, Ryan, and De’Shaun!
How to Reconnect a Radiator
A homeowner’s radiator sprung away from the pipe when he tried to replace the valve, so Ask This Old House plumbing and HVAC expert Richard Trethewey heads to his house to help him reconnect it
How To Brick Veneer a Fireplace
In this DIY Smarts project, Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough replaces a homeowner’s fireplace surround with thin brick veneer.
Roofing Innovations | 2019 Idea House
In historic renovations, products need to look the part, but they also need to perform to the highest standards. Learn more about the innovative roofing materials that we selected to restore our 2019 Idea House | New Canaan, Connecticut—and protect it from the elements for many years to come.
Two Kitchens: Twice as Nice! | 2019 Idea House
For those with a passion for cooking and entertaining, the dual kitchens of the TOH 2019 Idea House must be checked out
Living & Entertaining Spaces | 2019 Idea House
There’s plenty of room for family and friends at the TOH 2019 Idea House; check out these charming spaces for unwinding and entertaining
Décor & Design Takeaways | 2019 Idea House
Dive into the decorative elements that made the TOH 2019 Idea House a home
Cocktail Gardens | Insider Sneak Peek
Jenn and Kevin talk about the fun ways to incorporate edible garden herbs into homemade cocktails.
The Suite Life: Beds & Baths | 2019 Idea House
Our 2019 Idea House features five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms—and plenty of design inspiration and ideas
S18 E2: Nursery Paint, Record Stand
Mauro paints a nursery; Richard tests a new dryer; Tom and Kevin build a record stand.
S41 E2: Chimney Down and Walls Up
At the old Westerly Ranch House, the roof was disassembled to add a new level, but the original chimney is going to be in the way of the open floor plan concept on the first floor.
Sleek Revival | 2019 Idea House
Welcome to our 2019 Idea House, a stately circa-1840 home, located in New Canaan, CT, that’s been rebuilt and reimagined for modern family life
High-Style, Hardworking Spaces | 2019 Idea House
Who says hardworking spaces should be hidden behind closed doors? At the 2019 Idea House, we’ve packed high-functioning spaces with lots of stylish ideas, and they’re meant to be seen
Build It | Record Player Stand
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a record player stand out of oak plywood
Finishing Touches With Tile | 2019 Idea House
Here's a peek at the unique tile selections of the TOH 2019 Idea House
Let There Be Light | Skylights of the TOH 2019 Idea House
Check out the beautiful (and brainy) skylights of the TOH 2019 Idea House
How to Paint a Pleasant Nursery: A Step by Step Guide
Ask This Old House painting expert Mauro Henrique helps an expecting homeowner create a warm and cozy nursery using zero VOC paint
How a Heat Pump Clothes Dryer Works
Ask This Old House plumbing and HVAC expert Richard Trethewey tests out a new dryer in our DIY Smarts series that uses a heat pump to dry the clothes.
How a Heat Pump Works
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey instructs Kevin O’Connor on the basic principles of how a heat pump works
S41 E1: A Ranch Out Westerly
The new season kicks off with a ranch house in Westerly, RI. Inside, Tom and Kevin tour the house and admire the knotty pine paneling
S18 E1: Sliding Barn Door, Dry Well
Nathan installs a barn door; Tom compares roofing materials; Mark installs a dry well
Healthier Indoor Air | 2019 Idea House
Learn about ventilation solutions that create better indoor air quality and a healthier indoor environment.
How to Build a Simple Dry Well in 16 Easy to Follow Steps
Ask This Old House expert mason Mark McCullough builds a dry well for a homeowner with unresolved drainage issues in his backyard.
How to Protect Solar Panels from Pests
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey explains the culprit behind damaged solar panels and how to prevent future damage
A Guide to Roofing Materials and Which Ones are Right for You
Read about how different roofing materials compare to each other when it comes to cost, durability, and other factors. Our guide covers tile, slate, metal, and more.