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What Is It? | Yellow Plastic Clip with Blue Tips
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a yellow plastic object with blue tips- but What Is It?
How to Install an Outdoor Faucet for Hot or Cold Water
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner add an outdoor faucet with both hot and cold water.
How to Repair Rising Deck Boards
Your deck boards may start rising or lifting out of place as your home ages. Learn how to correct this and make your deck look brand new in our step by step guide.
How to Install a Self-Watering Garden
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner in Orlando how to plant a low-maintenance vegetable garden using hydroponics.
Brookline Mid-century Modern House
This Old House modernizes a mid-century home in the suburbs of Boston
Everything You Should Do Before You Leave for Vacation
Learn how to protect your home from intruders, pests, and other pitfalls while you're away on vacation with our step-by-step guide.
Why More Pets Go Missing on July 4th Than Any Other Day of the Year
Prep your dog for noisy fireworks on Independence Day
Are You Ever Too Old to Get a Mortgage?
If you’re buying or refinancing, the answer may surprise you
What Is It? | Black Circle with Electrical Cord
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows a black circle with an electrical cord- but What Is It?
How To Replace a Lawn With Shade Perennials
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook offers alternatives to grass in a shady spot, including perennials, ferns, and more.
How To Hang a Heavy Mirror on Masonry
In this guide, Ask This Old House contractor Tom Silva explains how to hang a large mirror on a masonry surface like brick or stone.
How to Install a Natural Gas Grill
Ask This Old House heating and plumbing expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner install a natural gas line to fire up his backyard barbecue grill
Charleston-Elliotborough House | Reclaiming Her Past
This Old House teams up with a second Charleston homeowner to revive a dilapidated but memory-filled Victorian-era house where her grandparents once lived
Creating a Comfortable Home as You Age
This post originally appeared at mykukun.com
Adirondack Chair Shopping Guide
A few quick picks (all made of wood) if you're looking to add some outdoor seating this summer
A Modern Home for Lovers of the Great Outdoors
With its low-slung lines, streamlined interior, and openness to the outdoors, a refreshed 1955 house fully embraces its environs
Replacement Windows Done Right
Replacement windows are a great option for anyone who wants to upgrade their home to be more energy efficient at a lower cost.
Building a Deck? Read This!
Whether you're a skilled DIYer or plan to hire a pro, our expert tips will help you plan smart for a deck that fits your wallet, and your family's lifestyle
Redoing a Bedroom? Our Guide Covers Everything to Know
Planning a bedroom makeover? Our guide covers everything you need to know, from budgeting and design tips to DIY hacks and expert insights.
Insiders Visit the Ask This Old House Workshop
A group of lucky TOH Insiders got to check out the workshop, meet Tommy and Kevin, and much more!
Add a Drainage System Under Raised Decks
Learn how to keep the area under a raised deck dry for storage or added living space.
Top 3 Bathroom Design Ideas and Trends
A gut renovation is an ideal time to add a splurge-worthy feature to your bath. Here’s what you need to know if you want to add a freestanding tub, floating vanity, or curbless shower
Mid-century Mastery House Tour
A free-flowing 1959 house with a lofty interior rises to the next level in the hands of two detail-obsessed owners