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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

Street-Side Gardens: Inspirational, Lawnless Front Yards

Where space is tight and lawn’s a yawn, street-side gardens are growing lush with specimen trees, showy shrubs, bold foliage, and riotous blooms. Check out the curbside plant life here—it might just inspire a front-yard makeover of your own

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

A Letter from Roger Cook

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

Redoing Your Bathroom? Read This!

If you're looking to beautify your bath, check out our expert tips for all budget levels, from modest makeover to major remodel

See the Winners of the 2018 Tommy Awards

Competition was intense, but these TOH Insiders' projects were recognized as the best of the best

Spend Smart Strategies for a Perfect Kitchen Remodel

Before you embark on your remodel, check out our list of spend-smart strategies to get the kitchen you covet—within your budget.

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Installing Superior Walls® Xi Plus™ | 2018 Idea House

Learn more about the precast panels being used in our 2018 Narragansett Idea House. Brought to you by Superior Walls

How to Paint Geometric Patterns on Walls

Our experts teach you how to enhance your wall with just a roll of painter’s tape, a mind for shapes, and a few quarts of color.

S39 E26: Singular Single House

The iron gate is fitted at the Charleston Single House. Kevin, Tom, and Richard tour the renovations. Richard visits the Elliotborough project for updates. The completion of the project is celebrated.

S16 E26: Net Zero Community, Live Edge

Ross visits a community that plans to have all net zero energy housing; Richard demonstrates the uses of less common wrenches; Tom and Kevin build a console table using a maple slab with a live edge.

This Old House Heads to Washington D.C. to Talk to Legislators About the Skills Gap

This Old House joined a bipartisan panel to advance the dialogue around the existing skills gap in America. Here, they're speaking with Senator Chris Coons (D-DE), the Co-Chair of the Senate Competitiveness Caucus, about TOH's apprentice program Generation Next