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S16 E23: Paint Stripping, Fridge Hookup
Mauro travels to Sacramento to show a homeowner the safe way to strip paint; Tom explains basic chiseling techniques; Richard helps a special homeowner hook up her refrigerator with an ice maker.
Power Up Your Compost
If you slacked on tending your compost pile this winter, it’s time to get it back into action. Give it a bit more attention now, and your garden will thank you later
This Old House Goes to Washington, D.C.
TOH took part in a bipartisan event addressing the skills gap in the U.S.—and TOH Insiders were there!
1930s House Remodel: One of a Kind
Used to designing for a fast sale, a real estate pro ignores the rules and remakes a 1930 house to fit his family—and reflect his unique personal style
How to Safely Strip Paint from Woodwork
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique travels to Sacramento to show a homeowner the safe way to strip paint
How to Install and Connect an Ice Maker Like a Pro
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a special homeowner hook up her refrigerator with an ice maker
Getting Started With a Chisel
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains various types of chisels and techniques to help you get the job done right.
Colorful Garden Remodel
A California couple romance their compact property by carving out colorful garden rooms with plenty of guest-ready seating
IKEA’s Fix and Finish Pantry Makeover | After
TOH’s pro design and building team partner up with a suburban family to renovate their challenging pantry space A Fix & Finish Project, Presented by IKEA
IKEA’s Fix and Finish Pantry Makeover | Before
TOH’s pro design and building team partner up with a suburban family to renovate their challenging pantry space A Fix & Finish Project, Presented by IKEA
S39 E22: Rough Plumbing
Richard works on plumbing at the Elliotborough house while Kevin meets a kitchen designer. The porch gets assessed. A floor goes down at the single house. Tommy and Mark snake wires through a wall.
S16 E22: Gutterless Gutters, Desert Plan
Tom installs an alternative to a traditional gutter; Ross and Richard update Kevin on a Future House technology; Jenn heads to Phoenix to recreate the desert in a homeowner’s front yard.
Charleston Single House | 360-degree Interactive Tour
Explore the project house from every angle with our virtual tour that takes you through every room with details you've never seen before.
10 Cedar Projects That Will Enhance Your Outdoor Space
You can create your very own outdoor sanctuary by building decks or furniture with cedar. Read our guide for more rustic ideas.
How To Create a Desert Landscape
Ask This Old House landscape designer Jenn Nawada heads to Phoenix to recreate the desert in a homeowner’s front yard.
Future House | Energy Monitor Update
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey update host Kevin O’Connor on a Future House technology
How To Install an Alternative to Gutters
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a gutter alternative where a traditional gutter does not work—and tells us how to do it.
Charleston Single House: Past Meets Present
With the historical fabric of TOH TV’s latest project house restored, a modern aesthetic reinvents the interior, making the most of the original building materials
Tips for Using Stone Wool Insulation
It’s efficient, easy to install, and incredibly effective; hear what Tom Silva has to say about this versatile insulation product.
Ask This Old House Know-How: All About Stone Wool Insulation
TOH affiliate Nick Schiffer discusses the benefits of mineral wool insulation
S39 E21: Good Wood
Kevin meets a lumberjack. Tommy watches how pipes are disguised, and Richard seeks out places for HVAC equipment. Kevin learns about Single Houses. A crepe myrtle gets pruned and Tommy talks termites.
S16 E21: Paint Door, Wood Joints
Mauro teaches a homeowner how to paint a metal door; Mark explains how to match mortar for repointing jobs; Tom teaches Austin how to make different wood joints by building simple utility boxes.
Fire Pit Kits Shopping Guide
Learn how to make a fire pit of your own, packed conveniently into a handy kit.
Best Air Purifiers to Get You Through Allergy Season
Some people love the warm weather that comes with spring. But allergy sufferers dread this time of year. Here are a few doctor-approved home air purifiers to help you through the season
How an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) Works
Learn how an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) works and the benefits it provides in this guide and video featuring Richard Trethewey.