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How to Upgrade a Bathroom Vanity
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a vanity for homeowners who gave up on it seven years ago.
Towel Rings
Add an element of style to any bath with an accessory that takes up minimal space while allowing you to hang a hand towel right where you need it
S6 E5: Trundle Bed
A useful space-saving piece of furniture, Norm builds a trundle bed where the top bed is low enough for kids to climb onto easily, while the trundle rolls out smoothly on casters
Interior Wall Paneling: A Guide to Wood Clad Options
From shiplap to salvaged barn board wood, interior wall cladding is making a comeback in home decor. Here is a detailed list of design ideas.
S39 E12: Salvage Helps the Bottom Line
Norm fits an old door. Roger sees a premade stone wall installed in sections. Kevin visits a career day for the trades. Twin built-in beds are made in Rhode Island. Tommy reinstalls a corner cabinet.
S16 E12: Dutch Door, Landscape Checkers
Richard shows Kevin the proper way to ventilate a sink; Tom converts a regular door into a Dutch door; Jenn updates a landscape by moving around, dividing, and pruning the current plants in the yard.
The Anatomy of a Kitchen Faucet
Get to know one of the most-used pieces of your kitchen
Sneak Peek: Next Season/Jamestown, RI
Get a really early look at one of next season’s projects
Behind the Scenes: Newton - Maximizing Shelf Space
A small pantry gets a big boost from clever planning
Winners: Insiders at the Newton Wrap Party!
Eight lucky Insiders get an up-close look at the Newton house
How To Install a Dog Door
Give your pet the freedom to come and go whenever it wishes by installing a dog door kit.
Before and After Kids’ Bath: Room to Grow
An architect lets his house’s period style influence design choices for the kids’ bath, with a surprise twist overhead
How To Choose Bath Remodel Products and Materials
We help you plan your bathroom renovation with tips for choosing the right tiles, countertops, vanities and lighting for your space.
Bathroom Renovation Checklists
What you need to consider, down to the paint gallons and measurements
How to Revitalize a Landscape for Free
Ask This Old House landscape designer Jenn Nawada updates a landscape by moving around, dividing, and pruning the current plants in the yard.
How To Create a Dutch Door
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva converts a regular door into a Dutch door.
How To Diagnose and Fix a Gurgling Sink
This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey points out common reasons for a noisy sink and how to fix sink gurgling.
Things To Consider Before Remodeling Your Bathroom
In this guide, we provide 11 important tips to consider when remodeling your bathroom, from pipes and wiring, to design, to accessibility.
S16 E11: Tankless Heater, Retaining Wall
Richard installs an instantaneous water heater; Tom demonstrates some techniques for cutting straight edges with a circular saw; Mark rebuilds a retaining wall stacked with the wrong material.
S39 E11: Homeowners Pitch In
At the Newton Project, trim interior columns, stair treads, and stained-glass windows are installed. Kevin tours a flooring factory. Richard teaches a plumbing class.
How To Build a Chippendale Railing
Kevin O’Connor and Jeff Sweenor demonstrate how to assemble and install a Chippendale railing for the Rhode Island Beach House
7 Adorable Chicken Coop Ideas
We've seen quite a few chicken coops in our day. These blogger projects stand the test of time as some of our favorite designs.
How to Install a Tankless Water Heater
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install a tankless water heater.
How To Choose a Straight Edge for a Circular Saw
Struggling to get a straight cut with your circular saw? Tom Silva demonstrates techniques for cutting straight edges with a circular saw.
How To Rebuild a Concrete Block Retaining Wall
Is your retaining wall showing signs of wear and tear? Follow this step-by-step guide to rebuild a retaining wall stronger than ever.