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Comprehensive Guide to Building a Flat Roof for a Home

Flat roofs differ from traditional gabled roofs. Follow these steps to keep you on track with your roof-building project.
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The Newton Generation NEXT House: Project Preview

After more than 15 years away, homeowner Liz McQuillan Delfino is teaming up with TOH to get the house she grew up in ready for her own family, complete with an in-law suite to welcome extended visits from the grandparents. New episodes start October 6th. Check local listings
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8 Concrete DIYs to Try

Versatile, affordable, easy to work with—concrete can be a DIYers best friend. From maintenance and repair to decorative elements, here are a few projects that anyone can do, quickly and confidently, with a bag of concrete and a bit of creativity.
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Idea House 2017 | Multi-Tasking Mudroom/Laundry

See how the combination laundry, mudroom and pet-washing station at the TOH 2017 Idea House perfectly combines efficiency and style.
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Save This Old House: Tudor Revival in Milwaukee

Pick up this property for just $28,500 and become an old house-saving superhero!
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Ask This Old House Know-How: DIY Dimmers

Master Electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how to upgrade to a wireless dimming system to easily adjust lighting schemes throughout the home by remote control
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How To Improve Attic Ventilation

Learn how to identify when your attic doesn't have proper airflow and how to improve attic ventilation in our guide.
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Idea House 2017 | Smart Home Solutions

Simple to use, easy to install, and value enhancing—check out the innovative smart systems at the TOH Beach House
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The Apprentice Diaries | Episode 3

Apprentices Nathan, Bailey, and Austin look back on the lessons learned during their summer working with the This Old House crew. Find all episodes here
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Idea House 2017 | All About Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF)

Cranking up the comfort in the TOH 2017 Idea House
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Idea House 2017 | Ground-Floor Living

A multigenerational home, the Beach House was designed in such a way that all the living could happen on the first floor. In addition to the first-floor master suite and ground-level laundry room, there are many thoughtful aging-in-place design features. Let us show you around.
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Idea House 2017 | The Reveal

An update of a classic seaside architectural style, our Rhode Island Beach House is built for easy living, with a flexible layout that can welcome multiple generations. Read on for more information about the house and links to photo galleries
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Idea House 2017 | Coastal Colors

Interior Designer Denise Enright discusses the coastal-inspired palette of the Rhode Island Beach House
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Idea House 2017 | Beach House Tour

Inside and out, and throughout every floor—take a complete tour of the TOH Idea House, with builder Jeff Sweenor
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Idea House 2017 | Beds of the Beach House

The TOH 2017 Idea House features three unique bedrooms–so naturally, it needed three unique beds!
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Idea House 2017 | 360° Interactive Video Tour

Take a 3D virtual stroll through the TOH Beach House at East Matunuck, Rhode Island!
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Turn a Closet Into an Office Nook

Transform an unused hall closet into an organized home office
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Add Wine Storage Under the Stairs

Use dead space under a stair case to keep wine at the ready
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Idea House 2017 | The Bunk Room

With seaworthy style, built-in bunks, and a suspended swing chair, the third floor bunk room at the TOH Beach House is sure to be a favorite with younger guests. Come on up, and take a look around! Update: This room is a winner of the National Association of Home Builders Design Committee's Best in American Living™ Awards! Congratulations to the Idea House 2017 team!
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Stick-on Style

If you’ve got a space that needs a quick makeover, there’s a growing array of innovative stick-on wall decor and window treatments that offer major visual impact in minimal time—no commitment needed
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Idea House 2017 | The Game Room

Part game room, part gathering place: welcome to the most entertaining room in the house
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Idea House 2017 | Second Floor Tour

Heading upstairs, visitors will find an open, airy common space that branches off into two distinct guest bedrooms, and a shared bath with laundry en suite
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Idea House 2017 | Outdoor Living Reveal

The TOH Beach House features multiple spaces for outdoor living, each with its own distinct look and all easily accessed from inside. With plenty of colorful, coastal-inspired furnishings and accessories, we’ve created unique spaces from the front porch to the backyard, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and dining. Let’s take a stroll
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Boost Your Cleaning Power

There’s no denying that power tools get fix-ups done faster than you could by hand. So why not use that same juice to rev up your household tasks? Here, five supercharged power tool cleaning life hacks
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How To Hang Something Heavy On a Wall

Want to hang a heavy mirror, shelves, or cabinets? Follow this step-by-step guide to help you safely and securely mount anything on a wall.