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How To Plant a Tropical Raised Garden
Ask This Old House expert Roger Cook plants an organic tropical garden in raised beds—and fruit trees that will grow well in Hawaii.
Build It | Hawaiian Mango Keepsake Box
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva works with a local woodworker to build a keepsake box out of mango wood.
S38 E25: Going Old School for Tile and Molding
Frank and Tamiko bring in the family to start painting. Tommy repairs decorative molding with a putty knife. The fireplace gets a facelift with a new tile surround.
S15 E25: Rain Garden, Lighting
Jenn plants a rain garden to keep runoff and waste out of marshlands. Scott brightens up a bedroom with new overhead lighting. Tom gives tips on installing cabinets accurately and consistently.
How To Stop Garage Break-Ins by Securing Your Garage
Secure your garage from thieves with our expert tips. Learn about vulnerable areas, upgrade locks, and use smart sensors to protect your home.
Photoshop Redo: Reinventing a Split-Level
Front-facing gables, a mix of siding, and Craftsman-style details make an unremarkable home into a standout
10 Handy Air Conditioning Tips
Beat the heat by having the cleanest, coolest, and most-efficient air conditioner on the block.
What Is It? | Red Handle with Small Teeth
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows a tool with a red handle and small teeth, but What Is It?
How to Locate Cabinet Knobs and Pulls and Install Hardware
Keeping consistency among your kitchen's many cabinet pulls and knobs can be a challenge. Learn how to locate and install cabinet hardware with precision in our step-by-step guide.
How To Add Overhead Lighting to a Bedroom
Need to brighten up a dark bedroom? Our guide walks you through adding new overhead lighting to enhance your room's atmosphere.
How to be Prepared for Your First Day on the Job Site
This post originally appeared at Tradehounds.com
Green-Collar Job Opportunities for Blue-Collar Workers
This post originally appeared at Tradehounds.com Green is the new blue! While traditional blue-collar jobs have not all completely gone the way of the dinosaurs just yet, modernization and changes in the global marketplace have caused many trade jobs from the manufacturing-heavy industries of the 20th century to a focus on the environmental, "green" economy.
DIY Pathways and Patios: A Comprehensive Guide
Update your patio, build a new walkway, or install a fire pit to ensure your yard is perfect for summer.
S15 E24: Cedar Planter, 3D Scan
Tom and Kevin create a planter box in Build It. Ross Trethewey features a tablet attachment that makes 3D scans of home interiors in Future House. Scott explains the need for surge protection.
S38 E24: Stained Glass Revival
The restored leaded glass bay windows are installed. A heated floor and tile go down in the kitchen. Kevin and Roger explore urban farming in Detroit.
Welcoming Front Porch for $286
A little paint and some seating transform a neglected entry area into a charming outdoor room
Newton Generation NEXT House
Eight apprentices in our Generation NEXT program will work alongside the TOH master crew to help expand and restore this 1879 New England home. Check local listings to find TOH TV near you
Before and After: Vintage Master Bath
An all-new master bath preserves the vintage appeal of a 109-year-old house
Future House | 3D Scanning Tool for Tablets
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey tests out a 3D scanning tool that attaches to tablets and can quickly measure rooms
The Importance of Surge Protection
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how surge protection safeguards a home’s appliances and electronics.
Build It | Cedar Deck Box Planter
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a deck box planter using western red cedar.
How to Build a Cedar Planter Box
A freestanding DIY cedar planter box will dress up any patio or deck. Learn how to build one from This Old House's Tom Silva.
S15 E23: Primer, Pipes, Heat
Richard uses cameras to locate a drain problem. Scott warms up a chilly bathroom, installing an electric convection heater. Mauro demonstrates a masking primer that leaves clean lines on a window.
S38 E23: A Mason Steps Up
Tommy uses a clever fix for some damaged oak flooring. Mark McCullough repairs the front steps. Kevin heads to a famous Detroit ceramic studio to see how they’ve been making tile for a century.
How to Build a Fire Pit Patio
On their own, handsome stone pavers expand a home’s entertaining space, but add a fire pit and your yard becomes a destination