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S15 E8: Laundry, Table Saw
Richard travels to Seattle to help a couple choose and install laundry appliances. Tom shows Kevin new table saw technology. And Scott repairs a three-way switch.
How to Diagnose and Repair Three-Way Switch Problems
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron diagnoses a three-way switch issue and fixes the problem.
Testing New Table Saw Technology
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor look at new type of table saw with smartphone technology.
How To Choose and Install Laundry Appliances for Your Home
Find out everything you need to know about choosing and setting up the best laundry appliances for your home.
Choosing and Installing a Shower Stall
The bathroom starts to take shape with the easy installation of a Sterling shower stall and new tile floor.
S15 E7: Robotic Wall, Bench
Ross Trethewey helps build a robotic wall that could be the key to tight spaces in urban living. Tom and Kevin use reclaimed pine heart wood to create a bench with a historic theme in Build It.
S38 E7: To Paint or Not to Paint
A custom range hood. The original chimney is demo’ed and Mark McCullough builds a new one. Family room, tile and wood paneling design choices. A new slab floor is coated with a speckled epoxy.
Articulating Library Lights
Use hardworking sconces to illuminate a reading nook, sink wall, fireplace mantel, or any other place you want to brighten in style
What You Need to Know to Restore a Butcher-Block Countertop
When wood counters lose their good looks, here’s how to make them beautiful again and keep them looking that way.
How To Build and Preserve a Reclaimed Heart Pine Bench
Add sturdiness and stylishness to your home by building your own reclaimed heart pine bench. Our step-by-step guide will lead you through the process.
Future House | How To Install a Robotic Wall
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey helps install a robotic wall to maximize space for a small, urban apartment in Future House.
Lush Life in a California Garden
An artful mix of curved terraces, vibrant flowers, and luxuriant succulents transforms a challenging backyard
S38 E6: One Brick at a Time
Starting a new chimney. A 100-year-old brick factory. Designing the kitchen of the homeowner’s dreams. Tommy changes the pitch of the two back dormers to match the pitch of the new gable.
S15 E6: Room Zones, Wall Patch
Richard learns about a way to heat and cool a house using a new room-by-room ventilation system. The guys ask, "What is it?" And Tom explains the best ways to patch a small hole in the wall.
What Is It? | Motorized Plastic Cylinder
The guys from Ask This Old House look at a motorized, plastic cylinder and ask, "What is it?"
23 Things You Didn't Know You Could Fix Yourself
Expand your DIY repertoire and save money by making bathroom, kitchen, and outdoor repairs yourself. Here are 20+ easy fixes you can make.
How To Patch and Repair Holes in Your Drywall or Plaster
Do you have damaged drywall or plaster? Follow these expert tips and step-by-step instructions to repair holes in your wall.
How to Install Room-By-Room Zoning in an HVAC System
Ask This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey learns about an HVAC system that allows each room to be zoned out using smartphone technology.
Small Evergreens, Big Impact
Combine dwarf conifers in pots for a fresh look—and year-round color
From Cramped Bath to Relaxing Retreat
A shed dormer bumpout creates more breathing room in a tight, low-ceilinged bath
All About Ceiling Fans
These air movers keep you cool and look cool doing it. Here’s how to choose a model that’s right for your space
Designing a Craft Room for $397
This budget redo by Rachel Beach of Craving Some Creativity uses Craigslist cabinets, recycled countertops, and a wall of DIY storage to turn a spare room into a well-organized workspace.
How To Replace and Maintain a Broken Front Porch Board
Homeowners can easily replace broken floorboards on their front porches to keep themselves safe. Learn how to complete the project in our step-by-step guide.
How to Identify and Treat Soft Water
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey answers an email about a shower stained green and why it may be linked to soft water
How to Conceal Electrical Wires with Crown Molding
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron uses crown molding to conceal wiring and bring more electrical outlets to a bedroom.