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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Strainer

Ask This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey finds a rusty sink strainer in the kitchen and shows a homeowner how to replace it.
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Understanding the Dangers of Home Fires

Watch as Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor visits Underwriters Laboratories to see first-hand how dangerous fires can be.
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What Is It? | Gray Rubber Handle

The guys from Ask This Old House find a gray, rubber handle in the loft and ask, "What is it?"
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S15 E1: Windows, Robotic Mower

In the premiere of the 15th season, Tom replaces sash balancers on an antique window. Roger and Kevin check out the benefits of a robotic lawnmower. And Richard talks about treating water with lead.
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S38 E1: Arts and Crafts Class Begins

Kevin, Norm, Roger, Richard, and Tommy are back in Arlington—this time at an early English-style Arts and Crafts house built in 1909.
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Butterfly Hinges Perfect for Cabinet Upgrades

Try these symmetrical, surface-mount hinges on inset cabinet doors in need of a style metamorphosis
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How To Install and Maintain a Robotic Lawn Mower

Watch as Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and host Kevin O’Connor set up a robotic lawn mower.
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How To Treat Water with Lead to Keep Your Drinking Water Safe

Watch as plumbing expert Richard Trethewey explains why lead may contaminate home drinking water and the best methods to combat it.
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How To Replace Antique Window Sash Balancers

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner give his antique window a lift by installing new sash balancers.
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Arlington Arts & Crafts

An Arts and Crafts Storybook House
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All About Glass Mosaic Tile

With more shapes, shades, and finishes available than ever before, this glamorous, light-catching cousin to ceramic can transform any space
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The Arlington Arts & Craft Project: Before

The new season of TOH TV shows that patience pays off features for an Arts and Crafts sleeper
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Smart Ideas for Built-in Efficiency Around the Home

TOH’s 2016 Idea House uses a variety of built-in storage options
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Sneak Peek | The 37th Season of This Old House

Host Kevin O’Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, master carpenter Norm Abram, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, and landscape contractor Roger Cook start off the 37th Season of This Old House by restoring a home in a dense suburban neighborhood in Arlington, Massachusetts where they will tackle everything, from the fieldstone foundation to the top of the chimney and more. Homeowners Emily and Nick are committed to preserving the property’s 1909 Arts and Crafts detailing, both inside and out, while adding their own style. The Arlington project will feature 16 all-new episodes, as the team brings back the home’s traditional aesthetics while also updating and moving the kitchen and bathrooms, and adding a master suite and home office. Landscaping projects abound. Next, watch a Sneak Peek of Season 15 of Ask This Old House.
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Graceful Rejuvenation for a Water-Damaged Living Room

An interior nearly untouched since 1944 is our top living area pick—and recipient of a $1,000 Delta prize—in our 2016 Reader Remodel Contest
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Everything You Need to Know about Heat Pump Water Heaters

Heat pumps water heaters provide better energy efficiency than traditional water heaters, helping you lower your energy bills. Read on to learn more.
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What Is It? | Cylinder with an O-Ring

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows off the newest attempt to improve a century-old device
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets & More

Transform the look of your cupboards with the right prep, primer, cabinet paint and bright ideas—on a budget.
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A Shipshape Makeover for a 1903 Cottage

A 1903 cottage gets a neat-and-trim makeover inspired by its bayside location
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Kitchen and Bath Updates That Improve Efficiency

Carve out more space for competing morning schedules with these easy additions to your home's kitchen and bathrooms.
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What Is It? | Orange Tool with Rollers

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook rolls in a puzzling new tool
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What Is It? | Orange Plastic Cross

This Old House host Kevin O’Connor gets choked up and baffles the crew
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What Is It? | Large Metal Hooks

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook sets the hook and stumps the crew
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How To Choose the Perfect Countertop for Your Home

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner select the perfect new countertop for their home.
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What Is It? | Red Plastic Ball

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares some fruit with the guys, sort of