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Build It | How to Build a Shaker Table
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a historic-looking Shaker table
How to Convert a Kerosene Lantern into a Lamp
Master electrician Scott Caron brings electricity to a lantern that used to be lit with kerosene
What Is It | Black Metal Box with Clamp
Ask This Old House Host Kevin O'Connor asks plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, general contractor Tom Silva and landscape contractor Roger Cook to guess what this black metal box with a clamp might be
S37 E2: The Kitchen Came Tumbling Down
Roger saves plants before demolition. Norm tours Belmont's Victorian homes. Tommy provides structural support for open walls. Norm helps repair the window pulley systems. A hidden staircase is found.
S14 E2: Chainsaw, Wire Garage
Roger repairs a large pothole in an asphalt driveway. Scott electrifies an old railroad lantern. Tom and Kevin build a historic-looking Shaker table. And the guys ask "What Is It?"
How to Run Underground Wiring to a Garage
Electrician Scott Caron shows a homeowner how to bring power to a detached garage
How to Prevent Plumbing Sulfur Smells
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey offers remedies to prevent smelly water
How to Quiet Squeaky Carpeted Floors
This Old House general Contractor Tom Silva shows how you can silence those squeaks by using specials screws
A Young Couple Tackles a Forgotten Italianate
Husband-and-wife remodeling newbies learn to tackle everything from roofing to foundation walls while renovating their first home
10 Ways to Warm Up a Nonworking Fireplace
Put this living area focal point to use with these creative ideas for turning a nonworking fireplace into a statement.
How One Family Did a Smart-Home Upgrade
The Johnsons upgraded their home with app-controlled gadgets to make life easier, safer, and cost-effective
How to Smartify Your Home
Better to buy a hub or stand-alone devices? Sign up with the cable company? Get a Wi-Fi dog camera? Find answers to these and other questions in our connected-home guide of picks and expert advice
How To Hack-Proof Your Smart Home
Follow these tips to protect the smart devices in your home.
4 Smart-Home Door Locks
If you've never known life without keys, well, it's a wonderful thing. Indeed, these four smart-home door locks are all about convenience
Creative Halloween Produce-Carving Ideas
Looking for some interesting jack-o-lantern alternatives? There are many other fruits and vegetables you can carve for spooky decor.
Fast Fixes for Floor Scratches
Between footwear, pets, and furniture, wood floors can take a beating. Minimize the signs of wear and tear with these easy repairs.
S14 E1: Classroom Garden
Roger & Jenn build a vegetable garden at a school. Tom installs a whole house fan in LA. Richard explains new water heater regulations.
S37 E1: Dude, Where's My Victorian?
A new project begins in Belmont, MA with a focus on salvage and restoration. The homeowners plan to revive their 1895 Victorian with a new front porch, refurbished windows, and an open kitchen.
How To Choose the Right Glue for Your Project
Learn which types of glue work best on wood, foam, cement, and other materials with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
All About Linoleum Flooring
Switching up your flooring material? You can't go wrong with linoleum, a durable, eco-friendly, and versatile option.
How to Install an Electric Whole-House Fan
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install an energy-efficient whole-house fan
Understanding New Water-Heater Regulations
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains how new energy-saving regulations affect today's water heaters.
How to Install a Raised Vegetable Garden with Arbors
This Old House landscaping contractors Roger Cook and Jenn Nawada help an elementary school build and plant a raised-bed vegetable garden.
9 Easy Updates to a Builder-Grade Bathroom
In this article, we’ll explore nine easy updates that can transform your builder-grade bathroom into a stylish and personalized space.
Hand Planer Guide: Woodworking Types & How To Use Them
Tom Silva looks at different types of hand planes for woodworking projects and explains how to use and sharpen them properly.