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Life-Changing Tips for a More Organized Home
From your entryway to your bathroom to your bedroom, this guide presents over 30 tips from experts on how to keep your home organized.
28 Small Steps to Big Savings
Make bank with these nifty, thrifty around-the-house tips
What To Put on Icy Steps, Stairs, and Walkways in the Winter
Prevent slippery surfaces in winter with four chemical-free products for your icy walkways, sidewalks, stoops, and garages.
S36 E9: Colonial Roots
This Old House kicks off the second project of their 35th Anniversary Season: an addition to a 1966 Colonial Revival in historic Lexington, Mass. which extends back to the American Revolution.
S13 E9: Hydroponic Garden, New Spigot
Roger helps a homeowner build a hydroponic garden. The guys ask "What Is It?" Richard helps a homeowner install a hot and cold water outdoor faucet.
All About Wood Countertops and How to Choose the Right Kind
From types of wood to maintenance, our experts help you decide what’s the best choice for your wood kitchen countertop.
6 Fast Fixes for January
Get ahead of household problems for the new year with these easy upgrades
Find Inspiration in Holiday Decorations From Historic Houses
Recreate some of these period-perfect festive looks to fit your home and style
Everything You Need to Know to Make an Easy DIY Rope Ottoman
Want to make your own custom ottoman? Here's how to take an old tire, some rope, and plywood and turn it into a stylish centerpiece.
Use Wine Crates for Wall Storage
In this guide, we'll discuss how to source, prepare, and install wine crates as wall storage along with ways to tailor and use them.
Build a Dresser From Stacked Drawers
Put odd drawers to use in a whimsical piece of storage furniture
Save This Old House: New York Queen Anne
Invest in an early Sears kit house with charming original details
How to Make an Evergreen Wreath
Follow these easy instructions to make a seasonal wreath with magnolia leaves, juniper, and pine
Deck Your Doors With Easy DIY Wreaths
Hit the home center, the craft store—or even your recycling bin—to make inspiring wreaths that don't require a fat wallet
The Complete Guide to Making a Stylish Grapevine Wreath
Learn how to make a colorful winter wreath from dried flowers and fruit in a few easy steps from Flower Girl NYC's Denise Porcaro.
Charlestown 2014 House, After: Worth the Wait
Patience, vision, and very fortunate timing all played a role in bringing an 1850 brick rowhouse back from the brink in the current TOH TV project
A 1940s House Makes a Fresh Start
A simple plan to create attic play space spurs a surprising new look throughout this brick house
An Ingenious Solution to an Age-Old Shower-Door Problem
You'll wonder how you lived without this innovative bath and shower threshold
The Lexington Colonial House: Before
For the 35th anniversary season, the This Old House TV crew is tackling its youngest house yet: a 1966 Garrison Colonial in the Boston suburb of Lexington
S36 E8: A Rowhouse Reimagined
Kevin tests the new electronics. Richard shows Angela the induction stove. Norm sees the mechanical room and the changes to the guest room, bath, and living room. Kevin checks out the outdoor kitchen.
S13 E8: Beekeeping, Adding Outlets
Roger follows up with a beekeeper regarding honey harvesting. Kevin, along with Roger, Richard, and Tom ask "What Is It?" Scott Caron adds outlets to a homeowner’s home.
Half Baths Full of Style
In this article, we'll explore various ways to infuse style into your half bath, from eye-catching patterns to clever storage solutions.
S13 E7: Beehive, Track Lights
Roger learns from a beekeeper how to set up a beehive for a homeowner. The guys ask, "What is it?" Scott Caron adds lighting to a dark kitchen without having to run new wiring.
S36 E7: Rowhouse, Lighthouse
Tom builds a hidden door to the basement. A new fence is installed. Richard meets a homeowner turning a lighthouse into a summer home. Norm and Tom restore the old exterior. A marble mantel is fitted.
TLC for Wood Furniture
Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear with these tips