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Kitchen Solutions: Considering Cabinets
Kitchen designer Kathy Marshall and TOH host Kevin O'Connor review the options for the dominant fixture in any cookspace
16 Ways to Customize Your Deck
16 upgrades and add-ons to create a more attractive and usable backyard deck
23 Savvy and Inspiring Small Bath Designs
From clever storage to optical illusions, our experts provide 23 small bath design ideas to maximize your room's visual and physical space.
Exterior Wood Staining Made Simple
Learn how to stain exterior wood such as decks and fences the right way for a professional-looking, long-lasting result.
How to Mud and Tape Drywall Corners
Learn how to create perfectly smooth drywall corners with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
Save This Old House: Historic Kentucky Farmhouse
Start your own frontier adventure with this historic house in the Bluegrass State
How to Install a Gas Fireplace Insert
Upgrade your old wood burning fireplace with a more convenient gas fireplace insert.
How To Install a Front-Loading Washer and Dryer
Purchased a new front-loading washer and dryer? They're easy to install. Just follow the steps in this video and guide.
How To Replace a Tile Backsplash
In this guide, This Old House tile contractor Joe Ferrante shows how to install a mosaic-tile backsplash in your home.
How To Install a Front Entry Intercom
Learn how to upgrade to a convenient front door intercom with This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and electrician Scott Matthews.
How To Replace a Pedestal Sink Pop-Up Assembly
Learn how to replace a pedestal sink pop-up assembly with our video and guide.
How To Rejuvenate Your Lawn
Looking to revamp the look of your lawn? Here are some tips from This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How to Grade Around a Foundation and Improve Drainage
Learn how to identify grading issues and methods for fixing grading around a foundation with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How to Choose and Prep a Christmas Tree
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook gives tips for picking the perfect Christmas tree and prepping it for decorations
A Seaside Cottage Looks Small, Lives Large
How to expand a small 1950s home on the water without sacrificing its charm? Raise the ceilings, add on in back, and create more rooms outdoors
How To Repair a Gutter
In this guide and video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows us how to perform several common gutter and downspout repairs.
How to Refinish a Claw-Foot Tub
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to save an old, but elegant, cast-iron bathtub.
A Guide to Flooring Options and Which One is Right for You
There are a number of different flooring options these days, from traditional hardwood to durable linoleum. Which is the best choice for you?
Vintage Cleaning Products
Some vintage cleaning products stood the test of time. In this article, we highlight six tried-and-true cleaning agents still around today.
From Rundown to Down-Home in Nashville
The 12 South neighborhood was once known more for sketchy streets and abandoned buildings than for vintage homes and bustling businesses—until a handful of locals went all-in to create a place they could be proud of
How To Build an Outdoor Dog Bed
A smartly designed outdoor bed is a great place for your pooch to beat the heat. Learn how to build one with PVC pipe and durable fabric.
Flag Hanging Dos and Don'ts: A Comprehensive Guide
Honor Old Glory by following the Flag Codes proper display guidelines. In this article, we explain proper flag hanging dos and don'ts.
How To Build a Garage Door Pergola
A garage pergola can add sophistication and curb appeal to your home. Check out this step-by-step guide to build your own in a weekend.
American Artisans Whose Work Will Floor You
Check out hand-hewn flooring that brings home details to new heights
17 Stunning Decks to Inspire Your Backyard Transformation
Think outside the standard wood platform with smart design ideas for a range of settings and budgets