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13 Thrifty Ways to Give Your House Vintage Charm
With a few inexpensive materials and a lot of gumption, you can add character to every room without laying waste to your wallet
A Cozy Kitchen With More Light, More Function
An open-plan makeover of its cook space preserves a small house's friendly proportions
S11 E21: Heat Pump, LEDs, Houseplants
Richard and Kevin install a ductless heat pump to heat and cool a room. The guys ask "What Is It?" Scott demonstrates new technologies and applications for LED lighting. Roger shows how to select the best houseplants for different situations.
S34 E21: Standing-Seam Roof, Lighting Rods
Kevin and Roger explore the Essex clamming scene. Richard talks rough plumbing and ductwork progress. Radiant floor panels, a lightning rod, and a metal roof are fitted. Roger makes a bluestone patio.
How To Care for Espaliered Trees
Learn how to plant and maintain espaliered trees and shrubs, an elegant small-space solution for any yard.
39 Crown Molding Design Ideas
Steal these ceiling trim ideas to add more style to your rooms.
S11 E20: Insulating Ducts, Washer/Dryer Maintenance
Richard learns how corn is harvested and stored and helps a homeowner seal and insulate his ductwork. Roger shares advice on proper pruning. The guys ask "What Is It?" Kevin shows how to maintain clothes washers & dryers.
S34 E20: Cottage Style
Tom and Kevin pick window trim. Richard brings Kevin up to speed on the geothermal installation, and two 350-foot deep wells are drilled. Dynamite is used to make space for the pipe.
Comprehensive Guide To Building a Window Cornice
In this guide, we walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to build a new window cornice for your home.
Home Bloggers' Crafty Ways to Save
This Old House's favorite home bloggers share clever DIY projects that deliver maximum style, comfort, and convenience on a minimal budget
How To Hire a Contractor
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains what to look for when hiring a contractor for your home construction projects.
S11 E19: Orchids, Kitchen Cabinet
Roger visits a tropical botanic garden to learn how to care for orchids as houseplants. The guys ask "What Is It?" Tom helps a homeowner purchase and install a kitchen wall cabinet.
S34 E19: Water Feature, Geothermal Heat
Roger restores the water feature. Kevin and Richard revive a water well. An electrician digs a trench to the street. Ross Trethewey explains why the site is ideal for geothermal heating and cooling.
TOH Tested: Sliding Compound Miter Saws
These souped-up chop saws ride on rails, giving you the ability to plow through wide stock—we're talking 2×12s!—with ridiculous ease
Curb Appeal Boosts for Every Budget
Making your house the stunner on the street doesn't have to break you or the bank
How to Lay a Stone Tile Floor
Use an uncoupling membrane to prevent tiles from cracking or popping loose with this helpful guide to laying stone tile floors.
S11 E18: Entry Bench, Perennials
Tom and Kevin build a storage bench for an entryway. Richard demonstrates how to solder copper pipes properly. Roger helps a homeowner maintain an overgrown perennial garden.
S34 E18: One-Level Living
Tom repairs water damage. He and Norm replace a sill. Kevin sees the plan for the patio. Roger adds veneer to the walls. Norm meets a Bucksport architect to see the accessible house he designed.
All About Stone Countertops: A Comprehensive Guide
See your options for stone countertops and which is best for your kitchen, plus learn about installation and maintenance tips.
A Guide to Garage Organization, Storage, and Cleaning
Here are 19 garage organization ideas and tips to help you clean up and maximize your garage space.
A Graphic and Gracious Guest Bath Redo
A homeowner's DIY gut job turns a cave-like two-part bath into an open black-and-white oasis
S11 E17: Appliances, Gutters
Kevin meets appliance repairman Richie Isaacson to learn how to maintain kitchen appliances. The guys ask "What Is It?" Tom helps a homeowner install a rain gutter, downspout, and rain barrel.
S34 E17: Human Centered Design, Demolition
Kevin visits the Institute for Human Centered Design. Tom and Roger level out the site in Essex. Norm, Tom, and Kevin remove a dormer and frame the kitchen roof. Roger makes retaining walls.
Video Tour: The Cambridge 2012 House, After
Take a walk through the completed Queen Anne house from This Old House television's 2012 season
27 Ways To Build Your Own Bedroom Furniture
Explore various creative ways to add style and functionality to your bedroom with homemade furniture and accessories.