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Could You Be Allergic to Christmas?

Sneezing and congestion might not be the signs of a seasonal cold but rather a reaction to holiday decorations
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How To Weatherproof and Protect Your Outdoor Decorations

Read our guide on weatherproofing your outdoor decorations to protect them from the elements and keep them in excellent condition.

What Really Happens in a House Fire

It only takes seconds for a small flame to become a life-threatening fire. This guide explains how a fire spreads in the first four minutes.
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S34 E6: Exterior Improvements

A mason repoints the foundation. Norm and Tom repair the front porch. Kevin visits Community Rowing. Spray foam insulation begins in our balloon frame house.
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S11 E6: Task Lights, Cable Rail

The guys visit NYC. Richard tours a scale model of the city. Kevin works with a local electrician to add task lighting to a dark kitchen. The guys play "What Is It" with Jimmy Fallon in Times Square. Roger visits a park built atop an old train line. Tom adds a cable railing system to a deck.
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10 Uses for Wine Bottles

Spare yourself heavy recycling bins and repurpose wine bottles with these creative ideas for your home and garden.
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S11 E5: Palm Trees, Combo Boiler

Roger plants several varieties of palm trees in a front yard. The guys ask "What Is It?" Kevin shares information on new light bulbs. Richard replaces an old heating system and hot water heater with a much smaller and more efficient single appliance.
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S34 E5: Landscape Plans, Roof Deck

Kevin joins Cambridge locals biking to work. An architect presents a plan for the yard. Tom removes steps to the roof deck. Roger tackles the stump from the maple. Plumbers use pipe to dull sound.
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Built-Ins That Make Entertaining Easier

Built-ins make entertaining easier, but where do you start? Learn more about different types of built-ins and get design ideas from experts.
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How to Repair Plaster

Make damage to lath and plaster walls disappear for good using the right techniques and materials
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Upgrades That Slash Energy Costs

Once drafty and underinsulated, a New England house gets a state-of-the-art efficiency makeover
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Smart and Safe Storm Cleanup Tips for Your Home

Getting your home back into shape after storms may require more than a broom and a mop. Here's our best advice for managing the aftermath.
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S11 E4: Sod, Wireless Thermostat

Roger helps a homeowner lay sod in his backyard. The guys ask "What Is It?" Tom shares a tip about finding measurements without doing math. Richard installs a wireless thermostat to control a heating system.
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S34 E4: Swedish Style

Tom works on the ceiling and fits a skylight. Kevin learns about our house's style in Fairfield. Norm shows the framing progress on the second floor. Richard arrives with ductwork.
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A Bathroom Refresher for $265

Cottage-style wainscoting, custom mirror frames, and bargain-priced fixtures turn a builder's-basic bath into something special
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S6 E4: Flood Prevention, Foundation Plants, Epoxy Repairs

Richard shows plumbing devices which prevent in-home floods. Roger replaces overgrown shrubs with "foundation plantings." The guys ask, "What is it?" Tom repairs a rotted windowsill using a two-part epoxy.
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A Guide to Creating a Festive Farmhouse Dining Room

A farmhouse dining area can provide a charming, welcoming space. In this guide, we show you how to choose elements that evoke a homey feel.
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Reinvent a Room by Painting the Ceiling With Color

Follow our tips for tapping the hidden-in-plain-sight potential of that fifth wall
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A Kitchen With Period Flair, Plus a Layout That Works

Redoing a bad remodel creates a more functional space with a handsome look that fits a 1906 cottage
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40 Best Pumpkin Carvings of Monsters and Villains

The best depictions of bad guys, and frightening and friendly ghouls from our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
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S11 E3: Mantel, Leaky Faucet

Tom builds a custom fireplace mantel for a homeowner. Roger shares some tips about garden edging. Richard helps a homeowner repair a leaking kitchen faucet.
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15 Easy Halloween Decorating How-Tos

Get ready for trick-or-treaters with these simple projects for spooking up your home.
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How to Turn a Salvaged Column Into a Coat Tree

Reclaimed posts with fluted channels or curvy turnings can find new life as a decorative interior accent
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50 Nifty Fix-Ups for Less Than $100

Simple upgrades can drastically improve the feel and function of your home. These clever tips, projects, and products offer a big payoff for a small investment
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How to Hide Screwheads on Stair Treads and Other Wood Surfaces

Mask fasteners easily with a simple wood plug