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S11 E2: Bluestone Patio, Bikes
Roger helps a homeowner install a bluestone patio in an urban backyard. The guys ask "What Is It?" Tom helps a homeowner and her daughter hang their bikes in a small garage.
S34 E2: Deconstruction and Design
Kevin visits an "eco" resale store in Springfield. Arborist Jack Kelly removes a sick maple. The architects show Kevin the plan, then visit a house down the street for design ideas.
TOH Tested: Chain Saws and How to Cut Down Trees
Weekend lumberjacks need to look no further. Dealing with trees is no problem with our five favorite chain saws
How to Install an Aluminum Storm Door
A tightly weatherstripped storm door can reduce air leakage around a front door by as much as 45 percent
How To Cut a Wine Bottle into a Candle Hurricane
Block garden candles from the breeze with recycled glass bottles by building a candle hurricane out of an old wine bottle.
Picking the Perfect Exterior Paint Colors
The owners of the current TOH TV house used period illustrations, expert advice, and modern technology to find the right hues for their home
Cottage-Style Comeback for a 1950s Stucco Ranch
This 1950s home sat empty for years—until a new owner with an eye for cost-conscious design revived it with a welcoming open plan and a warm, rustic look
S11 E1: Shelves, Washing Machine
Tom helps a couple transform stock shelving into a custom built-in. Richard installs a new washing machine valve that will prevent flooding.
S34 E1: Scandinavian Modern?
This season, TOH turns a dark, divided 1887 two-family into an open, Scandinavian-style one-family.
Photoshop Redo: Craftsman Makeover for a No-Frills Ranch
A relocated front door and a proper entry porch make this house more approachable
Secret Potions for Tackling Tricky Cleaning Jobs
Not all secret potions are bad! The TOH editors swear by these not-so-toxic concoctions for cleaning and upgrading your house
Inspiring Home Spruce-Ups on a Shoestring Budget
Resourceful TOH readers show how they stretched their home-improvement dollars with sweat equity in these six standout projects
How To Effectively Use Your Own Steam Cleaner
Steam cleaning can remove dirt and bacteria without the use of harsh chemicals. Learn the benefits of steam cleaning, how to properly use a cleaner, and which surfaces are best for use.
A Bath That's Still Narrow, But Brighter and Airier
Just a few extra feet and some clever reworking give a once hemmed-in space needed elbow room and a clean new look
Sneak Peek: The Cambridge 2012 and Essex Houses
Watch this video to see what's in store for the next TOH TV season, as the crew updates homes in Cambridge and Essex, Massachusetts
How To Build a Chicken Wire Ghost: A Spooky DIY Project
Looking for a creative Halloween decoration for your yard? This guide will show you how to create a spooky ghost fully out of chicken wire.
How To Create an Eerie Halloween Mirror
Read our step-by-step guide on creating a haunted mirror that adds a ghostly presence to your Halloween decor.
How To Create Tin-Can Lanterns: A DIY Guide
In this guide, we'll show you how you can use leftover food cans to create a glowing bit of Halloween decor.
How To Build a Driveway Apron
Looking for driveway apron ideas? Use paver mats made of concrete cobblestones to give your plain driveway a stylish makeover.
What You Need to Know to Build a Perfect Ladder Bookshelf
Assemble a custom-made ladder bookshelf that's perfect for any reader. Modify the height and width to vary your shelf space.
How To Remove Painted Hinges from Wood Cabinets
Are your cabinet hinges buried under layers of paint? This five-step guide explains how to remove painted hinges from wood cabinets.
A Farmhouse Kitchen Redo for $564
A little paint and some vintage-style details spruce up a dreary, cramped space
How To Hang a Flat-Screen TV
Tom Silva advises how to hang a flat-screen TV the right way to ensure safety and prevent wall damage. See the steps and get expert tips.
Editors' Picks: Our Favorite Wood-Tone Bathrooms
Wood-rich baths became popular long ago and prevail as a warm and classic option
Late-Summer Yard and Garden Upgrades
Summer months may be coming to an end, but you can still have a nicely groomed yard and enjoy the outdoors well into fall. Keep reading to see a few yard and garden upgrades you can do today.