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Save This Old House: A Historic Georgia Farmhouse

This Dekalb County, Georgia, farmstead from the 1840s retains most of the original interior

View under a sink with many household products

How to Handle Household Products Safely

Learn the best way to reduce your use of certain household products, as well as the proper way to dispose of those you no longer need

S8 E26: Outdoor Faucet, Mower Blades, Closet Shelving

Richard replaces a leaky outdoor faucet. Roger shows Kevin how to sharpen a lawn mower blade properly. The guys ask: "What is it?" and Tom and Kevin build custom shelving for a walk-in closet.

Clippers being used to prune a flowering plant.

Everything You Need To Know About Pruning and Dividing Plants

From daylilies to hydrangeas, here's our best pro advice to help you snip back and multiply your garden staples with confidence.

11 Ways Your Lawn Can Kill You

Warning: Your verdant paradise may be a death trap (or at least make you very sick). Before you spend the next sunny day lounging on the lawn, watch out for these dozen dangers to your health

S33 E26: Another Project Wraps

Norm and Kevin congratulate Andy on a job well done. Richard shares an advanced programmable thermostat. Solar shades are installed while the master closet now accommodates both his and hers space. Interior designer Lisa Newman Paratore shows off the final decor choices.

S10 E26: Spray Paint, Wood Floor

Roger and Kevin refinish several worn-out items using spray paint. Tom removes wall-to-wall carpet and installs a pre-finished wood floor. Richard shows Kevin some new household devices that can be operated "hands-free."

Editors' Picks: Our Favorite Yellow Kitchens

Think of them as kitchens sunny side up: bright and colorful spaces where the family can gather and get a burst of sunshine all day long

Outdoor kitchen with a grill, sink, and fridge.

Smart Ideas for Outdoor Kitchens and Dining

Our guide will inspire you to create a functional and stylish outdoor space for an unforgettable al fresco dining experience.

Your Toughest Lawn Questions Answered

The TOH pros tackle the obstacles standing between you and the lush lawn of your dreams

Editors' Picks: Our Favorite Blue Bathrooms

We here at This Old House happen to love blue bathrooms—which is convenient because it's probably the most common bathroom color out there. Here are 16 of our favorites

S33 E25: The Finish Line

Light green grout is used with the glass tile backsplash. The garage gets an insulated steel door and storage system. A cable railing system is installed. A gas stove is installed in the living room. The new lighting design is shown.

S10 E25: Generator, Clogged Sewer

Kevin and Scott install a manual transfer switch for a portable generator. The guys ask "What Is It?" Richard fixes a sewer line that is clogged with tree roots.

Ways Your Bathroom Is Making You Sick

The bathroom is one of the worst places in your home for hiding nasty toxins. Learn how to prevent your bathroom from making you sick.

How To Build a Pathway Lamppost in 17 Simple Steps

Learn how to build a stylish pathway lamppost that enhances your outdoor space and provides functional lighting for garden paths and patios.

How To Trim Out a Plain Table to Add Charm and Appeal

Follow these steps to turn a plain table into a sophisticated statement piece by adding a decorative table trim.

How to Build a Table from Salvaged Beams for Your Home

The massive size of reclaimed beams makes them ideal for a communal dining table. Learn how to build your own in this DIY guide.

TOH Tested: Reciprocating Saws

These cordless reciprocating saws, with lightweight 18-volt batteries, compact designs, and smart features, keep the debris—and the fun—flying

Grow a Lush Shade Garden With Hostas

These leafy perennials are showy, shade tolerant, and a cinch to grow—and new varieties offer a wider-than-ever range of leaf color, size, and texture. Read this article to learn how to pick and plant them to create a sensational landscape.

7 Steps to Creating a Backyard from Scratch

Turn your outdoor space into your own personal sanctuary with these 7 easy-to-follow steps, and enjoy your backyard even more.

S10 E24: Historic Windows, Filter

Tom restores the windows in a home built by George Washington. The guys ask "What Is It?" Richard installs a water filter at a kitchen sink.

S33 E24: Wall Dressing

A retractable awning is installed. Soapstone countertops get sealed with wax. Andy dresses the half-walls with oak caps and scotia molding. Light fixtures are made by New England blacksmiths. Floor warming goes in the master bath. Richard explains the ERV unit.