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Best Old House Neighborhoods 2011: Waterfront
On the shores of oceans and rivers, these 31 locales combine the soothing rush of water with the charm of older streetscapes
Best Old House Neighborhoods 2011: College Towns
For activities, culture, intellectual stimulation and youthful spirit, nothing beats a town full of students and academics
S32 E21: It Never Rains In California?
Custom foam forms and the "cat face" plaster technique replicate existing detail in the house. Norm visits cabinetmaker Larry Bucklan. The existing roof on the main house will have to be replaced.
S9 E21: Solar Hot Water, Electrical Safety, Deck Posts
Richard installs a new solar water heating system. Scott shows devices designed to make residential electrical systems safer. Kevin and Tom replace rotting support posts underneath a backyard deck.
How to Install and Secure a Microwave Hood with Exhaust Fan
Installing your own microwave hood with an exhaust fan allows you to free up counter space while improving your kitchen's ventilation. Read our step-by-step guide to learn how.
How to Monitor Electricity Use in Your Home
Worried about electricity costs? Learn some simple tips for cutting down your energy usage from energy efficiency expert Paul Scheckel.
How To Contain and Remove Lead Paint
If your home was built before 1978, you might have lead paint. Here's how to safely remove it or take care of it until you can.
How to Repair a Loose Newel Post in a Few Simple Steps
Is your staircase post wobbling? Bolster a newel post with these simple tips, using tools you probably already have in your home.
TOH TV's Auburndale House: Before and After
With an updated open floor plan, a rich color palette, and vibrant textiles, the latest TOH TV project house goes from dark and dreary to bright and cheerful
S32 E20: Secrets of Silver Lake
Norm wrestles with creative details. The stucco system starts on the addition. Kevin sees California modern architecture. Norm shows a formaldehyde-free batt insulation. Kevin meets a tile specialist.
S9 E20: Outdoor Outlet, Bulbs, Graceland, Drawer Hardware
Kevin installs an outdoor electrical outlet. Roger shows how to plant flower bulbs properly. Kevin tours Graceland. Tom helps a Memphis homeowner replace her old, worn-out kitchen cabinet hardware.
Best Old House Neighborhoods 2011: The Midwest
The land is flatter, but the houses are grand, as seen in these 13 towns from the Heartland
How to Get the Best Curb Appeal on the Block
Easy front entry upgrades, fresh paint, and simple plantings can make your home's exterior the envy of the neighborhood
Bathroom Remodel Ideas on a Budget
Looking for a DIY bathroom remodel that won’t break the bank? See how a little bit of creativity and four gallons of paint kept costs way down and transformed this makeshift space.
How to Strip Wallpaper
How to remove the old wallpaper so you can cover your wall with your choice of finish
All About Garage Doors: A Comprehensive Guide
The experts at This Old House help you pick a new garage door to complement your home
S32 E19: Roof Tiles & Richard's Water Story
Kevin arrives at the L.A. house to find the custom tiles, windows and doors. In Griffith Park, Richard sees L.A.’s new water supply infrastructure. Alfonso evaluates the condition of our stucco.
S9 E19: Narrow Garden, DIY Workshop, Fireplace Insert
Roger plants a narrow garden bed near a driveway. The guys conduct home improvement workshops in Memphis, TN, Little Rock, AR, and Tulsa, OK. Richard makes an old fireplace more energy efficient.
Norm Abram's Best Tricks of the Trade
Master carpenter Norm Abram shares his top how-to secrets for flawless DIY
Tool Test: Battery-Powered Brad Nailers
Here's what This Old House readers had to say about the latest hose-free nailer models
How To Stain and Finish Wood Furniture
In this video and guide, wood finishing expert Bruce Johnson shares tips for refinishing new and old wood furniture.
How to Choose and Use Insulation for Your Next Project
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains how to choose and use various types of insulation in this video and guide.
A Guide To Choosing Interior Molding for Your Home
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses some of the many options available for trimming out the interior of a room.
How to Clear a Clogged Sink Drain
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey demonstrates how to get the water flowing out again
How To Create a Colorful and Cozy Cottage Kitchen
Charming colors and weathered wood make a kitchen look comfortably lived in. Learn how to put together a cottage kitchen in your home.