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Read our step-by-step guide on how to build a rain garden, an eco-friendly way to handle stormwater runoff while beautifying your yard.

Remember when the TOH TV team headed north to renovate a pre-Revolutionary War home in Bedford, Massachusetts. See what valuable historical finds were unearthed from the nearly 300-year-old property

Learn how to use stock materials and a cabinet to build a nifty desk with storage cubbies for your home office or den.

We consulted with closet-design pros from across the country to learn the secrets to creating the ultimate storage unit, no power tools required.

If you're hosting a yard sale, plan ahead and prepare for a long day of sales. Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind.

Learn how to install your own faux-paneled accent wall for a simple, affordable upgrade to any room in your house.

TOH TV heads to Rhode Island to restore a forlorn beach house with oceanfront views

TOH TV heads to Barrington, Rhode Island, to restore a forlorn house with oceanfront views

Need to spruce up your home, but on a budget? We've got a list of low-cost, DIY hacks to breathe new life into your spaces.

Read our guide to learn how to make and use compost tea so that you can improve the look and health of your lawn.

Reviving a tired bathroom needn't require a total overhaul. Learn how to add style and character at an affordable price.

Remodeling costs can add up quick, but there are plenty of ways to save cash. Check out 19 ways you can save money on your home's next remodel, from attending auctions to donating materials.

When tackling home improvement or repair projects, having the right tools can make all the difference.

Put extra materials—and even stuff destined for the trash heap—to work in your home with these ideas from TOH's 10 Uses column

Learn what to consider when remodeling your bathroom and how to plan for a successful, cost-effective renovation.

Want an attractive pond in your backyard? Our guide explains what it takes to create a thriving aquatic centerpiece for your home.

How a couple of hands-on homeowners took a bungalow from dilapidated to delightful, using home-center finds

See how a few thrifty DIYers got the kitchens and bathrooms of their dreams without breaking the bank

If you want to add vintage charm to a new washroom or polish to a period one, look to Victorian, Craftsman, and Art Deco designs for inspiration.

Learn how to transform an old, tired surface with glaze, tape, and a toothy tool to make an elegant herringbone pattern.

A proud new portico and ornamental trim give a plain two-story a gracious new look

An empty house is a vulnerable house. Learn how to keep your home safe and sound when you take off for your holiday.

Relocating the only bath allowed for a claw-foot tub and separate shower, plus a vintage cottage look that matches the house

A strategic mix of annuals and perennials yields a brilliant garden when the heat is really on

TOH readers put six selectable-speed impact drivers and 11 single-speed ones to the test