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Don't get caught with your toolbelt down—learn these techniques and tackle any household emergency with ease

Some great inspiration for small kitchens, from the National Kitchen & Bath Association's Design Competition archives

The winners of our exterior makeover contest turn their rendering into reality

We break down the different types of gas fireplaces for your home, questions to consider, key fireplace features, and costs.

The right colors, lighting, and fixtures will help create the illusion of a roomy bath

Here are some simple and easy tips for installing wall insulation to help you save money and become more energy-efficient.

Inspirational white-hot rooms from the National Kitchen & Bath Association's Design Competition archives

Follow these 5 easy tips from a pro and you'll have pumpkin carving success! Then, enter the TOH Pumpkin Carving Contest for a shot at the Grand Prize

Use a ready-made stamp and paint to give walls a unique finish. This guide explains everything you need to know about stamp wall patterns.

When an inspection revealed a handful of household hazards, the owners of this TOH TV project house tackled the cleanup for a healthier home

This Old House tells you how to find and fix 12 potential trouble spots to boost your home's efficiency and save you money

Fall is the perfect time to winterize your home. Learn a few project ideas easy enough to conquer when the tree colors start changing.

Norm and the entire This Old House TV crew are heading to Hollywood! Well, not exactly. But in 2011, the show will go to that fabled land of superstars and studio tours, stopping at its quieter and decidedly hipper cousin to the east, Silver Lake, home to the next project house.

Looking to spice up your porch this fall? Your drill is the secret to making this out-of-the-ordinary Halloween decoration.

A savvy blend of salvaged wood, cement tile, and stainless steel gives a circa 1900 kitchen a 21st-century edge

Read which trees will brighten your yard with fiery red and yellow autumnal foliage. Our guide covers Smokebush, Witch Hazel, and more.

A couple of savvy DIYers share how they created a luxurious, wallet-friendly master bathroom so that you can too

Learn the architectural names of all those things around the house you never knew how to identify properly.

Fall is the ideal time to prep your yard and garden for spring. Follow our DIY fall landscaping checklist with expert tips from Roger Cook.

When choosing a new carpet, you'll first need to understand the different fibers and styles available. We break them down in this guide.

Random orbital sanders are both versatile and effective. Learn more about buying and using them from the This Old House experts.