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This Old House Is Going to Los Angeles
TOH TV is is heading west—to Los Angeles, California, where the crew will work on its next project. Could your house be the one they pick to put on TV?
How to Convert Radiators into Multi-Zone Heating
Upgrade an old radiator heating system with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
How to Install Radiant Heat Under a Solid Wood Floor
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to run radiant heat tubing under a new hardwood floor
How to Retrofit Radiant Heat From Above
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shares tips for installing new radiant-heat tubing on top of an old subfloor when there's no access from below
A Rabid DIYer Renews a Foreclosed Foursquare
The 1921 house was abandoned, foreclosed on, and in a sorry state. But this DIYer figured he could make it a lovely family home—in just four months. Now, four years later, he sees things a bit differently
Great Moments in Squeegee History
More about the one tool window cleaners can't live without
Grow a Healthy Vegetable Garden
The benefits of vegetable gardening go way beyond cutting food costs. Here's a guide to planning, planting, and relishing your own backyard harvest
How to Clean Windows Like a Pro
Learn how to clean your windows like the pros. Follow our simple DIY window cleaning tips for streak-free glass.
Composite Decking From A to Z
TOH explains everything you need to know about this wood alternative, including how to choose the best boards, compare costs, as well as install and clean them.
Preparing a Home for a Blower-Door Test
When doing an energy audit in preparation for weatherizing a home, you have to seal cracks and openings in the building before you turn on the fan
Decorative Painting Ideas for Your Home
Painting is a quick and affordable way to refresh any tired walls, floors, and rooms in your house.
All About Exterior Stain for Decks and Outdoor Woodwork
This Old House decodes the differences between various types of stain so that you can get the look you want. Learn more here.
Home Inspection Nightmares XX
Milk-crates under the water heater and a shower head by the electrical panel? Check out the latest scary discoveries made by house inspectors, courtesy of the ASHI Reporter
20 Easy Upgrades for the Weekend DIYer
We've compiled a list of our step-by-step project guides to map out a season of fun and functional do-it-yourself projects.
A Ramshackle Little House Gets a Second Life
You could see daylight through the brick walls, the ceiling was crumbling, and the place had never been wired for electricity. But one couple could see the 1850s cottage's potential
Photoshop Redo: How To Update a Folk Victorian
A color update and period-style touches reclaim some of the period charm of this 1880s house in Wichita, KS.
How to Design an Entry Garden
Plan a front-yard landscape that boosts curb appeal and welcomes you home
5 of the Best Nontoxic Cleaners You Aren't Using
From wine to grease stains, use these simple and nontoxic household cleaning solutions that are likely in your kitchen pantry.
Deck Design Ideas
From built-in planters to shade-producing pergolas to railings and more, explore innovative decking ideas curated by our experts.
Kitchen Storage Design Ideas
Check out these creative upgrades that will help maximize your kitchen storage and optimize your cooking efficiency.
Make a Mudroom That Works for You
7 versatile drop-spots for coats, bags, and shoes, each packed with space-saving and clutter-busting ideas to help tidy up your entry
S31 E26: One Less Foreclosure in Boston
The job nears completion thanks to the dedication of general contractor David Lopes. The team gathers for the wrap party and all agree that it was a successful partnership.
Home Hazards That Can Harm Small Children
To keep your kids safe, it’s wise to be aware of your home’s potential dangers and follow our advice for childproofing the house.
Fast-Growing Shade Trees
Here are our favorite fast-growing shade trees to keep you cool and give you privacy as well as ornamental beauty.
How to Fix Cracks in Concrete
Do you need to fix cracked concrete? Learn simple DIY techniques from This Old House's experts and know when to bring in the pros.