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S31 E25: Looking Back and Looking Ahead

With one week left, Kevin O’Connor learns to install tiles for the kitchen backsplash. Kevin visits our previous non-profit development. Tom Silva helps install the new stairs.
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EPA's New WaterSense Labeling

Water-efficiency specifications for new homes have finally arrived from the EPA
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Steal Ideas From These Inspirational Rooms

20 striking rooms for homeowners, designers, and decorators to emulate
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Staircase Design and Upgrade Ideas

Add distinction and character to plain old stairs with these 10 creative tips.
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S8 E25: Newel Post, Cutting Pipes, Propagating Plants

Tom repairs a staircase’s wobbly newel post. Richard shows Kevin several methods for cutting rigid pipes and flexible tubing. Roger Cook shows how to reproduce plants from cuttings and by grafting.
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Bath Tile Design Ideas

The right tile can change the look and feel of a bathroom. If you can't decide what you want, take a look at some of these great designs.
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Hydraulic Cement for Leaky Basements

Using the right product for patching holes where water seeps in will save you a trip back with a wet vac and a sump pump.
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Weeding Out Bad Employees

Who do you have working for you? Are your employees mostly Superstars, Average Joes, or Slugs? Here's how best to deal with all three
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How to Plant a Small Tree

Boost your curb appeal with a handsome addition to your landscape
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The Crawl Space Vent Question

To vent or not to vent—finally someone has done the right tests and come up with an answer.
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Installing a Whole House Fan

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a whole house fan to keep a homeowner's house cool without central air conditioning.
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Installing a Bathroom Vent Fan

Putting in bathroom ventilation is one of the most requested retrofits, and it only requires a day's work.
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How To Size and Choose Pull Down Attic Stairs

In this guide, we share how to measure for pull-down attic stairs, as well as ways to repair or replace them when needed.
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Installing Attic Stairs

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to make attic stairs safe and sturdy
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S31 E24: Roxbury Past and Present

Roger Cook works on the front yard. Norm Abram looks at the second unit. The homeowner learns to maintain her new countertops. Richard Trethewey installs a new water heater.
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Filling Rotted Trim with Two-Part Epoxy

Durable and flexible epoxy is the best way to restore crumbling woodwork
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Screened-In Porches: A Guide to Faster Installation

Do you need a new porch screen? We demonstrate a clever new way to replace or install a porch screen without all the hassle in this guide.
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Tool Test: Multi-Function Detail Sanders

These oscillating tools sand, scrape, saw—and more. We had a pro put five models through their paces.
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How To Read Lumber Grade Stamps

Learn how to read lumber grade stamps to select the best wood for your project. These small stamps provide big clues about wood quality.
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What You Need to Know About Electric Radiant Heating

In this video and guide, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey explains the basics of electric radiant heat.
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Stiffening Bouncy Floors

Tom Silva's tricks for shoring up a springy floors
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Dealing With Frozen Pipes: Prevention and Repairs

In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows various ways to prevent and thaw frozen pipes.
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How To Retrofit Air Conditioning Using Mini Ducts

In this video and guide, we explain how a mini-duct system works and the benefits of this flexible cooling system.
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How To Prevent Roof Moss With Zinc Strips: A Comprehensive Guide

Roof vegetation is an eyesore and can damage your roof. In this guide, we'll share tips to keep your roof free of moss, mold, and lichen.
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Fixing Squeaks Under Carpet

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates a special screw that lets you secure loose flooring right through carpet