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The Beauty of Antique Tools
Classic hand tools can be collectible, but don't add them to the display shelf just yet. Learn about the beauty and function of antique tools.
Fix Now, Save Later
Our experts help you address 9 little trouble spots around your home before they cause big—as in big bucks—damage down the road
Hey, My House Had One of Those!
TOH readers fondly recall the lost architectural details—from water pumps to milk boxes—that gave old houses character
9 Small-Space Solutions
Explore nine tips and tricks from TOH's New York City project to help make your small space look and feel spacious and welcoming.
Get a Handle on the Kitchen Faucet
Learn the name and function of all the parts of your single-handle faucet so you can decide whether to repair it yourself or call in a pro.
From Shack to Spectacular House
It started life as an outbuilding, with old shutters nailed down for a floor. Then, over its 300 years, it grew into a breezy summer cottage. Finally, thanks to a smart remodel, it's now a comfortable family home
How To Install a Garden Fountain
Learn how to install a solar-powered fountain in your garden or yard in this guide from This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How To Plant a Mature Tree
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shares his secrets for planting a large tree, including how to prepare the hole and ongoing care.
A Comprehensive Guide for How To Quiet Noisy Heating Pipes
This Old House plumbing and heating expert, Richard Trethewey, demonstrates how to silence noisy heating pipes and quiet your house down.
How to Lay the Base for a Brick Path
This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows how to prep the ground for a beautiful brick walkway
How to Repair Laminate Counters
Quick tips for repairing damaged laminate counters with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How to Secure Loose Pipes
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to strap in shaky and rattling shower valve pipes
How to Repair a Fence Gate
Fixing your sagging gate can take as little as one hour. Watch This Old House landscape contractor, Roger Cook, complete a simple gate repair.
The $645 Kitchen Remodel
Skillful surgery on the cabinets and some cosmetic changes renewed this 1920s bungalow kitchen for less than the cost of a refrigerator. Here's how the owners did it.
From Attic to Bedroom, with Help from the Web
By using online resources to purchase materials, score tools, and even draw up a floor plan, one couple turned a chopped-up attic into a sunny master suite
Know Your Front-Door Lockset
In this guide, we break down every part of your front door lockset and help you determine that each element is working properly.
Anatomy of a Modern Vintage Kitchen
Learn pros' tricks for creating an open-plan, multipurpose space with just the right dose of old-fashioned charm
How To Lift a Sinking Concrete Slab
Got sloping patios or uneven sidewalks? See how to lift a sinking concrete slab with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How To Build a DIY Dog Agility Course
Follow this easy-to-assemble guide to build a DIY dog agility course for your dog, and watch him become happier, healthier, and smarter.
How To Build a Diamond-Patterned Twig Trellis
Trellises made from twigs look at home in any backyard. Here's how to build a diamond-pattern twig trellis for peas, peonies, and more.
How to Make Your Home Pet Friendly
Make your home just as safe and comfortable for your animal companion as it is for the other members of your family with this complete guide.
"Sandwich" Bulbs for Six Weeks of Blooms
Maximize your garden’s bloom time with this guide to planting "sandwiched" bulbs for a colorful, six-week spring show.
Pet Safety and Home Renovation
Your pet's home is your home. As stressful as a renovation is for you, it's even moreso for your pet. Get advice from the pros on how to make home projects easier on Fido and Whiskers
5 Design Ideas for Sheared Shrubs for Your Yard
These living fences can solve a multitude of problems. Here are pro tips and design ideas for shearing success.
Shrub-Trimming Tools
5 pro gardeners' favorite power and manual cutters