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S31 E12: Stone, Tile and Oak Finishes
Kevin O'Connor helps Tom Silva build a new deck. Roger Cook lays concrete pavers for the patio. A tile specialist shows Kevin options for the kitchen. Norm Abram learns about the new oak flooring.
S8 E12: Vines, Window Flashing, Noisy Vent Fix
Roger improves a concrete retaining wall with wooden lattice and climbing vines, the guys ask, "What is it?" and Tom shows how to flash a newly-installed window. Richard quiets a PVC plumbing vent.
12 Smart Holiday Decoration Storage Tips
Handy products and some pro organization tips to help pack your Christmas decorations.
How To Install a Toilet Below Grade in Your Home
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install a basement bathroom properly.
How to Frame Out Basement Walls
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to fur out concrete basement walls to get them ready for drywall
S31 E11: Never Paint Again
Tom Silva and Norm Abram install copper gutters. The plastering contractor puts up a coat of plaster. Kevin O’Connor learns about a new paint product. Tom removes the old garage.
Craziest Homeowner Holiday Disaster Stories
From falling off the ladder to squirrels in the Christmas tree, here are your most dreadful holiday mishap moments
Bath Gets a Classic Redo, 1920s-Style
Freshly tiled walls and old-fashioned fixtures help to remake a vintage bath
S8 E11: Laminate Countertop, Garden Edging
Tom and Kevin build and install new laminate kitchen countertops, the guys ask:"What is it?" and Roger helps a homeowner create a clean border between a garden bed and a lawn using steel edging.
A Practical Kitchen Design With Period Appeal
A 1930 Spanish Revival house finally gets the stylish, high-performance kitchen it deserves
S31 E10: Inspired Openings and Insulating the House
Tom Silva builds a stairway to the basement. Richard Trethewey shows how to select a faucet. Tom works on a vaulted ceiling. An insulation contractor installs spray foam insulation.
Sitting Pretty With Window Seats
Want to add a custom window seat to your home but not sure how? Check out these 11 window seat ideas to find the perfect cozy nook for you.
S8 E10: Stone Veneer, Damper Retrofit
Roger installs stone veneer over an ugly concrete retaining wall, the guys ask: "What is it?" and Richard retrofits dampers in forced-air HVAC ducts. Tom shares a tip about foam-can insulating.
Traditional Holiday Decorating Ideas
The editors at This Old House helped make Blair House, the presidential guest house in Washington, D.C., festive for Christmas. Check out the clever, low-cost ideas they used to create a holiday with a little history
S31 E9: Radiant Heat, Two Ways
Tom Silva fabricates a decorative bracket. Richard Trethewey heats the new kitchen space. Interior designer Lisey Good demonstrates smart storage solutions. Norm Abram patches the exterior siding.
S8 E9: Organic Lawn Care, Bath Fan Fix
Roger learn about Harvard’s new organic lawn-care program. Kevin makes "compost tea.", the guys ask: "What is it?" and Tom prevents attic mildew by re-routing an improperly vented bathroom fan.
Common Holiday Hazards and How To Avoid Them
Our guide shows you how to avoid common holiday hazards to keep your celebrations safe and festivities enjoyable. Read on to learn more.
Pick the Perfect Christmas Tree: 9 Species and Care Tips
Here are 9 different types of real Christmas trees and how to care for them, so you can pick the best type for your home.
S31 E8: Father and Son Lend a Hand
Tom Silva replicates exterior trim using cellular PVC. Norm Abram installs an exterior door. Architect Paul Rovinelli takes Kevin O'Connor on a tour. Tom gets help removing bookshelves and a wall.
S8 E8: Picnic Table, Utility Sink
Tom and Kevin build a basic picnic table using common framing lumber, the guys ask: "What is it?" and Richard helps a homeowner install a new utility sink in a basement laundry area.
Lessons Learned in 30 Years of This Old House TV
Most folks may tackle two or three houses in a lifetime. This Old House TV's crew has taken on dozens. What they've discovered over the years is sure to help any home improver.
S31 E7: Pruning Hemlocks and Checking in on TOH Austin
Roger Cook helps prune hemlock trees. The master electrician installs a bath fan. Kevin O'Connor revisits a green building project. Tom Silva shows Kevin how he's roofing the new addition.
S7 E8: Shower Enclosure, Shrub Privacy Screen
Tom prepares a shower enclosure for tile using a new type of waterproofing system, the guys ask "What is it?" and Roger helps install a privacy screen using bushes and a decorative flower garden.
S8 E7: Weatherstripping, Heating System Sizing
Tom helps a homeowner seal out drafts by installing weather-stripping. Kevin discusses ways to monitor and save electricity. Richard helps a homeowner determine a new heating system’s proper size.
How to Winterize Shrubs
Heavy snow and other cold-weather hazards can wreak havoc on yard plantings. Here's how to protect your shrubs in winter so that they make it to spring damage-free