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The Newton Centre House: Before

The 30th anniversary season of This Old House starts with a Dutch Colonial Revival house that's getting big changes from a small addition. Check out what the house looked like before construction began.
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100 DIY Home Projects for Under $100

We’ve rounded up our favorite budget ideas to inspire your next DIY home improvement project.
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Down-in-the-Dumps Bungalow Revival

A mix of salvaged materials and sweat equity breathed new life into a house that had seen tough times
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Adding Carriage-Style Garage Doors

See how installation specialists convert standard garage doors into stylish carriage-house openers, adding a classic touch to your home.
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Your Guide to a Perfect Birdhouse that Attracts Birds

Looking to bring more nesting birds to your yard? Here are some simple ways to provide an attractive, safe space for birds to flock to.
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Architectural Birdhouses

Birds nest in the spring, it's true. But now's the time to put their potential homes on the market. We found birdhouses to suit your surroundings, in styles from rustic to refined
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How to Install a Bathroom Fan

In this video, This Old House host Kevin O'Connor works with a professional electrician to install a ventilation fan in a bathroom
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What You Need to Know to Install a Whole House Fan

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a quick and clever way to keep a home cool by installing a whole house fan.
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How To Install a Water Pressure Booster

Learn how to improve the water pressure in your home with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
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How to Install a Propane Tankless Water Heater

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to get hot water quickly and efficiently
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Wainscoting Designs

This traditional half-wall paneling comes in all shapes and sizes. Here's how to pick the right one to make your room stand out
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A Craftsman-Style Doghouse

A bungalow in miniature, complete with wood-shingle siding and a cedar-shake roof for a lucky dog named Gumpy From the popular magazine feature, ''A Doghouse Like Your House''
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Everything You Need to Know About Wainscoting

Dress up your plain-Jane walls with stylish trim that also guards against scuffs and scratches. This Old House helps you get the look you want at a price you can afford.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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How to Repair Laminate Counters

Quick tips for repairing damaged laminate counters with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
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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