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How To Install Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
Learn how to install wall-to-wall carpet with expert tips on prepping, cutting, stretching, and securing for a smooth, professional finish.
Guide To Removing Crabgrass: What to Do and What You Need
Tired of crabgrass ruining your lawn? Read our guide on how to remove crabgrass and and protect your lawn from future weed problems.
How To Work With Glass Tiles
Installing glass tiles can be tricky, but you can achieve professional-looking results with our step-by-step guide.
How To Replace a Shower Pan
In this guide, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows you how to replace a shower pan.
How to Paint a Cast Iron Radiator
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey follows a painting expert as he revitalizes an old radiator.
How To Install a Towel Warmer
Learn how to install a towel warmer that uses your hot water heating system to bring a little more luxury to your morning routine.
How to Clear a Clogged Drain
In this how-to video, This Old House shows various ways to clear household clogs
How to Install Composite Decking
In this how-to video, learn to create a maintenance-free deck with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How To Winterize Shrubs and Protect Your Plants in Winter
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares his secrets for helping shrubs survive the cold winters.
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC)
Why aren't all houses built with this stuff?
The Ultimate Guide to Grill Maintenance
Whether you're a weekend griller or a barbecue enthusiast, proper grill care will pay off. Here's how the experts do it.
How to Transplant a Shrub
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook explains how to transplant a shrub.
A Complete Guide to Replacing a Baseboard Heating Cover
In this guide, we show you how to remove your baseboard heater covers and replace it with a new one for a fresh, clean look.
How To Maintain and Care for a Steam Radiator
In this how-to video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to silence a whistling radiator.
How To Install a Bluestone Patio with Simple to Follow Steps
In this how-to video and guide, learn how to lay a beautiful bluestone patio with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.
How to Install a Thermostatic Steam Radiator Valve
Add controls to a steam radiator with these step by step instructions and video to guide you.
How To Fix a Running Toilet
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows us how to diagnose and fix a running toilet.
Creating a Backyard Built for Playing Games
Turn a ho-hum lawn into a hub of activity with a sport court for horseshoes, croquet, or bocce. This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows you how
Guide to Lumber Terms
Between different types, grades, and sizes, choosing lumber can be tough. This guide to lumber terms covers everything you need to know.
How to Plant a Shaded Plant Bed
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook transforms a barren patch into a lush planting bed
How to Build a Fire Pit
Do you want to build your own outdoor fire pit? Follow these steps to easily build a backyard fire pit in a weekend.
A Guide to How You Can Make a Big Impact in a Small Yard
Just because your yard is small doesn't mean it can't make an impression. In this guide, we show you how to make your small yard stand out.
Home Inspection Nightmares VI
The latest terrible tales from the fearless pros who inspect houses, courtesy of the ASHI Reporter.
How to Repair a Damaged Doorjamb
Fixing a doorjamb is an easy DIY project for most homeowners, and can be completed in just a few hours with this straightforward process.
How to Install a Replacement Window
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to put in a new bathroom window