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Easy Kitchen and Bath Upgrades
Put in a little do-it-yourself time to make hardworking areas more practical and polished
Automatic Valve Shut-off for Washing Machines
The Intelliflow turns washing machine water-supply valves on and off, so you don't have to
Reinventing the Rake
Smart new designs and features help you make quick work of leaves, clods, and rocks
The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Handsaws
What's so great about Japanese hand saws? In our guide we look at the versatile design, uses, and why one belongs in every homeowner's toolkit.
How to Build a Small Deck
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to build a simple entry-level deck.
Integrating a Flat-Screen Television in Your Living Room
Large flat-screen TVs are common in most living rooms today, but they can domindate the space. Explore ideas to seamlessly integrate your TV with the rest of your decor.
So You Think You Wanna Be on TV?
Folks often ask what it takes to get their renovations on the This Old House TV show. Here's the inside scoop on what the producers look for in a project
How to Seed a New Lawn
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook plants a new lawn from seed
How to Prune a Fruit Tree
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to trim a tree for optimum growth and fruit production
A Step By Step Guide To Opening a Painted Shut Window
A painted-shut window can be a pain to open. In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to free a stuck window.
How to Join Steel and Copper Pipes
In this how-to This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to repair an old, corroded steel-to-copper pipe connection
How To Install an Air Valve for a Hot Water Heating System
Air that gets trapped in your hot water heating system can leave homeowners in the cold. Learn how to install an air valve for a hot water heating system in our step-by-step guide.
How to Install a Programmable Thermostat
Installing a programmable thermostat? Watch our how-to video with This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey showing how to install an automatic, fully programmable thermostat
How to Install a Frost-Proof Faucet
In this how-to video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to replace a standard hose faucet with a freeze-resistant model
A Guide to Avoiding Nail-Gun Injuries
Learn essential safety tips for using nail guns. Prevent injuries, understand proper handling, and master best practices.
Adapting and Reusing Old Buildings
Factors to weigh before deciding to convert a commercial or industrial space for private use
How To Design a Modern Kitchen
Explore the elements that make up today's kitchen—from trendy cabinetry to rustic sinks—with the This Old House team.
Everything You Need to Know to Deer-proof Your Shrubs
In this guide, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows you several ways you can prevent deer from lunching on your landscape.
How To Build a Radiator Cover in 5 Simple to Follow Steps
Dress up an ugly radiator with a custom-made MDF cover as shown by This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How To Add Sink Valves to Laundry Supply Lines
Having a convenient water source for tasks beyond laundry adds versatility and convenience to your home. Here's how to make this upgrade.
5 of the Best Nontoxic Cleaners You Aren't Using
The question is why? After all, they're within reach-right in your kitchen cupboard.
Brad Pitt Helps Out as New Orleans Rebuilds
Brad Pitt joins Global Green and The Home Depot Foundation to build affordable green housing in New Orleans
Mill Your Own Wood Flooring
Save yourself a bundle by cutting your own wood to width
Front Porch Fix-up
How to replace weathered, rotting outdoor flooring
How to Install A Low-Cost Lawn Sprinkler
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook offers an easy, affordable way to water your grass.