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Buying safety equipment, like smoke detectors, is fine, but you need to use and test the devices. Here's how to start.

Found a fixer-upper but not sure if you should take the plunge? Check out our guide to figure out if it's worth the investment.

It's the best way to expel moisture-laden air and odors, and we have step-by-step instructions for adding a bathroom ceiling vent fan.

These smart closet design tips will help you maximize comfort and create more space in both new and existing closets.

Learn the time and costs required to tile a tub surround with ceramic tiles, including step-by-step instructions on installation.

This Old House takes on a classic New England farmstead for its 25th Anniversary project

Designing a double bath? Read an architect's strategies for maximizing space when designing or renovating shared baths.

When the electricity goes out, standby generators can keep your household running. This article explores the main types of backup power.

In-ground lawn sprinklers deliver a precise amount of water, then automatically shut off and drop out of sight. Learn how much one costs and how to install it yourself.

We've found great design ideas for budgets that run from modest to Hollywood

Bermuda's limestone roofs withstand hurricanes and collect precious rainwater

Cutting glass doesn't have to be intimidating. Follow this easy, step-by-step guide to complete any glass project safely and easily.

A couple in Bermuda turns a classic Georgian house into a comfortable home for four

TOH general contractor Tom Silva shows you how to hang a flower box, and TOH landscape contractor Roger Cook tells you how to fill it and maintain it.

Are you looking for a level? Here’s what you need to know to find, use, and fix one so your next project comes out flawlessly.

Learn DIY methods to identify and detect termites, plus more advanced techniques and when to call a professional.

To celebrate our 25th anniversary, This Old House purchased an 1849 Greek Revival farmhouse in a pastoral suburb of Boston. We'll give it the update it desperately needs, then hand it off to new owners to take into the twenty-first century.

Roger Cook’s step-by-step guide to correctly measuring and planting a new tree to get it off to a healthy start.

This article will guide you through the process of refreshing your deck, from cleaning and bleaching to applying the perfect finish.