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Carlisle: Combining Old and New

Architect Jeremiah Eck talks about the challenges of updating a historic house
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S3 E2: Clogged Trap, Brick Walkways, Ceiling

Richard replaces the trap under a bathroom sink. Roger shows Kevin a few design options for laying out a brick walkway. Tom Silva repairs a cracked plaster ceiling.
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S26 E1: Celebrating 25 Years of Home Renovation

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The Carlisle Apprenticeship Program

TOH celebrates a milestone by giving back to the community
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Pull-Out Kitchen Shelves: Installation in 8 Steps

Norm Abram shows how to create easy access to items by building sliding kitchen shelves in a base cabinet.
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S3 E1: Garden Edging, Drill Bits, Fire Extinguishers

Roger shows the proper way to edge a lawn and flower bed. Tom gives some lessons on choosing drill bits. The guys ask "What is it?" Kevin visits Captain Hugh Duffy at the Boston Fire Department Training Center for some lessons on choosing the right type of fire extinguisher.
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Well Connected

For its twenty-fifth anniversary project, This Old House transforms an 1849 connected homestead
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How To Pick a Lock

Discover how to choose the best lock for your home, from basic deadbolts to smart systems.
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Planning Window Placement

In this guide, we walk you through deciding where to place windows on your house by considering window height and measurements.
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5 Ways to Make Your Home Safer

Buying safety equipment, like smoke detectors, is fine, but you need to use and test the devices. Here's how to start.
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Should You Buy That Fixer-Upper? 

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.
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How to Install a Bathroom Vent Fan

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.
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Smart Closet Solutions to Maximize Space and Organization

These smart closet design tips will help you maximize comfort and create more space in both new and existing closets.
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Bathtub Tile Surround: Installation in 7 Steps

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

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

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

When the electricity goes out, standby generators can keep your household running. This article explores the main types of backup power.
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How to Install an In-Ground Sprinkler System

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.
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What Makes It Wiggle?

That little hook at the end of your tape measure is intentionally loose — here's why.
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Design Your Outdoor Kitchen

We've found great design ideas for budgets that run from modest to Hollywood
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This Roof Resists Hurricanes, Collects Water

Bermuda's limestone roofs withstand hurricanes and collect precious rainwater
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How To Cut Glass

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

A couple in Bermuda turns a classic Georgian house into a comfortable home for four
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How To Hang a Window Box

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.

How To Choose and Use a Level

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.