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Why Is My Paint Peeling?
Bad paint jobs can happen to good people with old houses — even when they listen faithfully to everything the paint salesman tells them. The reason is a surprising revelation about the compatibility of oil and latex paints.
Soundproof Solutions and Sound-Deadening Ideas for Your Home
Are you interested in reducing sound pollution in your home? Here are a few ways you can do so in your living space.
Building a Safe Deck: Essential Steps and Precautions
Decks can be dangerous if they're installed incorrectly. In this guide, we discuss safety precautions and installation methods for safe decks.
S14 E8: Pedestal Table
Norm builds a small, round pedestal talbe from teak that can be used inside or out
What is a Rumford Fireplace, and Why You Should Consider One
Rumford expert Jim Buckley explains how to build a better fireplace using 18th-century engineering in this helpful article.
Trimming Paneling
Create a snug fit where paneling abuts stone walls or other irregular surfaces
Slip-On Nailing Shield
Protect decorative molding or trim from your hammer
How to Angle-Cutting Fence Posts Consistently and Effectively
Give water a way to run off, and your posts will last longer. Learn how to extend the life of your posts with this article on angled cutting.
A comprehensive Guide To Removing Stuck Light Bulbs
Struggling with a stuck lightbulb? Our guide covers DIY methods for removing a bulb, safety tips, and when to call a professional for help.
Making Wide Miter Saw Crosscuts
Get a bigger bite with this tip
The Milton House
With the help of Julia Child, Marian Morash, Ethan Allen and Laura Ashley, to name a few, This Old House turned an Antique Colonial farmhouse into a dream house.
The Case for Installing a Heat-Recovery Ventilator
Thoroughly insulating a house will hold in the heat, but it will also hold in all the moisture. That could promote rot.
A Cellar in the Basement
A little imagination and a lot of work turn a forgotten store room into a cool, dark cellar where wine can age gracefully.
Scrape, Sand, Prime (repeat)
The secret to the perfect paint job? Preparation, preparation, preparation...
The Ultimate Guide To Strip Sanding Spindles
You can't use a power sander on a slender leg or baluster—you can smooth out those delicate features by strip sanding spindles.
How To Smooth Out Rough Tiles: A Comprehensive Guide
Finish off your tile cuts with a simple trick that evens out jagged edges.
How To Locate Wall Studs Without Tools
In this guide, we'll show you several ways to locate studs in your walls even if you don't have a stud finder.
Repairing Sagging Screens
The key to keeping your new screen from sagging or drooping
How To Create Half-Lap Joints
In this guide, we'll show how to easily mill your own half-lap joint using nothing more than a portable circular saw and a chisel.
How To Fix Popped Nails in Decks
Popped nails are unsightly and can be dangerous. Learn how to fix popped nails in your deck permanently, plus how to prevent pops.
Perfect-Cut Paneling
How to keep the blade straight when cutting plywood paneling
Building an Enduring Driveway
There's nothing like a rugged crunch to welcome you home.
Saving Old Windows
Old-growth wood found in some of our oldest homes stands up to time and the elements.
Paint-Tray Protector
Simplify painting with tray protectors. Compare store-bought options and DIY solutions to keep your paint trays clean and reusable.