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State-of-the-art sights and sounds are right at home in Milton.

Wood that splinters when you try to saw it can be a hassle and a potential safety hazard. Read how to make clean cuts in our step-by-step sawing guide.

Cast concrete can bring damaged brownstone back to life

Learn about moisture meters for basement use. See which type is best for you and how to interpret readings.

Follow these steps to keep your utility sink clog-free.

Discover how the lipstick trick can help you quickly and easily align your door hardware so that it opens, closes and latches smoothly.

Here are some handy tips and tricks to keep harmful chemical strippers from damaging your floors during your next refinishing project.

A regular maintenance routine helps keep your A/C humming

A temporary solution is better than none

A safe way to carry boards in a pickup truck

Learn how to fix loose hinge holes on your kitchen cabinet doors using these simple and effective DIY repair methods.

Frustrated by a sticky double-hung window? Here's an easy way to fix it.

Learn how to quickly and safely tighten loose ladder rungs. Follow our easy step-by-step guide to restore the stability of your ladder.

When surfaces start blemishing, you can DIY a fix to veneer with a few simple tools and techniques. Here's how to do it.

Here are a few ways to enlarge holes in various materials for different types of home improvement or remodeling projects.

Drilling through tile without cracking it may seem impossible, but with the right tools and knowledge, it's easy. Learn how from our experts.

Close to home, This Old House tackled a project close to its heart: rebuilding Dick and Sandra Silvas' house from foundation to finishes after a devastating fire.

A crawl space must be adequately insulated to reap the temperature-regulating benefits. Read on to learn how to insulate your crawl space.

A fresh coat can revitalize this humble divider

A neat way to keep your caulk beads tidy

A few minutes are well spent maintaining a watertight seal

Custom-milled quartersawn oak and southern yellow pine give the Billerica floors a classic Victorian look.

Oriental rugs can be excellent heirlooms. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about choosing an Oriental rug.