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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.
Our Old House
This Old House takes on a classic New England farmstead for its 25th Anniversary project
Room for Two
Designing a double bath? Read an architect's strategies for maximizing space when designing or renovating shared baths.
Backup Power
When the electricity goes out, standby generators can keep your household running. This article explores the main types of backup power.
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.
What Makes It Wiggle?
That little hook at the end of your tape measure is intentionally loose — here's why.
Design Your Outdoor Kitchen
We've found great design ideas for budgets that run from modest to Hollywood
This Roof Resists Hurricanes, Collects Water
Bermuda's limestone roofs withstand hurricanes and collect precious rainwater
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.
The Family Plan
A couple in Bermuda turns a classic Georgian house into a comfortable home for four
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.
How To Detect and Deter Termites
Learn DIY methods to identify and detect termites, plus more advanced techniques and when to call a professional.
The Carlisle House
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.
S2 E26: Storm Door, Garden Tools
Tom installs a new storm door. The guys ask "What is it?" Roger helps Kevin choose the right garden tools for his spring cleanup.
How to Plant a Tree
Roger Cook's step-by-step guide to correctly planting a new tree and getting it off to a healthy start.
S2 E25: Copper Pipe Corrosion, Weatherstripping
Richard examines a viewer’s corroded copper pipes and identifies the source of the corrosion: a rusty hot water heater. The guys ask "What is it?" Tom helps a homeowner replace the worn-out weather stripping around his drafty kitchen door.
Refresh Your Deck
This article will guide you through the process of refreshing your deck, from cleaning and bleaching to applying the perfect finish.
S2 E24: Track Lighting, Noisy Baseboard Heat
Master electrician Allen Gallant installs track lighting. The guys ask "What is it?" Richard makes a house call to help homeowners quiet their noisy baseboard heaters.
S2 E23: Radiant Heat, Painting Aluminum Siding
Richard Trethewey removes a baseboard heater to prepare for a complete remodeling of his bathroom. Richard returns to help the homeowner install radiant heat. The guys ask "What is it?" Painting expert Jim Clark helps a homeowner prepare his aluminum siding for a brand-new paint job.
Professional Tips for Building a Better Kitchen Island
A kitchen island adds valuable space for cooking and storage. Learn how to choose the right features and size with our expert guidance.
