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Outdoor Rooms Roundup

Looking to eke a little more living out of your backyard patch of green? As the past year has made clear, outdoor spaces are vital to our well-being­—and they can double our dining, entertaining, and hangout space. Here’s how three couples created a bit of paradise in their own backyards.
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S42 E22: Three of Everything

Mauro works with the apprentices to fix plaster damage, and Richard meets fellow plumber Ronnette about the new sprinkler system. Then, Homeowner Carol and her sister shop for tile, and the glass doors get repaired by an expert.
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Open House | Electrical Inspection

Ask This Old House Master Electrician, Heath Eastman, explains what to look for during a home electrical inspection.
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Home Inspection Nightmares | Tree-Wrapped Chimney

The Ask This Old House team share more Home Inspection Nightmares.
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How to Restore an Antique Door

Ask This Old House General Contractor, Tom Silva, helps two homeowners meticulously restore their original, 1918 front door using a paint stripper, mahogany veneer, and a polyurethane finish.
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S19 E22: Inspection, Door Restoration

Heath Eastman performs an electrical inspection, and the team shares more Home Inspection Nightmares. Then, Tom helps two homeowners meticulously restore their antique front door using a variety of techniques.
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Best Long-Distance Moving Companies

The variety of moving companies that can help with your long-distance move can be overwhelming. We have completed in-depth research to provide you with the best options.
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Two Men and a Truck Review

Learn about Two Men and a Truck’s options for labor, services, availability, overall cost, and more with our review.
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17 Beautiful Painted Furniture Ideas

Looking for a unique statement piece? Check out our visual guide for painted furniture inspiration to suit your individual style and decor.
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S42 E21: A Project for Every Floor

Tom Silva works with new apprentices, and Kevin meets them and learns about YouthBuild. Homeowner Carol looks at kitchen cabinets and counters. Then, Richard works with James on separate HVAC systems.
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S19 E21: Echinaceas, Kitchen Punch List

Jenn Nawada explains how to care for echinaceas, and Mark McCullough explains how to cut stone with a saw and chisel. Then, Richard Trethewey replaces a kitchen sink and faucet, while Tom Silva helps a homeowner wrap up a few kitchen projects.
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How to Make Stone Cuts with a Power Saw Look Natural

Ask This Old House Mason Mark McCullough explains how stone edges are cut to fit into a wall and how to integrate those cuts seamlessly with the rest of the stone wall.
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All About Growing Echinacea

Ask This Old House Landscape Contractor Jenn Nawada explains how to identify and care for echinaceas. She also shares a variety of ways to incorporate them in a garden.
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Finish Your Kitchen Remodel Punch List

Ask This Old House General Contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner wrap up a few small projects towards the end of her kitchen renovation.
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Sealing Up the Barnhouse For Greater Efficiency | 2021 Modern Barnhouse

With frost already covering the ground, it’s a race against the clock for owner Amy Matthews and builder Chad Maack to get the Idea House sealed in before the temperatures plummet to their typical below-zero mid-winter Minnesota temps
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Figo Pet Insurance Review

Figo is a pet insurance provider that offers a unique cloud-based mobile app, decent coverage, and affordable plans. Keep reading our review to determine if this company is right for you and your pet.
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Healthy Paws Pet Insurance Review

Healthy Paws offers pet insurance policies with no annual or lifetime coverage maximum. Keep reading to learn more about the company’s coverage plans, pricing, and how to get a free quote from the provider.
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Cheapest Pet Insurance Companies

If you want affordable and quality protection for your pet, read our review below on the cheapest pet insurance companies available. We discuss each company’s plans and pricing and include information on how to get a free quote.
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Welcome to Our Cottage Community in Norwalk, CT | 2021 Idea House

Meeting a growing demand for flexible housing and low-maintenance living, TOH’s newest Idea House project offers spacious, adaptable floor plans in a collection of duplexes with contemporary cottage style.
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Cultured Stone

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Real Cedar

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PODS

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Minwax

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