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10 Design Ideas for Small Decks
With a little planning, small decks can have the same entertainment value as larger spaces. Get inspired by our ideas to maximize your deck.
How to Make and Mix Concrete
Concrete projects can be tough work. While there isn’t much you can do about the labor, you can lighten the load on your wallet by making your own concrete mix. The process is simple, and you can tailor your mix for perfect results.
DIY Ways To Soundproof a Door
How can you stop noise from outside a room? There are a few easy ways to soundproof a door, and combining methods yields the best results.
S19 E13: Mini Split, Butcher Block
Richard explains how a mini split unit is installed; Jenn explains how to identify Japanese maple trees and how to incorporate them in a landscape design; then Nathan installs a butcher block countertop.
S42 E13: Narragansett Windows
In this episode, Tom assists with interior window trim and custom storm windows. Richard checks out an electric meter and panels. Mark follows work on the hardscape, and Kevin watches the assembly of a decorative shed.
All About Japanese Maples
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains how to identify Japanese maple trees and how to incorporate them in a landscape design.
Everything You Need to know to Install a Butcher Block Countertop
Carpenter Nathan Gilbert helps a couple replace their laminate countertop with butcher block and demonstrates how to apply a mineral oil finish.
Plumbing and HVAC Insider Q&A with Richard Trethewey (February 5, 2021 at 5 PM ET)
In order to view these Q&As, you must have access to YouTube or belong to our private Facebook group just for Insiders. You will need to provide your member ID or account email in order to be accepted into the Facebook group.
How To Build a Scrap Wood Storage Solution (2024 Guide)
Need a place to store your extra lumber? Follow along as House One DIY expert Jenn Largesse teaches you how to build scrap wood storage.
Best Tools for Kids (2023)
Teach your children about tools while also giving them something to play with by purchasing one of the best tool sets for kids currently on the market.
Best Garage Shelving of 2024
A messy garage makes it difficult to complete home improvement projects in your workspace and find the tools needed for those projects. Keep reading to learn about the best garage shelving solutions for any situation.
Best Home Security Systems in Connecticut
If you’re looking for a home security system in Connecticut, read on to learn about the top companies and find the right equipment for your home.
What Is Snow Mold & How to Remove It
If the snow melts in your yard but the grass is still covered in patches of white, you may have snow mold. We’ll explain what snow mold is and how to prevent it from affecting your lawn.
How to Clean Shower Doors
Soap scum, hard water stains, and pesky streaks can all take away from the neat appearance of a glass shower door. We’ll walk you through how to clean shower doors and prevent stains and grime from building up.
5 Best Deck Paints (2024 Guide)
In this review and buying guide, our team recommends the best deck paints to fit a range of outdoor spaces, preferences, and climates.
Best Tool Sets of 2024 (Our Top Picks)
Whether you’re hanging a picture frame in your new home, planting flowers for the spring season, or working on your car, these tool kits will help make your life easier. Keep reading to learn about the best tool sets available on Amazon and your local home center.
See the Before Photos of TOH’s Dorchester Triple Decker Project
Check out This Old House Season 42’s latest project—the restoration of a 1905 three-family home with fire damage in Dorchester, Mass.
How to Re-Paint an Old Radiator Cover
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique demonstrates how to safely repaint a radiator cover that tested positive for lead paint.
How To Identify and Remove a Load-Bearing Wall
Learn how to spot load-bearing walls in your home and follow our safety guidelines for removing them without compromising your structure.
S19 E12: Radiator Paint, Load-Bearing Wall
Richard replaces a weird shower valve with a conventional pressure balanced one; Mauro repaints a radiator cover with lead paint on it; Tom explains how to identify and remove load-bearing walls.
S42 E12: Pizza Time
Inside the house, the work is busy with floor installation, and the design plans for the master bath are finalized. Outside, a custom pizza oven and fireplace arrive, as well the plants and the new pool cover.
Insider Q&A with Carpenter Nathan Gilbert (February 2, 2021 at 5 PM ET)
In order to view these Q&As, you must have access to YouTube or belong to our private Facebook group just for Insiders. You will need to provide your member ID or account email in order to be accepted into the Facebook group.
Best Lawn Care Services
Professional lawn care can create and maintain a lush, green lawn. This comprehensive guide to the best lawn care services will help you choose the best company for your home’s needs.
S42 E11: Design Elements
Ceiling mounted speakers disappear in plaster. The new HVAC system gets turned on. New garage doors are side-mounted. The pool is lowered into place. The homeowner makes kitchen design choices.