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Maker Interview: Corey Decker of Sawdust 2 Stitches

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Corey Decker from Sawdust 2 Stitches in this installment of the House One Maker series.
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Maker Interview: Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress

House One’s Jenn Largesse interviews Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: John Malecki

House One’s Aaron Massey interviews John Malecki in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Ben Uyeda of Homemade Modern

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Maker Ben Uyeda of Homemade Modern in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Wall Colors You Can Use To Help You Improve Your Sleep

Learn more about color psychology and determine which shades can help you get a better night's sleep by following our bedroom color guide.
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How to Deep Clean Your Dishwasher

Did you know that your dishwasher actually needs to be cleaned too? Follow the steps in our guide to give your dishwasher a deep clean.
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How To Build a Custom Built-In Shelving Unit in 13 Steps

DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to build custom shelving units around an existing fireplace mantel for a custom, built-in look.
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A Cape Cod-Style House Worth the Wait

Determined to get it right, a couple take their time—10-plus years—putting a plan in place to transform their 1970s house into the open, light-filled, character-rich home they always wanted.
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How To Prep Your Home's Fireplace for New Tile Installation

Fireplaces can make beautiful home additions, but is yours outdated? Here's how you can update your mantel and prepare it for new tiling.
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How to Tile a Fireplace

Learn how to tile a fireplace hearth and surround. This Old House expert Jenn Largesse walks you through the entire process.
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Making Progress at the 2020 Idea House: Farmhouse in Fairfield County

Our Fairfield County, Connecticut Farmhouse is coming to life—here’s a look behind the scenes!
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How to Make a DIY Circle Jig for a Router

A router and a simple DIY circle jig can make cutting perfect circles a piece of cake. Watch this video to learn how.
House One's Jenn Largesse builds tall, tapered planters for an entryway
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How To Make a Tall, Tapered Planter

This Old House DIY Expert & House One’s Jenn Largesse shows use a miter saw to create a tall, tapered planter for under $30.
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How to Make Geometric Planters

This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to set up a miter saw to create geometric planter, shelves, and more.
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How to Paint a Geometric Accent Wall

This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to prep and paint an accent wall with three colors arranged in a geometric pattern.
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S41 E26: Move in Day

Work is complete on the Cape Ann Shingle Style project. The team tours the finished home, celebrating all of the repaired historic details and the new elements that keep with its original style.
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S18 E26: Shower Cartridge, Turning a Bowl

Nathan shows Kevin some old drywall paneling he found, and Richard teaches a homeowner how to clean her shower cartridge. Tom teaches Kevin the basics of using a lathe, and then they turn a bowl together.
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How to Clean a Clogged Shower Cartridge

Learn how to clean a clogged shower cartridge with this video and our companion guide.
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How To Make a Bowl on a Lathe

Learn how to make your own wooden bowl on a lathe from This Old House general contractor Tom Silva in our step-by-step guide.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Making a Cat Bed From a Basket

Need a place for your cat to nap? You can make an easy DIY cat bed for your feline using plywood, a basket, and some creativity.
House One's Jenn Largesse builds a shoe dresser
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How to Build a Shoe Dresser

Learn how to build a shoe dresser with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor, Jenn Largesse.
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How to Build a DIY Mid-Century-Style Desk

Build a Midcentury-style desk with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor, Jenn Largesse.
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How To Stain an Adirondack Chair

See how to properly stain an Adirondack chair with This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse.
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Brown Spots in Grass: Identification and Prevention

Your lawn could have brown spots for a variety of reasons—fungus, excessive thatch, and poor soil quality, to name a few. We’ll show you how to identify, repair, and prevent brown spots.