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How to Build an Art Caddy
Need an organizer for art or school supplies? You can make one yourself using only scrap wood materials. Watch DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse show you the steps for building a helpful wooden art caddy.
S18 E24: Pantry Doors, Reflective Shingle
Nathan installs bypass doors for a pantry; Richard tests different smart automatic water shutoff valves; Ross explores asphalt roof shingles that can reflect some of the sun’s heat.
How To Install Bypass Sliding Pantry Doors
Learn how to install bypass sliding pantry doors with expert tips from This Old House’s Nathan Gilbert. Find out more here.
How To Test Smart Automatic Water Shutoff Valves
Learn how to minimize water damage from leaks and floods in your home by installing and testing a smart water shutoff valve.
How Cool Roof Shingles Work
Solar reflective roof shingles are an innovative technology that can lower your heating and cooling costs and be better for the environment.
S41 E24: Don’t Rip It, Restore It
Richard learns about the invention of the Stillson wrench, and Mauro repairs old plaster. Norm then repairs broken balusters, and Heath installs a new panel. Venetian plaster goes on the dining room ceiling.
Idea House Build: The House Gets a Rose and a Test | Cottage on the Cape (E4)
Chris lends a hand to Russ, who is installing a compass rose design among the shingles above the garage. Then, a blower door test gauges how tight the home is. Hoping to improve their results, Chris searches for any leaks in the envelope.
How To Connect Steel Gas Pipes
Are you having gas piping work done? Learn about a new method professionals use to connect gas pipes from This Old House's Richard Trethewey.
How To Install a USB Outlet | This Old House: Live
Watch as Ask This Old House Master Electrician Heath Eastman updates a standard receptacle in his own kitchen to one that has USB inputs.
The 5 Best Grout Cleaners (2024 Review)
Unlike many surfaces in your kitchen or bathroom, grout can be difficult to clean because it’s porous. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best grout cleaners on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Electronic Deadbolts (2024 Guide)
An electronic deadbolt arms your home with secure, keyless entry and allows you to get back into your house should you lose your key. Our review looks at the best electronic deadbolts on today's market.
The 5 Best Steam Mops (2022 Review)
Steam mops remove tough grime from hard floors around your home using hot water vapor instead of harsh chemicals. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best steam mops on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
A Tiny Cottage Transformation Into a Unique Family Home
See how this modest 1937 cottage grows into a unique family home, thanks to a couple’s passion for preserving and building upon its homespun appeal.
How to Install an Egress Window for Safety and Aesthetic
Installing an egress window improves your home's safety in an emergency. Our guide covers egress window installation steps and tips.
How to Improve Bathroom Ventilation Problems
This guide has tips on how to fix ventilation issues in your bathroom, especially if your home’s design makes it difficult to fight moisture.
Best Mattress for Side Sleepers
Side sleepers need a mattress that combines back and neck support with pressure relieving comfort. Find the best mattress for side sleepers with our extensive guide outlining the 9 top reviewed mattresses (plus tips for making the right choice for you).
S18 E23: Mantel, Too Many Light Switches
Richard tests a faucet, and Mark installs a mantel. Ross and Mauro discuss why and how to remove cigarette smell from a home. Then, Heath connects four separate switches that control six lights in the same room.
S41 E23: Window on Restoration
In this episode, the original leaded glass windows are repaired, and Jenn and Fred plant a bed of perennials along the new driveway. Mini splits solve a ductwork problem, and homeowner Molly and her designer Shelby make design decisions. Then, Tom tackles tricky original trim.
How To Install a Mantel on a Stone Fireplace
Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough travels to Chicago to install a wood mantel on a homeowner’s 1980s contemporary fireplace.
Understanding the Dangers of Thirdhand Smoke
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey and painter Mauro Henrique discuss how to remove a cigarette smell from a home and why it is important to do so.
How To Wirelessly Connect Multiple Light Switches in Your Home
Ask This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman helps a homeowner connect four separate switches to control six lights in the same room.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Georgia
Living without air conditioning in the middle of a Georgia summer can throw a wrench in your day. Fortunately, a home warranty can help. Keep reading for the best home warranty companies in Georgia.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Nevada
When your dishwasher breaks or your garage door stops working, a home warranty can protect against the high costs of repairs and replacements on major systems and appliances. Read on to learn about the best home warranty companies in Nevada.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Oregon
An Oregon home warranty can save homeowners time and money when a major system or appliance breaks down. Read on for the top home warranty companies in the state.
Best Home Warranty Companies in Iowa
A home warranty can save you hundreds of dollars on expensive repair and replacement costs for systems and appliances that have broken down. If you’re looking for home warranty coverage in Iowa, keep reading for our top recommendations and tips for choosing the best home protection plan.