Kitchen How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our kitchen step-by-step tips & ideas.
How to Make Room for a Wide Refrigerator in 5 Simple Steps
Have you recently moved to a new home with a refrigerator alcove that's just a touch too small? You can fix that. Learn more here.
How To Replace a PVC Sink Trap
Learn how to replace a leaky PVC sink trap in this guide, with tips from This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
Stylish Kitchen Upgrades From DIY Kits
Bring more order and a custom look to your cook space with 6 easy projects that come in a box
Get a Handle on the Kitchen Faucet
Learn the name and function of all the parts of your single-handle faucet so you can decide whether to repair it yourself or call in a pro.
How to Repair Laminate Counters
Quick tips for repairing damaged laminate counters with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
Anatomy of a Modern Vintage Kitchen
Learn pros' tricks for creating an open-plan, multipurpose space with just the right dose of old-fashioned charm
How to Add Kitchen Cabinet Storage
Gaining valuable storage space with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Open Up a Cramped Kitchen
A dark and dreary kitchen becomes a sun-filled showpiece and gathering spot
How To Replace an Old Faucet
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows the proper way to replace an old kitchen faucet.
How to Make New Cabinet Doors From Old Shutters
Use this guide to source vintage shutters and turn them into the budget-friendly, sustainable cabinets of your dreams.
How to Install Under Cabinet Lighting
Follow these instructions to install under-cabinet lighting in your kitchen, including adding a dimmer switch.
How To Repair a Garbage Disposal
If your garbage disposal suddenly stops working, it's likely jammed. Read our simple guide to fix your garbage disposal yourself.
How To Install a Soapstone Countertop
Soapstone is a soft, dark stone that makes a gorgeous kitchen countertop. Learn how to cut and install one yourself.
How to Hang Kitchen Cabinets
The right way to put up cabinets with tight joints, flush frames, and perfectly aligned doors
How to Install and Maintain a Propane-Fueled Stove
Installing a propane-fueled stove allows you to control temperature and heat more easily, and is great for homes without natural gas lines. Read how to install these stove types in our step-by-step guide.
How To Miter Corners in a Laminate Countertop
Achieve a professional-looking finish for your kitchen by mitering corners in a laminate countertop for a clean look.
How to Laminate a Countertop
Want to refresh your countertops at a fractions of the price? Installing laminate countertops is well within the reach of seasoned DIYers.
How To Build a Ventilated Cabinet Door
Increase airflow while refreshing your storage space with custom ventilated cabinet doors. Follow these easy steps to build your own.
How to Remove Stains from Kitchen Countertops
Learn effective methods to remove stains from kitchen countertops, including natural stone, laminate, and quartz.
Easy Kitchen and Bath Upgrades
Put in a little do-it-yourself time to make hardworking areas more practical and polished
How to Lay Out a Kitchen
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and kitchen designer Kathy Marshall walk through the process of defining a new kitchen
A Step by Step Guide for How to Replace a Broken Tile
Cracked tiles are both an eyesore and a hazard. Learn how to replace a broken tile like a pro with our step-by-step guide.
How to Repair a Kitchen Sink Sprayer
In this how-to video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey fixes a faulty sink sprayer
How to Install a Garbage Disposal
In this how-to video, learn to replace a garbage disposal with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
How To Reface Kitchen Cabinets
Our guide helps you reface your kitchen cabinets for a modern, updated look that saves time and money.
Pull-Out Kitchen Shelves: Installation in 8 Steps
Norm Abram shows how to create easy access to items by building sliding kitchen shelves in a base cabinet.
A Comprehensive Guide to Grout: Texture, Color, and Resistances
Grout comes in a variety of different textures, colors, and resistance levels. Read on to figure out which grout is right for your project.
Guide to Redesigning Your Kitchen
Transform your kitchen with our comprehensive redesign guide. We share expert tips on layout, materials, and budget.
Outdoor Kitchens
Why run back and forth to the house when you can move everything you need outside?
Adding Glide-Out Shelves to Expand Your Kitchen's Space
Read our guide to learn how to expand your kitchen's storage space by building and adding glide-out shelves.
Collection Agents
Recycling is part of life for many homeowners. Here's a rundown of products and ideas that make it easier.
Fixing a Leaky Faucet
How to stop that steady drip, drip, drip