Kitchens
7 Kitchen Flooring Ideas for the Busiest Room in Your House
Picking the ideal kitchen flooring is an important investment in your home. Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of popular kitchen flooring materials.
Installing Flooring or Cabinets: Which Comes First?
Should you install a kitchen floor before the cabinets?
Running Electricity to Your Kitchen Island
Running electricity to your island shouldn’t be too difficult, especially if you’re taking out the existing cabinets.
The Best Backsplash Materials for Your Kitchen
Backsplashes are the decorative focal point of your kitchen. From ceramic tile to wood, here are the best backsplash materials to choose from.
How to Paint a Faux-Marble Countertop
Wondering if you can create a marble effect on your laminate surface? Read these steps to discover what you need to make marble countertop paint for much less.
How to Make an End-Grain Cutting Board
Turn a piece of scrap wood into a useful butcher block.
All About Kitchens
The kitchen is often called the heart of the home, and for good reason. This high-traffic zone has evolved from a utilitarian workspace, once hidden away from the rest of the house, into a place to connect with family, share informal meals and even entertain guests. It’s also one of the most complex and costly rooms in the house to renovate. Here’s what you need to know about your kitchen.
How To Build a DIY Breakfast Bar
Add more counter space to your kitchen with a breakfast bar. We share our approaches and top tips to help you make a DIY breakfast bar.
Kitchen Faucet Parts: Everything You Need To Know
Your kitchen faucet is one of the most-used parts of your kitchen. Whether you’re buying or looking to replace parts, here’s what you need to know about it.
How To Fix a Leaky Faucet With Easy to Follow Steps
Read our guide to learn how to fix a leaky faucet step by step, including instructions for different kinds of faucets.
Plan the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen
There are some important factors to consider when planning your outdoor kitchen.
All About Ceramic Subway Tile
Learn more about the timeless appeal of ceramic subway tiles including their versatility, design options, and the impact they can make in any space.
Replacement Cabinet Doors for Your Kitchen
Thinking about replacing your kitchen cabinet doors? Consider the costs and effort required when deciding how to update your cabinets.
What to Know About Non-Toxic Kitchen Cabinets
Protect your health by choosing one of these non-toxic materials for your cabinets.
How to Install Kitchen Cabinets With Simple to Follow Steps
From preparing your space to adjusting the doors, here's how to install and put your kitchen cabinets into place.
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding
Read our guide to learn how to paint your kitchen cabinets without having to sand them first. You can get professional-looking results in less time and for less money.
How To Deal with Common Kitchen Plumbing Problems
Kitchen plumbing issues can be a nuisance, but most are easy to fix yourself. Here’s how to handle leaks and clear clogs in your kitchen.
Read This Before Hiring a Kitchen Designer
Tired of your outdated kitchen design? Read on to learn how to find a kitchen designer and fund a kitchen design service.
Crush-Worthy Ice Tray
Just in time for summer's dog days, an easy way to cool your drinks
How to Shorten a Gas Pipe to Fit an Oven
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shortens a gas pipe for a homeowner whose new stove does not fit against the wall because it is getting stuck on the pipe
How to Install and Maintain a Water Filter Under the Sink
Installing a water filter under your sink can remove contaminants, sediment, and unpleasant tastes. Read how to install this system yourself in our step-by-step guide.
Kitchen Before and After: Expanding a Small Kitchen
Several separate rooms unite to create one comfortable food-prep and hangout space with style to spare
How Kitchen Renovations can Impact a Renovation Budget
Learn how kitchen upgrades—from utility modifications to appliance purchases—can impact a home renovation budget in this guide.
How To Repair a Custom Cabinet Frame
Do you have a crack in your cabinet frame? Here's how a pro tackled this repair in the field with no expensive tools or machinery.
How to Replace an Old Kitchen Sink With a New One
Give your kitchen a quick update by replacing an old kitchen sink with a new one using our easy to follow guide.
What Is It? | Blue Teardrop
Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor shows a blue plastic teardrop, but What Is It?
How to Upgrade to Soft-Close Cabinets in a few Easy Steps
Consider installing soft-close cabinets if you want to quiet down your kitchen a bit. Our guide tells you how to install these cabinets, how much money you'll spend along the way, and much more.
Before and After Kitchen: Vintage Charmer
A 19th-century farmhouse finally gets the warm, period-style kitchen it deserves
What Is It? | White Orb on Strings
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows a white orb on strings, but What Is It?
How To Size a Kitchen Island
Our guide teaches you how to size a kitchen island to create a functional, attractive, and well-proportioned centerpiece in your kitchen.
How To Install a Reverse Osmosis Water Filter
Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows you how to install a simple reverse osmosis water filter system.