Bonus Online Features for May 2008

May 2008 cover

Expand your know-how with online articles and tools related to stories you've read in the magazine.

  • Make Mom Happy

    Easy updates [XLINK {http://search.thisoldhouse.com/search.html?D=easy+update&sid=119639C1F387&Ntt=easy+update&Ntk=main&internalid=endeca_dimension&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&N=4294959847&Nty=1} {more}]

    Create a Great Backyard

    All you need to know about gardening [XLINK {http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/gardening} {more}]

    TOH Tip (p. 20)

    Tell Us Your Tips

    Submit your favorite tips to Around the House [XLINK {https://youroldhouse.thisoldhouse.com/tips/index.jsp} {more}]

    Kitchen Design (p. 23)

    More Storage Solutions

    Smart and easy ideas [XLINK {1195128} {more}]

    Entry Lights (p. 29)

    Outdoor Sconces

    Check out more options [XLINK {20193105} {more}]

    Easy Care Roses (p. 35)

    Climbing Roses

    Learn all about these vinelike plants [XLINK {20183656} {more}]

    Water, Water Everywhere (p. 41)

    Keep Your Basement Dry

    If your basement's soggy, dry it out [XLINK {220912} {more}]

    Watch a video on fixing a leaking basement wall [XLINK {1631555} {more}]

    Find out about drainage and landscaping techniques that direct water away from your house [XLINK {20180459} {more}]

    Simply Shaker (p. 45)

    Vintage Looks for Kitchens and Baths

    Updated vintage [XLINK {1545183} {more}]

    Retro redo [XLINK {266313} {more}]

    Modern bath, classic looks [XLINK {20046777} {more}]

    Victorian Garden Urns (p. 51)

    Build a Fountain

    Read the complete step-by-step for this project [XLINK {20192998} {more}]

    Watch the video [XLINK {20193839} {more}]

  • House Calls (p. 55)

    More Ideas for Half Baths

    Get inspired by these inventive projects [XLINK {1158739} {more}]

    Toolbox: Kitchen Drawer Essentials (p. 59)

    Tools For Mom

    See our reviews of the best tools specially designed for women [XLINK {1189966} {more}]

    Step-by-Step: Laying a Brick Path (p. 65)

    Lay a Brick Walkway

    Watch [ITALIC TOH] landscape contractor Roger Cook lay a brick walkway [XLINK {20057405} {more}]

    Watch [ITALIC TOH] landscape contractor Roger Cook lay a gravel path [XLINK {20057410} {more}]

    Rooms with a View (p. 72)

    Build a Fire Pit

    Step-by-step instructions for building your own fire pit [XLINK {1636191} {more}]

    The High-tech, Low-Fuss Deck (p. 80)

    Install a Composite Deck

    Watch [ITALIC TOH] general contractor Tom Silva install a composite deck [XLINK {1639314} {more}]

    The Just-Big-Enough House (p. 86)

    New Orleans Project Before Photos

    See before pictures of the New Orleans house [XLINK {20165348} {more}]

    10 Smart Reasons to Remodel Now (p. 93)

    Working with Contractors

    Get eight smart tips for working with contractors [XLINK {199776} {more}]

    The Best Seats Not in the House (p. 96)

    17 of Our Favorite Outdoor Spaces

    Editors' picks: the best gardens, backyards, and more [XLINK {1567553} {more}]

    What It Takes to Build an Heirloom (p. 100)

    Build a Bookcase

    Build your own bookcase with this step-by-step project [XLINK {20186212} {more}]

    Family Project: Building a Tree Swing (p. 107 insert)

    Fun Ideas for Kids and Adults

    Watch a pro build it [XLINK {20177689} {more}]

    Get step-by-step instructions [XLINK {20195836} {more}]

    Ask This Old House (p. 117)

    Spring Upkeep

    Spruce up your yard and home with tips and advice in our spring upkeep bonanza [XLINK {http://www.thisoldhouse.com/spring-upkeep} {more}]

    Sports Illustrated: TOH Homeowner

    Fast Grass

    Seed more your speed? Learn to sow with how-tos [XLINK {20053962} {more}]

    Eco-Friendly Cool

    Find more earth-friendly home ideas and products [XLINK {http://www.thisoldhouse.com/green} {more}]

    Engineered Hardwood Floors

    Learn how to lay an engineered-wood floor with a step-by-step how-to [XLINK {216032} {more}]

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