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100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100

Invest a little cash and get a big improvement in how your home looks and feels. The editors of This Old House give you their top tips… more

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100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100: Kitchen

by the editors of This Old House

For less than the price of a week's groceries, you can perk up a the hub of the house. The editors of This Old House show you how…more

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100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100: Bed and Bath

by the editors of This Old House

For a mere pittance, you can add sparkle to the ares of your house where you relax. This Old House editors show you how…more

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How to Add Blasts of Bright Color

Choose neighboring hues on the color wheel, then warm one up and cool one down for a harmonious scheme

How to Choose Exterior Paint Schemes
How to Choose Exterior Paint Schemes

In this how-to video, This Old House host Kevin O'Connor uses computer software to help homeowners choose the perfect exterior paint colors

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How to Create a Vintage Tile Tabletop

You loved how Salvage Challenger Rosi Zingales upgraded her home with vintage tiles. And I did, too. Here's how she helped create a vintage tile tabletop.

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How to Paint a Wood Floor

Turn a worn floor into a cottage classic with a simple checkerboard pattern

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Add a Pop of Color With Wainscot Stripes

For a decorative take on a classic wall finish, put some bold strokes below a chair rail

New Alternative for Wood Outdoor Structures

It's durable, low-maintenance, and stylish enough to trick even the staunchest traditionalist

How to Upgrade Outlets to GFCI

Is your wiring more than 20 years old? Consider this safety upgrade

How to Replicate an Existing Plaster Crown Molding Profile

Get custom crown for only $2 per linear foot

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