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Best Curb Appeal Before and Afters 2011

You showed us your amazing curb appeal transformations. Now see which ones were finalists in our Reader Remodel Contest, as picked by you and the editors of This Old House… more

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Photoshop Redo: Livening Up a Bland Box
by Eric Hagerman
An inviting walkway and an airy new porch bring fresh focus and much-needed character…more
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How to Get Rid of Ice Dams
by The Editors of This Old House
Icicles may be pretty but they can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up into your house. Here are prevention tips, fast fixes, and long-term repairs from the pros at TOH…more
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How to Install a Front-Entry Flagpole

Hanging the Stars and Stripes will give your house a nice seasonal touch of classic Americana. Here's how
How To Install Belgian Block Driveway Edging

Adding a neat row of Belgian block stones to each side of an asphalt driveway will boost its curb appeal while also providing a clear visual aid as you back out or pull in
How to Rewire a Vintage Entry Lantern

Hung in a front entry or a cozy corner indoors, these pendant-style fixtures cast a soft ambient light that's both charming and inviting
Weekend Remodel: How to Clad Concrete Steps in Stone

Overhaul your boring concrete porch with bluestone and natural-stone veneers