Most folks may tackle two or three houses in a lifetime. This Old House TV's crew has taken on 59—and counting. What they've discovered in the last three decades is sure to help any home improver
Siting an addition for maximum passive solar heating is a nearly cost-free way to warm it up. And when the summer's dog days roll around, don't underestimate the cooling effect of overhangs, awnings, and well-placed trees. As we've demonstrated many times at project houses—such as the 1999 Key West house—when you're installing new windows, opt for high-efficiency models that let in plenty of light without allowing heat to build up inside.
"We've seen paint come a long way over the years. Today's low-VOC versions can cover in one coat—even dark colors." —Norm Abram, TOH Master Carpenter
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