This Old House Archives

How to choose energy-saving lighting for an eco-friendly house

The master suite gets a bath worthy of its name

Boost your home's value by making it a little easier on the eyes

How to prevent ice and storms from breaking one trunk off a double-trunk tree

Take preventative measures to protect your children from household dangers

An idyllic tradition packs big personality into small spaces

Get ideas and tips for designing a getaway of your own

Who says your garden has to be on the ground? An environmentally friendly trend grows—on...

When it comes to saving the world, the kids are all right

Your old house reveals new charms when you uncover the personal possessions—and with them, the...

Tools and toys for pint-sized DIYers

Today's options span the gamut, ranging from traditional and ornamental to modern and minimalist

We stayed on one floor of the East Boston project house while the crew tore up the other two....

Don't let a lack of acreage stand between you and a bountiful flower bed: The philosophy behind...

What happens when you love the man but can't stand his plans?

Products that are fun for little ones and pleasing to parents

Today's play structures allow kids to live out their playtime fantasies right in their own backyard

Clever new tools take on a familiar task: the turn of the screw

They had big plans for the little space, determined to enhance its antique charm. Here's how they...

Tools can be just as gorgeous as the home you make and maintain with them

How do I stop a pergola from being blown over?