This Old House Archives

Deft multitaskers, quick-changing transformers, and masters of illusion are what characterize the...

Spend a little, save a lot, or spend a whole bunch and save even more. Here are 10 ways to shave...

Easy ways to cut costs, not corners, on some of the most high-end home-improvement projects

Lessons from a couple who refined their former factory space...

Borrowed square footage is put to work as an efficient bath equipped with luxurious amenities

A rainy day at the Cambridge house didn't stop Kevin from taking some behind-the-scenes shots of...

Fun home improvement-based projects from PBS' CYBERCHASE that reinforce important math concepts

Use the reclaimed clay pots to improve fireplace draw or enhance your landscape

Why does condensation form on the inside of my windows every winter morning?

Installing molding where walls meet ceiling adds character and value to your home. But the...

With a flick of your wrist, you can change the entire look of your floor using a sprinkle of...

A rowdy fraternity had totally trashed the 1897 brick row house. Then a pair of professors bought...

Silver-hammer earrings, nut-and-bolt wedding bands, and other home improvement-themed gifts for...

Provide rock-solid support for those wall-mounted fixtures in the bathroom

Epoxy not only tops off the pro look of a garage but also resists oil stains, beads water, and...

Ready-to-install replacement units give you high performance and good looks with a minimum of fuss

For a long-lasting repair, pay close attention to the edges and the mix

Seamless and easy to use, epoxy is a smart option when the rot affects a small area

Turn a salvaged chimney pot into a unique garden light in 6 easy steps. This Old House Features...

The 1910 house had strong, simple moldings and millwork. A remodel turned it into a full-blown...

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his selection and installation tips

During the making of the This Old House New Orleans Rebuilds episodes, we found many worthy...

Master carpenter Norm Abram's techniques for routers

It's all about how you move the sash

Is there anything I can do to restore my scratched, dull cultured marble vanity top?

This Old House travels to New Orleans to help Holy Cross homeowner Rashida Ferdinand rebuild her...

The new episodes of Ask This Old House are airing now on PBS. Check our TV Listings for show...

Snow blowers have come a long way from their humble origins. See the best of today's models

Create a stairway to heaven with one of these beautiful new runners

One family renovates the house of their dreams with the intention of staying a lifetime

Here are some tips for tackling an urban loft redo

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Because of their unrivaled adhesive strength and ability to resist water and chemicals, epoxies...

These are the tools you need to measure, lay out, and make accurate cuts of any degree