This Old House Archives
January 2008
10 Great Space Savers
Deft multitaskers, quick-changing transformers, and masters of illusion are what characterize the...
10 Ways to Shrink Your Energy Bills
Spend a little, save a lot, or spend a whole bunch and save even more. Here are 10 ways to shave...
11 Ways to Save While You Splurge
Easy ways to cut costs, not corners, on some of the most high-end home-improvement projects
A Loft Grows Up
Lessons from a couple who refined their former factory space...
A Spacious and Eco-Friendly Bath Makeover
Borrowed square footage is put to work as an efficient bath equipped with luxurious amenities
Behind the Scenes at the Cambridge House
A rainy day at the Cambridge house didn't stop Kevin from taking some behind-the-scenes shots of...
Builder's Math for Kids
Fun home improvement-based projects from PBS' CYBERCHASE that reinforce important math concepts
Chimney Toppers
Use the reclaimed clay pots to improve fireplace draw or enhance your landscape
Condensation Problems
Why does condensation form on the inside of my windows every winter morning?
Crown Molding Materials
Installing molding where walls meet ceiling adds character and value to your home. But the...
Decorative Flakes for Epoxy-Coated Floors
With a flick of your wrist, you can change the entire look of your floor using a sprinkle of...
From Animal House to Our House
A rowdy fraternity had totally trashed the 1897 brick row house. Then a pair of professors bought...
Hardware to Wear
Silver-hammer earrings, nut-and-bolt wedding bands, and other home improvement-themed gifts for...
How to Anchor a Towel Bar
Provide rock-solid support for those wall-mounted fixtures in the bathroom
How to Epoxy-Coat a Garage Floor
Epoxy not only tops off the pro look of a garage but also resists oil stains, beads water, and...
How to Install Replacement Windows
Ready-to-install replacement units give you high performance and good looks with a minimum of fuss
How to Patch a Concrete Floor
For a long-lasting repair, pay close attention to the edges and the mix
How to Repair Rotted Trim with Epoxy
Seamless and easy to use, epoxy is a smart option when the rot affects a small area
How to Transform an Old Chimney Pot Into a Garden Light
Turn a salvaged chimney pot into a unique garden light in 6 easy steps. This Old House Features...
In Fine Detail
The 1910 house had strong, simple moldings and millwork. A remodel turned it into a full-blown...
Kitchen Cabinets: 9 Things You Need to Know
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his selection and installation tips
Non-Profits Help New Orleans Rebuild
During the making of the This Old House New Orleans Rebuilds episodes, we found many worthy...
Norm's Notebook: Routers
Master carpenter Norm Abram's techniques for routers
Painting Double-Hungs From the Outside
It's all about how you move the sash
Restoring Cultured Marble
Is there anything I can do to restore my scratched, dull cultured marble vanity top?
Sneak Peek: New Orleans Rebuilds
This Old House travels to New Orleans to help Holy Cross homeowner Rashida Ferdinand rebuild her...
Sneak Peek: Season 7 of Ask This Old House
The new episodes of Ask This Old House are airing now on PBS. Check our TV Listings for show...
Snow Blowers
Snow blowers have come a long way from their humble origins. See the best of today's models
Stair Runners
Create a stairway to heaven with one of these beautiful new runners
The Newton House: After
One family renovates the house of their dreams with the intention of staying a lifetime
Urban Planning
Here are some tips for tackling an urban loft redo
What You Need to Know About Lead
Learn more about this potentially deadly substance
Wide World of Epoxy
Because of their unrivaled adhesive strength and ability to resist water and chemicals, epoxies...
Working the Angles
These are the tools you need to measure, lay out, and make accurate cuts of any degree