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How to Turn an Interior Door into a Headboard
Repurpose a paneled beauty for a bit of classic master bedroom adornment
Tool Test: Mini Reciprocating Saws
With their rapid back-and-forth sawing motion, reciprocating saws chew through nearly anything. Check out this new breed that can be used one-handed to reach tight spots
Building Blocks for a Perfect Patio
The experts at This Old House give pointers on picking the right surface to suit your patio's function, its surroundings, and your budget
How to Properly Vent a Bathroom
Keeping a bathroom dry and mold-free is a matter of making sure the stale and humid air has a way to escape
Backyard Remodel: Living Large in a Small Yard
Check out these seven strategies for turning a not-so-big yard into a series of beautiful, useful outdoor rooms.
S32 E26: So Long To Silver Lake
Work on the Los Angeles project wraps up with the finishing touches both outside and in. We reveal the space and landscaping. The family congratulates everyone on a job well done.
Planter Fix: Drill a Drainage Hole
Every planter needs a drainage hole to prevent root rot. TOH shows you how to do it yourself
S9 E26: Yard Cleanup, Thermostats, Carpet Tiles
Roger and Kevin do some yard clean-up using rakes, blowers and lawn vacuums. Richard shows how HVAC thermostat technology has evolved over the years. Tom installs carpet tiles over a concrete floor.
How to Upgrade Your Cubicle (and Your Career)
Show the boss you're management material with an executive upgrade to your drab workspace
S32 E25: More Spanish Style
A new custom garage door blends with the period of the house. The front gates are installed. Kevin shows the front yard, hardware and light fixtures, then visits a spectacular Spanish style house.
Home Inspection Nightmares XXIII
Blocked breaker boxes, trapped animals, and a new take on the "home theater." Check out the latest wild discoveries made by house inspectors, courtesy of the ASHI Reporter
A Decade to the Perfect Family Farmhouse
The walls were packed with acorns and mummified squirrels, and raccoons were living in the barn. Still, one undeterred couple set out to turn this centuries-old farm into the ultimate family nest
S9 E25: Vinyl Floor Demo, Salvage Yard, Plumbing Vent
Tom removes a vinyl kitchen floor. Kevin tours an architectural salvage yard for vintage house parts. The guys ask: "What is it?" and Richard eliminates a gurgling sound coming from bathroom plumbing.
All About Vinyl Flooring
Durable and easy to maintain, this practical, affordable floor covering is continually improving in looks and performance
S32 E24: Spanish Plaster, Soapstone, and a Star
Kitchen cabinets, soapstone countertops, an archway and a coved ceiling are installed. Richard helps with a pedestal sink. The Juliette balcony and decorative iron balustrade are installed.
10 Hard-Working Rooms That Make Life Easier
Packed with clever built-ins, space-maximizing storage, and nifty organizers, these high-functioning mudrooms, pantries, laundries, and potting rooms offer great ideas to streamline daily life
How to Build a Cocktail Hutch
Turn a plain pine cabinet into a sophisticated vertical bar by adding crown molding and custom rack assemblies
How to Build a Classic Storage Chest
From our Hammer It Out series: Relegate those plastic bins to their rightful place and replace them with classic wood storage
How to Build a Storage Cocktail Hutch
From our new Hammer It Out series: A tall and slender cabinet for provides a handy and attractive place to store barware and display spirits
How to Build a Home Bar
From our new Hammer It Out series: Create a stately and sophisticated gathering place for mixing and serving drinks
S9 E24: Storage Cabinet, Flood Protection
Tom and Kevin build a tool storage cabinet, perfect for any basement or garage. The guys ask "What is it?" Kevin and a damage prevention specialist protect a house from catastrophic floods.
How to Build a Storage Chest
Join oak lumber with wood dowels to create a modern take on Shaker-style storage.
How to Install a Green Roof
Cut energy bills and reduce the strain on the environment with a roof covered in sedums
25 DIY Fundamentals
The experts at This Old House share their top tips and techniques for sprucing up and keeping up your home without having to call in the pros
S32 E23: Kevin Goes Hollywood
The 1930s floors are matched with red oak and walnut. The new back terrace, with corbels and tile, is constructed. We see attractive low water plants. Kevin gets a close look at the Hollywood sign.