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Back-Saving Snow Removal Tools
Even if you own a snow thrower, there are still times when manual means provide the best (and safest) way to clear the white stuff. Here, three of the latest products that make snow removal less of a chore
Photoshop Redo: Elegant Fixes for a Worn Facade
Craftsman-inspired details add symmetry and cohesiveness to a 1920s house
A Primer on Primers
In this era of one-coat paint, priming might seem unnecessary. But primers are still your best bet to ensure a long-lasting, even paint job, and to block stains and odors. Here’s a quick guide to help you select the right primer for your painting project.
3 Types of Door Sweeps
Here are three types of door sweeps (or door bottoms) to consider to help stop the drafts.
How to Build a Simple Mudroom Bench
In just a few hours, Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor turn a single sheet of MDF into a piece of furniture that provides both storage and seating.
Top 20 Best New Home Products | Tools
This Old House begins its celebration of the year’s best new home products. First up: top tools, followed by such popular categories as kitchen, bath, home tech, and outdoors
How to Patch a Chipped Wood Floor
Using only hand tools and a drill, Tom Silva makes minor floor damage disappear with a simple and effective dutchman repair technique
Editor's Picks: Best Tool Gifts | Gift Guide 2018
Building Technology Editor, Thomas Baker, shares his holiday wish list DROP A HINT! See something you want? Use the social media buttons below to share on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest and drop a not-so-subtle hint
How to Get Rid of Mice
When temperatures begin to drop in the fall, mice start hunting for a warm place to spend the winter (and multiply!). Read on for tips on how to keep mice out of your home.
The Best Wood to Burn in Your Fireplace
Planning to keep cozy this winter with a wood-burning fireplace or stove? When buying firewood, don’t be afraid to ask what species you’re getting