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How to Hang Bikes in a Garage
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner and her daughter hang their bikes in a small garage
4 Greenhouses Made From Recycled Windows
Check out these smart, budget-friendly tricks to create your own backyard greenhouse with salvaged materials.
How to Replace a Rotted Garage Door Post
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva comes to the rescue and saves a neglected, badly decayed garage-door post and jambs
A Guide to Garage Organization, Storage, and Cleaning
Here are 19 garage organization ideas and tips to help start cleaning up and maximizing your garage space.
6 Steps to Building an Addition Over a Garage
One the most cost-effective ways to gain bedroom space is to expand the area above your car’s resting spot with a garage add on.
Photoshop Redo: Sprucing Up a Basic Split-Level
A bold new approach to the garage and a clever trim treatment boost character
How to Upgrade a Garage Floor with an Epoxy Coat
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor assists epoxy-coating expert Doug Fasching in creating a good-looking, hardwearing, stain-resistant garage floor
All About Garage Doors
No longer an afterthought, they're stronger, more weathertight, and brimming with character. The experts at This Old House help you pick a new garage door to complement your home
How to Install a Garage Storage System
Adding garage storage with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
Fixing an Unfit Garage
The TOH TV project house has a garage that stands out, but not in a good way. Learn how the project team is taming it—and see more overhaul strategies for your car's rest area
Adding Carriage-Style Garage Doors
See what's involved when installation pros upgrade generic overhead garage doors to old-world carriage-house openers
How to Install a Garage Door
Assembling and hanging a new garage door with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
From Garage to Comfy Rec Room
An underused outbuilding becomes a getaway space for the whole family
Converting a Garage
Gain a guest or rec room without having to add on
5 Tips for Maintaining Garden Fountains
Without regular care, a bubbling fountain can quickly go from lovely to grubby. Follow these steps to properly care for your garden fountain.
How to Apply an Epoxy Coating to a Garage Floor
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the steps to creating a durable, stain-resistant garage floor
How to Muffle a Noisy Garage-Door Opener
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to cut the clamor of a noisy garage-door opener
Garage-Door Glam
Down-home barn doors, Victorian carriage-house entrance, Tudor castle gates—with garage doors, the facades and the fantasies are endless.
Driveway Jazz Up
How to transform—or take the focus off—a boring, straight driveway
Building a Car-Nut's Garage
Fixing up the garage may be last on the family priority list, but it's often first in the heart of those who love the smell of gasoline and the roar of a Chevy small-block V-8.
Create Your Own Garage Storage Plan
There's untapped potential in any garage to make room for more storage. Here are some rules from the pros.
How to Install Outdoor Garage Lights
A step-by-step guide to lighting the driveway with outdoor garage light fixtures with a motion sensor.
Guide to Buying a Garage Door
Here are the materials, insulation, installation, and maintenance considerations to help you select the best garage door for your home.