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Stunning Midcentury Bathroom Tile Ideas
To embody midcentury modern design in the bath, turn to today’s tile. An array of colors, shapes, patterns, and combos lets you make a striking statement against sleek fixtures and surfaces.
LG Refrigerator Review (2023 Top Picks)
LG is one of the top brands for home appliances, including refrigerators of various types and sizes. Here are our picks for the best LG Refrigerators.
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5 Best Samsung Refrigerators (2023 Guide)
Finding a new fridge can be difficult, but Samsung makes it easy with its line of high-quality fridges in various styles. Here are our top picks.
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7 Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly Kitchen
An eco-friendly kitchen is helpful to the environment because it helps reduce your carbon footprint. It also helps you save money by conserving resources and reducing utility bills. Here are some ways for you to create an eco-friendly kitchen.
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Our Favorite Cyber Monday Deals
We've rounded up our favorite Cyber Monday deals. Take a look at our guides for savings on home goods, appliances, electronics, and more.
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Our Favorite Black Friday Deals
We've compiled our favorite Black Friday deals in one place. Check out our guides for discounted home goods, appliances, electronics, and more.
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How to Build a Miter Saw Station
General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor work together to build a storage-rich miter saw station from a set of factory toolboxes.
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The Best Entry-Level Masonry Tools from a Pro
Mason Mark McCullough shows host Kevin O’Connor how a homeowner can build their own kit of masonry tools to tackle almost any project around their homes.
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S22 E8: Winter Prep, Miter Saw Station
Lee shares key tools and products in a winter weather kit; Richard shares a unique water heater; Mark shares homeowner-friendly masonry tools; Tom and Kevin build a new miter saw station.
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S45 E8: Drop in the Gutter
A custom gutter is recessed into the roof overhang. The neighbor's house, one of three designed and built by the same original architect, is toured. New energy-efficient windows are installed.
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How To Install an Iron Railing on Concrete Steps
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner add a wrought-iron railing to his steps to make them safer for children and older adults.
How To Create a Rain Garden
Moisture meters can detect wet, damp surfaces and help homeowners avoid expensive damage. Host Kevin O’Connor learns how to use one from home technology expert Ross Trethewey.
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14 Beautiful Door Trim Styles
Discover attractive doorway casing ideas that will enhance the architecture and décor inside your home.
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All About Portable Power Stations
This new alternative to gas generators makes it push-button easy to get the lights back on when the power goes out.
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How to Build and Maintain an Asphalt Driveway
It’s long-lasting and recyclable, and it weathers extreme temperatures. You can repair small cracks and divots in asphalt, too. Here’s what you need to know to get—and maintain—a great-looking asphalt driveway.
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A Modern Home with a Mission: Exclusive Interview with Lexington Homeowners
Join the This Old House team as we follow an extensive renovation to make life easier for one young boy and his family. The team aims to make their home safer, more accessible, and easier to navigate for anyone with a mobility challenge, and the transformation of this modern midcentury home will be life-changing.
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How to Build a Mobile Kitchen Island
This Old House DIY expert and House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to build a rolling kitchen cart with a butcher-block top.
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How to Remove Pollen Stains from Outdoor Furniture
This guide will explain how to remove pollen from outdoor surfaces to keep chairs, tables, and outdoor cushions clean throughout the pollen-heavy months.
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How to Clean a Faucet Aerator
This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to go with the flow by replacing a plugged-up aerator
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How to Build Upper Kitchen Cabinets | House One
Learn how to build upper kitchen cabinets that sit on top of existing stop cabinets to extend them to the ceiling.
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Why Put a Dryer Sheet in Your Mailbox?
Hint: It’s not about keeping your bills smelling fresh! Placing a dryer sheet in your mailbox is a handy way to stay safe and help your mail carrier stay safe. Consider adding one to your mailbox, especially if some pests are trying to make your mailbox their new home.
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How To Get Rid of Pink Mold in the Shower
Pink mold is a stubborn bacteria can be hard to clean, and even harder to keep it from coming back. This guide will explain everything you need to know about how to get rid of pink mold as well as prevent pink mold in the shower in the first place.
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How to Pressure Wash Your Windows
You’d be surprised how much difference having clean windows can make with your home. But window washing actually isn’t an easy task, especially if you have multiple floors. Here is how to pressure wash windows to achieve sparkling results.
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How to Get Rid of Frogs in Your Yard
Frogs can be an adorable addition to your yard or garden—or they can be a headache. As a homeowner, you’ll have to decide if you want to keep frogs away or not. Here are some tips on what to do if frogs are hopping around your property.
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How to Reglaze Bathroom Tile
You don’t have to live with those old grungy, out-of-style bathroom tiles any longer. And the even better news is that it won’t require a giant demolition project either. Breathe new life into those old tiles by reglazing them altogether. This guide will explain what’s involved, what you need, and the step-by-step of how to reglaze bathroom tiles.
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These Amazon Brand Prime Day Deals Are Going Fast
Shop new Amazon Basics items for your home during Amazon's Prime Day sales event. Here are our top picks.
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10 Drainage Solutions for Your Yard
Dealing with a nasty, returning puddle in a yard can be a real problem for some homeowners. And, no matter what they do, they can’t seem to get ahead of the problem. This guide will highlight some of the most common challenges that arise when dealing with a wet lawn, as well as some potential solutions they can try to dry up their lawn.
7 Best Curb Appeal Ideas That Will Sell Your Home
If your house looks rundown or just plain old unremarkable on the outside, chances are, buyers won’t want to stop and look inside. Here are our tried and true tips to dramatically improve curb appeal so you can confidently sell your home.
How to Clear a Fallen Tree with a Portable Sawmill
Carpenter Nathan Gilbert’s Christmas tree farm suffered some damage from a fallen red oak. Rather than get rid of it, he’s going to turn it into usable slabs of wood for his projects.
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How to Build an Outdoor Sofa
This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build this handsome three-seater outdoor sofa from 2×4 boards.
How to Repair Flagstone Steps
Watch Ask This Old House Mason Mark McCullough help a homeowner repair their flagstone steps in the entryway, making them safe and stable.
Understanding Wire Gauges
Master electrician Heath Eastman teaches host Kevin O’Connor about wire gauges and the applications for different size wires.
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide (2024)
Whether you’re shopping for Mom, Grandma, or another mother in your life, we have you covered. From gardening accessories to power tools, here are a few ideas to get you started.
S44 E21: Exposing Problems
The roof is insulated from the outside. Framing presents a challenge for running pipes. A lighting solution for the new ell is devised, and a lesson is given on how to properly waterproof a roof.
Future House | Wireless EV Chargers
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey takes us to WiTricity to talk about wireless charging for electric vehicles.
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A Simple Guide to Pollinator Plants
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada teaches host Kevin O’Connor the basics of pollinator plants and the role they play for these critical insects and birds.
How to Install a Vented Microwave
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey teams up with a local plumber to install a new stove and a vented microwave to exhaust the fumes.
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How To Organize a Shed
Ask This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner take her cluttered, messy shed and completely organize it using a customizable shelving and storage system.
Why is Furnace Maintenance Important?
Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey teaches host Kevin O’Connor about furnaces and why it’s important to maintain them properly.
How To Install a Pea Stone Walkway
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner connect their driveway to their front walk, matching materials and style for a timeless look.
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Understanding Vapor and Moisture Barriers for the Home
Moisture is one of the home’s worst enemies. It can lurk in almost any area, especially in bathrooms, kitchens, crawl spaces, attics, walls, and basements. Vapor and moisture barriers are a way to control moisture and keep mold and corrosion at bay.
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Winter Home Maintenance Tasks
Keep your home in tip top shape by tackling these maintenance tasks this season.
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The House That Norm Built Premiere Sweepstakes
Are you a Norm superfan? Enter for a chance to win the ultimate Norm fan bundle.
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5 Savvy Uses for Smart Lighting
Sure, you’ll never have to come home to a dark house again. But this technology is also helpful when it comes to home security, monitoring energy usage, and more
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Types of Insulation for Your Home
Proper insulation is the best way to maximize comfort and minimize energy bills. Here are some common types of insulation for your home.