Windows
Find the best window brands and styles for your home, plus expert advice on repairs, replacements, and energy-efficient upgrades.
How to Replace a Skylight
When you're ready to replace your skylight, watch our video to learn how to swap out your old unit for a new one with a watertight seal.
How To Choose Hurricane Window Protection for Your Home
Hurricane window protection can protect your home and loved ones from storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall. Learn more in our guide.
A Step by Step Guide to Repairing Melted Vinyl Siding
Need to fix melted vinyl siding? Our guide explains how to repair it and offers ways to protect your home from further heat damage.
All About Stained Glass Windows
Stained glass windows are popular architectural features. Learn all about these elegant windows and whether they're a good fit for your home.
What's Their Story? Iron Window Guards
Learn the history of the embellished security features
How to Install Interior Window Trim in 5 Simple Steps
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows you how to install interior window trim using hand tools. Follow along to learn how.
12 Surprising Design Uses for Window Film and Appliqués
From privacy and light blocking to decorative accents, learn how window film can transform your space and which films our team recommends.
New Windows Transform a Historic Victorian Mansion
The Stevens Estate, in North Andover, Massachusetts, gets energy-efficient windows that stay true to the mansion's 1886 Victorian architecture
Norm Abram's Tricks of the Trade IV
TOH compiled the latest and greatest from the master carpenter
How to Make Board-and-Batten Shutters
You can enhance your window openings by buying factory-made pairs or save a bundle by building your own
Enhancing Your Home with Custom Windows and Doors
Use oversized windows and doors, like these from Marvin Windows, to create open spaces for entertaining and gathering, both inside and outside the home
How To Attach Window Boxes to Brick Siding
In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows us how to fasten outdoor flower boxes to masonry and brick walls securely.
How to Wash Windows Like a Pro
Quick tips for getting a streak-free shine with window-cleaning expert Garry Jalowka
How to Replace a Leaking Skylight
Got a leaking skylight? Learn how to install a new skylight into an existing opening with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How To Replace a Window Sash Spring Balancer
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva repairs a window that wont stay open by replacing the spring balancer.
How To Replace a Door With a Window
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows the proper way to install a new window into an old doorway opening.
How To Repair Stuck Sash Windows
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to free a painted-shut window, allowing you to use it once again.
How To Install Window Casing for Vinyl Siding
Learn how to replace dull, outdated window jump casing with molded vinyl trim to restore curb appeal without disrupting vinyl siding.
How To Install Window Box Planters
This Old House contractor, Tom Silva, shows how to properly mount window boxes, while landscaper Roger Cook shares expert planting tips.
How To Install a Chimney Liner and Damper
We'll walk you through the steps to create a safe wood-burning fireplace with This Old House host Kevin O'Connor.
How to Replace a Rotted Windowsill
Nobody wants an old, rotted window sill on their home. Follow these steps to improve your home's look and energy efficiency.
How to Replace the Sash Lock on a Vinyl Window
Window sash locks help both security and energy efficiency. When one breaks, follow these repair tips from This Old House expert Tom Silva.
Photoshop Redo: Plain Box Gets Period Charm
Craftsman-inspired upgrades, including a proper front porch, transform a dreary one-story into a cozy bungalow
Increasing Efficiency and Elevating Design With Windows
In a home filled with glass, windows, like these classics from Marvin Windows, are critical both for design and efficiency
How To Install a Skylight
TOH general contractor Tom Silva shows how to install a skylight on your roof. New designs and better flashing make for a watertight seal.
Making Modern Windows Work in a Historic Home
The trick to renovating a historic home is to use replacement windows with authentic period details, like Marvin Windows
How To Build a PVC Window Box: A Step-by-Step Guide
PVC boards offer the look of painted wood plus protection from the elements. Learn to use these in this guide on building a PVC window box.
Comprehensive Guide To Building a Window Cornice
In this guide, we walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to build a new window cornice for your home.
Photoshop Redo: Layering a Ranch With Cottage Charm
A handsome pergola-topped porch gives the eye—and visitors— good reason to linger
Budget Fixes for Drafty Windows
Dealing with drafty windows and doors this winter? Keeping your home warm doesn’t have to come at a high price, thanks to these easy-to-do fixes.
12 Fall Fix-Ups That Pay You Back
Address these minor problems and maintenance tasks to prepare your home for the winter, save money, and maybe add a little value.
How to Build and Install Window Boxes
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares quick tips for building beautiful window boxes
