Create a built-in place for coats and storage, with a seat to perch on while you tie your shoes

You don't have to send Mom off to the spa to give her a relaxing Mother's Day. Bring home the luxury of a weekend away with these great hotel-quality items

Make a patio or garden border that does double duty as extra backyard seating

If all your kids' gear has obscured your grown-up sense of style, reclaim your space—and your sanity—with our Romper Room Rehab

You wanted to know: What ever happened to those gorgeous, ravaged beauties we featured on the back page of the magazine? Learn which of last year's houses have sold, been demolished, or are still up for grabs

"Give outdoor furniture instant patina with spray paint. Just use brown or green sparingly in a random pattern to suggest age."
— Susanne Hudson, garden designer

Use our step-by-step project planner to map out a spring, summer and fall's worth of fun and functional home enhancements

These coatings show off wood to its best advantage while protecting it from the elements. This Old House decodes the differences between the various types of stain so that you can get the look you want

Hooks for leashes, a dressed-up bag dispenser, and a toy shelf keep dog-walking supplies close at hand

Our room-by-room guide will have you breathing easier in no time

A color update and period-style touches give an 1880s house even more charm

A major update and revamped layout take a bare-bones kitchen into the future—while adding old-fashioned charm

Giving a plain wood table an aged, whitewashed look takes no more than a few simple tools and products any beginner can tackle

These oscilating tools sand, scrape, saw—and more. We has a pro put five models through their paces.

Tackle a little early spring maintenance now to get your yard ready 
for the growth spurt to come

In this video, This Old House senior technical editor Mark Powers shows how to use cellular PVC trim stock to build a outdoor planter that can hold up to the elements

A period kitchen redo adds function, storage, and better flow

Use these 6 easy and inexpensive ways to increase your water heater's efficiency and longevity

Personalize your green acres with character-filled items scavenged from flea markets, thrift shops, even your own garage

Facade details and a front bump-out boost this home's street presence and curb appeal