Syndicate content
Today At This Old House
Updated: 18 weeks 3 days ago

How to Maintain a Lawn Organically

Mon, 03/22/2010 - 14:00
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows an environmentally safe way to grow a greener, healthier lawn

All About Wood Windows

Fri, 03/19/2010 - 14:00
Whether you're looking for new units to outfit an addition or replacements for your existing windows, the experts at This Old House sort through the options to simplify your search

How to Build a Trash Shed

Thu, 03/18/2010 - 14:00
Create an outdoor waste and recycling shed with flip-open lids and easy-access bifold doors

10 Uses for Foam Packing Peanuts

Wed, 03/17/2010 - 14:00
Sure, you can keep the little polystyrene squiggles around for boxing up breakables—or you can put them to use in these innovative ways

How to Build a Dog Gate

Tue, 03/16/2010 - 14:00
A solid-wood DIY gate is a practical upgrade for the well-trained dog—and your home's decor

How to Build a Timber Retaining Wall

Mon, 03/15/2010 - 14:00
This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows how to construct a wood-timber retaining wall to create a play area.

Best Whole House Before and Afters

Fri, 03/12/2010 - 15:00
Last year you submitted thousands of remodels to us. Then you voted on your favorites. Check out your top picks—and ours—as you get ready to enter this year's Reader Remodel Contest

How to Add a Lively Wall Pattern with Stamps

Wed, 03/10/2010 - 15:00
Craft foam, wood scraps, and two shades of paint turn child's play into wall art

All About Entry Sets

Tue, 03/09/2010 - 15:00
Get a lock on style—and your belongings. This Old House's experts help you pick an entry set that suits your taste and budget without compromising your safety

How To Install Belgian Block Driveway Edging

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 15:00
Adding a neat row of Belgian block stones to each side of an asphalt driveway will boost its curb appeal while also providing a clear visual aid as you back out or pull in

Secrets to Great Curb Appeal

Fri, 03/05/2010 - 15:00
An eye-catching exterior is the sum of many parts. Here are six makeovers that show how combining small upgrades can create a handsome facade on any budget

How to Build a Compost Bin

Thu, 03/04/2010 - 15:00
Want to hide your scrap heap? Shelter it in a structure made from weather-resistant cedar—or pick up a ready-made option

Standout Switch Plates

Wed, 03/03/2010 - 15:00
Small they may be, but these covers are an easy way to add some decorative zing to any room. Check out our choice picks here

Photoshop Redo: How to Rework a Ranch

Tue, 03/02/2010 - 15:05
Adding front and side porches and changing the roofline give a basic box a lot more appeal

How to Install a New Toilet Flange

Mon, 03/01/2010 - 15:00
Curing a wobbly toilet—once and for all—with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey

A Small Remodel to Create All the Right Rooms

Fri, 02/26/2010 - 15:05
At TOH TV's latest project house, minor floor plan tweaks and a modest addition gave a family of four new places to gather, play, and spend quiet time.

Best Old House Neighborhoods 2010

Thu, 02/25/2010 - 15:00
As the housing market stabilizes, now's the time to find masterfully crafted homes in communities that truly appreciate them

Fireplace Inserts

Wed, 02/24/2010 - 15:00
Adding an insert is a smart investment that's pure win-win—it'll keep you warm and slash your heating bills all at once

Create a Melting-Pot Living Room

Tue, 02/23/2010 - 15:15
In this lively gathering spot, elements from far-flung cultures blend harmoniously. Here's how to duplicate the global effect in your home

A Detail-Oriented Renovation and Addition

Mon, 02/22/2010 - 15:00
A passionate weekend woodworker expands and renews a historic 1830s house with miles of hand-applied moldings