Monday, November 30, 2015

How to Choose and Use a Snowblower

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares tips for safely clearing snow from driveways and walkways

7 Storage Solutions for the Mudroom-less

Easy add-ons for those without this catchall room

Craziest Homeowner Holiday Disaster Stories II

From silly to downright scary, TOH readers chime in for the second year with their craziest Yuletide tales

How to Avoid Rookie Plumbing Mistakes

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates some common plumbing mistakes and how to avoid them

100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100

Invest a little cash and get a big improvement in how your home looks and feels. The editors of This Old House give you their top tips

Friday, November 27, 2015

7 Big Holiday Gifts Made by Small American Businesses

What better way to celebrate Small Business Saturday than to shop made-in-the-USA items for your loved ones

Editor's Picks: Our Favorite Holiday Decorating Ideas

If you haven't already decked the halls in your own home, start be getting inspired by the best ideas from the pages of This Old House magazine

How to Use a Hand Plane

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates the proper way to use hand planes

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

What Can and Can't Go Down a Garbage Disposer

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains what foods should and should not go into garbage disposers

One Big, Happy Kitchen for Family Gatherings

Annexing the dining room gives this mom of two teenagers an open kitchen where the whole gang can gather

TOH Top 100 2015: Best New Home Tech Products

From a low-tech flue damper to a high-tech HD video doorbell, these 14 products put you in control of your environment

3 Cleaning Tips for Cold + Flu Season

Easy steps to keep your family in good health on our sister site The Snug

Monday, November 23, 2015

All About Copper Pipe

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains the various parts commonly used in a home plumbing system

Episode 8 of This Old House: Antiques for an Antique House

Host Kevin O'Connor heads to Brimfield, Massachusetts, home of the world's largest outdoor antiques show.

Holiday-Lighting Know-How

For a spectacular display that's merry and bright—and doesn't blow a fuse—follow these five tips from lighting pros

Pamper Your Houseguests, Hotel Style

Ever wondered where hotels get their creature comforts—and where you might, too? Consider upgrading your guest suite with these items for bed and bath

Holiday Home Security Dos and Don'ts

Your empty house is an easy target for burglars. Deter them with these tactical tips

Need-to-Know Numbers: the Dining Room

With family and friends gathered round the table, you'll want to make sure your space measures up

Saturday, November 21, 2015

TOH Top 100 2015: Best New Outdoor Living Products

A quiet(er) snow blower, a long-running electric mower, a foolproof smoker—this year's picks cover every season

A Hideaway Crafts Station for $212

A spare closet gets a fun and functional makeover with the addition of a sliding door and a clever fold-down table

7 Holiday Fire Hazards

Keep your home and family safe with these important tips

Thursday, November 19, 2015

6 Fireplace Upgrades for a Warm and Cozy Home

Refresh the hearth before you heat it up with a new insert, mantel, surround, and more

How to Repair a Cracked Floor Joist

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair a cracked floor joist

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Create a Festive Holiday Dining Room

DIY touches, from a textured table runner to turned wood candlesticks, lend this spirited eating area welcome warmth

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

7 Creative Holiday Greenery Decorating Ideas

Our pros share their picks of festive plants for garlands, wreaths, table settings, and more

TOH Top 100 2015: Best New Finishing Touches

Peel-and-stick reclaimed wood veneers, a washable rug, easy-on, easy-off wallpaper, and other fine offerings to make a house a home

6 Window Upgrades for a Charming, Airtight Home

Maximize energy efficiency and your home's curb appeal

Easy DIY Bird Feeders

Help local birds through the winter season from The Snug

Monday, November 16, 2015

Episode 7 of This Old House: Modernizing a Victorian-Style Home

The Belmont house is outfitted with an up-to-date copper water line and modern finishes are chosen for the bathrooms

A Young Couple Tackles a Forgotten Italianate

Husband-and-wife remodeling newbies learn to tackle everything from roofing to foundation walls while renovating their first home

5 Charming Holiday Decoration Building Projects

Easy DIY decorations for gracious seasonal displays

DIY Food Gifts from the Kitchen—and the Heart

Here are some great ideas for homemade gifts that look as good as they taste

Saturday, November 14, 2015

TOH Top 100 2015: Best New Tools

Pop-up workbench? Check. Flexible sandpaper? Yup. A plastic welder? Indeed. And many more items to stock the garage

6 Fast Fixes for the Holiday Season

Easy ways to prep for the festive winter rush

Editors' Video Picks: Roofing and Siding How-tos

Address exterior problems with top-notch advice from our pros

How to Beautify Your Bath for the Holidays

With a few thoughtful touches and a little creativity, you can transform your bath into an oasis so inviting, your guests may never want to leave

Friday, November 13, 2015

Create a Warm Winter Entry

Add a festive, seasonal touch with soft paint hues, real greenery, and a perch with patina

6 Fast Fixes for Staircases

Learn how to make easy repairs and updates to the stairs in your home from TOH pros

9 Smart Mudroom Design Ideas

Simple ways for the whole family to store—and easily reach—outerwear essentials

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

The Wreaths of Colonial Williamsburg

Forget about decking the halls. In historic Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, a talented team of designers dress the doors with one-of-a-kind holiday wreaths

The Art of the TOH Cottage at Cloudland Station

How thoughtful selections of original artwork complement the first-ever TOH Show House

5 Crafts Using Fall Leaves

Hold on to beautiful and colorful foliage longer with these DIY ideas from The Snug