Detail Work for a Towered Italianate

A period-sensitive redo highlights the original woodwork—and charm—of a unique 1850s house

How to Maintain Kitchen Appliances

Repairman Richie Isaacson shows host Kevin O'Connor how to maintain kitchen appliances

Read This Before You Strip Paint From Wood

Finding out which method to use, and how to contain the debris, makes a messy job cleaner, safer, and more effective

Best Kitchen Before and Afters 2015

Behold 10 truly outstanding cook spaces from this year's annual Search for America's Best Remodel Contest

Fast First Aid for Holiday Messes

Raid the pantry or medicine cabinet for quick-fix remedies that will have you back to your guests in no time

35 Super-Fast Fixes and Easy Upgrades

We've got tips to help you spiff up the spots visitors are most likely to focus on, from the front stoop to the dining table

How to Install a Pull-Out Kitchen Shelf

Norm Abram shows how to create easy access to items in a kitchen base cabinet

Vintage Revival for a Victorian Bath

Original details inspire a retro refresher

How to Replace a Vessel Sink with a Self-Rimming Sink

Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey heads to Atlanta to help a homeowner switch out one sink for another

10 Uses for Wine Bottles

Spare yourself hefty recycling bins and repurpose wine bottles with these ideas

DIY Gifts for Dogs

Make your pooch feel special with one of these hand-crafted treats

Read This Before You Finish Your Attic

Whether you envision your house's top floor as an away-from-it-all master suite, a quiet home office, or a kids' hangout, don't lift a finger until you've read TOH's expert advice

How to Install a Motion-Activated Security Light

Ask This Old House Master Electrician Scott Caron installs a light above a garage to illuminate a dark driveway

Stop Rot in a Tree Trunk Hole

Roger Cook gives advice on what to do with tree-trunk holes that show decay

11 Common Holiday Hazards and How to Avoid Them

Keep the "happy" in "happy holidays" by making sure your don't fall victim to these common (but preventable) Christmas dangers

The Case for Moody Neutrals

Deep, rich, mercurial colors flatter whatever is set in front of them, as interior designer Barbara Westbrook details in her new book

How to Make Your Doors Draft-Free with Weatherstripping

Use weatherstripping to fill the cracks around your doors

How to Install a No-Sweat Backsplash

Use a peel-and-stick tile mat instead of messing with thinset and a trowel

13 Ways the Holidays Can Kill You

The Grim Reaper is hardly the mythical figure you want to see on Christmas. Stay safe this year by avoiding Yuletide no-no's

Create a Colorful Holiday Hearth

Cozy up a fireside seating area with seasonal trimmings and vintage-look accents from our Wayfair.com shop

Demystifying Christmas Tree Buying

Our guide to five of the best-selling conifers this season

Find Inspiration in Holiday Decorations From Historic Houses

Recreate some of these period-perfect festive looks to fit your home and style

Editors' Video Picks: Power-Tool Safety Tips

Watch and take notes on staying safe during projects

Money-Saving Upgrades for a Warm Winter Home

How to Install a Whole-House Water Softener

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey visits New Jersey to install a water softener

The Hottest Colors for 2016, According to Paint Companies

What's popular among interior designers and DIYers

12 Gifts for DIYers and Makers

Foster an old or budding hobby with one of these crafty picks

How to Weatherstrip an Exterior Door

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares tips for fixing a drafty door

56 Essential Survival Skills for Homeowners

Prep now for common household disasters you may (unfortunately) encounter

6 Design Tips for Better-Lit Rooms

How to make your rooms cheery and bright even in the dead of winter

How to Choose Tools for First-Time Woodworkers

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains the best tools to have in your shed to start beginner or intermediate woodworking projects

Craziest Homeowner Holiday Disaster Stories V

Hanging lights, roasting turkey, and more turn sour in the fifth installment of your horrifying holiday mishaps

Step Up a Small Bath with Marble Shelves

Precut pieces make this glam storage feature an easy project

How to Stop Cold Air Leaks in Winter

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to save money and stay warm by plugging up energy-wasting gaps, holes and cracks

Tips for Talking with Your Plumber

A pro's advice on how to help your tradesperson help you

How to Restore Terrazzo Floors

This Old House host Kevin O'Connor heads to Del Ray Beach, Florida, to restore terrazzo floors

13 Gifts That Give Back

Support a good cause and check off your holiday gift list with these unique home accessories

How to Stencil An Accent Wall

A bold pattern on just one wall can anchor focal-point furniture

Home Inspection Nightmares XXXIII

Perilous deck supports, chickens on the loose, and other curious findings made by home inspectors, from The ASHI Reporter

Plant a Living Christmas Tree After the Holiday Season

Keep your tree around for the long haul with a pro's tips for planting it in your yard

DIY Chalkboard Cheese Tray

A gift your favorite host will love on our sister site The Snug

'50s Glam: 9 Bar Carts for Chic Entertaining

Retro rollers offer up stylish storage for libations and their accoutrements

Most Watched Plumbing Videos with Richard Trethewey

The top plumbing and heating how-to videos of 2015

Color of the Month, December 2015: Pastel Parchment

A timeless color choice with a hint of blush

Add Stacked Corner Shelves

How to hang budget-friendly, space-smart storage on our sister site The Snug