Detail Work for a Towered Italianate

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

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

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

Create a Colorful Holiday Hearth

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

Editors' Video Picks: Power-Tool Safety Tips

Watch and take notes on staying safe during projects

6 Design Tips for Better-Lit Rooms

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

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

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

13 Gifts That Give Back

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

'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

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

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

3 Cleaning Tips for Cold + Flu Season

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

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

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

All About Copper Pipe

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

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

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

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

Save This Old House: Free Illinois Queen Anne

This 1896 home needs someone to bring its grand details back to life

24 Easy Upgrades to Create a Festive Holiday Home

Simple and quick projects to turn your ho-hum house bright and fun for the holiday season

Make a Kraft Paper Table Runner

An easy holiday tablescape design from The Snug

Kids' Holiday Gifts for Budding DIYers

Little ones will never know these toys are educational

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

Create a Festive Holiday Dining Room

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

7 Creative Holiday Greenery Decorating Ideas

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

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

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

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