How to Build a Three-Tiered Bath Stand

A stand-alone piece with a trio of shelves provides a handsome platform for toiletries and such

8 Popular House Features We Wish Would Go Away

The editors of This Old House would like to see these common home-design choices fall out of fashion—fast

5 Weekend Fixes That Boost House Value

When you're trying to sell a house, just a little bit of elbow grease returns a whole lot of cash on your investment, according to TOH's Two-Minute Expert

Upcycle Old Crates into Beautiful Furniture

Our favorite ideas for repurposing these containers into useful pieces

A 1930 Craftsman House Transformed

How a novice homeowner mastered a DIY renovation of a small bungalow

How to Deal With Bed Bugs

Pro tips for kicking out these buggy bed companions

Editors Picks: Standout Home Improvement Goods

Of the many new tools, materials, and other home-improvement products that we discover every month, here are the standouts

How to De-thatch a Lawn

In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook breathes new life into a suffocating lawn

Storage Upgrade: Add Casters to Crates

DIY bins that are easy to move, even when full from The Snug

Break These Bad Homeowner Habits

Bad homeowner habits could be undermining your house. Here's how to nip serial "oopses" in the bud—and how to make them right

How to Upgrade a Concrete Urban Patio

This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook transforms an old, ugly city slab into an urban oasis

10 Uses for Window Screens

Don't throw away those old window screens just yet. Here are 10 "a-ha!" ways to reuse them

Easy DIY Succulent Centerpiece

Leave colorful containers of hardy plants outside for a fun focal point

How to Remove Crabgrass

In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook rids a lawn of stubborn crabgrass

Make a Mudroom That Works for You

7 versatile drop-spots for coats, bags, and shoes, each packed with space-saving and clutter-busting ideas to help tidy up your entry

How to Buy a Generator

Get expert advice on buying a reliable generator from the editors at This Old House

Create a Tuscan Outdoor Room

A leaf-covered patio gets a romantic upgrade with vintage furniture, mood lighting, and a party-ready trestle table

How to Tile a Bathroom Floor

Installing a new mosaic-tile floor with contractor Angelo McRae

Must-Have Tools for Every Skill Level

TOH puts together tool kits for the beginner, semi-skilled, and experienced DIYer

How to Line a Cedar Closet

Lining your closet with cedar is relatively easy when you use tongue-and-groove boards

How to Line a Cedar Closet

Lining your closet with cedar is relatively easy when you use tongue-and-groove boards

12 Surprising Design Uses for Window Film and Appliqués

Peel and stick this handy material on for utility and decor

How to Epoxy-Coat a Garage Floor

Epoxy not only tops off the pro look of a garage but also resists oil stains, beads water, and wipes clean

Readers' Sheds 2014: Creating a Place for Everything

We're gearing up to announce the winners of the 2015 Search for America's Best Remodel next month! Join us as we look back at our favorites from last year.

Pro Advice on 6 Top Home Investment Projects

From installing a deck to replacing windows, TOH editors answer all your questions in these downloadable lessons

Vibrant Blooming Plants for a Late Summer Garden

By August, most perennial gardens are fading away. But with a little planning, you can tailor your plantings for a strong end-of-summer show

How to Install Kitchen Cabinets

In this how-to video, Tom Silva shows how to set cabinets like a pro

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

5 Universal Design Ideas for Your Bathroom

Make your bath safe and accessible for the whole family

How to Build a Small Deck

In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to build a simple entry-level deck

Homes That Make Us Just So Barn Proud

Four tales of reimagining an outmoded outbuilding as a comfortable home, complete with lofty interior, rugged timbers, and a backstory like no other

A Cheery Laundry Room for $420

Bold stripes, DIY butcher block, and thoughtful details turn a dingy utility room into a space with function and flair

Photoshop Redo: Classing Up a Cottage

A timeworn beach bungalow gets charming and useful upgrades, from a larger second story to a more practical stoop

How to Install a Water-Powered Sump Pump

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install an emergency backup sump pump

How to Know When It's Time to Put Down Your Pet

Must-read advice from an animal-behavior expert on how to make this dreaded decision

A Seaside Cottage Looks Small, Lives Large

How to expand a small 1950s home on the water without sacrificing its charm? Raise the ceilings, add on in back, and create more rooms outdoors

Universal Design Master Bath Redo

Reworking a cramped master bath for accessibility allows everyone room to move

15 Old-House Trends We Want to Bring Back

The staff of This Old House reveal the once-popular house features they'd like to see become trendy again

37 Easy Ways to Add Storage to Every Room

Finding a place to put away your stuff is a cinch with these step-by-step solutions for a top-to-bottom upgrade

Smart Design Ideas for Hellstrip Plantings

Check out these hellstrip designs for smart ways to use perennials, dwarf shrubs, and groundcovers

6 Before-and-After Kitchen Cabinets

From small paint changes to total redos, these cabinet transformations will inspire you to start your kitchen face-lift today.

How to Insulate a Basement

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to warm up a chilly concrete wall

8 Smart Budget Curb Appeal Makeovers

Upgrading your house's exterior doesn't have to mean a soup-to-nuts remodel. Check out these clever, thrifty ideas to create a more welcoming home

Genius Grilling Shortcuts

Show everyone who the master of the grill is with these clever tricks

How to Install Aluminum Gutters

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to install an efficient rain-handling gutter system

How to Remodel a Carefree 1920s Cottage

A designer with an eye for a find gives her humble 1920s house a clean and pretty look

Resilient Plants for Hardy Hellstrips

Not every plant is resilient enough for a streetside garden. Here are some bulletproof varieties that don't skimp on color

10 New Hydrangeas You'll Want to Grow Now

Updated versions of summer's favorite shrub offer an expanded range of colors—and blooms that add interest through fall

23 of Our Best Salvage-Style Projects

After hunting around salvage yards and flea markets, use those trashed materials to create unique furniture and accessories for your home

How to Build a Brick Patio

Laying a beautiful brick patio with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook

No-Fail Paint Colors for Small Spaces

Transform hemmed-in rooms with 10 hues handpicked by our color pros. Their range may surprise you