Tag: This Old House

Posted on 01/15/2020
Big Container Plants for Small Yards
On a lot that has more hardscape than planting space, container gardening is one way to indulge your green thumb. In fact, you can grow seriously sizable plants in pots—even trees. Here are three surprisingly XL options that still work for XS...
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Posted on 01/08/2020
Behind the Scenes—Narragansett Idea House Rear Courtyard
Laying the groundwork for functional outdoor living...
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Posted on 11/20/2019
From an Old Miner's Cabin to Beautiful Home in Big Sur | FOR SALE
May 3, 2019  Tough day? Take a quick getaway to this beautiful Big Sur home with breathtaking views, now listed at $2.25...
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Posted on 10/30/2019
Behind the Scenes: Jamestown Net-Zero House
Finding room for a fireplace in an energy-efficient...
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Posted on 10/09/2019
What You Missed: Live Q&A
Jenn Nawada tackles everything you want to know about spring lawn...
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Posted on 09/25/2019
Fix a Chipped Sink
Whether it’s a plumber’s wrench or a heavy stockpot, slips happen—and vitreous china, fireclay, and enameled-metal sinks often bear the scars. Luckily, DIY repair kits that contain epoxy paints and fillers can heal chips in glossy ceramic surfaces. Here, tips for getting the best...
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Posted on 09/11/2019
Behind the Scenes: Brookline’s Pill Hill
On the Brookline project house street, the doctors are...
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Posted on 08/21/2019
Bath Makeover for $189
To show just how far a little time and money can go, a homeowner gives her master bath its first new look in more than 20...
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Posted on 07/17/2019
Memorable Moments: Ask This Old House
Richard Trethewey looks back on some energy-saving advice that has stood the test of...
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Posted on 06/05/2019
Pet Hair Picker-Uppers
Now’s the time when dogs and cats drop their winter coats, and the fur can really start to fly. Fortunately, there are new tools to control the mess, wherever it winds...
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Posted on 05/15/2019
How to Remove Mildew From Siding
Cleaning mildew off of your house the right way is safer and more effective than using...
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Posted on 04/03/2019
What Can I Do to Warm Up an All-White Bath?
Taniya Nayak, an interior designer in Boston, has a number of hints for enlivening a basic white bath. Here are some of the ways she raises the...
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