Steve Thomas took over until 2003, when he was replaced by Kevin O'Connor. Ace carpenter Norm Abram has been a staple of the show since its inception. Spin-offs include 'Ask This Old House,' while vintage episodes air on HGTV as 'This Old House Classics.' ...
This Old House Better Than New.The article discusses environmentally-sound measures to implement before beginning each of five home remodeling projects. Prior to removing sheetrock or siding, determine where you can bolster the home's insulation. Don't buy new kitchen cabinets without ascertaining ...
The old kitchen cabinets previously stained a mid-1990s orangey oak, now shine with a more updated espresso stain. Leah keeps asking if her new house will come with new toys. Thomas hopes the new neighborhood has a pool. We are not picky people. I think most home buyers have a very sp...
I think after it’s all said and done, my mom will be glad that we replaced her 17-year-old laminate countertops with bright, shiny, new laminate. I’m excited about it, too! If you’ve made and installed laminate countertops from scratch, and have any tips you think we should know ...
A combination of old and new is featured throughout the house, like in the entryway, where new built-in cabinetry and wood shelving has been added, while the door designs and trim work reference the original elements of the home.
The Spring season has me all excited. The trees are starting to bloom. The days are getting a little longer. And the house is starting to feel light, bright, and fresh again! In the midst of being a mom to a 7-month-old who just started crawling, I’ve been trying to find some ...
Our Little Red House was built in the 1950s. The kitchen cabinets are original. I want to replace the cabinets under the counter, but I want to keep the cabinets above the counter and over the range. I’ll have to refinish them if I keep them but I have no experience whatsoever refin...
It can be as basic as hanging frames or something more challenging like installing kitchen cabinets, furniture repair,… House Maintenance The Complete Guide to Digging in Your Backyard CTH Community Mar 26, 2022 There are several reasons you’ll want to dig in your backyard. Whether for...
The new house replaces an old cottage and is positioned on a challenging site with a large rock ledge. The form of the house was inspired by barns of the area as well as the nearby historic West Cornwall Covered Bridge. The exterior of the house is clad in Shou Sugi Ban siding which ...
Medicine cabinets are so…clinical. Traditionally they’re not very stylish or fun at all, so I try to zhuzh it up a little, you know, and have fun with it. I shave with an old timey razor (this one from Baxter of California) because it makes me feel like Jack Nicholson in ...