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There's nothing like watching someone else do a project to get you started on the right path.
Easy DIY Home Fixes
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Mark and Theresa share some easy DIY fixes around the house with common household items. See how they use a penny, vodka, and WD-40 in…

Tool-up your hose: watering plants to full-on cleaning power

I like cleaning chores to be easy. And I want cleaning to be quick. In a home with kids and pets, there are lots of…

Pergola purlins provide style against weather
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Add style and save time on your next pergola project with purlins, instead of notching rafters over the beam. Purlins are fast to install, lock…

Video: How to Use Your Jigsaw’s Speed Setting
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In this video for This Old House, Mark explains how to choose and adjust your speed setting. Sometimes your level of control depends on what…

Grey is the new white?

Why grey? The color has been surfacing as an increasingly talked-about color in home finishes lately. And I have a few ideas why. To its…

DIY for real: Lighting installation tips to save time and frustration
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Lighting isn’t just about performance. It’s also about style. In this video, Mark and Theresa share a few tips on installing their new light fixture…

Video: Tips on How to Use the Shoe of your Reciprocating Saw
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In this video for This Old House, Mark shares a few tricks and tips on how to utilize the shoe of the saw to its utmost potential….

Solar-powered radio show, celebrities, hundreds of volunteers, home projects = Amazing weekend in Columbus. Check out quick video of our adventures with HGTV’s Carter Oosterhouse…

Reciprocating saw tip: Plunge-cut without disaster
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This Old House contributor Mark Clement demonstrates how to use the reciprocating saw to cut through a wall. Sometimes pipes or other materials are hidden behind…

Quick tip: Pergola time-saver
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A pergola can be a perfect addition to a backyard to create a shady-ish spot for dining, relaxing, or even a space for kids to…