Ask This Old House
Series· 2002· 30mTV-G

Ask This Old House

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The crew at This Old House take on some pretty big projects, which means they can only work on one or two houses a year. But homeowners have a virtual truckload of questions on smaller projects, and the This Old House crew is ready to answer. Ask This Old House solves the steady stream of home improvement problems faced by viewers - and the crew even makes house calls!

Creator:
Russell Morash

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Last aired
S24 · E23Paver Walkway, Mowing A Lawn 101
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S24 · E24Tile Soap Holders; Swirl Ceiling

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Season 242025
26 episodes
  • No still
    E1NOLA Lantern; Rusty Patio Set
    · 25m

    NOLA copper lantern fixtures; why toilets overflow; restoring rusty outdoor furniture.

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    E2Seashell Driveway; Radon System
    · 25m

    Swapping a coastal home's gravel driveway for seashells; installing a radon mitigation system.

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    E3Houseplant Soil, Spot Point Brick
    · 25m

    Tom shares a few methods to remove ring stains from a wood table; Jenn breaks down the types of soil and fertilizer needed for common indoor plants; Mark repairs a brick floor's crumbling mortar using spot pointing rather than a full repoint job.

  • E4Washer Dryer Relocation
    · 25m

    Kevin meets with an audiologist to discuss the importance of hearing protection; Richard, Nathan and Heath team up to help a couple age in place by relocating their washer and dryer to the main floor.

  • E5Planting Arborvitaes, Storage Rack
    · 25m

    Lee helps a homeowner plant a row of arborvitae trees for a privacy Lee helps a homeowner plant a row of arborvitae trees for a privacy border; Mark breaks down the various tools that can be found in the border; Mark breaks down the various tools that can be found in the average fireplace set; Tom and Kevin demonstrate how to build a average fireplace set; Tom and Kevin demonstrate how to build a storage rack for container totes using 2x4s. storage rack for container totes using 2x4s.

  • E6Sustainable Grass, Driveway Lights
    · 25m

    Jenn visits a Rhode Island sod farm to see what sustainable grass alternatives they've been experimenting with; Tom and Kevin discuss the most common types of nailhead and shank designs; Heath brightens up a dark driveway.

  • E7Seabees; Paint Galvanized Railing
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert travels to a Mississippi Navy Seabees base, where he learned carpentry as part of his naval training, to see how they are continuing to train the next generation of tradespeople; Tom Silva walks Kevin O'Connor through different types of trailer hitches, their uses, and what to consider for safe towing; Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner repaint her peeling galvanized stair railing.

  • E8Regrade Lawn; Solid Core Doors
    · 25m

    Lee helps a couple regrade their backyard to improve the lawn's health; Jenn shares houseplants that thrive at any light level, proving there's a perfect plant for every space; Nathan upgrades a homeowner's hollow-core doors to solid-core doors.

  • E9Garage Storage; Anode Rod
    · 25m

    Nathan helps a homeowner install an overhead garage storage rack for easier living; Heath demonstrates how to upgrade to a 3-way smart switch; Richard shows how to extend the life of a tank-style water heater by replacing the anode rod.

  • E10Idaho Backyard Makeover
    · 25m

    Jenn Nawada travels to Idaho to revamp a backyard of a homeowner who hosts weekly potluck dinner parties. His Monday Night Dinners now draw up to 100- 200 guests, overwhelming a space not built for crowds. Jenn and the community redesign the yard for smoother flow and function. Then, Mark McCullough replaces two rusted window wells, demonstrating proper removal and installation.

  • E11Speakeasy Hidden Door
    · 25m

    Richard shows a clever toilet flange repair kit. Then, Lee and Kevin share essential upkeep to keep a gas mower running like new. Nathan helps a homeowner turn a bar closet into a mini speakeasy with a hidden bookcase door kit.

  • E12Paint Ceiling; Squeaky Floor
    · 25m

    Mauro shows how to repaint a damaged ceiling. Heath, Ross, and Kevin discuss utility energy meters. Nathan and Kevin compare vinyl, wood, and fiber-cement siding. Tom demonstrates how to stop hardwood floor squeaks with a clever DIY fix.

  • E13Split Water Heater; Attic Ladder
    · 25m

    Ross upgrades a home to a solar-assisted split heat pump water heater, ideal for cold climates. Kevin and Jenn discuss three common houseplant pests and Jenn shares some simple tricks to banish them. Nathan solves a tough attic access issue.

  • E143-Way Switch, Split Rail Fence
    · 25m

    Mauro and Kevin show how to test for lead paint. Heath breaks down how-way switches work and common wiring mistakes. Nathan and Lee install a classic wooden split rail fence to prevent cars from parking on a homeowner's front lawn.

  • E15Toys and Color, Air Switch
    · 25m

    Tom discusses common types of caulks and sealants. Richard installs a garbage disposal with an air switch controller. Kevin is joined by Wendy and Kaden, hosts of the popular channel "Toys and Colors," to build a children's dress-up closet.

  • E16Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing
    · 25m

    Lee heads to Washington state to uncover why the Pacific Northwest is the heart of Kentucky bluegrass seed production. Mark breaks down popular paver types and walkway patterns. Nathan teams up to install a porch swing.

  • E17Lead Testing, Hillside Steps
    · 25m

    Richard explains why sink clogs happen, how to prevent them, and offers safer maintenance alternatives. Mauro demonstrates how to test for lead-based paint. Then, Mark installs granite hillside steps, creating safer access to a backyard fire pit.

  • E18Nola Shutters, Hardwired Alarms
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert upgrades shutters in a historic New Orleans neighborhood, matching the original style and material. Jenn Nawada and Lee Gilliam explain how to read fertilizer labels and choose between organic and synthetic options. Heath Eastman upgrades battery-operated smoke detectors to a hardwired combo alarm system. Heath asks a local fire chief for installation safety tips beforehand.

  • E19Arch Accent, Pea Stone Patio
    · 25m

    Mauro helps a mom-to-be refresh a nursery with hand-drawn arches using simple tools. Jenn explains the truth behind common plant misconceptions. Then, Mark helps a couple install a pea gravel patio using a binding agent to keep stones in place.

  • E20Hang Shades, Steep Landscaping
    · 25m

    Nathan installs shades to block the outside view for a tiny guard dog. Richard and Kevin discuss the anatomy of toilet tanks, common failures, and how to fix a running toilet. Jenn tackles a steep front yard for a safer, better-looking landscape.

  • E21Running Power to a Shed
    · 25m

    Mauro explains the basic tools and supplies needed to paint a room. Kevin hosts a kitchen quiz on what food scraps belong in the garbage disposal versus the compost. Heath shows a homeowner how to run underground power from his house to a new shed.

  • E22Flower Vase, Smart Garage Opener
    · 25m

    Tom teaches Zack how to turn a flower vase on the lathe. Jenn explains how to start seeds indoors for spring. Mark breaks down common mortar cracks in fireplace hearths and surrounds. Ross upgrades a garage door opener by adding a Wi-Fi hub.

  • E23Paver Walkway, Mowing A Lawn 101
    · 25m

    Lee and Kevin cover lawn mowing basics. The team shares expert tips on how to vet and hire a trustworthy contractor to avoid costly mistakes. Mark heads to Washington state to replace a bumpy flagstone path.

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    E24Tile Soap Holders; Swirl Ceiling
    · 25m

    Nathan upgrades a bathroom by replacing vintage wall-mounted ceramic toothbrush and soap holders. The team plays "What Is It?" to guess the purpose of a metal bar. Mauro repairs a water-damaged ceiling crack matching the original swirl texture.

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    E25Picnic Table; Insurance Policies
    · 25m

    Ross shares the perfect tech setup for an outdoor movie night. Kevin talks with an insurance expert to break down the basics of a homeowner's insurance policy. Then, Tom and Kevin team up to rebuild a picnic table they first built 17 years ago.

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    E26Outdoor TV; Granite FirepitFinale
    · 25m

    Heath installs a weatherproof outdoor TV enclosure. Kevin, Tom and Zack discuss essential preparation steps a homeowner should take before a renovation. Then, Mark replaces a crumbling fire pit with a sleek, modern square design.

Season 232024
26 episodes
  • E1Bath Accessibility; Wooden Gutter Repair
    · 25m

    Making a bathroom more accessible; restoring rotten wooden gutters

  • E2Cracked Drywall; Radiator Baseboard Cover
    · 25m

    Repairing cracked drywall; installing radiator baseboards.

  • E3Florida Trees; Smart Lighting
    · 25m

    Tropical trees for the backyard; a tool that makes asphalt roof work easier; home smart light products.

  • E4Rusty Bulkhead, Granite Stairs
    · 24m

    Restoring a bulkhead; combination squares; repairing crumbling mortar on brick front stairs.

  • E5Medicine Cabinet, Chimney Crown
    · 24m

    Installing a bathroom recessed cabinet; replacing a chimney that has been causing water damage to an indoor charcoal grill.

  • E6Gutter Runoff, Replace Ceiling Fan
    · 24m

    Solving gutter water runoff; lead carpenter Lasana Harper talks about his journey into carpentry; replacing a ceiling fan.

  • E7Wallpaper Installation, Sump Pump
    · 24m

    Creating a focal point wall; common sprinkler heads; installing a submersible sump pump to solve a flooded basement problem.

  • E8Humidifier System, End Table
    · 24m

    Installing a whole house humidifier system; how to quickly paint shutters in bulk; creating a triangular top outdoor end table out of teak wood.

  • E9Uneven Paver Patio, EV Charger
    · 25m
  • E10Trash Insert, Arborvitae Removal
    · 25m

    Replacing a broken double trash can pull out; why incandescent and fluorescent lights are being phased out; removing overgrown arborvitae trees.

  • E11Shed Foundation, Bifold Doors
    · 25m

    Installing a shed base, framing an interior non-load bearing wall, installing bifold double doors.

  • E12Gas Fireplace, Wainscoting
    · 25m

    Converting a wood burning fireplace to gas; installing flat panel wainscoting.

  • E13Beehives 101, Step Stool
    · 25m

    A Detroit beekeeper talks about how to start a hive; phone apps that have made work easier; building a step stool using a mobile CNC router.

  • E14Paint Wainscoting, Sandbox
    · 25m

    Painting wainscoting; what homeowners should know before switching a home to all electric; building a sandbox.

  • E153D Printed Homes, Square Bow
    · 25m

    A company that builds homes using 3D printing; landscaper Aaron Smith; using a lathe to turn a square bowl with legs.

  • E16Stair Treads, Sconce Install
    · 25m

    Painting stair treads and handrail; highlighting new tools; installing new wall sconces above a fireplace.

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    E17Outdoor Shower
    · 25m

    Building an outdoor shower in Cape Cod; landscape touches.

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    E18Tree Diagnosis, Home Checklist
    · 25m

    Diagnosing and treating a diseased pine tree; performing maintenance inspections.

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    E19Retaining Wall, Mini Split Upkeep
    · 25m

    Maintaining a mini split and properly cleaning the indoor and outdoor components; building a garden retaining wall.

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    E20Electric Bill Investigation
    · 25m

    The basics of dethatching and aerating; installing a smart home energy monitoring system; the different types of routers.

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    E21Irrigation Add-On, Stripped Holes
    · 25m

    Adding a new zone to an irrigation system; comparing the strengths and differences between PEX and copper piping; repairing a door hinge by using wooden dowels, epoxy and longer screws.

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    E22Urban Gardens, Apron Driveway

    A nonprofit that creates urban pollinator gardens around Detroit; soil preparation, planting techniques and maintenance; removing a brick driveway apron and replacing it with cobblestones.

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    E23AC Airflow Issue, Shellac Removal

    Troubleshooting air conditioning airflow; spotlighting metal fabricator and business owner Shelby Barnhart; removing a shellac finish from wood.

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    E24Overseeding, Foundation Repair

    Common ductwork noises and solutions; overseeding a dead lawn; repairing cracked stucco over concrete foundation.

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    E25Thank You, Roger Cook

    Honoring landscape contractor and mentor Roger Cook; colleagues share their favorite memories and reflect on his impact.

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    E26Mudroom CubbiesFinale

    Building mudroom cubbies; different types of mulch; painting the mudroom cubbies using a paint sprayer.

Season 222023
26 episodes
  • No still
    E1Girl Scout Community Garden
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert shares his own experience as a Boy Scout and introduces his niece's Girl Scout troop and the project they need help with; Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor create a two-layered hexagonal herb planter for the garden; Jenn Nawada and Nathan pick up materials to build a garden bed and then team up to help the Girl Scout troop rebuild and replant their community garden beds.

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    E2String Lights, Kitchen Painting
    · 25m

    Heath Eastman helps a homeowner install outdoor-grade remote-controlled patio string lights over their backyard patio; Mauro Henrique color matches a homeowners retro aqua kitchen cabinet and repaints it to match the rest of the vintage kitchen; Mauro takes a sample of the aqua-colored kitchen cabinet and heads to Home Depot to demonstrate the color matching process.

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    E3Shower Valve Repair, Sloped Landscape
    · 25m

    Ask This Old House welcomes landscape contractor, Lee Gilliam to the cast and shines a spotlight on his 30 years of experience; Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner repair a leaking 3-valve shower while retaining the bathrooms original 1930's tile; Lee and Jenn Nawada work together to refresh a homeowner's eroding sloped yard; removing excess mulch, and installing boulders and ground cover plants.

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    E4Creosote Removal, Utility Cover
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert heads to Tulsa, Oklahoma to build a replacement utility cover. Ross Trethewey discusses low-level carbon monoxide exposure, symptoms, and differences in CO detectors and low-level monitors. Mark McCullough helps a homeowner clean out creosote build-up in their kitchen fireplace and explains the dangers of creosote build-up, options for removal, and the safety preparation involved.

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    E5Generator Hookup, Brick Lintel Repair
    · 25m

    Heath Eastman assists a homeowner who wants to hook up a generator to their home by installing a transfer switch to the circuit board; Environmental contractor, Ron Peik demystifies asbestos and shares options for mitigation; Mark McCullough fixes a faulty brick lintel repair on an 1833 home, discusses the difference between Flemish and American bond, and how to match existing mortar and joints.

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    E6Double Pane Window, Paint Bench
    · 25m

    Mauro Henrique shares the importance of prep work for any painting project, and why homeowners shouldn't skip it. Then, Mauro and Kevin O'Connor team up to refinish an antique outdoor bench with a whitewash stain; With a glass expert's help, Tom Silva learns how double pane glass is made while helping a homeowner repair a broken window.

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    E7Rain Garden, Wrought Iron Railing
    · 25m

    Jenn Nawada teams up with a water conservation expert in Portland, Oregon to help two homeowners install a rain garden; Ross Trethewey shares how moisture meters can detect unseen water damage; Mark McCullough helps a homeowner increase the safety of their concrete steps by installing a wrought iron railing and showcases how railings are made at an iron fabrication facility.

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    E8Winter Prep, Miter Saw Station
    · 25m

    Lee Gilliam shares the key tools and products to include in a winter weather kit to prepare for winter; Mark McCullough shares his favorite homeowner-friendly masonry tools and how to use them for entry level projects; Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor upgrade the workspace by building a new mobile miter saw station, featuring two work benches and cabinets for extra storage.

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    E9Paint Front Door, Generator Selection
    · 25m

    Heath Eastman shares what factors to consider when selecting a generator, such as fuel or electrical load, and the options that are available; Jenn Nawada shares how to build a worm farm, what foods to incorporate and exclude when feeding the worms, and the many benefits of worm composted soil; Mauro Henrique refreshes a homeowner's vintage front door with a fresh coat of paint.

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    E10Window to Door Conversion
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner create a backyard entrance by converting a window into a backdoor; The team discusses what they look for in houses for sale that could be considered deal breakers for homeowners not looking to undertake major repairs or renovations.

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    E11Garage Graffiti, Nursery Closet
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert shares his love of flea markets, what items he's found, and what he recommends looking for; Mauro Henrique teaches a homeowner how to paint over old garage graffiti and which primer is right for the job; Ross Trethewey shares how radon tests can detect harmful levels of radon in homes; Nathan helps a homeowner ready her nursery for a second baby by installing closet shelving.

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    E12Hot Water, DiResta Leather Tote
    · 25m

    Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner troubleshoot why her upstairs shower runs out of hot water so quickly and helps her install a heat pump water heater; Kevin O'Connor returns to maker Jimmy DiResta's workshop in Upstate New York to get a lesson in leatherworking as they hand stitch a leather tote bag.

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    E13Lathe Turned Segmented Bowl
    · 25m

    Heath Eastman shares his tips and tools homeowners can use to identify and label home circuit breakers; Tom Silva discusses his hobby of lathe turning, why he enjoys it, and shares some of his favorite pieces he's created. Then, in Build It, he shows how to turn a segmented bowl, which is comprised of multiple pieces of wood glued together and turned, creating a unique visual effect.

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    E14Paint Wood Paneling; Play Kitchen
    · 25m

    Mauro Henrique discusses how he sees color, and shares some of his favorite colors to use for projects; Then, he updates a homeowner's office by painting over dated wood paneling with the perfect dark blue; Lee Gilliam discusses various shrub pruning tools; Nathan Gilbert heads to Portland, Oregon to help a homeowner build a sensory mud kitchen for her at-home daycare.

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    E15Invasive Plants; Bidet Toilet
    · 25m

    Lee Gilliam helps a homeowner clean up his backyard by removing a diseased tree and shows how to remove and maintain invasive plants; Mark McCullough discusses the function of chimney caps, options available, and how homeowners can know if they need to install one; Richard Trethewwey installs a toilet with a built-in bidet for a homeowner and shares the variety of options available.

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    E16Wildfire Mitigation
    · 25m

    The Ask This Old House team head to California to explore a variety of ways that homeowners can protect their houses against wildfires. Jenn Nawada learns about local flora and helps firescape a front yard, Tom Silva learns how to fire harden a home's exterior, and Richard Trethewey learns a unique weeding technique that helps to mitigate the risk of fire spreading.

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    E17Shade Sail, Concrete Walkway
    · 25m

    Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner add shade to a pool area using a shade sail and unique anchor points; Ask This Old House spotlights the brothers of Jordan's Legacy Landscaping, a fourth-generation landscaping company in the Atlanta area; Mark McCullough helps a landlord make a cost-effective repair to her tenant's concrete walkway.

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    E18Grass Troubleshooting, Rocky Canyon Rustic
    · 25m

    Lee Gilliam helps a homeowner figure out why grass doesn't grow in his backyard before installing a shade-tolerant species of sod; Ross Trethewey talks through converting houses' heating and cooling systems to heat pumps; Kevin O'Connor meets maker Sarah Nadarajah, the creator of Rocky Canyon Rustic, to learn about her content before building a replica high-end side table.

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    E19Radiant Floor Retrofit, Cable Railings
    · 25m

    Richard Trethewey shares his appreciation for modern plumbing, then helps a homeowner with an all-electric heating system retrofit a radiant floor system under their bathroom; Nathan Gilbert shares connection options and maintenance for cable railings; Jenn Nawada shares changes to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone map and how to use the information to select the best plants for a landscape.

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    E20Rain Barrel, Pooling Patio
    · 25m

    Jenn Nawada and Nathan Gilbert travel to Tulsa to learn about the city's rain barrel and stormwater management initiatives and help a homeowner install one in her own garden; Mark McCullough helps a homeowner redirect pooling water on her patio with a weep hole drilled into the stone wall; the team goes through a few new additions to their tool bag that they've enjoyed having on hand lately.

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    E21New Shade Pattern, HVAC Showroom
    · 25m

    Jenn helps a couple rethink their front yard after two removed trees changed the shade pattern of the space; Richard talks about the mentors who helped him become a passionate teacher on This Old House; Richard gives Kevin a tour of the building he and his son, Evan Trethewey, have renovated to bring a new experience of mechanical equipment to contractors

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    E22Paint Dark Basement, Bat House
    · 25m

    Mauro Henrique shows a homeowner how to brighten up her basement apartment by painting with various paint concentrations; Richard Trethewey and Mark McCullough explain a variety of culprits and solutions for basements that are struggling with water issues; In Build It, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Silva show how to construct a bat house.

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    E23Garden Restoration, Bathroom Exhaust Fan
    · 25m

    Lee Gilliam helps a homeowner improve the soil conditions of her garden bed before installing new plantings; a New Hampshire painter and business owner shares her journey in the trade; Heath Eastman helps a homeowner mitigate bathroom moisture by installing a remote bath vent and timer switch but runs into some trouble when he finds old wiring in the wall.

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    E24Smart Thermostat Wires, Bluestone Cleaning
    · 25m

    Ross Trethewey helps a homeowner install a smart thermostat after discovering he's missing a common wire; Mauro Henrique shares deck staining tips, what stain options are available, and the level of maintenance required for each type of stain; Mark McCullough helps a homeowner revive his bluestone patio by showing how to use the appropriate tools and materials to clean it.

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    E25Firebox Restoration, Tool Storage Organization
    · 25m

    IAQ testing; restoring a Victorian firebox; transitioning landscapes from spring to summer; organizing a tool storage cabinet.

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    E26Rose Test Garden, Wall Tile ReplacementFinale
    · 25m

    The International Rose Test Garden; replacing damaged bathroom tiles; reviewing comments from viewers.

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Season 192020
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Season 172018
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Season 102011
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Details

Networks
PBS
Seasons
24 · 637 episodes
Runtime
30m per episode
Status
Returning Series
Language
EN
First aired
October 10, 2002
Content rating
TV-G
Country
United States of America
Production
This Old House Productions, GBH, WETA
IMDB ID
tt0369081

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