Author: Robert Hayes
6 Creative Backyard Shade Ideas
> iStock Stay out of the sun while enjoying your outdoor rooms with these great ways to add shade to these spaces. Positioning yourself in the shade not only makes
Read MoreTankless Water Heaters: What You Need to Know Before You Buy
> Nat Rea Tired of running out of hot water? That’s not a problem with one of these compact, ultra-efficient units that heat water as you need it. Here’s what
Read MoreSave This Old House: Brick Italianate in a Historic River Town
> The five-bedroom, three-bath house sits on a large, raised corner lot. Its one-story wraparound porch with round columns was an early-20th-century addition. | Evan Hale/Indiana Landmarks An historic Italianate
Read MoreA Renovation Refresh for 3 Colonial-Style Kitchens
These classic Colonial kitchen renovations show interiors ready for modern-day life Above) The 1919 Colonial of Sweeten homeowners Amanda and Cory The quaintness of Colonial-style homes is undeniable. Usually marked
Read More16 Pergola Ideas to Enhance Your Backyard
> Jonathan Gooch/GAP Interiors Add dynamic definition to your landscape with a stylish structure sure to enhance how you enjoy your outdoor space. If you hope to blur the lines
Read MoreMy Sweeten Story: A Crown Heights Duo Takes on their Smallest Spaces
dream shower and walk-in closet complete this Crown Heights closet and bathroom renovation “After” photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten Homeowners: Kate + Max posted their bathroom and closet renovation on
Read MoreHow to Revitalize a Landscape for Free
> Ask This Old House landscape designer Jenn Nawada updates a landscape by moving around, dividing, and pruning the current plants in the yard. Steps: First, remove any plants that
Read MoreRemodeling a Pre-war Home in the Washington DC Area
When remodeling pre-war homes in Washington DC, pay attention to exteriors and potential challenges to layout changes Remodeling pre-war homes in the Washington, D.C. area presents a rewarding challenge. It’s
Read MoreModern Classic Bathroom Round-Up
These 7 modern bathroom designs by Sweeten sleekly show off personal taste (Above) Sweeten homeowner Lexi’s bathroom renovation When you think of a modern classic bathroom, you probably conjure up
Read More9 Cool Problem-Solving Home Improvement Products
> Courtesy Marvin Check out these cool home upgrades and problem-solving product picks. This article appeared in the Fall 2021 issue of This Old House Magazine. Click here to learn
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