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9 Steps to a Lush Lawn

> Want to create a lusher lawn? Read these tips from This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook. American homes are host to more than 30 million acres of lawns,

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Curb Appeal: Modernizing a 1950s Cape Cod

> Arthur Mount With a full-width front porch, a new two-story garage, and a fresh color palette, architect Jeff Troyer gives a 1953 Cape the upgraded look and function it

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Fall Lawn Treatment: 7 Musts for Your Yard

> iStock Take note of these helpful tips that your lawn needs before the onset of winter. Among turf care experts, it’s a well-known fact that the best way to

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How To Remove Wallpaper Border

> iStock Do you have an outdated wallpaper border that you want to remove? Read this step-by-step guide to learn how to easily remove wallpaper borders from your walls. Removing

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Propane vs. Oil Heat: Which Is Best For Home Heating?

> iStock If you have a choice between fuels to heat your home, the answer frequently comes down to money. Which is the cheapest fuel to heat with? In most

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Do You Need Permits to Remodel a Bathroom?

Discover if you’ll need a permit for your bathroom remodel based on the work, how you’ll file the permits, and your building codes When do you need permits to remodel

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How to Choose and Use Birdfeeders

> Feeding our feathered friends with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and Massachusetts Audubon Naturalist Tia Pinney In this video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and

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Melting Snow: Heated Driveway Systems vs. Portable Heating Mats

> iStock Long winters can be unbearable, especially if it means removing snow from your driveway several times a week. Heated driveway systems come in various forms and make winter

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Before & After: Inside a 1925 Craftsman Remodel 

> New two-over-two windows throughout brighten the entry, as do the custom transom and sidelights that surround the front door, which moved to expand the living room. | Laura Metzler

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The Best Firewood to Heat Your Home

> iStock Learn why one wood is better than another, the differences between hardwood and softwood, and safety tips for your woodburning appliance. Burning wood is a great way to

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