Trimming and edging your yard cuts the grass that a lawn mower can’t reach, giving your yard a clean and uniform cut. Trimming, or weed eating, allows you to cut the areas around stationary objects in your yard, while edging helps you cut a straight line in the grass where your yard meets mulch beds, roads, or sidewalks. Affiliate Disclosure There are a variety of gas, electric, and battery powered weed eaters....
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Next episode: Idea House Build: Let the Light In | Cottage on the Cape (E2) About the Idea House Build series: Join This Old House Pro2Pro Editor Chris Ermides as we chronicle the build of the 2020 Idea Houses in two new video series, Idea House Build: Cottage on the Cape and Idea House Build: Farmhouse in Fairfield County. Follow along as we document everything from breaking ground to the home transformation journey, as well as inspire and educate about the latest products and trends in the industry....
Steps: 1. Start by cutting the plywood to the depth of the cabinet using the track saw. 2. Measure and mark for the four sides of the box. For now, work on the piece as one giant board instead of cutting the sides out individually. 3. Attach the 1x3 inch oak to the front of the plywood using a mortising drill, floating tenons, and wood glue. 4. Run the board through the table saw to get the front piece of the oak to the correct dimension....
In this video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook takes a quick look at three riding mower options. Types of Riding Lawn Mower Basic Riding Lawn Mower A basic riding mower costs about $900 and has the engine located below the seat. Its narrow 30-inch mowing deck isn’t efficient for mowing large lawns, but it does allow the mower to easily fit through narrow gates and into sheds or garages....
Mark and the homeowner tear up the old bricks and save as many as they can to reuse later on. Mark explains that every good walkway uses three ingredients: crusher run, stone dust, and a good edging. Not compacting the base enough can also cause bumps in a walkway, and a simple plastic edging to both sides of the walkway will ensure that the walkway is held in place. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Steps for Redoing a Brick Path: Remove old bricks and save any bricks in good condition to use for the new path....
In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to rescue a buried, root-clogged pipe, without digging up the whole site. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Steps for repairing a sewer pipe Insert a video inspection tool into the sewer pipe and look for evidence of tree roots growing inside the pipe. Attach a cutter head onto the end of an electric drain snake. Place the cutter head into the sewer pipe and turn on the drain snake’s motor....
Most teenagers spend their Saturdays sleeping in, going to the mall, or maybe doing their homework. But for these teens down in New Orleans, they roll up their sleeves and get to work building houses. Founded in 2015, unCommon Construction (uCC) is a non-profit that teaches high school students both construction and work skills. According to Aaron Frumin, the executive director of uCC, the students meet up for a few hours after school each week, and all day on Saturdays to work toward building skills, and a new home....
Suburban Hodgepodge Its rural location, in the Upper Peninsula town of Chassell, MI, and roomy interior made this 1970s brick-and-stucco house a good fit for Tyler and Heidi Jouppe and their nine children. But the home’s suburban style doesn’t reflect its rustic setting, and 40-plus years of harsh winters have taken a toll on the now-crumbling exterior. “We need help,” Heidi says. Rustic Blend So we asked local architect Heather Sewell to give the house a fresh look....
Previous episode: S43 E16 | Next episode: S43 E18 In this episode: It’s a brand-new project in a part of a large city with a small-town feel. This modest Victorian defined suburban living before the turn of the last century, but now it’s time for an upgrade. In this episode, we meet a new builder and homeowners. Kevin O’Connor, Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, and Jenn Nawada take a ride to the 1890s Victorian in the Boston neighborhood of West Roxbury....
Top 4 Angle Grinders Best Battery-Powered Grinder: DEWALT 20-Volt MAX Brushless Grinder Best Case: Makita 4.5-Inch Angle Grinder Most Lightweight: Bosch 4.5-Inch Angle Grinder Best Accessories: Metabo HPT Angle Grinder Best Battery-Powered Grinder: DEWALT 20-Volt MAX Brushless Grinder This battery-powered grinder contains a brushless motor that adjusts its power output based on the job, maintaining tool efficiency and battery life. It’s a part of DEWALT’s PERFORM & PROTECT line of tools, ensuring steady control and low vibration without sacrificing performance....
CONCORD, Mass., JAN. 23, 2020 —Beginning January 30th, the Emmy Award-winning series This Old House will air a four-part special on its mission to help rebuild Paradise, California after the disastrous fires that destroyed 14,000 homes and killed 85 people in November of 2018. The special will premiere on PBS and then stream on ThisOldHouse.com and the This Old House App. When the town issued its first building permit, Paradise fought back to rebuild in a way that is safe and sustainable for the future – and This Old House was there to help....
If you’re an avid DIYer, you’re already on your way to saving money. But with the right planning, you can transform the feel of a whole room with a single project that only costs you a few hundred bucks. Easy Home Upgrades You Can Do on a Budget Pick from our round-up of value-boosting upgrades that all come in under the $500 mark—some well under. Not only will they be soft on your wallet now, but some of these will even save you money in the future....
Ask just about any painting pro, and he’ll tell you that his trade has a real image problem. After all, everyone thinks they can paint—just watch how fast the color goes up on those done-in-a-day home-makeover shows. Grab a brush, a roller, and a couple gallons of latex, and you’re all set, right? Not quite. “The truth is, it is easy to do things poorly,” says Rich O’Neil, who chairs a craftsmanship committee within the Painting and Decorating Contractors Association of America....
Renovating a bathroom is no small undertaking. So before you start tearing up the tiles and picking out the tub, get a little advice from the people who make bathroom makeovers their bread and butter. We polled contractors, designers, and other pros for their top tips and insider tricks for getting every detail right. Whether you’re on a budget or ready to pay a pretty penny, follow these DIY bathroom remodeling ideas and you’re sure to create the bathroom you always wanted....
Lots of you, including reader Lana Helms, told us that every family should own a wood picnic table. But not just any table. Reader Jean-Guy Marion hides his under the deck because “it’s not the prettiest thing to look at.” Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time This trestle-and-slat design from This Old House contributor Christopher Beidel, owner of Pernt, in Brooklyn, New York, should resolve Jean-Guy’s aesthetic quibbles. We hope it works for reader Lisa Emery, who says, “We’re searching for a table that is welcoming and functional....
“There’s something elegant about pedestal sinks,” says This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey. “And they’re perfect for a half bath, where a vanity would overwhelm the limited space.” Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Pedestal sinks were originally made of enameled cast iron, but by 1915 manufacturers began fabricating them from vitreous china, a glass-like porcelain. For all their stylish attributes, pedestal sinks present some installation challenges....
Top 4 Pool Lights Best Permanent Light: Roleadro Pool Light Best Speaker: Blufree Bluetooth Speaker With Colorful Lights Best Bulb: Life-Bulb LED Color Pool Light Bulb Best Suction Light: VIDOME Rechargeable Pool Lights Best Permanent Light: Roleadro Pool Light Key Features Comes with one light and a remote Has a screw-in design Offers seven static and five dynamic modes What Customers Are Saying Customers thought that this light was fairly easy to set up given its permanent installation process....
Top 5 Blenders Best Container: Ninja Professional Countertop Blender Best Accessories: NutriBullet Blender Combo Best Speed Control: Vitamix Explorian Blender Most Customizable: KitchenAid Blender Best Personal Blender: Hamilton Beach Personal Blender Best Container: Ninja Professional Countertop Blender Pros and Cons ✔ Includes two single-serve containers and one 72-ounce pitcher✔ Has nutrient-extracting blades that break down fruits and leafy greens easily✔ Crushes ice in seconds Compare Top Blenders Ninja Professional Countertop Blender...
Top 5 Ironing Boards Best Safety Features: Brabantia Steam Rest Ironing Board Best Mesh Board: Minky Homecare Ergo Plus Ironing Board Best For Small Spaces: Bartnelli Rorets Space-Saving Ironing Board Best Basic Board: HOMZ T-Leg Ironing Board Largest Board: HOMZ Heavy-Duty Ironing Board Best Safety Features: Brabantia Steam Rest Ironing Board The child safety lock on this ironing board prevents your kids from accidentally opening it and injuring themselves. Additionally, this ironing board includes an iron rest that keeps you from burning your clothes or the board’s cover when your iron isn’t in use....
