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Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn a commission. Looking for the best mattress for side sleepers? Side sleeping is considered one of the healthiest sleep positions for your back and spine, but the wrong mattress can leave you waking up with aches and pains. Because the hips and shoulders press deeply into the mattress, hip and shoulder pain can arise on the wrong bed....

Want to keep the Generation NEXT initiative going strong? Help us spread the word about the Generation NEXT Casting Call! Turns out that’s how Brookline apprentice Carly Comitino found out about last year’s casting call—a friend of her family mentioned it to her, knowing that she had an interest in the building trades. So if you know someone who might be a good candidate, encourage him or her to submit some basic information and a self-produced video that tells about their interest in a career in the trades....

This article appeared in the Fall 2022 issue of This Old House Magazine. Click here to learn how to subscribe. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time The do-it-yourself projects that jump to the top of my list always seem to be the ones that add more function to our home. If a build promises to put wasted space to good use or bring organization to a cluttered area, I find myself feeling extra inspired....

Previous episode: S18 E23 | Next episode: S18 E25 In this episode: Nathan Gilbert travels to Missouri to install a set of bypass doors for a pantry; Richard Trethewey tests two different styles of smart automatic water shutoff valves; Ross Trethewey explores the design and testing of asphalt roof shingles that can reflect some of the sun’s heat away from the building. How to Install Bypass Pantry Doors Nathan Gilbert travels to Missouri to install a set of bypass doors for a pantry....

Best Comprehensive Kit: M2 Basics First Aid Kit Whether you need emergency supplies for when you get lost in the woods or your son scrapes his knee, this first aid kit covers almost every situation with its 300 pieces. It contains bandages, gauze, tape, sterilization equipment, miscellaneous medical supplies, and survival tools. Key Features Contains 300 pieces Helps with medical and non-medical emergencies Comes in a soft fabric case What Customers Are Saying Many reviewers complimented this first aid kit’s value and offerings....

While it might seem that hazards happen randomly, the fact is that we can do a great deal to reduce their likelihood by being proactive in our own homes. First, simply have on hand some basic emergency supplies, and be prepared for the kinds of natural disasters that happen in your region. And, since kids are probably the most vulnerable family members, think about the risks they might face at home....

We know you love your neighbors, but sometimes everyone needs a secluded retreat in their own backyard. Here are four customizable solutions to make your landscape more private that you can tackle over a weekend. Build a Rolling Privacy Planter This living, leafy privacy planter provides an attractive trellis screen, not to mention a convenient way to exercise your green thumb. Casters make it easy to roll the screen around a patio, porch, or deck, so you can shut out the neighbors wherever you sit....

Benchtop drill presses are powerful woodworking and metalworking tools used to bore precise holes with minimal effort. They’re particularly useful for projects that require the repetitive drilling of same-sized holes. While the purpose of a benchtop drill press is straightforward, different models vary in size and drill bit compatibility, impacting the performance of each drill press. To help you select the right model, the This Old House Reviews team researched the best benchtop drill presses on the market....

If your trusty old air conditioner or refrigerator breaks down after years of use, don’t look to your homeowners insurance or the manufacturer’s warranty for help—you won’t be covered. For normal wear-and-tear damage, you need a home warranty. We’ve reviewed the best home warranty companies in Dallas, and we’re prepared to offer our recommendations to Texas homeowners. Here are four of our top choices based on what you’re looking for in a provider....

The This Old House Reviews Team is committed to providing comprehensive and unbiased reviews to our readers. This means earning your trust through transparent reviews and having the data to back up our ratings and recommendations. Our rating system for solar panel companies and installers is on a 100-point scale based on five factors: Payment options (40 points): Options include purchase, loan, lease, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Companies receive points for each of those four options it provides....

Steps for installing a storm door with a dog door Measure the door where the storm door will go and be sure to get the right size. In this case, the door is 80” x 36.” Measure to ensure the door is square before you install the storm door. Use the 3-4-5 method to help. The jamb is three feet wide at the top. Use a tape measure to measure down 4 feet....

Previous episode: S44 E11 | Next episode: Posting on Feb 6, 8am ET In this episode: Work and progress continue at the Newburyport house. The screened-in porch that will become a part of the living room has been weathered in. All the electrical and plumbing have been replaced, the new mudroom has been built up, and the old pavers have been repurposed into a new patio out back. Overhanging the patio is a small roof section with a valley....

Previous episode: S44 E5 | Next episode: S44 E7 In this episode: The once electric blue 1890s Victorian has taken on a new look with a lighter exterior paint color, keeping with the period the home was built. On the interior, the design theme is a mix of old and new. Project manager Tristain O’Donnell gives Kevin O’Connor a tour of some original areas throughout, where the homeowners have thoughtfully chosen to remain untouched blending with the new....

Top 5 Wheelbarrows Highest Weight Capacity: Gorilla Carts Garden Dump Cart Most Portable: Gorilla Carts Poly Yard Cart Most Versatile: WORX Aerocart Wheelbarrow Best Wheels: Garden Star Marathon Yard Rover Best Electric Wheelbarrow: SuperHandy Electric-Powered Utility Cart Highest Weight Capacity: Gorilla Carts Garden Dump Cart This plastic wheelbarrow has a durable, rustproof plastic bed and four 10-inch pneumatic tires to help you complete a variety of DIY projects. It can handle up to 600 pounds, which makes it ideal for moving rocks or any other job that requires heavy lifting....

Seattle home prices are up 14.3 percent this year compared with last year, according to the January 2021 S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index. With median prices reaching $720,000, values of homes continue to increase, which makes Seattle an attractive destination for real estate sellers, buyers, and investors alike. Decisions on buying or selling a house should never be taken lightly. Real estate agents can help advise, negotiate, and advocate for you throughout the experience....

Less lawn can result in outdoor living spaces that demand less of your time and energy—not to mention less water, gas, and electricity. Fall’s cooler temperatures make now a good time to set the wheels in motion for a new and improved yard. Grassless Front Yard If you live where every house flaunts an immaculate, weed-free front lawn, giving up grass entirely might read as an act of rebellion. But you can gradually shift toward a front yard that’s more garden than lawn by establishing deep planting beds that curve along the front and sides of the house....

Painting wasn’t Mauro’s first career choice. Growing up with a handyman father, Mauro was more interested in carpentry than any other trade. However, that changed one day when Mauro worked for a carpentry contractor. On that fateful day, the painting contractor didn’t show up. Rather than fall behind, the carpenter asked Mauro if he could paint. Mauro was never one to turn down a challenge, and he agreed to paint the room in two days....

In this Build It, Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough teaches Kevin O’Connor how to patch holes in a tough surface. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Steps for Patching Holes in Brick Find a mortar mix or compound that matches the existing brick as closely as possible (an exact match isn’t likely) Using water sparingly, mix the compound or mortar mix to a thick putty-like consistency. It’s better to add small amounts of water a little at a time than trying adding material to a wet mix....

In this video, Tom Silva helps a homeowner replace the shingles on an old shed roof that’s been leaking for some time. After discussing the signs to look for when determining the condition of a shingled roof, the two get started by removing the existing shingles and patching the damaged sheathing underneath. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time How To Shingle a Shed Roof Keep in mind that you’ll have to repeat these steps for both sides of gabled roofs....

If you want to add a touch of Zen to your patio or garden, here’s a pleasing solution as compact as it is easy to care for. The simple box construction is plenty sturdy, a thick pond liner contains the water, and a plug-in aerator provides the circulation and oxygen that plants and fish need to thrive in a small space. Project details Skill Cost Estimated Time Lower in several hardy waterlilies, and the perennials will send up shoots that keep you in daily blooms of pink, red, white, and yellow from June through August....