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How to Make a Towel Rack With Vintage Taps

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

Get creative and mount an old set of porcelain taps on a board to use as hooks for towels and robes

Cheapskate Hall of Fame II

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

Die-hard renovators will stop at nothing to save a buck—and we think that's terrific. Presenting our second annual roundup of penny-pinching advice from TOH readers

Survive the Holidays With Your Kitchen Intact

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

If hosting the whole family on the holidays makes your sanity go down the drain with the leftover gravy, follow these foolproof tips on getting your home in tip-top shape for a happy and stress-free Turkey Day

How to Drain Pipes for the Winter

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

Hot tips for avoiding frozen pipes with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey

Create a Craftsman-Style Kitchen

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

Known for its handsome wood built-ins and handcrafted details, this early-20th-century style is a natural for a warm family hub. Here's how to duplicate it in your home

Salvaged door

Nov 06 2009 06:00:00AM

"If you plan to use a salvaged door inside, preserve its stripped wood finish by sealing it with paste wax, such as Briwax, in a light-brown color. Just be sure to first smooth the door's surface with fine-grit sandpaper."
— Kelly Wilkerson, The Bank Architectural Antiques, New Orleans