But Christine Flynn and Liz Bagley, aunt-and-niece owners of the 1916 two-family house that covered in Season 28 of This Old House, were facing just that—until TOH general contractor Tom Silva came along. “People in houses built before WWII think there’s nothing they can do to protect against the cold,” says Tom. “Or they just don’t realize how much more comfortable their house can be.” Interior Wall Insulation in an Old House If a house’s attic (or roof) is already fully insulated, adding insulation to the walls may be the single best way to reduce heating and cooling costs....

After determining the size and layout, the three set out to build the rink. Jenn shows the homeowner how to determine the height for the top of the ice before Nathan details how to use the hardware to create butt and corner joints. Then, after adjusting the rink’s frame for height, the three fill any gaps with extra wood to ensure it can hold the ice. Finally, Jenn and Nathan roll out the plastic tarp, secure it in place with staples, and fill the rink with a garden hose....

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If you don’t know how to clean the inside of your toilet tank, don’t fret. The job doesn’t take a lot of effort, thanks to everyday cleaners you’re likely to have on hand. How to Fix a Running Toilet How Often You Should Clean Your Toilet Tank? Experts suggest cleaning your toilet tank twice a year to avoid mildew, rust, and grime—and to prevent a buildup of minerals that can damage the parts....

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Spots outdoors for lounging, refreshment, and sniffing the flowers: Sounds nice, right? Your dog thinks so, too. Adding these kinds of pet-centric areas to your yard, or reimagining existing ones with him in mind, means you can rest easy knowing he’s safe and stimulated while exploring the outdoors. Sure, letting your dog out the back door and into a fenced-in yard is simple, but it won’t prevent him from ripping up flower beds and a well-kept lawn if he’s bored....

What is Undermount Lighting for a Deck? By adding undermount lighting, it can provide light for the deck but also illuminate where you might be walking. They are also very easy to conceal. Heath goes through the process of installing waterproof strip lights and shows how you can make them last longer in the outdoors. By using mounting channels to put the lights in and heat shrink tubes to protect wire connections, he shows how to protect the lights from the elements....

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Luckily, the drain is easily accessible from the basement, so the homeowner and Richard get to work. Richard lays out a mockup version of what he’ll be installing and demonstrates what each piece will do. Together they remove the old drain and install the new one. How to Replace a Tub Drain: Step-by-Step Instructions Resources Richard replaced the old bath waste and overflow with an Everbilt Trip Lever Brass Pipe Bath Waste and Overflow in Chrome, though most bath waste and overflow kits would also work....

Resources: Jenn recommends removing weeds by hand or with a spray of vinegar, salt, and dish soap. Jenn used fiberglass planters for durability outside. She started with a layer of marble chips for drainage, then filled the containers with a mix of potting soil and compost. For the plants, Jenn used two kousa dogwoods underplanted with coleus. On the stairs, she planted a dwarf crape myrtle. Jenn added low voltage landscape lighting under the trees for safety and drama....

What is a Band Saw Used for? Band saws are versatile. While they don’t cut straight as well as a table saw does, they’re safer to use. And while a table saw can cut joints such as dadoes and rabbets that a band saw can’t, these joints are also easily cut with a router. With the correct blade, a band saw can cut wood or metal, in either curves or straight lines....

Mark explains that it’s important for him to have electricity in the shed because he needs to be able to check on the chickens at night, especially in the winter, and also to be able to see when walking out to the barn from his house. Read these steps to learn how to wire electricity to a shed or barn. How To Wire a Shed for Electricity Shopping list Rain-tight panel Electrical boxes Conduit Conduit hangers Weatherproof conduit connectors Light fixtures Switches Wire...

Here are some inventive and resourceful backyard hot tub ideas for you to consider, for truly creating a personal oasis. Build a Privacy Wall Most people would prefer to enjoy a relaxing soak without the neighbors peeking in. If that’s important to you, build a privacy wall around the tub—perhaps one that’s made from a natural material, such as wood or stone, to add to the tranquility of the space....

For example, if you’re creating a nursery for a newborn, it’s wise to plan for the day they graduate from the crib and into a toddler bed, which may call for a reorganization of the room. The same can be said for when a toddler no longer needs diapers and it’s time for their changing table to move out, or when your school-age child is ready for a desk to tackle homework, projects, and studying....

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In this episode: Carpenter Nathan Gilbert shows host Kevin O’Connor the proper way to hang a TV on a wall. After explaining the different types of wall mounts available, Nathan shows Kevin some helpful tips for locating studs. Then, the two discuss the hardware necessary for hanging a TV, highlighting the importance of matching the mount’s capacity to the TV’s size. With everything marked out, Nathan and Kevin pre-drill the holes for the lag bolts and hang the TV mount....