Megan Baker
This Old House
New York, NY, United States
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Paint Job Staples Used for Clever Cleaning
A ½-inch foam brush makes quick work of cleaning out the tracks of windows and sliding doors. Dip in soapy water before running it through tracks, then use a dry rag to mop up. → Read More
Say What? Translating Your Contractor
If you've ever heard a contractor talking to his crew, you might think they're speaking a secret language. In a way, they are: Contractors often use tradesman terms that might be unfamiliar to the uninitiated. Use this helpful cheat sheet as a guide to some of the lingo so that you won't risk miscommunication on your next project. If He's a GC... What he said: "Once we put in a dutchman, you… → Read More
4 Kitchen-Right Lights Made from Cooking Essentials
Everyday items get a second, more illuminating life when you outfit them with plug-in or hardwired cord kits → Read More
5 Quick Cures for Kitchen Grime
Sure, you remember to give counters and floors a clean sweep—but what about not-so-obvious spots in your cook space? Here's how to sanitize some easy-to-forget gunk magnets: Range Hood Grease buildup can render filters ineffective. Once a month, remove them and soak in hot water with dish detergent for 10 minutes, then scrub with a nylon brush. Wipe goo and dust off the hood exterior with a rag… → Read More
Online Interior Design Help, a Click Away
Thanks to a growing array of online services, anyone can have access to an interior designer. Here's the scoop on five stylish options: Kabuni Price: Free What you get: A shoppable design board—think Pinterest—that's curated by designers, who receive a cut of product sales via the app. Havenly Price: $79-$199 per room What you get: Two concept boards; top price includes revisions. After that,… → Read More
Save This Old House: North Carolina Queen Anne Filled with Treasures
Dozens of ideas, loads of how-tos, and the latest advice on the projects and products you need to improve your home today, plus special offers. → Read More
10 Uses for Weatherstripping
Now that you've sealed your drafty doors and windows, keep that thrifty spirit alive. Save those leftover pieces of foam, felt, or tubing for these other practical purposes. → Read More
6 Tips for Mixing Your Own Paints
Expert advice for turning your leftover paints into custom blends → Read More
6 Design Tips for Better-Lit Rooms
The fewer hours of daylight in winter can leave a space with good sun exposure feeling a bit dim—and they're certainly no boon to ones that receive little or no natural light. Here, advice from interior design pro Michael Murphy of Lamps Plus on how to harness light for brighter rooms. → Read More
Save This Old House: Free Illinois Queen Anne
This 1896 home needs someone to bring its grand details back to life → Read More
Bath-Cleaning Shortcuts
Tannic acid in the tea helps remove water spots. Pour room-temperature tea into a spray bottle, and wipe with a lint-free cloth. → Read More
TOH Superfans Who Made Our Projects Their Own
Plenty of people are happy just flipping through This Old House, but these determined DIYers didn't stop there → Read More
TOH Superfans Who Made Our Projects Their Own
Plenty of people are happy just flipping through This Old House, but these determined DIYers didn't stop there → Read More
Say What? Translating Your Contractor
A helpful cheat sheet on contractor lingo → Read More
Best Bath Before and Afters 2015
The most beautiful bath spaces from the Search for America's Best Remodel 2015 → Read More
Before You Sell: Fix It or Leave It?
If you're thinking of selling your house down the line, some items lingering on your to-do list could make buyers turn and run. Here, real-estate pros reveal the repairs and upgrades you should do and the ones you can leave for the new owners. → Read More
Heads Up! Faux Taxidermy
Sign up today for our FREE e-mail newsletters and get helpful tips and timely article links delivered to your e-mail inbox. You may select more than one. → Read More
Best Bath Before and Afters 2015
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Fast Fixes for Floor Scratches
Between footwear, pets, and furniture, wood floors can take a beating. Minimize the signs of wear and tear with these easy repairs. → Read More
Power-Outage Essentials
Stormy weather accounts for more than 60 percent of electrical outages. Your best defense against the dark: handy gadgets that will help you and your family get through the night without leaving you feeling so...powerless. Read on for items to keep nearby just in case. → Read More