This Old House Magazine - July/August 2020

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Explore light-filled house remodels, one-room makeovers, and colorful outdoor spaces. Plus, learn about easy-care building materials, from composite decking to metal roofing.

Refresher course

A gathering space weighed down by dark paneling and a drop ceiling gets lightened up in a two-phase remodel

1 min

Same space, new function

With upgraded fixtures and finishes, a once-bland master bath gains storage and serenity—without the need for any additional square footage

1 min

Tucked away

A quest for privacy—and a flair for collecting—takes a California homeowner on a 14-year journey to turn a blank-slate backyard into a lush, layered getaway

2 mins

Making a House Their Own

A young couple tackle the project of a lifetime, showing what’s possible when you’ve got DIY skills, a go-for-it attitude, and stamina to spare

8 mins

Hillside Paradise

Decades in the making, this terraced garden offers 360 degrees of color, while providing layers of privacy from nearby neighbors and a lush habitat for visiting wildlife.

5 mins

Fit for Generations to Come

Built-in 1891, the gracious Shingle-style house had welcomed more than a century of family gatherings. Revived and improved during a nine-month renovation documented by TOH TV, it stands ready for its current owners to add their own chapter to its history

6 mins

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This Old House Magazine Description:

This Old House magazine is a quarterly publication that provides inspiration, information, and detailed instruction for homeowners who want to improve their homes. The magazine is published by This Old House Ventures, which is also the parent company of the This Old House television show and website.

Each issue of This Old House magazine features articles on a variety of home improvement topics, including:

* Remodeling projects
* DIY projects
* Home maintenance
* Energy efficiency
* Sustainable living
* Decorating ideas
* Gardening tips
* And more

The magazine also includes step-by-step instructions for many of the projects, as well as interviews with experts and advice from This Old House's cast of carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and other home improvement professionals.

This Old House magazine is a valuable resource for homeowners of all levels of experience. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, you will find something to learn in every issue.