This Old House (1979)

Episodes

Next episode: S48E3 · 2026-10-15

1. 1 1. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 11984-10-05Our host looks into the concept of ""sweat equity"" will fuel the series. The season's first project consists of converting an attic into a new master bedroom and bathroom. Our hos
2. 2 2. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 21984-10-12While the designs for the new bedroom and bathroom are being finalized, our host and the homeowner look into such details as wiring, piping and telephone hookups. After a visit to
3. 3 3. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 31984-10-19Exterior work for the new bedroom and bathroom gets underway, including framing and sheathing. Our host and our master carpenter discuss the new deck, exterior trim, sliding glass
4. 4 4. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 41984-10-26Work continues on the new bedroom and bathroom, with Rob and Jennifer tackling the job of shingling, including the installation of flashing. Meanwhile, the rough plumbing work begi
5. 5 5. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 51984-11-02The new bathroom begins to take shape, as homeowners Jennifer and Rob install a new fiberglass shower with our host's help. Our host and Rob also tackle electrical work.
6. 6 6. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 61984-11-09Accompained by Richard Trethewey, Rob and Jennifer visit a plumbing fixtures store. Later, the bathroom floor is tiled and work begins on the new outside deck.
7. 7 7. In and Around Boston - Hidden Asset 71984-11-16It's time for the finishing touches to be applied to the new master bedroom and bathroom. Our host says goodbye to the weary but satisfied homeowners and their space, and previews
8. 8 8. In and Around Boston - Playground 11984-11-23Our host introduces the next set of do-it-yourselfers: Debbie and Dick, homeowners want to create a family entertainment center and den in their dank basement. After we visit other
9. 9 9. In and Around Boston - Playground 21984-11-30Homeowners Dick and Debbie begin construction on their basement family room by framing, insulating and sheathing the side walls. They also discuss ideas for wall paneling.
10. 10 10. In and Around Boston - Playground 31984-12-07The basement family room takes shape as the electrical wiring, wall paneling and suspended ceiling are installed.
11. 11 11. In and Around Boston - Playground 41984-12-14Our master carpenter offers assistance with the construction of shelves and storage cabinets for the basement entertainment room. Later, resilient vinyl flooring is laid.
12. 12 12. In and Around Boston - Playground 51984-12-21The homeowners call in a mason, install lighting fixtures and welcome interior decorator Joseph Ruggiero from Ethan Allen, manufacturers of traditional furniture.
13. 13 13. In and Around Boston - A House of Green Leaves 11984-12-28Our host introduces the next set of novice do-it-yourselfers, Meade and Bob of Reading, Massachusetts, who will be adding a single-story greenhouse to their Cape-style home. The co
14. 14 14. In and Around Boston - A House of Green Leaves 21985-01-04The greenhouse frame ie erected and the window glazing process is demonstrated. Later, quilted shades are installed over the windows to provide insulation at night.
15. 15 15. In and Around Boston - A House of Green Leaves 31985-01-11The homeowners learn how to install plumbing for the greenhouse heating system and how to wire the new addition for electricity.
16. 16 16. In and Around Boston - A House of Green Leaves 41985-01-18The homeowners get a lesson in carpentry as redwood benches and and shelves for the greenhouse are constructed.
17. 17 17. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 11985-01-25Our host introduces the next project of the season: a kitchen remodeling. Our host and the homeowners discuss how to update the kitchen facilities and layout while maintaining the
18. 18 18. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 21985-02-01Demolition begins on the kitchen remodeling project when a dumpster is secured. Richard Trethewey gives the homeowners some unsettling news about the jumble of pipes in the basemen
19. 19 19. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 31985-02-08Our host tours the Brosco window manufacturing plant in North Andover, Massachusetts, before installing a bay window in the kitchen. The kitchen walls are insulated and new plumbin
20. 20 20. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 41985-02-15The homeowners pick up new kitchen appliances with the help of a professional kitchen designer. Custom-made oak cabinets are installed.
21. 21 21. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 51985-02-22The new kitchen receives a sink and garage disposal system, and tiling techniques are reviewed.
22. 22 22. In and Around Boston - Kitchen Kitsch 61985-03-01Finishing touches are applied in the remodeled kitchen. The beech flooring is completed, a wood stove is installed, and the kitchen is outfitted with cooking accessories.
23. 23 23. In and Around Boston - An Artful Apartment 11985-03-08Our host introduces the final project of the season: a disaster of an apartment beginning for redecoration. Working with designer Ben Lloyd of Mertopolitan Home magazine, tenants M
24. 24 24. In and Around Boston - An Artful Apartment 21985-03-15Experts at the New England Design Center advise our host and the apartment dwellers on choosing fabrics, furnishings and carpeting. Back in the apartment, Ben Lloyd presents final
25. 25 25. In and Around Boston - An Artful Apartment 31985-03-22Lighting expert Richard Mecher discusses portable lighting fixtures for the apartment. Our host reviews progress in the kithcen and oversees restoration of the cork floor in the gu
26. 26 26. In and Around Boston - An Artful Apartment 41985-03-29Final details are completed in the apartment, including the installation of state-of-the-art telephone and a personal computer. Designer Ben Lloyd, tenants Margie and Eric and our