This Old House

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The Arlington House - Greek Revival
Episode overview
Our host takes you on a tour of the newest project - a three-story Greek Revival farmhouse in Arlington, Massachusetts. Over the next 26 weeks, he and his crew of building craftsmen will .. show full overview
4x2
The Arlington House - Landscaping and Remodeling
Episode overview
Our host considers the many remodeling possibilities for the old house with architect Jock Gifford and landscape atchitect Tom Wirth. Where to begin!
4x3
The Arlington House - Demolition, Slate Roof
Episode overview
Our host brings in the crane and demolition of a portion of the old farmhouse begins. Later, our hosts talks with a slate contractor about the old slate roof and discusses the merits of sandblasting.
4x4
The Arlington House - Moving The Garage
Episode overview
Our host and his crew jack up the garage, relocate it, and consider turning it into a workshop/garden shed. The crew also conducts a window and door energy audit.
4x5
The Arlington House - Sturbridge Village
Episode overview
Our host and master carpenter undertake the task of framing in the new 1982 wing of the 1850s Greek Revival farmhouse.
4x6
The Arlington House - Skylight Install, Room Heating
Episode overview
Our host and crew tackle the insulation of the old farmhouse's new wing.
4x7
The Arlington House - Timber Salvage Yard
Episode overview
Our host and crew assess the old farmhouse's electrical need and update wiring for today's lifestyle.
4x8
The Arlington House - Window Sashes, Tile Shopping
Episode overview
Our host and crew shingle the new wing and plaster ceilings in the old portion of the 1850's farmhouse.
4x9
The Arlington House - Waterproof Floor, Room Rewire
Episode overview
Our host and crew waterproof an exterior deck. Later, he discusses electrical wiring in new and existing walls and talks with restoratian specialist Dr. Judy Selwyn about the original paint used in the old farmhouse.
4x10
The Arlington House - Window Install, Lighting Design
Episode overview
Our host conducts a room-by-room analysis of lighting needs for the old house and visits a lighting showroom to look at options. Back at the old farmhouse, our master carpenter installs one of the new replacement window sashes.
4x11
The Arlington House - Trip To Nantucket
Episode overview
Our host pays a visit to a prototype exercise room room to get ideas for the old house's new spa and weight room. In the process, our host discovers the virtues of a steam shower, sauna .. show full overview
4x12
The Arlington House - Home Improvement Center
Episode overview
Our host and his crew install the whirlpool tub in the bathroom of the master bedroom suite. Next, he tackles the problem of insulating the attic.
4x13
The Arlington House - Wine Cellar, Plaster Moldings
Episode overview
Our host visits a prototype wine cellar for discussion of storage techniques, lighting and climate control. Later, he travels to Walpole Woodworkers to see how a fence is made.
4x14
The Arlington House - Hot Tub, Plant Nursery
Episode overview
Our host visits Weston Nurseries to select planting materials for the Arlington site. He chooses shrubbery, trees and plants to enhance the landscape and complement the farmhouse.
4x15
The Arlington House - Master Cabinetmaker
Episode overview
Our host travels to to Sturbridge, Massachusetts, for a visit with master cabinetmaker Jack Cronin. Cronin takes us through the process of building kitchen cabinets for the farmhouse kitchen.
4x16
The Arlington House - Solar Power In Eldorado
Episode overview
Our host travels to Santa Fe, New Mexico, for a look at El Dorado, a community built around the sun. He explains how the subdivision utilizes passive and active solar heating and cooling .. show full overview
4x17
The Arlington House - Outdoor Lights, Indoor Painting
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Our host discusses the site preparation for and assembly of a redwood hot tub. Later, the crew carries out the tub installation.
4x18
The Arlington House - Super-Insulated Homes
Episode overview
Our host discusses the problem of roof damage on the newly expanded dining area. Next, he visits a super-insulated home in Aurora, Illinois, and talks with its builder Perry Bigelow about construction details.
4x19
The Arlington House - Hanging Cabinets, Kerosene Heat
Episode overview
Our host talks with landscape architect Tom Wirth about plans for the farmhouse grounds. Later, the crew begins installation of kitchen cabinets in the auxiliary apartment.
4x20
The Arlington House - Yellow Pine Flooring
Episode overview
Our host welcomes Better Homes and Gardens interior designer Bob Ditmer. Ditmer walks through the Arlington House and makes recommendations for the decor. Later, our master carpenter starts construction of the sauna.
4x21
The Arlington House - Fence Installation, Steam Shower
Episode overview
Our host and the crew work outdoors installing the farmhouse's redwood gazebo and stockade fence. In the apartment kitchen, Richard Trethewey explains the installation of a sink and hot water heater.
4x22
The Arlington House - Kitchen Sink, Track Lighting
Episode overview
Our host and the crew install Palladian windows on the garage and then outfit the apartment kitchen, Richard Trethewey explains the installation of a sink and hot water heater.
4x23
The Arlington House - New Appliances, Old Doors
Episode overview
Our host and the crew install a Palladian window on the garage and then outfit the apartment kitchen with appliances. Later, our master carpenter builds and installs a passive lock system.
4x24
The Arlington House - Terracotta Tile, Projection TV
Episode overview
Our host reviews the installation of a projection television system in the media room and tile in the main kitchen. In the wine cellar, expert Phillipe Pascal makes suggestions for stocking French wines.
4x25
The Arlington House - Carpet Installation, German Wine
Episode overview
Our host walks through the Arlington farmhouse for another look at lighting needs, then discusses mirrors and equipment for the exercise room. German wine expert William Steifensandtaks about his recommendations for the wine cellar.
4x26
The Arlington House - Dream Home
Episode overview
Our host takes a final tour of the fully decorated ""dream house of the 1980s."" Starting on the second floor, he guides viewers through the exercise room, master bedroom and bath, and .. show full overview

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