The This Old House Hour

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14x1
Dude, Where's My Victorian
Episode overview
A new project kicks off Season 14: the restoration of an 1895 Victorian in Belmont, Mass. In the second half: sprucing up a school garden; and installing a whole house fan.
14x2
The Kitchen Came Tumbling Down
Episode overview
Plants are removed to make way for the porch; the demolition to open up the kitchen begins; a determination is made on how the weight of the house will be supported; and the window .. show full overview
14x3
Bracing the Basement
Episode overview
Rotten lally columns in the basement are replaced; the marble sink and claw-foot tub are removed from the guest bath so that they can be restored; and a historic house with 19th-century .. show full overview
14x4
It's All About the Beams
Episode overview
Flitch beams are installed in the kitchen; a rear-mounted toilet is discovered on the third floor; and a plan for the shade-covered backyard is developed. Also: how laminated veneer .. show full overview
14x5
It's Foundation Time
Episode overview
Work on the mudroom foundation begins; the insulation in the attic is removed; and a door is resized to fit a smaller opening. Also: dream-kitchen cabinets. In the second half: creating .. show full overview
14x6
Opening the Entry
Episode overview
The blocks for the mudroom foundation are placed; a bay window is built in the kitchen; and the front entryway is opened up. Also: visiting the shop where the original windows are being .. show full overview
14x7
Victorian 2.0
Episode overview
The HVAC plan is explained; the old steel main water line is replaced; and the bathroom tile is selected. In the second half: a butterfly garden is created; an under-lit closet is brightened; and must-have woodworking tools are discussed.
14x8
Antiques for an Antique House
Episode overview
Framing begins on the front porch; ductwork is snaked through the house; and an outdoor antique show is visited. In the second half: Home brewing is discussed with Bridget Lancaster .. show full overview
14x9
True Colors
Episode overview
The mudroom is framed; the homeowners consider colors for the exterior of their house; the process of refinishing the clawfoot bathtub is explained; and the 120 Victorian molding is .. show full overview
14x10
Victorian Warmth
Episode overview
The flooring for the front porch is installed; light fixtures are selected; the new fireplaces on the first floor are discussed; and the porch roof shingles are installed. In the second .. show full overview
14x11
Grinding Out the Details
Episode overview
A storm door is converted into a window for the mudroom porch; interior paint colors are selected; the porch piers are shingled; and tile is installed in the master bath. In the second .. show full overview
14x12
This Old Tree House
Episode overview
An arched shingle design is created for the front porch gable; the process of making a custom floor cloth for the kitchen is examined; porch railings are built; and work on a tree house .. show full overview
14x13
What's Old Is New Again
Episode overview
Work continues on the tree house; the refurbished windows are installed; wainscoting is installed in the front entryway; and the parquet flooring is restored. In the second half: .. show full overview
14x14
Inside Out Restoration
Episode overview
Plants removed prior to construction are returned; a craftsman carves two newel posts; the refurbished clawfoot tub and marble countertop are installed; and the treehouse is revealed to .. show full overview
14x15
The Final Countdown
Episode overview
The kitchen counters are installed; a divider between the eating area and mudroom is built; mechanical improvements in the basement are detailed; and a special magnetic paint is applied .. show full overview
14x16
Goodbye Tired Old House
Episode overview
Historical texture is added to the master suite; and the end of the project reveals a new Victorian front porch, restored windows, relaxing master suite, functional living space and open .. show full overview
14x17
This Old New House
Episode overview
A new project commences on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Also: a chimney overhaul; the installation of an exhaust fan in a kitchen and a tutorial on roof shingles.
14x18
The North Shore is a Blast
Episode overview
A tour of the factory where the house will be built. In the second half: an overflow drain is installed.
14x19
Truck in the New House
Episode overview
A perimeter drain is installed; the new foundation is inspected; the first shipment of pre-cut framing lumber arrives; the landscape plan is explained; and framing begins. In the second .. show full overview
14x20
North Shore Framezilla
Episode overview
The plan for the living-dining room is explained; the exterior trim arrives; and a look at how the roof is being raised. In the second half: an Idaho potato farm; home weather stations; and track lighting.
14x21
Up on the Roof
Episode overview
Red cedar shingles are installed on the roof; window installation begins; and the pre-built cupola is lifted to the top of the garage. Also: a trip to Vermont to see reproduction light .. show full overview
14x22
400 Years of Home Technology
Episode overview
Work begins on the geothermal system; First Period homes are toured; the stairs and wall panels are built at the factory; and new technology to seal ductwork is spotlighted. In the .. show full overview
14x23
Making New Look Old
Episode overview
Work begins on the geothermal system; First Period homes are toured; the stairs and wall panels are built at the factory; and new technology to seal ductwork is spotlighted. In the .. show full overview
14x24
House Requires Some Assembly
Episode overview
Landscaping begins with a backyard patio; the den receives some formal wainscoting; the interior paint colors are selected; and the factory-made staircase is installed. In the second .. show full overview
14x25
A Race to the Punch List
Episode overview
The staircase is finished with a maple newel post; and a reproduction antique light fixture is connected to a granite lamppost. Also: how water is water drawn from the well; and how the .. show full overview
14x26
What's New Is Old Again
Episode overview
In the Season 14 finale, the exterior transformation is assessed; a custom closet is built; and the home's interior is toured. In the second half: a home gym is built for a wounded Navy .. show full overview

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