Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to build a retaining wall. Steps:1 Dig into hillside 2 ft. back from face of retaining wall.2 Stretch a level line between wood stakes to establish th ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to remove crabgrass. Steps:1 Adjust cutting depth of lawnmower to lowest setting and mow lawn; use bag to collect and discard all clippings.2 Scrape t ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to install a rainwater collection system. Steps:1. Install three solid-concrete barrel blocks in garden beside a downspout; check blocks for level.2. ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to choose exterior paint schemes.Steps:1. For small, simple Queen Anne home, choose a three-color scheme; large, elaborate Victorians can support up t ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to plant a tree in poor soil. Steps:1 Select spot for tree away from house and overhead wires.2 Measure diameter of the plastic tree pot.3 Dig a hole ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to plant a tree. Steps:1. Measure width of tree's root ball; multiply times three to calculate tree-hole diameter.2. Mark the tree-hole diameter onto ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to prune a privet hedge. Steps:1 Use loppers to remove one-third of the older stems, so sunlight can penetrate the hedge's interior.2 Find long stems ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to choose the perfect palm trees for your back yard.Steps:1. Eureka palms can be planted close to home without fear of damage to structure.2. Use tall ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to remove a tree stump. Steps:1 Use shovel to dig out any rocks from around the tree stump.2 Start up the stump grinder and drive it close to the stum ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to transplant a tree. Steps:1 Wrap tree with rope to protect the branches during transport to new location.2 Measure the width of tree trunk; multiply ...