This Old House Hour Season 15 Episode 13 This Old House: Decorative Touches Make the Difference; Ask This Old House: Rooftop Gardens, Stains, Shed

This Old House Hour season 15 episode 13 features two segments: one from This Old House and one from Ask This Old House. In the This Old House segment, titled "Decorative Touches Make the Difference," the team works on adding finishing touches to a recently renovated 1920s Dutch Colonial home in Massachusetts. Host Kevin O'Connor visits a local textile designer to see how she created custom window treatments and pillows for the home's living room, adding warmth and elegance to the space. Next, general contractor Tom Silva shows off the custom-built radiator cover he designed and built, which not only hides an unsightly unit but also serves as a display for books and collectibles. Finally, landscape contractor Roger Cook gives a tour of the home's outdoor spaces, including a new bluestone patio and landscape lighting that create a welcoming atmosphere for outdoor entertaining.

In the Ask This Old House segment, titled "Rooftop Gardens, Stains, Shed," the team answers three different home improvement questions. First, horticulturist Roger Cook visits a rooftop garden in Brooklyn, New York, to show viewers how to build and maintain a green roof with plants that can withstand harsh sun and wind. Next, Kevin O'Connor and staining expert Amy Howard demonstrate how to remove and prevent stains on concrete surfaces, particularly in high-traffic areas like driveways and garages. Finally, general contractor Tom Silva travels to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to help a homeowner build a shed from scratch that will not only store garden tools but also serve as a charming backyard retreat.

Overall, This Old House Hour season 15 episode 13 offers a range of home improvement ideas and projects, from small decorative touches to large-scale outdoor renovations. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a homeowner looking to hire professionals, there's something for everyone in this episode.