This Old House Hour Season 15 Episode 18 This Old House: Ready for Rehab; Ask This Old House: Passage Set; Landscape
- April 6, 2017
This Old House Hour season 15 episode 18 features two different segments from two different shows. The first segment is from the show This Old House and is titled "Ready for Rehab." In this episode, the team heads to Washington, D.C. to restore a historic row house. The home was built in the early 1900s and still has many original features, including a herringbone patterned brick wall. The team will be restoring the front facade of the house, as well as working on the front porch and landscaping. There are many challenges that come with working on a historic home, so the team will have to carefully plan and execute their restoration to ensure they don't cause any damage to the home's original features.
The second segment is from the show Ask This Old House and is titled "Passage Set." In this episode, the team helps a homeowner replace an old, rusty door knob set with a new, modern passage set. The team explains how to properly measure the door to ensure the new set fits properly, as well as how to install the new set. They also discuss how to properly maintain and clean the new passage set to keep it looking like new.
The final segment of the episode is from This Old House and is titled "Landscape." In this episode, the team works on landscaping the front yard of the historic row house. They discuss how to properly plant trees and shrubs, as well as how to choose the right plants for the specific climate and soil conditions of the area. They also discuss how to properly care for the plants, including watering and pruning techniques. Finally, the team adds some finishing touches to the yard, such as a gravel path and a bench, to create a beautiful and functional outdoor space.
Overall, This Old House Hour season 15 episode 18 is an informative and entertaining episode that features expert advice on home restoration, maintenance, and landscaping. Whether you're a homeowner looking to spruce up your own home or a fan of home improvement shows, this episode has something for everyone.