This Old House Hour Season 9 Episode 12 Auburndale Project, Part 12 of 16
- December 23, 2010
This Old House Hour is a popular television show that follows the renovation and restoration of historic homes across America. Season 9, episode 12 is titled "Auburndale Project, Part 12 of 16" and begins with a recap of the previous episode's progress.
The host, Kevin O'Connor, and general contractor, Tom Silva, are working on the Auburndale Project, a Victorian-style house located in Newton, Massachusetts. They are joined by master carpenter, Norm Abram and landscaper, Roger Cook.
In this episode, the team tackles several tasks, including finishing the installation of the custom cabinets in the kitchen, installing the countertops and backsplash, and installing the range hood. Tom and Norm work on building a banquette and table for the breakfast nook area of the kitchen, which includes a unique feature to include seating for small and expanding gatherings.
The team also focuses on the exterior of the house, where Roger works on building a custom pergola for the deck. The pergola adds a touch of sophistication to the exterior living space, and the team puts the finishing touches on it by adding lighting and furniture.
Meanwhile, Tom and Kevin work on restoring the original marble fireplace in the family room. They clean and polish the marble to restore its natural shine and beauty. Tom also works on restoring the original woodwork in the dining room, including the crown molding and chair rail.
The episode ends with a trip to a local woodworking shop, where Norm meets with a craftsman to create the custom window sashes for the house. The sashes will be crafted using traditional methods and materials and will add an authentic touch to the home's historic charm.
Overall, "Auburndale Project, Part 12 of 16" is a busy episode, with the team making significant progress in both the interior and exterior of the home. Fans of This Old House Hour will be excited to see the home's transformation and will enjoy the attention to detail that the team puts into every aspect of the renovation.