This Old House Season 29 Episode 26 New Orleans Project 10

In the 29th season of This Old House, episode 26 titled "New Orleans Project 10," the team is back in the Big Easy, Louisiana. This episode is focused on the final touches of the renovation project, which includes some intricate details that require a great deal of skill and expertise.

First, the team tackles the front door of the house, which requires a lot of attention to detail. The door is Old World in style, with arched glass panels, and the team has to carefully fit it into its frame and secure it in place.

Next, the team moves on to the kitchen, which is one of the most important rooms in the house. This episode deals with fixing and installing the cabinets, as well as preparing the counter. The cabinets are custom made to fit the space and the team has to ensure they are level and plumb before securing them to the walls. Meanwhile, installing the counter involves cutting the slab of granite to fit the cabinets.

One of the challenges in this episode is the installation of the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system. The team works on installing ducts and vents throughout the house, ensuring that each room is adequately covered. This is particularly challenging because the team has to route the ducts through the narrow spaces between the walls and ceilings.

One of the highlights of the episode is the installation of the floor tiles in the Foyer. The Foyer is a large, elegant space with a grand staircase, and the team is putting in marble tiles that have a unique pattern. The installation involves carefully positioning the tiles and making sure they are level, which is a challenging task given the size of the space.

Another focus of the episode is the lighting fixtures. The team works on installing and wiring recessed lights in various parts of the house. The lighting fixtures are not just functional but also add to the aesthetic appeal of the house.

The team also tackles the landscaping, which includes installing a small water feature and planting new trees, shrubs, and grass. The landscaping work is essential to the overall appearance of the house. Along with the addition of water features adds beauty, serenity and also increases the value of the house.

The episode ends with the team putting the final touches on the house, including adding window treatments and painting the ceiling of the Front Gallery, along with the Finishing of the stair rails and roof structure repair. The house is now ready for occupancy, after months of hard work and dedication from the team.

Overall, episode 26 of This Old House season 29 is a culmination of the team's dedicated effort to renovate a historic property in New Orleans. The work involves a range of tasks that highlight the team's expertise, including carpentry, HVAC installation, and landscaping. The team puts in a lot of effort to ensure that every aspect of the house meets the homeowners' specifications and does justice to the historic property's significance.