Ask This Old House - Season 20

Ask This Old House - Season 20

Season 20

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Episodes39
DatesSep 30, 2021 - Aug 4, 2022
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Episodes

Two-Prong Outlet; Deck Stair Rail
Season 20Episode 130 min

Two-Prong Outlet; Deck Stair Rail

Richard discusses pipe soldering; Heath explains what two-prong receptacles are, why they're no longer to code, and how to replace them; Nathan and Mauro build, install, and paint deck stair railings.
Sep 30, 2021
Durable Landscape; Cutting Board
Season 20Episode 230 min

Durable Landscape; Cutting Board

Jenn creates a landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic; Richard explains the options available for water heaters; Tom and Kevin build a cutting board out of walnut, cherry, and maple.
Oct 7, 2021
Hole Patches; Threshold Repair
Season 20Episode 330 min

Hole Patches; Threshold Repair

Jenn discusses creative options for ground cover plants; Tom demonstrates different techniques for patching wall holes; Mark demonstrates how to patch brick holes; Nathan installs a new threshold.
Oct 14, 2021
Wood Floors, DIY Ice Rink
Season 20Episode 430 min

Wood Floors, DIY Ice Rink

Mauro demonstrates how to remove dried paint from a paintbrush; Tom shares the best techniques for connecting and installing tongue and groove flooring; Jenn and Nathan build a DIY ice rink.
Oct 21, 2021
Smart Doorbells, Recessed Lights
Season 20Episode 530 min

Smart Doorbells, Recessed Lights

Ross discusses the pros and cons of smart doorbells; Mauro demonstrates techniques for painting wood paneling; Heath shares some of his most-used tools and helps a homeowner install recessed lights.
Oct 28, 2021
Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101
Season 20Episode 630 min

Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101

Mark explains how bricks are made and how many different varieties there are; Richard explains how solderless connections work; Tom assess and reshingles a shed roof with asphalt shingles.
Nov 4, 2021
Fall Garden Tips, Paint Cabinets
Season 20Episode 730 min

Fall Garden Tips, Paint Cabinets

Jenn shares her list of must have gardening tools and how to put a garden to bed before winter; Mauro demonstrates how to paint a kitchen cabinet; Nathan installs exterior front door trim.
Nov 11, 2021
An AskTOH Barn Raising
Season 20Episode 830 min

An AskTOH Barn Raising

The entire team comes together to help Mark rebuild the chicken barn he lost to a fire. They reframe the barn, hook up new electrical wiring, connect a utility sink, and hang an exterior door.
Nov 18, 2021
Drill Drivers, Patios Expansion
Season 20Episode 930 min

Drill Drivers, Patios Expansion

In Tool Lab, tool expert Chris Ermides demonstrates how tables saw blades work; Heath explains why and how to use a voltage tester; Mark helps a homeowner extend her existing patio.
Nov 25, 2021
Camilla's Workshop
Season 20Episode 1030 min

Camilla's Workshop

General contractor and expert woodworker Tom Silva meets past guest and young woodworker Camilla in her dad's shop where they catch up since they last met. After checking out some of Camilla's work, the two discuss her need for a workspace of her own. With a worktable in mind, Tom invites her back to the workshop to help with the special project, a birdhouse.
Dec 16, 2021
Holiday Projects
Season 20Episode 1130 min

Holiday Projects

Jenn explains how to identify and care for holly plants; Richard explains how dishwashers work and how to troubleshoot them when they don't drain properly; Tom and Kevin turn Christmas ornaments.
Dec 23, 2021
Wifi Extension, Tub Drain
Season 20Episode 1230 min

Wifi Extension, Tub Drain

In Tool Lab, Nathan explains what different table saw blade types are used for; Ross extends WiFi service in a house; Richard replaces a faulty tub drain; the team shares their New Years' Resolutions.
Dec 30, 2021
Rot Repair, Heat Pumps
Season 20Episode 1330 min

Rot Repair, Heat Pumps

Mark shares the story of how he became a mason; Tom explains why wood rots on houses, how to prevent it, and how to repair it if it occurs; Ross explores heat pump technology.
Jan 6, 2022
Patch Plaster, Sinking Drywell
Season 20Episode 1430 min

Patch Plaster, Sinking Drywell

Heath explains why finish electrical work is his favorite stage of the job; Mauro demonstrates how to repair a crack in plaster; Mark raises a drywell in a driveway that is sinking below grade.
Jan 13, 2022
Celebrating 20 Years
Season 20Episode 1530 min

Celebrating 20 Years

The entire cast reflects on the 20th anniversary of ASK THIS OLD HOUSE. They'll discuss how the show was made and what they think the legacy of the television program will be moving forward.
Jan 20, 2022
Replace Vinyl Floor, Heating Bill Savings
Season 20Episode 1630 min

Replace Vinyl Floor, Heating Bill Savings

Jenn shares the story of how she became a landscape designer; Richard and Ross explain cost-effective ways to save money on your heating bill this winter; Nathan helps a homeowner replace a vinyl kitchen floor.
Jan 27, 2022
Stone Water Fountain, Supply Chain Shortages
Season 20Episode 1730 min

Stone Water Fountain, Supply Chain Shortages

Jenn and Mark show how to make a stone water fountain for your garden; In Tool Lab, Nathan breaks down Miter Saw blades; The team comes together to discuss the challenges they've faced dealing with ongoing supply chain issues.
Feb 3, 2022
Porch Base Column Repair, Smart Thermostats
Season 20Episode 1830 min

Porch Base Column Repair, Smart Thermostats

Richard shares how he became a plumber and what he loves about his trade; Ross talks about smart thermostats and their features; Heath explains how to understand switch legs; Tom replaces an old, rotted porch column base.
Feb 10, 2022
Shrub Harvesting, Building A Box Joint Jig
Season 20Episode 1930 min

Shrub Harvesting, Building A Box Joint Jig

Jenn visits a nursery to learn how shrubs are planted and harvested; Ross and Nathan show cost-effective ways to air-seal your windows this winter; Tom demonstrates how to build a serving tray using a box joint jig.
Feb 17, 2022
Concrete Driveway, Spray Paint
Season 20Episode 2030 min

Concrete Driveway, Spray Paint

Nathan gives a tour of his highly organized truck; Richard shows different kinds of bidets and their functions; Mauro explains how to use spray paint for small home projects; Mark replaces an old, patched driveway with a new concrete one.
Feb 24, 2022
Front Hall Closet, Block Retaining Wall
Season 20Episode 2130 min

Front Hall Closet, Block Retaining Wall

Jenn Nawada explains how you can compost at home; Jenn Largesse and her landscape contractor install a concrete block retaining wall in Jenn's backyard; Tom constructs custom built-in drawers, cubbies and shelves for a front hall closet.
Mar 17, 2022
Fireplace Repairs, Simple Clog Fixes
Season 20Episode 2230 min

Fireplace Repairs, Simple Clog Fixes

Heath breaks down the basic voltages of cordless tools; Richard gives an overview on how to handle simple clogs in a bathroom sink, kitchen sink and toilet; Mark repairs a fireplace and replaces its cover.
Mar 24, 2022
Window Flower Boxes, Smart Electrical Panels
Season 20Episode 2330 min

Window Flower Boxes, Smart Electrical Panels

Tom shares how he became a general contractor and what he loves about his trade; Heath and Ross explain what smart electric panels are and how they work; Jenn and Nathan build and fill new window flower boxes.
Mar 31, 2022
Sagging Fence Gate, Shipping Container Pool
Season 20Episode 2430 min

Sagging Fence Gate, Shipping Container Pool

Nathan demonstrates different ways to fix scratches on wood furniture; Jenn Largesse oversees the installation of a shipping container pool in her backyard; Tom shows how to fix and resecure a sagging fence gate.
Apr 7, 2022
Wobbly Toilet, Led Lightbulbs
Season 20Episode 2530 min

Wobbly Toilet, Led Lightbulbs

Nathan shares how he became a carpenter and what he loves about his trade; Heath talks all about different LED light bulbs; Richard fixes a wobbly toilet and repairs a sticky faucet handle.
Apr 14, 2022
Vinyl Fence, Building A Beehive
Season 20Episode 2630 min

Vinyl Fence, Building A Beehive

Jenn Nawada suggests houseplants for areas of shade, partial shade and sun. Heath explains techniques for drilling holes to run electrical wire. Jenn Largesse shows how to put up an outdoor vinyl fence. Tom builds a beehive out of wood.
Apr 21, 2022
DIY Birdbath; Dog Chew Wood Repair
Season 20Episode 2730 min

DIY Birdbath; Dog Chew Wood Repair

Nathan shows how to mount a flat screen TV on a wall. Mark builds a stone birdbath. Tom repairs a Newel post damaged by a dog.
Apr 28, 2022
Garage Door Replacement, Emergency Plumbing Fixes
Season 20Episode 2830 min

Garage Door Replacement, Emergency Plumbing Fixes

Ross shares why he became an engineer; Tom talks about different types of hammers; Richard shows how to control common plumbing emergencies; Nathan removes and replaces a garage door.
May 5, 2022
All About Hydrangeas, Refinish Deck Railing
Season 20Episode 2930 min

All About Hydrangeas, Refinish Deck Railing

Jenn shows off different varieties of hydrangeas; Heath explains types of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and their functions; Mauro refinishes deck railings and posts.
May 12, 2022
Replacing a Toilet Seat, Full Mortise Lockset Repair
Season 20Episode 3030 min

Replacing a Toilet Seat, Full Mortise Lockset Repair

Richard shows how to replace a toilet seat; Jenn Largesse builds a pergola for her backyard; Nathan repairs a century-old full mortise lockset.
May 19, 2022
All About Succulents, Under-Sink Water Filter
Season 20Episode 3130 min

All About Succulents, Under-Sink Water Filter

Jenn talks about different types of succulents; Richard installs a reverse osmosis under-sink water filter; Tom builds a classic milk stool.
May 26, 2022
Basic Electrical Tools; Home Energy Assessment
Season 20Episode 3230 min

Basic Electrical Tools; Home Energy Assessment

Using common electrical tools; an in-depth home energy assessment; painting.
Jun 2, 2022
Happy Father's Day
Season 20Episode 3330 min

Happy Father's Day

Team members talk about their fathers as mentors; airflow in buildings; finishing a baseball bat display case.

Jun 23, 2022
Moving a Ceiling Light Fixture; Tool Lab -- Finish Nailers
Season 20Episode 3430 min

Moving a Ceiling Light Fixture; Tool Lab -- Finish Nailers

Kevin O'Connor explains how he became host of "This Old House"; a simple trick for drawing a perfect ellipse; moving a light fixture and patching the ceiling; the basics of finish nailers.

Jun 30, 2022
Crown Molding for Corner Angles; The Future of Solar
Season 20Episode 3530 min

Crown Molding for Corner Angles; The Future of Solar

Applying caulk in gaps; installing crown molding around corner angles; the future of solar.

Jul 7, 2022
Soil Testing, Adding A Receptacle
Season 20Episode 3630 min

Soil Testing, Adding A Receptacle

Mauro Henrique explains why he became a painter; how to test soil at home; adding a receptacle to a kitchen island.

Jul 14, 2022
Deck Chairs, Damp Basement
Season 20Episode 3730 min

Deck Chairs, Damp Basement

Spacing balusters evenly; drilling holes in studs to run wire; building deck chairs; ways to deal with a damp basement.

Jul 21, 2022
Pond Maintenance, Demilune Table
Season 20Episode 3830 min

Pond Maintenance, Demilune Table

Finishes for brick and concrete; maintaining a small backyard pond; building a three-legged Demilune table.

Jul 28, 2022
Pizza Oven Repair, What Is It?
Season 20Episode 3930 min

Pizza Oven Repair, What Is It?

Nathan explains the anatomy of track saws; Mark repoints an outdoor pizza oven; The Ask This Old House team comes together for a 20th Anniversary "What Is It?"
Aug 4, 2022

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