Manufacturing decorative porch columns can be a very profitable business once established, especially if the main focus of the manufacturing business is to design and build Victorian porch column ...

Many older homes are graced by columns supporting a porch roof. As they suffer the effects of age and weather, these columns may need repair or replacement. Sometimes, you'll only need to replace the ...

We so love modern farmhouse design that we've outfitted all of our interiors in the charming style. And now we're ready to move on to the outside of our homes, specifically to our front porches where ...

If you enjoy spending time outside, you’re not alone. Outdoor living spaces are a popular design trend in new home construction and remodeling. Whether you’re remodeling to make your home better ...

The front porch is truly your home's first opportunity to make an impression, so you will want to ensure that you put as much thought and care into the design process as possible. Architects and ...

Richard on becoming a plumber; Smart thermostats; Switch legs; Tom replaces a porch column We look back at twenty years of Richard Trethewey helping homeowners on Ask This Old House and he shares what ...

In the spirit of our just-celebrated and arguably most American holiday, consider that most American of architectural elements—the covered front porch. While it may have evolved from the columned ...

One of my favorite memories as a kid is sitting with my grandpa on the porch of his farmhouse. A train track was clearly visible from about a quarter-mile away. As I sat with him, he’d tell me stories ...