This Old House | Focus on Framing

Kevin O'Connor and Tom Silva frame an exterior wall on ground and raise it into place. Tom gives a personal history of framing tools. Kevin, Charlie Silva and Heath Eastman talk about different types of recessed lighting, installation of and layout. Electrical panels are discussed. An old ridge beam is replaced with three LVLS sandwiched together in place to support the addition.

This Old House

This Old House

This Old House | Tested and Approved (S45 E24) FULL EPISODE

This "This Old House" episode showcases a Victorian home restoration, focusing on meticulous detail. The team tackles complex baseboard installation and a blower door test reveals impressive airtightness improvements. Viewers will also learn about sustainable tree choices in the local community.

This Old House

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher

Watch more Home Security & Safety videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/341988-... Accidents happen. Be prepared to fight your own fire by learning how to use a fire extinguisher. Step 1: Know how fire extinguishers are classified Know how fire extinguishers are classified. Class A extinguishers are for common combustibles like paper or wood; Class B are for flammable liquids; and Class C are for electrical fires. Tip The Red Cross recommends ABC classified fire extinguishers for home use. Step 2: Inspect the fire extinguisher Inspect the fire extinguisher before use. Read instructions and warnings; check that the pressure gauge needle is in the green portion of the gauge; and check for a clogged nozzle, a broken seal, or other damage. Tip A fire extinguisher won’t work if it’s not properly charged. The pressure gauge measures the charge. Step 3: Decide if you'll evacuate or stay and fight Decide if you’ll evacuate or stay and fight the fire. Consider the size of the fire, the amount of smoke in the room, and whether there is a reliable escape route. Step 4: Remember the acronym PASS Remember the acronym PASS. It stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep. Step 5: Pull the pin that unlocks the operating handle Pull the pin or ring that unlocks the fire extinguisher’s operating handle, and aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire. Tip Aim at the fire from 6 to 8 feet away. Step 6: Squeeze extinguisher lever to discharge contents Squeeze the extinguisher lever to discharge its contents, and sweep the hose back and forth until the extinguisher is empty. Did You Know? Food Network star Alton Brown used a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher, a water cooler bottle, and a tennis racket to make a fruit smoothie on television.

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Fire Safety Tips for YOUR home!

Learn how to use an extinguisher, make a home safety plan, and where to put smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Make your home as safe as possible and know what to do in any emergency.

Fire Department Chronicles

Top 5 Colour and Home Trends You Need to Know for 2026

The top 5 design and colour trends for 2026 are here—find out which ones will actually make your home look timeless (and which ones you should avoid).

Maria Killam

Restoring your home after a natural disaster

What you need to know to rebuild. This video covers potential hazards that could arise after a disaster such as lead, mold, asbestos, CO2, and other hazards and how to address them as you rebuild. It will discuss tips to hire contractors that are licensed and capable of addressing the scope of the work and will highlight things to keep in mind during construction. This video recaps and adds to the first two videos.

Dunn-Edwards 2025 Color of the Year | Caramelized (DET687)

A warm, neutral hue with soft, earthy tones that evoke the essence of sunbaked clay. Caramelized is the perfect balance between light brown and soft terracotta, offering timeless versatility. Whether paired with creamy off-whites for a subtle look or contrasted with deep navy and charcoal for a bolder vibe, this color transforms any space into a cozy, grounded retreat.

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