This Old House (1979)

Episode Overview

The episode kicks off with Roger Cook and his team installing a sod lawn, followed by a demonstration of a key fob controller by security expert Steve Yusko. Inside the home, we explore the innovative flower sink and the efficient new front-loading washer and dryer. In the wine cellar, Randy Sheahan, editor of the Quarterly Review of Wines, shares insights about the 216 selected bottles. As a padded fabric wallcovering goes up in the media room, upstairs, carpet and a master closet system are being set in place. We also meet Robin Raskin, editor of Family PC magazine, who showcases essential home office items. Josh Feinstein, a lighting designer, and electrician Allen Gallant present the kitchen's lighting and control setup, while our master carpenter tests out the media room with a/v contractor Steve Hayes. Tom Silva highlights the classic brushed-brass rim locks he's installing throughout the house.