This Old House (1979)

Episode Overview

Roger Cook tends to the landscaping around the newly completed spa, adding bushes for added privacy. Meanwhile, in the dining room, Tommy finishes installing the intricate 11-piece ceiling molding that mirrors the home's original design. Master carpenter Tom Perkins meets with a cabinetmaker, who is using software to detail the various built-in components. He plans to send a numerical code to a shop in the Midwest for efficient cutting and shipping. Steve learns about paint preparation from contractor Jim Clark, who explains the meticulous steps required for their signature smooth finish. Richard Trethewey introduces Steve to the newest radiant floor heating technology, featuring accordion-like panels that quickly unfold to accommodate radiant tubing. Lastly, Joe Ferrante showcases his tiling work in the master bath, where the steam shower is elegantly finished with limestone and marble.