Ask This Old House · SEASON 7
Kids Projects; Vegetable Garden; Mini-Golf; Rocket Launcher
Episode 20 · 2009-02-12
- Documentary
Episode overview
Our annual "kids" episode features family-friendly projects that parents and kids can build together! First, landscaping contractor Roger Cook helps a 12-year-old budding master gardener build a raised bed for growing vegetables. Then, up in the loft, general contractor Tom Silva and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, with the help of several kids, build a miniature indoor golf course. Next, Kevin and a middle school teacher show some eager students how to build a model rocket launcher using commonly available household and hardware store items.
30 minutes
Season 7 episodes
1. Collapsing Garage Roof; Installing a Dry Well2008-10-02
2. Mature Tree; Noisy Heating System2008-10-09
3. Pendant Lighting; Care for Succulents2008-10-16
4. Damaged Lawn; Curved Stair Molding2008-10-23
5. Increasing Water Pressure; Transplanting a Bush2008-10-30
6. Laminate Countertops; Brick Walkway; Furnace Filters2008-11-06
7. Reducing Heating Costs; Using a Whole House Fan2008-11-13
8. Waterproofing System/Installing A Privacy Screen2008-11-20
9. Building a Retaining Wall; Loud Faucet2008-11-27
10. Whole-House Water Filter; Repairing a Roof2008-12-04
11. Repairing a Deck; Hydrangea Bush2008-12-11
12. Removing A Boulder; Securing Loose Pipes2008-12-18
13. Energy-Efficient Water Heater; Leveling a Concrete Walkway2008-12-27
14. Backyard Gate; Basement Window; Using Expanding Foam2009-01-01
15. Painting Kitchen Cabinets; Installing Cabinet Accessories2009-01-08
16. Bathtub Conversion; Wood Fill; Solar-Powered Fountain2009-01-15
17. Staining A Deck; Preventing Sewage Backups2009-01-22
18. Tree Pruning; Installing a Shower Mixing Valve2009-01-29
19. Banging Pipes; Installing Fiberglass Door2009-02-05
20. Kids Projects; Vegetable Garden; Mini-Golf; Rocket Launcher2009-02-12
21. Water Saving Toilet; In-Ground Sprinkler System2009-02-19
22. Heating & Cooling System Controller; Re-Grout Tile Floor2009-02-26
23. Basement Wallboards; Tying Knots; Storm-Damaged Trees2009-03-07
24. Garage Door Installation; Preventing Frozen Pipes2009-03-12
25. Ventilation Fan Installation; Chemical Free Lawn Care2009-03-21
26. Leaky PVC Drain Trap; Installing Bamboo Flooring2009-03-28
