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E19 | Arch Accent, Pea Stone Patio | Ask This Old House

Season 24 Episode 19 | 23m 42s

Mauro Henrique helps a mom-to-be refresh a nursery, repainting pink walls a soft green and creating a playful accent wall with hand-drawn arches using simple tools. Jenn Nawada explains the truth behind common plant misconceptions. Then, Mark McCullough helps a couple install a pea gravel patio using a binding agent to keep stones in place.

Aired: 04/08/26 | Expires: 04/23/26
Funding for Ask This Old House is provided by The Home Depot, Renewal By Andersen, and ChipDrop.
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