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A Jigsaw That’s As Precise as It Is Versatile (Festool Carvex)

Like many builders and woodworkers, Jeff Sweenor often uses a large band saw to make curved cuts. But in this episode of Tool School, Brian Sedgeley from Festool shows Jeff how to achieve the same level of precision with a portable Carvex jigsaw

The Rotex Sander: Multiple Sanders in One (Festool Rotex RO 150)

Not all random orbit sanders are created equal. In this episode of Tool School, Festool expert Brian Sedgeley shows Tom Silva how the two different sanding modes and dust extraction capability of the Rotex RO 150 can achieve great results

Exploring the Features of a High-End Track Saw (Festool TS 55 REQ)

Track saws are more popular than ever on jobsites and in workshops. In this episode of Tool School, Festool trainer Brian Sedgeley and Tom Silva demonstrate how to use several features of the TS 55 track saw to get accurate, splinter-free cuts

What Is It? | Light Up Orange U

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a U-shaped orange tool with LED lights—but what is it?

How To Choose the Right Synthetic or Organic Fertilizer

Choosing the right fertilizer can be overwhelming, and we can help you narrow dow your choices. Read our guide on how to choose the right synthetic or organic fertilizer.

Best Fire Pit Accessories

A fire pit can be more than just a lump of burning logs if you include tools that let you roast, warm, cook, and even put on a sparkling show. Here are a few of our favorite must-have accessories, designed to turn a plain pit into a party paradise

Things to Know About Choosing Insulation

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the options for insulation with host Kevin O’Connor

A man painting a tile backsplash with a roller and a brush.

Everything You Need to Know to Paint a Tile Backsplash

Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor helps a homeowner apply a paint to her kitchen tile backsplash. Follow our step by step guide for your own project.

Cat Shelf and Activity Center Shopping Guide

Our most popular Facebook post of the summer was our How to Build a Catio tutorial. Turns out homeowners are all too willing to make home upgrades for their pets. Now you can consider installing a single wall-mounted shelf or full activity center for your feline

An Organized Mudroom: The Ultimate Home Upgrade for Back-to-School Season

Create a well-planned drop spot to reduce clutter in living spaces with this guide on organizing mudrooms.

Charleston-Elliotborough House Exterior Paint Colors

We remodeled two houses during our Charleston 2018 TV season. Many fans asked for the exact colors of the Elliotborough exterior, and here they are

Get Ready for the New Season: We’re 40!

Now completing its fourth decade, TOH TV breaks new ground and checks in on some old favorites

Behind the Scenes: Jamestown

At the TOH TV project house, communication takes a highly personal form

New Yankee Workshop: The Clancy Boat

Norm Abram builds himself a small but seaworthy boat

Behind the Scenes: Narragansett Idea House

A novel driveway design will enhance storm water drainage

Sneak Peek: Brookline Kitchen Beams

Opening up the cook space means adding more support

Build a New Home with a Mid-century Modern Vibe

Clean, geometric lines, walls of glass that bring the outdoors in, and open floor plans that emphasize function over fuss are the hallmarks that make this postwar style truly timeless. These same elements make mid-century modern homes more affordable to build than many other styles. If you are building new, but covet life in a contemporary classic, check out these house plans from The House Designers.