Wall Renovation
From insightful plans to how to guides, learn about all things wall renovation.
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How to Cut a Pass-Through in a Load Bearing Wall
In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to cut a pass-through in a load-bearing wall.
Barrington | Architectural Moldings created from Polyurethane
Norm sees the decorative brackets being used on the exterior and learns why polyurethane is a better choice than PVC stock for this application
How To Build a Pass-Through Wall
Learn how to build a pass-through between your kitchen and family room for dining, working, or simply making your home feel more open.
Finding and Restoring Hidden Plaster Details
In an act of upside-down residential archaeology, the This Old House TV crew reveals—and rebuilds—historical plaster details entombed above a false ceiling
Reciprocating Saw 101: How To Demolish a Wall
A reciprocating saw is a great tool to use to cut through drywall. Here's what to buy and how to use one the right way.
Reciprocating Saw 101: How to Cut Into a Wall Safely
Use these pro tips to avoid disaster and keep safe when plunge-cutting into a wall with a reciprocating saw.
How to Use Salvaged Building Materials in New Construction
The TOH TV team is ginning up clever ways to reuse centuries-old house parts to give brand-new spaces an aged patina
How to Remove a Load-Bearing Wall
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to safely cut open up a wall.
How To Insulate a Wall: A Comprehensive Guide
Here are some simple and easy tips for installing wall insulation to help you save money and become more energy-efficient.
Walls (and Roof) That Won't Come Tumbling Down
The new construction at Carlisle consists of foam-core panels that are strong enough to stay put for a century, and solid enough to keep the fuel bills low.
How to Take Down a Wall
Tom Silva and friends take down an outdated carport by hand in the Cambridge house