Woodworking How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our woodworking step-by-step tips & ideas.
How to Make a Wall-Mounted Home Office
These space-saving shelves help you organize on a budget
Build It | Hawaiian Mango Keepsake Box
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva works with a local woodworker to build a keepsake box out of mango wood.
How to Identify Hardwoods and Softwoods
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva walks host Kevin O’Connor through the types of woods available and the best uses for each
How to Match Historic Molding
Watch as Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor ways to match historic molding for new renovations.
Norm Abram's Tricks of the Trade V
A collection of the latest and greatest tips from the TOH master carpenter
An Inside Look at Nick Offerman’s California Woodshop
Nick Offerman is well-known as an actor, comedian, and author, but he’s also an accomplished woodworker. For 16 years, he’s owned the Offerman Woodshop in Los Angeles, a small collective of woodworkers and makers. Nick’s latest book Good Clean Fun offers readers an inside glimpse at the inner workings of his shop and even teaches some basic woodworking skills through step-by-step project instructions. Host Kevin O’Connor toured Offerman Woodshop for an episode of Ask This Old House. Here are some of the highlights from that visit.
How to Patch a Hole in Wood Trim
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner patch a large hole in painted baseboard molding
How to Install a Hidden Door/Bookshelf
Follow along with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva as he installs a bookshelf that doubles as a door.
Nick Offerman's Woodworking Advice
Actor and woodworker Nick Offerman shares with Ask This Old House host Kevin O'Connor where his love of woodworking began and offers advice for young people who want to work with their hands
11 Brilliant Ideas for Painting Window Frames
Make handsome trim pop with colors straight out of the crayon box
How To Patch Hardwood Flooring
Patching a hardwood floor isn't as complicated as you may think. Learn how to complete this project on your own in this guide.
How to Remove Stripped Screws
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares some tricks of the trade for backing out stripped screws
How to Choose Tools for First-Time Woodworkers
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva reviews the best tools to have for beginner or intermediate woodworking projects.
Everything You Need to Know to Repair a Cracked Floor Joist
Do you sagging floors have you worried about your home's structural stability? Believe it or not, you can fix a cracked floor joist yourself.
Fast Fixes for Floor Scratches
Between footwear, pets, and furniture, wood floors can take a beating. Minimize the signs of wear and tear with these easy repairs.
Hand Planer Guide: Woodworking Types & How To Use Them
Tom Silva looks at different types of hand planes for woodworking projects and explains how to use and sharpen them properly.
Norm Abram's Tricks of the Trade IV
TOH compiled the latest and greatest from the master carpenter
How To Make a Campaign-Style Dresser
Learn how to use bold paint and classic brass brackets to create a campaign-style dresser as part of our One Piece, Five Ways series.
How To Make a Mid-Century Modern-Style Dresser
Olive paint, walnut stain, and brass knobs give a flat-pack dresser mid-century modern flair in our One Piece, Five Ways series.
How To Fix a Wood Stain Mistake
Learn how to fix three types of common wood stain mistakes and make your projects look better than ever by following our woodworking guide.
How To Make a DIY Wood Quilt Pattern
Learn how to blend the arts of quilting and woodworking with this fun and unique DIY wood quilt pattern project.
TLC For Wood Furniture: Tips To Restore And Maintain Your Pieces
Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear and keep it looking great for years to come with these helpful tips.
How To Build a Hidden Door
Hidden doors are a fun project, but they still require skill and code compliance. Learn how to build a hidden door in our guide.
How to Make a Six-Pack Carrier
Elevate your drink game with a handcrafted six-pack carrier. Follow our step-by-step guide to build a custom toolbox-inspired drink caddy.
How to Strip Paint From Wood
Our start to finish guide will help you decide how to remove paint from wood.
How to Patch a Doorknob Hole With a Dutchman
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install an undetectable wood patch in an old door.
How to Scale Up an Image
In our video and guide, we'll share our tips to enlarge or transfer any design while maintaining its proportions.
How To Replicate Molding Profiles
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva reveals various means and methods of making your own authentic reproduction moldings.
What You Need to Know to Choose and Use Wood Fillers
Discover the best practices for selecting and applying wood fillers and achieving perfect repairs in your woodworking projects.
How to Install Full-Extension Cabinet Drawer Slides
In this video and guide, This Old House's Tom Silva walks you through an easy drawer slide installation process step-by-step.
How to Repair a Tongue and Groove Wood Floor
Is your tongue and groove wood floor damaged? We've got your DIY solution in a step-by-step video, led by Tom Silva.
How To Repair a Split Door Jamb
This video featuring Old House general contractor Tom Silva and easy-to-follow guide shows you how to repair a split door frame.