Woodworking Videos

Outdoor end tables are great for taking on the boat, to the patio, or anywhere else one might enjoy a cold drink and a bowl of chips. When general contractor Tom Silva wanted to replicate an outdoor end table made from teak, host Kevin O’Connor wanted to be part of the process. Here’s how to build it.

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to make an undetectable repair in rotted wood.

Tom Silva and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada talk about bats and how beneficial they are. Then, the team builds a bat house.

General contractor Tom Silva tells us about one of his favorite pastimes: woodturning on a lathe.

In this article, we show you how to tackle a hexagon planter DIY project. Find the steps, materials, tips, and more inside.

Looking to add some flair to your home decor? Learn how to build a custom wood bar top from start to finish with our step-by-step guide.

General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor how to build a DIY cornhole board to meet regulation standards.

Host Kevin O’Connor and general contractor Tom Silva visit a local school. The pair enlist the help of Tom’s daughter, Kate, to build a Little Free Library.

General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor walk us through the process of building a demilune table in 12 simple steps.

General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor a tip for installing crown molding around awkward wall angles.

This simple technique uses little more than a piece of string and some nails to create accurate and decorative ellipses in your designs.

General contractor Tom Silva shows us how to turn a basic home-built box into a baseball bat display case worthy of any commemorative or championship bat.

This Old House expert Tom Silva shows us how to turn reclaimed lumber into a charming, multipurpose milk stool.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor craft a bee-friendly backyard feature from basic building materials.

General contractor Tom Silva builds a basic serving tray to illustrate the box joint—a craftsman's method for joining corners.

DIY expert Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to make a wall-hung planter using vinyl plank flooring and a piece of plywood.

Contractor Tom Silva teaches host Kevin O’Connor about different wood joints, including their strengths and applications.

Read our step-by-step instructions on identifying and repairing rotting wood and learn how to keep your home’s wood components in top shape.

Craft wooden Christmas ornaments using a lathe and scrap wood.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teams up with an aspiring woodworker to build a DIY wooden workbench

General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of woodworking siblings build a DIY birdhouse in their new workshop.

House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a sturdy cedar seat that keeps firewood close.

Does your next DIY project require a drill and some pilot holes? Here's everything you need to know about how to use a drill.

Learn all you need to know about building a backyard ice skating rink from This Old House experts Jenn Nawada and Nathan Gilbert.

Using hardwoods of strikingly different colors, This Old House contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor team up to create a cutting board with an eye-catching 3D effect. See how to make one yourself with the instructions below.

Building a flag display case is a rewarding woodworking project. This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert explains the process in our guide.

Create a French rolling pin for the baker in your life by following our guide to crafting a unique rolling pin with a decorative inlay.

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build an outdoor bench that doubles as a cooler using cedar and copper.

Watch as DIY expert and House One editor Jenn Largesse shows you how to build a custom laptop table that easily stores away when not in use.