Woodworking
To take your woodworking to the next level, get inspired with these projects across all levels.
How To Make a French Rolling Pin on a Lathe
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.
Build It | Cooler Bench
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.
Norm’s Tricks of the Trade: Wood Cuts for Flooring
Is it advisable to mix flatsawn and quartersawn pieces? Master carpenter, Norm Abram has answers.
Celebrating Craftsmanship: The Principles of Sanding Wood
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares why he loves sanding and what goes into a good sanding job.
How To Make a Folding Laptop Table
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.
How To Build a Modern Slatted Bench
Read our DIY guide to craft a custom slatted bench to add stylish and functional decor to your living area or yard.
How To Build an Adirondack Chair
Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor build a classic Adirondack chair. Tom demonstrates how to build an Adirondack chair by using a template and a project plan.
How to Turn a Reclaimed Beam into a Fireplace Mantel
Ask This Old House carpenter, Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner turn a reclaimed mantel into a fireplace mantel.
Polyurethane vs. Polycrylic: Which Should You Use?
As tough as wood is, once it’s converted to some house part—a chair, a door sill, a cabinet, a floorboard—it needs to be protected against the elements and general wear and tear. When it comes to wood finish, which should you use? Read this guide to learn more about the differences between polyurethane and polycrylic.
What is Varnish?
Learn about varnish, a protective wood finish. Discover its types, uses, and tips for preserving your wood surfaces with This Old House.
Best Gifts for a Carpenter (2024)
Carpentry projects call for a unique set of tools that can help woodworkers make intricate cuts, carve special patterns, and ensure the quality of their design. In this review, we’ll help you find the right gift for your carpenter by detailing 16 of the best carpentry tools and accessories available. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How To Make Geometric Wood Wall Art
House One’s Jenn Largesse shows you how to easily create a beautiful and unique piece of wooden art without breaking the bank.
4 DIY Outdoor Projects You Can Make Out Of Real Cedar
Are you looking for a new project to tackle outside using cedar? We’ve rounded up four DIY wood projects that will enhance your outdoor living space.
How to Upholster a Round, Tufted Storage Ottoman (Part 2)
Transforming a plain ottoman into a tufted storage piece can give your living room a little extra something. Learn how to complete this do-it-yourself project in our step-by-step guide.
Types of Plywood: A Comprehensive Guide
Are you unsure of what type of plywood to use for your next project? Read our guide to learn how to sort through all the plywood options.
Circular Saw Guide: 3 Easy Methods for Straight Cuts
Here are three simple methods you can use to get perfectly straight lines with a circular saw. Your DIY projects will thank you.
How To Finish Plywood Edges With 3 Different Techniques
Learn how to finish plywood edges in our step-by-step guide. You can consider applying wood filler, attaching a face board, or applying edge banding.
How to Cut Multiples with a Miter Saw
Watch House One editor Jenn Largesse demonstrate three easy ways to make multiple cuts using a miter saw.
How to Build a Wall-Sized Frame for a Fabric Print
The beauty of a wall-sized frame lies in its flexibility and ease of construction. Find out how to build your own at this link.
How To Make and Safely Finish Decorative Roof Brackets
Learn how to save money by making decorative roof brackets with common tools from builder Charlie Silva in our detailed step-by-step guide.
How To Build a Stylish Outdoor Air Conditioner Cover
Read our step-by-step guide on how to build an outdoor AC cover that conceals and protects your unit.
Which Wood Glue to Use When
Lots of DIY projects, both small- and large-scale, often call for the use of wood glue. But did you know that "wood glue" is an umbrella term, and there are multiple adherents to choose from?
How To Build a DIY Kids Bicycle Rack
In this guide, Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to build a rack to store children’s bikes, without having to put holes or hooks into the wall.
How To Build a Custom Built-In Shelving Unit in 13 Steps
DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to build custom shelving units around an existing fireplace mantel for a custom, built-in look.
How To Make a Tall, Tapered Planter
This Old House DIY Expert & House One’s Jenn Largesse shows use a miter saw to create a tall, tapered planter for under $30.
How to Make Geometric Planters
This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to set up a miter saw to create geometric planter, shelves, and more.
How To Make a Bowl on a Lathe
Learn how to make your own wooden bowl on a lathe from This Old House general contractor Tom Silva in our step-by-step guide.
How to Build a Shoe Dresser
Learn how to build a shoe dresser with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor, Jenn Largesse.
How To Build a Three-Tiered Bath Stand
Learn how to build a freestanding bathroom cabinet with open shelving to make your bathroom more functional and stylish.
Step by Step DIY Magazine Rack You Can Add to Your Home
Have fun while creating something stylish and functional. Our guide and video explains the steps to build a DIY magazine rack.
Step by Step Guide to Building a Wooden Clothes Rack
Short on storage? Build your own DIY hanging clothes rack with a few basic tools as demonstrated by This Old House's Jenn Largesse.
How to Build Floating Shelves
There are a lot of ways to hang a shelf, but the appeal of floating shelves is that there’s no hardware visible above or below the shelf. Watch this video and follow these steps for building your own DIY floating shelf.