Woodworking
To take your woodworking to the next level, get inspired with these projects across all levels.
How to Make a Hardworking Kitchen Cart
In this challenge project, we turn aluminum tubes, fittings and butcher block into a speedy cart that works indoors or out.
All About Bamboo Hardwood Flooring
Looking for the best bamboo flooring? Read our guide on what to look for, its benefits, and how it compares to hardwood floors.
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.
How To Choose the Right Glue for Your Project
Learn which types of glue work best on wood, foam, cement, and other materials with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
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.
How to Build a Takeout Menu Holder | Menu Holder Ideas
You can build your own takeout menu holder in just a few hours! We list the steps here, plus provide some other menu holder ideas.
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 Make a House-Shaped Cutting Board
Treat the chef on your list to butcher block done better
How to Build a Bottle-Vase Holder
Presenting flowers may be somewhat predictable, but not when they come in this tabletop display piece
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.
How to Split Firewood
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares a quick tip to make wood splitting easier
How To Create an Interior Door Opening
Whether you're adding a closet or updating your layout, this guide can help you create a new interior door opening.
Norm Abram's Best Tricks of the Trade III
TOH assembles even more pro wisdom from master carpenter Norm Abram's archive
Salvaging and Using Wood Pallets for Your Next Project
Looking for a cost-effective and sustainable DIY project? Follow our tips on how to find, prep, and use wood pallets for upcycling.
How to Build a Zinc Tabletop
Follow this step-by-step guide to repurpose zinc into a stylish, classic tabletop that serves as a design centerpiece for your home.
How To Fix Wood Scratches
Do you have wood furniture with a damaged finish? Our expert breaks down how to fix abrasions, scratches, and gouges on wood.