Workshop Videos

These This Old House videos showcase all of our workshop projects, how-tos, and designs.

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'This Old House' Pays Tribute to Creator Russ Morash

This Old House honors the life and legacy of Creator, Russell Morash. 
S22 E26: Kevin O’Connor, Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, Mauro Henrique, Mark McCullough, Jenn Nawada, Lee Gilliam, Nathan Gilbert, Ross Trethewey, and Heath Eastman dig into the digital mailbag
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The TOH Crew Responds to Viewer Feedback and Questions

As another Ask This Old House season closes, the crew got together to read and respond to some viewer feedback.
S22 E25: Kevin O'Connor, Tom Silva, and Zack Dettmore create u-channel drawer storage for drill bits
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How To Organize Tool Storage Drawers

This guide walks through some best practices for organizing tool storage drawers and enhancing your workshop’s efficiency.
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How To Make a Hand-Stitched Leather Tote

Host Kevin O’Connor meets maker Jimmy DiResta at his new workshop to take on a simple leather working project that anyone can tackle.
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How Nathan Organizes His Truck

This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert takes pride in having a clean truck ready to tackle any project at any job site.
S21 E25, Tom Silva demonstrates table saw safety features for Kevin O'Connor
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A Simple Guide to Using Table Saws Safely and Effectively

General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor the features and techniques required to stay safe when using a table saw.
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Build It | Birdhouse

General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of woodworking siblings build a DIY birdhouse in their new workshop.
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How To Set Up a First-Time Workshop

Looking to set up a small workshop? Watch as This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a young woodworker set up her first workshop.
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How to Build a Workbench

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teams up with an aspiring woodworker to build a DIY wooden workbench
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How To Build a Flag Display Case

Building a flag display case is a rewarding woodworking project. This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert explains the process in our guide.
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5 Hand Tools Worth Having in Your Workshop 

Having the right hand tools readily accessible for a project can improve your efficiency and the end result. Here’s a look at five not-so-common hand tools to have on hand.
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How To Install Pegboard

Tom Silva demonstrates how to hang pegboard in a garage or workshop and organize tools with it.
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How To Use a Table Saw Safely and Effectively for Your Projects

Master your table saw with these safety tips and cutting techniques for precise, professional, and safe results every time.
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How to Safely Dispose of Oily Rags

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the proper disposal techniques for oily rags to prevent spontaneous combustion.
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How To Build and Maintain a Sturdy Work Glove Holder

A work glove holder can help you to keep your protective gear accounted for. Read our step-by-step guide to learn how to build and maintain a holder.
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How To Repair a Damaged Carrying Beam

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches a homeowner how to repair some structural problems in his home.
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How to Make a Sliced Twig Table

Maker Jimmy DiResta and Kevin O’Connor built this cool metal side table on an episode of Ask This Old House.
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How to Set Up a Garage Workshop

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva heads to Chicago to transform a garage into a woodworking shop.
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How To Build a Garage Workshop

Watch This Old House's Tom Silva help a hobbyist woodworker turn her small garage into an efficient workspace, with tips anyone can use.
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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
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How To Cut Glass

In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates safe and effective techniques for cutting glass.