Cabinets
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How to Hang a Kitchen Wall Cabinet
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner purchase and install a kitchen wall cabinet
How to Build a Custom Built-In Using Stock Shelving
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva transforms stock shelving into a custom built-in
5 Rules for Open Shelving in Your Kitchen
How to showcase your dinnerware in open storage cabinets
Kitchen Solutions: Considering Cabinets
Kitchen designer Kathy Marshall and TOH host Kevin O'Connor review the options for the dominant fixture in any cookspace
How to Build a Tool Storage Cabinet
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva creates wall-hung storage for tools and supplies
How to Build a Jelly Cupboard
Construct a cupboard from edge-glued pine panels, or select one to buy and get a jump on making preserves
How to Install Concealed Euro-Style Cabinet Hinges
Easily upgrade cabinets with these adjustable, hidden hinges.
How to Make a Shutter-Door Ironing Cabinet
Use these louvered or paneled wood beauties to give your home's exterior classic character, or repurpose them as rustic indoor accents
How to Remove Painted Hinges from Wood Cabinets
Learn how to remove hinges buried under layers of paint while refinishing wood cabinets
Easy Kitchen Cabinet Makeovers
Stretch the life of kitchen cupboards by giving them a low-cost cottage-inspired face-lift
19 Ways to Cut Costs on Your House Remodel
Home renovation costs can add up quickly. Here are a handful of ways you can plan for a cheaper remodel.
How to Install Kitchen Cabinet Crown Molding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his secrets for producing tight-fitting mitered corner joints on crown molding
All About Kitchen Cabinets
More than just storage for pots and plates, cabinetry defines the look of your cook space. The experts at This Old House help you pick the right style for your budget and your needs
10 Kitchen Cabinet Makeover Ideas
Our favorite how-to guides to help inspire your next kitchen cabinet makeover without replacing your existing cabinets while staying within budget.
Kitchen Cabinet Install
In this video, Tom Silva demostrates his preferred cabinet installation method. What's yours?
Pro Secrets for Painting Kitchen Cabinets
Professional painter John Dee shows how to give dark cupboards the glossy, smooth look of factory-finish cabinets without having to order new doors
Nontoxic Kitchen Cabinets
These days you can get cabinets with solid earth-friendly cred in a variety of styles and prices
How to Make New Cabinet Doors From Old Shutters
Search your local salvage yard for vintage shutters. They can tidy up more than the view
How to Hang Kitchen Cabinets
The right way to put up cabinets with tight joints, flush frames, and perfectly aligned doors
Building a Ventilated Cabinet Door
Wooden grille inserts provide plenty of airflow
How to Install a Frost-Proof Faucet
In this how-to video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey shows how to replace a standard hose faucet with a freeze-resistant model
How to Install a Medicine Cabinet
A medicine cabinet can help organize and streamline your morning rituals. This guide will show you how to install a medicine cabinet in your bathroom.
How to Reface Kitchen Cabinets
Renew your kitchen in one wallet-friendly weekend
Pull-Out Kitchen Shelves: Installation in 8 Steps
Norm Abram shows how to create easy access to items by building sliding kitchen shelves in a base cabinet.
Reface or Replace Cabinets?
Is refacing kitchen cabinets a viable option or a mail-marketed ripoff?
Adding Glide-Out Shelves
Base-cabinet storage you can really use.
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets
From knowing how to prep to finding the best paint for cabinets, here’s some helpful advice on bringing your kitchen back to life without breaking your budget.
Collection Agents
Recycling is part of life for many homeowners. Here's a rundown of products and ideas that make it easier.
Sorting the Choices When Buying Cabinets
Choosing kitchen cabinets can make anyone sweat. Double the decisions and you've got a real barn burner