Use rot-resistant planks and a salvaged window to build a protective box that extends the growing season. (Scroll... How to Build a Cold Frame
Invest a little cash and get a big improvement in how your home looks and feels. The editors of This Old House give... 100 DIY Upgrades for Under $100
Framing net zero. Heat loss and gain to design a balanced HVAC system. A visit the International Builders Show. Old... TOH S40 E03 HVAC of the Future | The Jamestown Net-Zero House
Mark installs a stone walkway; Mauro breaks down painter’s tape; Tom builds a headboard ATOH S17 E03 Stone Walkway, Rustic Headboard | Ask TOH
Norm crafts two distinctive wooden trays, a more primitive fruit tray out of recycled pine, and Norm introduces... NYW S9 E07 Serving Trays | New Yankee Workshop
DIY Gift Guide It may be the thought that counts, but the effort that goes into a handmade present makes these crafty items the most thoughtful gifts of all Photo by John Gruen
Use shims, the handyman's secret weapon, to create a stylish piece of wall art How to Make a Sunburst Mirror Frame
Reader April Monroe gets help making a fancy file to hold her collection of TOH issues How to Build a Magazine Rack
A stand-alone piece with a trio of shelves provides a handsome platform for toiletries and such How to Build a Three-Tiered Bath Stand
Reader Leslie Geesaman's clever reuse of a salvaged window inspires an easy way to display art and photos How to Make a Window-Sash Picture Frame
Create a holding place for electronics from decorative details How to Turn Molding Into a Charging Station
It holds much more than a reading lamp—and takes less time to make than shopping for a look-alike How to Build a Three-Tiered Side Table
Facebook fans of This Old House came up with the idea to turn this found cabinet door into living room centerpiece How to Build a Coffee Table from a Salvaged Cabinet Door
Blending rustic wood with industrial metal, this coffee table has a high-end look—but costs less than $70 to make. How to Build a Hairpin-Leg Coffee Table
From our new Hammer It Out series: Show off your collectibles with an acrylic-topped case that does double duty as a... How to Build a Display Coffee Table
A newel-post pedestal, plus a ceiling medallion on the base, add decorative flair to this practical piece How to Build a Mirror-Topped Accent Table
How to convert a vintage bathroom chest into a place to store and pass on information in the kitchen Turn a Medicine Cabinet Into a Message Center
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor use stock lumber and millwork from a home... Build It | Home Message Center
Taking a cue from classic window trim, Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor dress up a chalkboard with molding from the home... How to Build a Message Center
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a toy box for Tom’s grandson Build It | Holiday Toy Box
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a shadow box using wood recycled from... Sponsored Build It | Salvaged Door Shadow Box
Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor work together to build a beautiful, freestanding piece of furniture that will dress up... Make a Cedar Planter
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a historic-looking Shaker table Build It | How to Build a Shaker Table
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a hobbyist woodworker turn her small garage into an efficient... How to Build a Space-Saving Workshop
Use specialty hardware designed to preserve the tree and a mix of lumber and branches to create a platform... How to Build a Tree Fort
Combine iron threaded pipe and butcher block to create a kitchen centerpiece How to Build a Butcher-Block Island
In the workshop, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a storage bench for an... How to Build a Storage Bench
Join oak lumber with wood dowels to create a modern take on Shaker-style storage How to Build a Storage Chest
Host friends for food and fun with this dining table that turns into a poker player's paradise with just a flip of... How to Build a Poker Table
Nobody needs to know you didn't sweat over a lathe to make this graceful oak server How to Build a Tiered Serving Tray
Presenting flowers may be somewhat predictable, but not when they come in this tabletop display piece How to Build a Bottle-Vase Holder
BYOB gets a style upgrade with this classic caddy, modeled on an old-fashioned tool box How to Make a Six-Pack Carrier
Use slim oak material to build a custom serving tray for less than you'd spend on a fancy breakfast How to Build a Folding Serving Tray
It only looks tough to build. This easy-to-customize piece will give your bed an instant lift How to Build a Spindle Headboard
Take some stock cedar, make a few tricky cuts, and puzzle it all together to create an instant heirloom How to Build a Classic Westport Chair
This compact storage piece stands out from the pack—and won't blow your holiday gift budget How to Make a Wine Rack from a Planter Box
Create your own tree box clad with tin ceiling tiles to make a big statement with a small Christmas tree How to Build a Christmas Tree Box
Offer guests cocktails and brews by wheeling out this dedicated serving station How to Build an Outdoor Bar Cart
TOH reader Amy Paladino gets help making a tool bench for her garage from TOH general contractor Tom Silva How to Build a Tool Bench
Ferrying firewood to the hearth just got a lot easier with this durable cart How to Build a Log Holder
Evoking pre-World War II metal bar tops that could take a beating, tables finished in zinc develop a charming patina... How to Build a Zinc Tabletop
Steal a glance as you dash out the door or stash a reminder note with this handy entryway accessory How to Build a Shutter Mirror
You can transform a pair of vintage chairs into an outdoor bench that you'll enjoy for years to come How to Build an Outdoor Bench From Dining Chairs
Assemble a stationary bench between sturdy planters made from stacked cedar boards How to Build a Planter Bench
Use cedar boards and lawn-mower wheels to make a portable food cart How to Build a Rolling Grill Table
