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House One by DIY Expert & Editor Jenn Largesse provides stylish step-by-step projects and ideas for your home. Whether you’re a new homeowner or a maker with years under your belt, Jenn shares everything from videos featuring building projects, tool tutorials, and easy home fixes to design advice and buying guides.
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 Paint a Mandala on a Deck
Mandala designs have increasingly been on the rise in the Western world for a few years now. They’re everywhere: on apparel, linens, in adult coloring books, and are especially popular as tattoo designs
How to Clean Paint Off Any Surface
In some cases, paint stains may seem to be a permanent problem, but fear not—small splatters and large coatings are easier to remove than you’d think! From sanding to scraping to specialty products, there are many methods to try if your first attempt at cleaning old paint is unsuccessful.
Greener Ways to Melt Winter Ice
Icy conditions can pose a huge risk to your safety, making it important to be prepared to take on such dangers during the year’s cold months. Read our easy and chemical-free ways to deal with ice this winter.
How to Build a Mobile Bicycle Rack (For Kids)
Need a place to store your children’s bicycles, without having to put holes or hooks into the wall? Watch this video and read our guide to building an easy DIY kids bike rack.
Jenn Largesse
This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor
Modern Bathroom Sink Fixtures
Looking to give your bathroom a modern makeover? Start with the faucet! Here are some design-savvy ideas to make your bathroom modern and sleek.
It’s Time to Wash Your Pillows
Cleaning pillows at home is quite easy; it’s basically like doing a standard load of laundry, just make sure to wash two at a time to keep the machine balanced. The following instructions for how to wash your pillows are for washing natural fiber (down) or synthetic pillows.
How to Choose the Right Area Rug Size
Area rugs set the precedent for both the zone and tone within a space, meaning, these mats define design boundaries and aesthetic. When deciding on rug sizes, there are two options to consider: either a rug large enough to contain all the furniture on it or a rug that furniture is partially on. Read on to learn more about choosing a rug size for each room.
How to Style a Mantel
Whether you have a true fireplace shelf or faux fixture, the mantel is a unique fixture where you can make a statement. Here are our best tips for styling a fireplace mantel.
Maker Interview: Mike Montgomery of Modern Builds
House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Mike Montgomery of Modern Builds in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: Tamar Hannah of 3x3 Custom
House One’s Jenn Largesse interviews Tamar Hannah of 3x3 Custom in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: Corey Decker of Sawdust 2 Stitches
House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Corey Decker from Sawdust 2 Stitches in this installment of the House One Maker series.
Maker Interview: Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress
House One’s Jenn Largesse interviews Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That
House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: Jen of House of Wood
House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Jen Woodhouse from House of Wood in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: John Malecki
House One’s Aaron Massey interviews John Malecki in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Maker Interview: Ben Uyeda of Homemade Modern
House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Maker Ben Uyeda of Homemade Modern in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
Wall Colors to Help You Sleep Better
Need a better night’s sleep? Consider painting your bedroom walls one of these colors that help promote better slumber.
Deep Clean Your Dishwasher the Easy Way
Your dishwasher is likely one of the most used appliances in your home, but when it comes to maintenance, many people neglect it. Read these steps for how to deep clean your dishwasher.
How to Build a Custom Built-in Shelving Unit
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 Prep a Fireplace for New Tile
Watch DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse, as she covers phase one of her fireplace wall makeover and upgrades her mantel with new molding.
How to Tile a Fireplace
DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse installs tile on her fireplace and surround.
How to Make a DIY Circle Jig for a Router
It can be very difficult to create a perfectly circular cut with a jigsaw. Luckily, there’s another easy way to cut a circle using a router and a simple DIY circle jig. Watch this video to learn how.
How to Make a Tall, Tapered Planter
This Old House DIY Expert & House One’s Jenn Largesse shows how to set up a miter saw to create geometric planter, shelves, and more.
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 Paint a Geometric Accent Wall
This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to prep and paint an accent wall with three colors arranged in a geometric pattern.
How to Make a Cat Bed from a Basket
Need a place for your cat to nap? You can make an easy DIY cat bed using some plywood, a basket, and some creativity. Watch as DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse shows you how.
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 DIY Midcentury-Style Desk
Build a Midcentury-style desk with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor, Jenn Largesse.
How to Stain an Adirondack Chair
How to properly stain an Adirondack chair with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse.
3-Room Remodels That Transform the Home
Exploring three beautiful room remodels to show you how far your budget, style, and DIY skills can go to transform a space, with This Old House DIY Expert & House One’s Jenn Largesse.