Wall How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our wall step-by-step tips & ideas.
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How to Frame a Shed
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor and mason Mark McCullough how to frame walls while rebuilding Mark’s chicken coop shed.
How to Choose an Accent Wall
A pro painter's take on the design staple
Samantha Santana's Peel & Stick Wallpapers | DAILY FIND
Not willing to commit to traditional wall coverings? These bold patterns are temporary, removable options printed on high-quality woven material
How to Plaster Blue Board
Tom Silva shows Kevin O'Connor the differences between drywall installation and plastering over blue board
How to Choose the Right Insulation
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the options for insulation with host Kevin O’Connor
How to Paint a Room in 13 Steps
What does it take and how much does it cost to paint a room? Watch our video and read our easy instructions on how to prep and paint like a pro.
How to Frame a Corner
When framing wall corners, try this alternative approach that uses less material and is more energy-efficient.
How to Fill a Hole in a Brick Wall
We show you how to fill a hole in a brick wall with mortar, matching bricks, and tools you can rent.
How to Patch Small Holes in Walls
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches a homeowner to patch small holes in her wall.
How to Frame Out Basement Walls
Transform your basement into a more multifunctional space by adding walls.
How to Patch a Drywall Hole
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor how to patch holes in drywall, covering holes of all shapes and sizes.
How to Frame Out Basement Walls
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to fur out concrete basement walls to get them ready for drywall
How to Replace a Wall Tile
In this how-to video, This Old House tile contractor Joe Ferrante replaces cracked ceramic tile
4 Inexpensive Retaining Wall Ideas
We rounded up our best retaining wall ideas so you can plan your DIY landscaping project.
How to Retrofit Cellulose Insulation
In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains how to install cellulose insulation
How To Remove Wallpaper Border
Do you have an outdated wallpaper border that you want to remove? Read this step-by-step guide to learn how to easily remove wallpaper borders from your walls.
How to Install a Tub Grab Bar
In this how-to video, create a safer bath with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Rebuild a Concrete Block Retaining Wall
Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough rebuilds a retaining wall that was stacked with the wrong material.
How to Patch Plaster
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva makes a perfect-patch plaster repair.
How to Hang a TV on Brick Wall
Can you mount a TV on a brick wall? Absolutely. But mounting a TV on brick does take more preparation, knowledge, and tools than installing one on drywall. This guide will show you how to hang a TV on a brick wall so you can make the most of your wall space and elevate your entertainment.
6 Common Paint Problems & How to Fix Them
Learn what causes the peskiest paint problems—and how to fix and avoid them in the future.
How to Texture Paint: Give Walls an Artfully Rough Look
Want a rough texture paint look on your wall? Slather on colors drawn from nature, then smooth out the edges—no brush, no roller, just special effects.
How to Remove Wallpaper Easily
Painter Jim Clark shares tips for cleanly removing the most stubborn wallpaper.
How to Cover a Concrete Wall with Stone Veneer
Dressing up a block wall with stone-veneer panels, with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook
How to Cut a Pass-Through in a Load Bearing Wall
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a couple frame an opening between their kitchen and living room in a load-bearing wall.
How to Remove a Load-Bearing Wall
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to safely cut open up a wall.
How to Fix a Hole in the Wall
Easily repair a hole in the wall of any size with these step-by-step instructions.
How to Caulk Baseboards
This step-by-step guide will explain how to caulk baseboards in a way that creates neat edges and joints. There are also some tips for keeping things clean as you work. These steps apply to both paint and stain-grade baseboards installed against a painted surface.
How to Repair Plaster Walls
Our online visitors asked for help with dinged, gouged, and cracked walls. Here's an easy way to repair cracks in plaster walls and get a smooth surface that lasts.
How to Paint a Room
From start to finish, we show you how to give your interior walls a new personality in just one weekend.
All About Wainscoting
Dress up your plain-Jane walls with stylish trim that also guards against scuffs and scratches. This Old House helps you get the look you want at a price you can afford.
How to Insulate an Old House
We share different types of insulation so you can select what works best for your home’s interior walls.
Learn the Secrets of a Perfect Paint Job
Read these 24 pro tips to ensure our walls and trim get a flawless finish.