Wall Renovation

From insightful plans to how to guides, learn about all things wall renovation.

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How to Cut a Pass-Through in a Load Bearing Wall

In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to cut a pass-through in a load-bearing wall.
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Barrington | Architectural Moldings created from Polyurethane

Norm sees the decorative brackets being used on the exterior and learns why polyurethane is a better choice than PVC stock for this application
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How To Build a Pass-Through Wall

Learn how to build a pass-through between your kitchen and family room for dining, working, or simply making your home feel more open.
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Finding and Restoring Hidden Plaster Details

In an act of upside-down residential archaeology, the This Old House TV crew reveals—and rebuilds—historical plaster details entombed above a false ceiling
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Reciprocating Saw 101: How To Demolish a Wall in 6 Steps

A reciprocating saw can make short work of a wall. This video and guide show you techniques to help you demolish a wall quickly and safely.
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Reciprocating Saw 101: How to Cut Into a Wall Safely

Pro tips on avoiding disaster when plunge-cutting into a wall
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How to Use Salvaged Building Materials in New Construction

The TOH TV team is ginning up clever ways to reuse centuries-old house parts to give brand-new spaces an aged patina
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How to Remove a Load-Bearing Wall

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to safely cut open up a wall.
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How To Insulate a Wall: A Comprehensive Guide

Here are some simple and easy tips for installing wall insulation to help you save money and become more energy-efficient.
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Walls (and Roof) That Won't Come Tumbling Down

The new construction at Carlisle consists of foam-core panels that are strong enough to stay put for a century, and solid enough to keep the fuel bills low.
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How to Take Down a Wall

Tom Silva and friends take down an outdated carport by hand in the Cambridge house