Wall Videos

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains the best way to get rid of water stains on ceilings and walls.

Paint expert Mauro Henrique shows host Kevin O’Connor some methods for removing different types of wallpaper, and Kevin’s shocked at the results.

Kevin O’Connor heads to the Franklin Pierce home in New Hampshire to learn what it takes to restore antique wallpaper.

In this DIY Smarts project, This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert walks host Kevin O’Connor through everything he needs to know about mounting a TV.

Jeff Sweenor and Kevin O’Connor install floating white oak shelves and a floating mantle

Tom Silva explains what load bearing walls are, how to identify them, and what needs to be done in order to safely remove them.

Learn how to build an exterior wall assembly that is air-tight, manages moisture, and provides an R-value that goes beyond the code.

Painting expert Mauro Henrique shows Kevin O’Connor how to handle cracks in plaster and drywall.

Jeff Sweenor shows apprentice Kevin Barker the extra steps he takes to clearly label locations of hinges, valves, fixtures, and studs for his subcontractors

Tom Silva shows Kevin O'Connor the differences between drywall installation and plastering over blue board

We show you how to fill a hole in a brick wall with mortar, matching bricks, and tools you can rent.

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the options for insulation with host Kevin O’Connor

When you’re hanging a shelf or TV, you’ll need to find the studs in your wall. As part of the Ask TOH Tips from the Pros series, Tom Silva reveals simple, low-tech ways to get the job done

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner hang a large mirror on the stone chimney above his fireplace

It’s efficient, easy to install, and incredibly effective; hear what Tom Silva has to say about this versatile insulation product.

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.

Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique teaches a homeowner the basics of painting a room perfectly.

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.

Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough rebuilds a retaining wall that was stacked with the wrong material.

Norm sees the decorative brackets being used on the exterior and learns why polyurethane is a better choice than PVC stock for this application

Taking a cue from classic window trim, Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor dress up a chalkboard with molding from the home center

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva creates a simulated stile and rail wainscoting on a dining room wall by using base cap molding.

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches a homeowner to patch small holes in her wall.

Electrician Scott Caron hangs a flat-screen TV on the wall and conceals all the wiring

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva opens up a load-bearing wall between a kitchen and a family room

Creating perfectly smooth wall corners with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva

Painter Jim Clark shares tips for cleanly removing the most stubborn wallpaper.

Partitioning off a below-grade space with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva

Trying to paint edges neatly? Here’s how to cut in paint like a pro.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares tips and techniques for safely hanging framed objects on walls

This Old House host Kevin O'Connor shows how to fill gaps and make a space cozier and energy efficient.