Walls
Upgrade Your Walls With Peel & Stick Paper
Switching up your interior has never been easier.
Fire-Rated Drywall: Is It Worth It?
This Old House master carpenter Norm Abram explains why builders don’t use 5/8-inch fire-code drywall throughout the entire house.
How to Install Shiplap Walls
Here’s how to create the effect of shiplap by installing plywood panels to walls inside your home.
Exterior Walls That Exceed the Code | Pro2Pro Premiere
Learn how to build an exterior wall assembly that is air-tight, manages moisture, and provides an R-value that goes beyond the code.
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 Repair Cracks in Plaster Walls
Painting expert Mauro Henrique shows Kevin O’Connor how to handle cracks in plaster and drywall.
All About Walls
Here’s why we should pay more attention to walls—both exterior and interior.
How to Frame Out Basement Walls
Transform your basement into a more multifunctional space by adding walls.
How to Prep Framing Studs for Hinges, Valves and Fixtures | Generation NEXT
Jeff Sweenor shows apprentice Kevin Barker the extra steps he takes to clearly label locations of hinges, valves, fixtures, and studs for his subcontractors
How to Plaster Blue Board
Tom Silva shows Kevin O'Connor the differences between drywall installation and plastering over blue board
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 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
Norm Abram’s Best Tricks of the Trade VII
You asked, Norm answered! Now, learn from the best
Create the Perfect Gallery Wall for Winter
Here’s a classy conifer-themed holiday decor idea
How to Adjust the Top Plate for Straight Walls
Use a springboard to make walls straight and plumb
The Basics of Stripping Wallpaper
Pro painter Nick Slavik uses a tried-and-true 3-step process to get rid of wallpaper. He takes you along on a job to show you how it's done
Things to Know About Choosing Insulation
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the options for insulation with host Kevin O’Connor
Paint a Supersized Stencil Pattern
A large Scandi-inspired stencil pattern and a soft two-tone paint palette offer a fresh take on the wallpaper look
What’s Your Paint Personality?
Sunny yellows, soothing blues, revved-up reds...every color has an innate character. That may be why the hues we’re most at home with reflect traits of our own
How to Locate Structure Behind Walls
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
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror on Masonry
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner hang a large mirror on the stone chimney above his fireplace
Tips for Using Stone Wool Insulation
It’s efficient, easy to install, and incredibly effective; hear what Tom Silva has to say about this versatile insulation product.
Pro Paint Tips: Get the Most Out of Rolling
Three paint roller tips from Mauro Henrique
Brush Advice to Know Before Painting a Room
These three hints can help you prolong your brush’s life and save some wear and tear
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.
Paint a Room Like a Pro
Ask This Old House painter Mauro Henrique teaches a homeowner the basics of painting a room perfectly.
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 Rebuild a Concrete Block Retaining Wall
Ask This Old House mason Mark McCullough rebuilds a retaining wall that was stacked with the wrong material.
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
How to Build a Chalkboard Message Center
Taking a cue from classic window trim, Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor dress up a chalkboard with molding from the home center