Woodworking Videos

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to make an undetectable repair in rotted wood.

Host Kevin O’Connor meets with general contractor Tom Silva and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada to talk about bats and how beneficial they are. Then Tom and Kevin build a bat house.

General contractor Tom Silva tells us about one of his favorite pastimes: woodturning on a lathe.

In this article, we show you how to tackle a hexagon planter DIY project. Find the steps, materials, tips, and more inside.

General contractor Tom Silva and carpenter Nathan Gilbert work together to build a bar top out of a slab of live-edge red oak from Nathan’s Christmas tree farm.

General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor how to build a DIY cornhole board to meet regulation standards.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build a bathtub tray complete with a cup holder for maximum relaxation.

Host Kevin O’Connor and general contractor Tom Silva visit a local school. The pair enlist the help of Tom’s daughter, Kate, to build a Little Free Library.

General contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor walk us through the process of building a demilune table.

General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor a tip for installing crown molding around awkward wall angles.

This simple technique uses little more than a piece of string and some nails to create accurate and decorative ellipses in your designs.

General contractor Tom Silva shows us how to turn a basic home-built box into a baseball bat display case worthy of any commemorative or championship bat.

This Old House expert Tom Silva shows us how to turn reclaimed lumber into a charming, multipurpose milk stool.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor craft a bee-friendly backyard feature from basic building materials.

General contractor Tom Silva builds a basic serving tray to illustrate the box joint—a craftsman's method for joining corners.

For this House One project, editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse demonstrates how to make a wall-hung planter using vinyl plank flooring and a piece of plywood. Watch the video and read the tutorial for the complete project details.

Contractor Tom Silva teaches host Kevin O’Connor about different wood joints, including their strengths and applications.

Read our step-by-step instructions on identifying and repairing rotting wood and learn how to keep your home’s wood components in top shape.

Craft wooden Christmas ornaments using a lathe and scrap wood.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teams up with an aspiring woodworker to build a DIY wooden workbench

General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of woodworking siblings build a DIY birdhouse in their new workshop.

House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a sturdy cedar seat that keeps firewood close.

Carpenter Nathan Gilbert explains everything you need to know about drill drivers, from their history to their modern features.

Learn all you need to know about building a backyard ice skating rink from This Old House experts Jenn Nawada and Nathan Gilbert.

Using hardwoods of strikingly different colors, This Old House contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor team up to create a cutting board with an eye-catching 3D effect. See how to make one yourself with the instructions below.

Building a flag display case is a rewarding woodworking project. This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert explains the process in our guide.

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor, turn a French-style rolling pin with an ornate detail in the center using a lathe.

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor build an outdoor bench that doubles as a cooler using cedar and copper.

Watch as DIY expert and House One editor Jenn Largesse shows you how to build a custom laptop table that easily stores away when not in use.

Read our DIY guide to craft a custom slatted bench to add stylish and functional decor to your living area or yard.