Woodworking
To take your woodworking to the next level, get inspired with these projects across all levels.
How To Choose the Right Glue for Your Project
Learn which types of glue work best on wood, foam, cement, and other materials with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
Hand Planer Guide: Woodworking Types & How To Use Them
Tom Silva looks at different types of hand planes for woodworking projects and explains how to use and sharpen them properly.
Norm Abram's Tricks of the Trade IV
TOH compiled the latest and greatest from the master carpenter
How To Make a Mid-Century Modern-Style Dresser
Olive paint, walnut stain, and brass knobs give a flat-pack dresser mid-century modern flair in our One Piece, Five Ways series.
How To Fix a Wood Stain Mistake
Learn how to fix three types of common wood stain mistakes and make your projects look better than ever by following our woodworking guide.
How To Make a DIY Wood Quilt Pattern
Learn how to blend the arts of quilting and woodworking with this fun and unique DIY wood quilt pattern project.
How to Build a Takeout Menu Holder | Menu Holder Ideas
You can build your own takeout menu holder in just a few hours! We list the steps here, plus provide some other menu holder ideas.
TLC For Wood Furniture: Tips To Restore And Maintain Your Pieces
Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear and keep it looking great for years to come with these helpful tips.
How To Build a Hidden Door
Hidden doors are a fun project, but they still require skill and code compliance. Learn how to build a hidden door in our guide.
How to Make a Six-Pack Carrier
Elevate your drink game with a handcrafted six-pack carrier. Follow our step-by-step guide to build a custom toolbox-inspired drink caddy.
How to Make a House-Shaped Cutting Board
Treat the chef on your list to butcher block done better
How to Build a Bottle-Vase Holder
Presenting flowers may be somewhat predictable, but not when they come in this tabletop display piece
How to Strip Paint From Wood
Our start to finish guide will help you decide how to remove paint from wood.
How to Patch a Doorknob Hole With a Dutchman
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to install an undetectable wood patch in an old door.
How to Scale Up an Image
In our video and guide, we'll share our tips to enlarge or transfer any design while maintaining its proportions.
How To Replicate Molding Profiles
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva reveals various means and methods of making your own authentic reproduction moldings.
What You Need to Know to Choose and Use Wood Fillers
Discover the best practices for selecting and applying wood fillers and achieving perfect repairs in your woodworking projects.
How to Install Full-Extension Cabinet Drawer Slides
In this video and guide, This Old House's Tom Silva walks you through an easy drawer slide installation process step-by-step.
How to Repair a Tongue and Groove Wood Floor
Is your tongue and groove wood floor damaged? We've got your DIY solution in a step-by-step video, led by Tom Silva.
How To Repair a Split Door Jamb
This video featuring Old House general contractor Tom Silva and easy-to-follow guide shows you how to repair a split door frame.
How to Split Firewood
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares a quick tip to make wood splitting easier
How To Create an Interior Door Opening
Whether you're adding a closet or updating your layout, this guide can help you create a new interior door opening.
Norm Abram's Best Tricks of the Trade III
TOH assembles even more pro wisdom from master carpenter Norm Abram's archive
Salvaging and Using Wood Pallets for Your Next Project
Looking for a cost-effective and sustainable DIY project? Follow our tips on how to find, prep, and use wood pallets for upcycling.
How to Build a Zinc Tabletop
Follow this step-by-step guide to repurpose zinc into a stylish, classic tabletop that serves as a design centerpiece for your home.
How To Fix Wood Scratches
Do you have wood furniture with a damaged finish? Our expert breaks down how to fix abrasions, scratches, and gouges on wood.
How to Give Wood A Sun-Bleached Tone
Learn how to give wood a sun-bleached tone that mimics the look of well-weathered outdoor furniture with this DIY guide.
Finding the Right Finish for Interior Woodwork
Staining interior woodwork is a process of trial and error. Here's how the TOH TV pros got the look they were after—and how you can get great results every time
Jigsaw 101: How to Use the Shoe to Cut a Beveled Curve
Pro tips on cutting curved scribe lines at an angle
What You Need to Know to Make a Plunge Cut Using a Jigsaw
Jigsaws let you cut in the middle of a board—no pilot holes required. Learn how to make plunge cuts safely with expert Mark Clement.
Jigsaw 101: How To Cut Shapes
Jigsaws are valuable for a variety of woodworking projects. Follow these expert tips and step-by-step advice for the best techniques.
How To Use the Speed Setting on a Jigsaw Effectively
Learning how to use your jigsaw's speed setting and controls gives you better results and smoother cuts. Here's everything you need to know.
