Workshops
Build It | Rocky Canyon Rustic Side Table
Host Kevin O’Connor visits the workshop of Rocky Canyon Rustic’s Sarah Nadarajah to build a custom table with Sarah’s favorite techniques.
Tool Lab | Shop Vacuums
This Old House master carpenter Nathan Gilbert shares his favorite tips for choosing and using shop vacuums.
How to Make a Hand-Stitched Leather Tote with Jimmy DiResta
Host Kevin O’Connor meets maker Jimmy DiResta at his new workshop to take on a simple leather working project that anyone can tackle.
How Nathan Organizes His Truck
This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert takes pride in having a clean truck ready to tackle any project at any job site.
Simple Guide to Table Saw Safety
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor the features and techniques required to stay safe when using a table saw.
5 Best Welding Tables (2024 Guide)
Welding without a proper table can be unsafe and difficult. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best welding tables on Amazon.
The 5 Best Wet Vacs (2024 Review)
Wet shop vacuums are an effective machine for cleaning spilled liquids or washing hardwood floors. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best wet vacs on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Best Work Boots (2023 Guide)
If you’re looking for a new pair of work boots to provide you with comfort and support while you knock out your next DIY project, we’re here to help. In this review, we evaluate the best work boots for a range of budgets and purposes.
5 Best Safety Glasses (2024 Guide)
Safety glasses guard your eyes from debris, foreign objects, and noxious fumes. Our guide looks at some of today's best safety glasses.
Build It | Birdhouse
General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of woodworking siblings build a DIY birdhouse in their new workshop.
How to Build a Workbench
General contractor Tom Silva teams up with an aspiring woodworker to build a workbench specifically designed for kids.
How to Set Up a First-Time Workshop
In this DIY Smarts, general contractor Tom Silva helps a young woodworker set up her first workshop.
How to Sharpen an Axe
Cutting quickly and efficiently with an axe requires a sharp edge. Learn several methods to sharpen your axe with this step-by-step guide.
How to Build a Flag Display Case
Ask This Old House carpenter, Nathan Gilbert, shows the office he renovated during the quarantine and works on the finishing touch—a display case to store the U.S. flag that was presented to him at his grandfather’s funeral.
How to Add a Clamp Rack to a Mobile Workbench
In the final part of this series, House One Editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse shows how to add a clamp rack to the Ultimate Mobile Workbench.
How to Add a Sanding Station to a Workbench
In part five of this series, House One Editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse shows how to build a downdraft sanding station for the Ultimate Mobile Workbench.
How to Add Dust Collection to a Mobile Workbench
In part four of this series, House One Editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse shows how to build a dust collector to her Ultimate Mobile Workbench.
How to Add Drawers to a Mobile Workbench
In part three of the series, House One Editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse shows how to build and add drawers to the Ultimate Mobile Workbench.
Mobile Workbench with Tool Organizer
In part two of this mobile workbench series, House One Editor and DIY Expert Jenn Largesse shows how to add tool storage to the base.
5 Hand Tools Worth Having in Your Workshop
Having the right hand tools readily accessible for a project can improve your efficiency and the end result. Here’s a look at five not-so-common hand tools to have on hand.
Best Work Gloves of 2024 (Tested and Ranked)
We tested and reviewed five of today's best work gloves to help you protect your hands from scratches, blisters, punctures, and more.
How to Install Pegboard
Tom Silva demonstrates how to hang a pegboard in a garage or workshop and organize tools with it.
All About Shipping Container Homes
Do you want to build a guest house? Or a backyard office? Maybe a whole new house? Consider an alternative space, like converting an old shipping container.
The Best Valentine's Day Gifts for Your Favorite Handyman (2024)
If you’re shopping for a new tool or gadget for a handyman in your life, check out this guide for the best tool and DIY deals available.
Building Breakthroughs: Portable CNC
A CNC machine is typically really big—and really expensive. Smart home tech expert Ross Trethewey introduces a new portable PC-controlled manufacturing machine that can easily travel from jobsite to workshop, providing the same level of customization and accuracy as its much larger predecessor.
Should You Buy or DIY Sawhorses?
Before you make up your mind, have a look at this guide that will help you decide which route is best for your needs.
Safety Gear Recommendations for DIYers
Most safety gear won’t cost you an arm and a leg, however, a hazardous work environment might. Keeping your body protected must always be your first priority, so it’s imperative that you invest in equipment that ensures that you’re kept safe from potential harm.
10 Uses for Magnets
Improve home heating, give your water heater a longer life and eight other uses for magnets
All About Building a Workshop
The details of your workshop depend on the projects you prefer and the space you’ve got available.
Ask This Old House Studio | Workshop Wonders
A behind-the-scenes look at the Ask This Old House studio’s four trade-focused corners, each with a homey mix of tools, materials, and mementos.
How to Use a Table Saw
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva gives a general overview of a table saw and the best techniques to use it safely and effectively
How to Safely Dispose of Oily Rags
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva discusses the proper disposal techniques for oily rags to prevent spontaneous combustion.