Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to repair plaster molding. Steps:1. Make cut through existing plaster molding with drywall saw.2. Set sheet metal into cut and scribe molding profile ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to make deck stairs.Steps:1 Determine the width of each stair tread.2 Use 4-foot level and tape measure to find the total rise of the staircase.3 Divi ...
Watch this video with This Old House to learn how to build a composite deck. Steps:1 Measure the deck for the first decking plank.2 Cut the plank to length with a circular saw or power miter saw.3 If ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to put a deck over a concrete step.Steps:1. Cut PVC trim boards to wrap around stoop using circular saw.2. Counterbore holes in PVC trim with ½-inch-d ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to attach a deck to your house.Steps:1 Remove old ledger and flashing, then inspect plywood sheathing for rot; patch sheathing, if necessary.2 Cover s ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to install a deadbolt lock.Steps:1 Position paper template on door edge; mark center holes on face and edge.2 Drill face hole using hole saw; drill fr ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to create a small deck. Steps:1. Remove siding and inspect plywood sheathing for rot; patch sheathing, if necessary.2. Cover sheathing with two layers ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to replace an old threshold. Steps:1 Remove old threshold from doorway using hammer and reciprocating saw.2 Use reciprocating saw to cut the nails sec ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to fix a broken door jamb.Steps:1 Remove any nails or screws from the damaged area.2 Nail pine 1x4 guide blocks to the doorjamb around the damaged are ...
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how fix a unbalanced door. Steps:1 Close door and check the spacing at the top and latch-side of the door.2 Determine which hinge must be shimmed to adjus ...