Old House Journal

Reuse old doors for new home decor style

Reuse old doors instead of throwing them away! We have ways to upcycle and bring in some awesome new style…

10 years ago

Combination Square around the Home

It's often relegated to the back of the toolbox, but the 7" combination square has loads of uses around the…

10 years ago

Do you DIY? Find the right saw for you

Whether repairing woodwork or removing added partitions, the right saw will make your project smoother. Here's how to select the…

10 years ago

What 6″ Random Orbit Sander is best for you?

Discover which 6-inch random orbit sander is the best.   Sanding is boring—and a lot of work. Depending on the…

10 years ago

Reciprocating Saw: Not just for demolition

We revved up 5 cordless reciprocating saws and found something for everyone—from power performers to stripped-down versions for beginners.  In…

10 years ago

Check out Mark’s toolbelt review in Old House Journal magazine

Whether you’re a professional carpenter or a weekend DIYer, you can’t get by without a good tool belt, one that…

12 years ago

Check out the ‘5 Best Saws for DIYers’ featured in Old House Journal

Whether repairing woodwork or removing added partitions, the right saw will make your project smoother. Here's how to select the…

12 years ago

Mark & Theresa share 12 Ladder Safety Tips with Old House Journal

Choosing the best ladder for the job is key to using one safely.

13 years ago

Prepare for the Mushroom Factor

As a professional carpenter, I have lots of tricks up my sleeve when working on projects. For example, before I…

14 years ago

Moving an Old Door

"Ouch!" It's an exclamation I heard often within the confines of my small kitchen, where people regularly banged into an…

14 years ago