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From This Old House. In exclusive extended interviews and behind-the-scenes footage not seen on This Old House’s broadcast, a family recounts their terrifying night as Hurricane Helene destroyed their mountain home. From basement shelter to garage refuge, these additional scenes reveal the raw human drama before rebuilding begins. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Tune…
From The Build Show. Waterproofing is the most critical step in any bathroom remodel, and cutting corners can lead to costly damage. Jordan Smith, design-builder at Smith House Company in Austin, highlights how improper waterproofing often results in hidden mold, rot, and structural issues behind shower walls. Many backer boards claim water resistance, but they…
From This Old House. In this video, master electrician Heath Eastman helps a homeowner find the perfect set of electric lanterns for her home. With the help of a local electrician, Heath and crew install the new lights the right way. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. New Orleans is popular for a lot of…
From seejanedrill. If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See Jane Drill: http://www.amazon.com/?tag=sejadr-20 Note: If you purchase any items through See Jane Drill’s Amazon links, we will receive a small commission. If you really like the work we that we…
From seejanedrill. If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See Jane Drill: http://www.amazon.com/?tag=sejadr-20 Note: If you purchase any items through See Jane Drill’s Amazon links, we will receive a small commission. If you really like the work we that we…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt welcomes Brent Hull, master craftsman, author, and historic millwork expert, for a fascinating discussion on what it means to build with timeless quality. Together, they dive into the art of blending tradition with modern construction practices, exploring why authenticity, proportion, and design…
From This Old House. In this video, when a homeowner’s beloved patio table and chairs set started to show its age, she knew it was time for a fresh coat of paint. She turned to the crew at Ask This Old House for help. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Finding the right set of…
From This Old House. In this video, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O’Connor how to handle a clogged, overflowing toilet with a surprising technique for clearing up solid clogs. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. In this video, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows host Kevin O’Connor how to handle…
From The Build Show. In today’s episode of the Build Show, Matt visits Indiana to tour a spectacular carriage house project by Duke Homes, just outside Indianapolis. Joined by Mike Duke and his son Isaac, Matt explores how this family-run builder blends craftsmanship, innovation, and deep local roots into every detail. The carriage house features…
From This Old House. Lee Gilliam helps a homeowner figure out why grass isn’t growing in his backyard SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Where to find it? Heat pumps: Special thanks to The Energy Conservatory (TEC) [https://energyconservatory.com/] for providing additional information. Side table: Kevin O’Connor meets with maker Sarah Nadarajah of Rocky Canyon Rustic…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Build Show, Travis explores three innovative water heating solutions from Rheem and how they fit different household needs. Since water heating makes up nearly 20% of a home’s energy use, choosing the right system is critical. Travis reviews the Maximus high-capacity gas tank water heater, ideal…
From seejanedrill. Leah tells you about the best $149 she ever spent on a harbor freight tool. 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com Yitamotor: https://amzn.to/3VyNBp2 Haul Master (more expensive online) https://amzn.to/4mDRNir If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See…
From This Old House. Inspector Fletch walks us through the essentials of a professional home inspection—from spotting foundation cracks and moisture intrusion to attic ventilation and hidden safety risks—so homeowners can protect their biggest investment with confidence. Plus, New Yorker editor David Remnick recalls life in a Moscow flat as a young correspondent during the…
From The Build Show. In this Episode 2 of Forever Home, Steve takes us onsite for one of the most exciting days in construction—casting the concrete foundation. With pump trucks running, crews on deck, and concrete flowing, Steve walks us through the process step by step, highlighting the teamwork, precision, and planning required to get…
From This Old House. Work begins on the 1887 Victorian to make it suitable for multigenerational living. Demolition is underway on the third floor, where a bottle of 1887 Bordeaux was found during the process. The builder talks about his start in construction, and the architect shares his plan for restoring the home. The mayor…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Best of the Build Show, Matt introduces one of his favorite topics—framing and the structural role of shear walls—but it’s architect and longtime Build Show contributor Steve Baczek who takes the lead. From jobsite examples to sketching out the basics with “Big Red,” Steve breaks down…
From How To Make Everything. Get $5 off your next order through my link https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_htme_0925 or use code HTME at checkout, or look for Magic Spoon on Amazon and in your nearest grocery store! I built one of the first power generator from the 1800’s that brought in the industrial age, and allowed kinetic energy to…
From This Old House. After Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville, North Carolina, This Old House documents how families faced catastrophic flooding and winds that destroyed their mountain homes. From initial storm preparations to the shocking reality of nature’s power, this episode captures the beginning of rebuilding not just structures, but lives torn apart by disaster. SUBSCRIBE…
From The Build Show. On Episode 8 of Build Across America, Matt visits Asheville, NC, to explore how Alair Asheville – Red Tree Builders designs for performance, resilience, and wellness in a temperate rainforest climate. Builder Brandon Bryant showcases innovations like precast concrete walls, advanced insulation, ERVs, dehumidifiers, and geothermal systems that support energy efficiency,…
From This Old House. Kevin O’Connor toured the workshop in Pennsylvania that crafted a walnut counter for the kitchen island. Today Paul Grothouse is in Concord for its installation. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Where to find it? Kitchen design: New England Design Works [https://www.ne-dw.com/] Countertop manufacturer: Grothouse, Inc. [https://www.glumber.com/] Looking for more step…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt and Brent dive into the fascinating Italian Revival project—an extraordinary 120-year-old mansion in Fort Worth. Together, they explore the craftsmanship, history, and challenges of restoring this landmark home, originally built with commercial-grade masonry and even a bank vault inside. Brent shares insights…
From This Old House. At the Concord house, Jenn Nawada and landscape contractor Fred Pendleton are installing multiple bluestone flush ground garden beds for a kitchen garden in the front of the house. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. Where to find it? Landscape contractors: K & R Landscape [https://www.kandrlandscape.com/] Looking for more step by…
From The Build Show. Matt and Steve brave Arizona’s High Sonoran Desert to highlight the benefits of metal roofing in a hot, arid climate. The project features an 1,800-gallon buried water tank and additional smaller tanks that capture rainwater from multiple roof planes, providing both drinking water and irrigation. The metal roof design is oriented…
From This Old House. Kevin O’Connor visits architectural woodworker Rob Carr at a local mill shop to watch the process of replicating the original windowsills from the Dracut Centre School restoration in Dracut, MA. Because the project is protected by the historic commission, exterior details need to be restored to their original look. He then…
From The Build Show. Matt visits engineer Whit Smith’s forever home project outside Austin, Texas, where Pella Lifestyle Series windows are being installed. They highlight Pella’s innovative Steady Set system, which allows windows to be installed from the inside for improved safety and efficiency, especially with large, heavy units. Matt and Whit discuss project-specific installation…
From This Old House. Nathan Gilbert helps a homeowner add shade to a pool area using a shade sail and unique anchor points; Ask This Old House spotlights the brothers of Jordan’s Legacy Landscaping, a fourth-generation landscaping company in the Atlanta area; Mark McCullough helps a landlord make a cost-effective repair to her tenant’s concrete…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Build Show, Travis takes us through the process of properly waterproofing a below-grade foundation using insulated concrete forms (ICFs). Working on an addition to an existing home, Travis demonstrates how to create a crawlspace that stays dry while ensuring long-term durability. Sponsored by Polyguard, this episode…
From This Old House. A new project in Glen Ridge, NJ brings a new member to This Old House. The team meets him for the first time and is introduced to the project—a dated three-story 1887 Victorian being renovated for multigenerational living for the homeowners and their daughter who is moving back in with her…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Best of the Build Show, Matt teams up with builder Bryan of Pioneer Builders to tackle a common frustration—waiting too long for hot water at the tap. Brian walks us through practical strategies for solving this issue, focusing on hot water recirculation loops paired with efficient…
From This Old House. Kevin O’Connor joins Pauline Curtiss and her team in the Concord master bathroom which will be surfaced in with Tadelakt, a traditional Moroccan wall surfacing technique composed of lime plaster and black soap made from olives. It’s alternative to tile that’s a waterproof membrane, making Tadelakt walls suitable for wet areas…
From This Old House. When transitioning from the old house to the new house we find the floorboards are not running in all the same direction. So Kevin O’Connor, Charlie Silva has a solution that will make the transition look great. They will also show us how they test to see if the flooring has…
From The Build Show. In This Episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger continues his conversation with second-generation builder Peter Scott in part two of their discussion. This time, the focus shifts to the Build Show Live House in Dallas, where Peter walks through the framing process, building science details, and new systems being…
From The Build Show. In this episode of the Build Show, Steve visits the Field of Dreams project in South Dakota to showcase Diamond Kote’s engineered wood siding solutions. Joined by Senior Diamond Kote Specialist Brandon Hostetter, Steve explores the features that make Diamond Kote stand out—from its durable 50-year warranty and pre-finished color options…
From The Build Show. REGISTER FOR BUILD SHOW LIVE 2025 HERE – https://utm.io/uiCOC Today on The Build Show, Matt is in Dallas at the VIP Show House to showcase an innovative framing and insulation system that combines monopoly framing with continuous exterior closed-cell spray foam. At the center of this approach is the InsoFast X…
From HAXMAN. I completely transformed my ugly countertops using an easy DIY method anyone can do. Go to http://DrinkLMNT.com/haxman for a free sample pack with any purchase! Don’t replace your old countertops; learn how to resurface countertops with microcement. It’s perfect for a bargain kitchen or bathroom remodel. Follow along for an easy DIY home…
From Lincoln St. Woodworks. Taking the rarest wood in North America and turning it into junk….Well kind of Thanks to Lectric eBikes for sponsoring this video! Ready to join over 500,000 happy riders? Head to https://lectricebikes.yt.link/QyfsBfg, and get a free bike cover on us with your bike order by using code Lincoln at checkout! Honest…
From Primitive Technology. 2.5 m Natural draft furnace experiment Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subPT | Never miss a video! Enable ‘ALL’ Notifications! Watch my newest content: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Follow Primitive Technology: Wordpress: https://primitivetechnology.wordpress.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=2945881 Watch More Primitive Technology: Newest Uploads: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Pyrotechnology: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBVRqu5lz5JGaQxjPs7q3CJ&playnext=1&index=2 Shelter: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBBsdKZb-vy30o88SIxItp2&playnext=1&index=2 Weapons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpA-XGDrrmVgBnSXx15i2Awp&playnext=1&index=2 Popular Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpAb29Lrdki5BPjTpMon8zla&playnext=1&index=2 About This Video: I built a 2.5 m…
From seejanedrill. Today’s Video is Sponsored by WYBOT Leah demonstrates how the WYBOT F1 Solar Pool Skimmer and C2 Vision Robotic Pool cleaner operate and helps keep your pool clean. Discover more at WYBOT: https://www.wybotpool.com/ Click here to purchase: WYBOT C2 vision：https://bit.ly/c2v-seejanedrill WYBOT F1: https://bit.ly/F1-seejanedrill If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup…
From How To Make Everything. Huge thanks to KiwiCo for sponsoring today’s video! Go to https://www.kiwico.com/HTME and use code HTME for 50% off your first monthly crate. In this video we attempt to recreate 1st century engineering to make a river power a bellows that fuel our furnace to get it hot enough to cast…
From seejanedrill. Today’s video is sponsored by Deer Valley Smart Toilets Deer Valley Smart Toilet and Discount: The code LEAHDV20 provides 20% off @deervalleybath Grab Bar Pole: https://amzn.to/4mVmwIc Non-Slip Bathroom Rug: https://amzn.to/4p1nkNJ Fold Down Shower Seat: https://amzn.to/3VhQPNp Sliding Shower Head: https://amzn.to/3HuzwFR Door Knob with Emergency Release Feature: https://amzn.to/4oVEyvF https://amzn.to/4g0wWEm Lever Bathroom Faucet: https://amzn.to/47aQxzd https://amzn.to/3VqwyFn Leah…
From HAXMAN. I made a HUGE mistake when I transformed my ugly concrete patio in just a few hours using DIY resin-bound stone. Is this still the best way to fix cracked or ugly concrete forever? This is an easy home improvement project for the do-it-yourselfer! Concrete pavers are so yesterday. I’ll show you how…
From seejanedrill. Leah of See Jane Drill demonstrates how beginners can install a mini split easily Today’s video is sponsored by TOSOT Aoraki 24.5 SEER2 18,000 BTU Heat Pump Mini Split AC w/ERV System 20% off code: SeeJaneDrill @tosotdirect 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com If you like our vids, treat Leah to a…
From How To Make Everything. Get $5 off your next order through my link https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_htme or use code HTME at checkout, or look for Magic Spoon on Amazon and in your nearest grocery store! The process of turning this rock into another opened the door to countless modern technologies from plastics, medicine, and artificial lighting.…
From seejanedrill. Leah of see Jane Drill demonstrates how to tape a Three Wall Corner and witness professional results 3Way: https://amzn.to/3Us76Pu Inside Corner Trowel: https://amzn.to/4mKyjsN Drywall Tape: https://amzn.to/4mLlZZw Pre-mixed Joint Compound: https://amzn.to/4oHnvxx 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this…
From seejanedrill. Leah of See Jane Drill shows you how to make quick drywall repairs using the WallWeb 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com WallWeb Link: https://amzn.to/47iFEeB Easy Sand 5: https://amzn.to/46Gl1sF If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See…
From Lincoln St. Woodworks. Have you ever wondered if that advice you heard is just a silly myth or reality? Then this video is for you. Head to https://maev.yt.link/lSTBDAU and use code LINCOLN for 20% off your first order. Honest Finishing -https://lincolnstwoodworks.com/pages/honest-finishing The Best Beginner Woodworking Course – https://www.bestbeginnerwoodworking.com/ Free Cross Cut Jig Plans –…
From HAXMAN. I completely transformed my ugly concrete patio in just a few hours using DIY Resin-bound stone. This is the best way to fix cracked or ugly concrete forever! Forget concrete resurfacer. That just cracks again. Repair your cracked concrete with this simple DIY project or opt for resin-bound stone instead of concrete for…
From Primitive Technology. Primitive Technology: Grass mat loom Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subPT | Never miss a video! Enable ‘ALL’ Notifications! Watch my newest content: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Follow Primitive Technology: Wordpress: https://primitivetechnology.wordpress.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=2945881 Watch More Primitive Technology: Newest Uploads: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Pyrotechnology: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBVRqu5lz5JGaQxjPs7q3CJ&playnext=1&index=2 Shelter: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBBsdKZb-vy30o88SIxItp2&playnext=1&index=2 Weapons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpA-XGDrrmVgBnSXx15i2Awp&playnext=1&index=2 Popular Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpAb29Lrdki5BPjTpMon8zla&playnext=1&index=2 About This Video: I made a loom for weaving…
From How To Make Everything. Thanks to BRUNT for sponsoring this video! Get $10 off your first purchase at https://brunt.yt.link/CQMv4d3 using code HTME10. Humanity has used many materials through history to achieve one simple aim: to stab and cut. In this video we put them to the test and see if you had the option…
From seejanedrill. This Video is Sponsored by Auro Wand Auro Wand Kickstarter project: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/auroinnovation/aurowand Join See Jane Drill 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See Jane Drill: http://www.amazon.com/?tag=sejadr-20 Note: If you purchase…
From seejanedrill. Leah of See Jane Drill show you how to install an Outlet where there was none. 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: sjdmasterclass.com Voltage Testers: https://amzn.to/4kNNU9E Outlets: https://amzn.to/40ungeB https://amzn.to/46PrH7B Electrical Box: https://amzn.to/3TOsJcw If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon…
From Get Hands Dirty. Thanks Skil and xTool for supporting my work! Skil tools https://skil.com xTool Lasers US Store: https://bit.ly/xtool-us EU store: https://xtool.pxf.io/gOQ069 Walnut Chair Listing https://gethandsdirty.com/shop/p/walnut-chair New Tool Keychains https://gethandsdirty.com/shop/p/tool-keychains Support my work on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/gethandsdirty Tools I use https://gethandsdirty.com/tools Filming gear https://gethandsdirty.com/tools Disclosure: This video might include affiliate links meaning I get a…
From Lincoln St. Woodworks. So you want to build your own drawers but you’re confused where to start. Here are 3 ways to do it. From beginner to advanced. Head to https://maev.yt.link/X97qIhX and use code LINCOLN for 20% off your first order. Honest Finishing – https://lincolnstwoodworks.com/pages/… The Best Beginner Woodworking Course – https://www.bestbeginnerwoodworking.com/ Free Cross…
From HAXMAN. I built a DIY limestone trough fountain using pool noodles! Go to http://DrinkLMNT.com/haxman for a free sample pack with any purchase! Transform your backyard with this DIY garden fountain. I made two DIY fountains. One used pool noodles, and the other was made with cardboard. Rapid set mortar mix is the secret to…
From How To Make Everything. We explore the next step in historical electricity, the first practical electric motor! Do you think this could have kick started the industrial revolution before the steam engine? Use code HTME50 to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first Good Chop box at https://bit.ly/3YpTPcN ! Help us make…
From Primitive Technology. Floating Pulley Blower Smelt Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subPT | Never miss a video! Enable ‘ALL’ Notifications! Watch my newest content: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Follow Primitive Technology: Wordpress: https://primitivetechnology.wordpress.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=2945881 Watch More Primitive Technology: Newest Uploads: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBR4xqf3FO-xFFwE-ucq4Fj&playnext=1&index=2 Pyrotechnology: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBVRqu5lz5JGaQxjPs7q3CJ&playnext=1&index=2 Shelter: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpBBsdKZb-vy30o88SIxItp2&playnext=1&index=2 Weapons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpA-XGDrrmVgBnSXx15i2Awp&playnext=1&index=2 Popular Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGnWLXjIDnpAb29Lrdki5BPjTpMon8zla&playnext=1&index=2 About This Video: I tested the floating pulley blower I…
From Lincoln St. Woodworks. Is the Dewalt 735 Planer finally in trouble? Lets find out if the Oliver 10055 can beat it. Honest Finishing – https://lincolnstwoodworks.com/pages/honest-finishing The Best Beginner Woodworking Course – https://www.bestbeginnerwoodworking.com/ Free Cross Cut Jig Plans -https://lincolnstwoodworks.com/products/circular-saw-crosscut-jig-plans 🔴Affiliate Links Dewalt Planer – https://amzn.to/4ewF1zX Motorcycle Lift – https://amzn.to/44o4Iiq Oliver Planer – https://amzn.to/440KM3G 🔴Support LSWW…
From How To Make Everything. Thanks to BRUNT for sponsoring this video! Get $10 off your first purchase at https://brunt.yt.link/ibpQHW3 using code HTME10. As I move forward in my glass making journey, a look back at the past 10 years of glass experiments I’ve done and the lesson’s I’ve learned. Help us make more videos…
From seejanedrill. 30 Day Challenge here’s the link: Challenge.sjdmasterclass.com Dremel Multi Drill: https://amzn.to/3TD6So4 If you like our vids, treat Leah to a cup of coffee! http://www.Ko-fi.com/seejanedrill Click on this link to shop on Amazon via See Jane Drill: http://www.amazon.com/?tag=sejadr-20 Note: If you purchase any items through See Jane Drill’s Amazon links, we will receive a…
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