Johnny: Yeah, man, thanks for having me. And if you guys are not familiar with Crafted Workshop, why don’t you tell us a little about your channel. Johnny: Yeah, it’s a YouTube channel. I put out pretty much weekly, woodworking projects, mostly modern furniture type of stuff, but I also do some shop projects here and there. Been at it for a little over a year and a half now and, yeah, it’s awesome....
Nothing extends a more cheerful welcome than opening the door to reveal an expanse of uplifting, unexpected color. And nowhere is it more surprising than overhead—and with a gleaming, lacquer-like look. Take the cantaloupe-colored “fifth wall” just inside the front door of this Nantucket, MA, cottage, selected by Connecticut interior designer Lee Ann Thornton. “I chose high gloss to reflect all the natural light in the entry,” Thornton says, an effect she amplified even more with pale finishes on the walls and a pickled wood floor....
Venting a Pellet Stove To vent this pellet stove, you’ll need to cut out a hole either in the wall or roof of your house depending on where you place the stove. In this video, and as described in the steps below, you’ll see the installer attach the vent through the wall. Will a Pellet Stove Heat a Whole House? If a pellet stove can heat your whole house will depend heavily on the layout....
Inspiration for the Plunge Pool The builder of our 2020 Idea House loved the organic feel, easy installation, and low maintenance of the plunge pool that we featured in our 2018 Idea House (shown here) in Narragansett, RI, so much, that he’s installing the same model at his Modern Farmhouse in Norwalk, CT. Plunge Pool: Soake Pools Prep Work for the Plunge Pool In preparation, the crew dug a trench slightly larger than the 13-by-7-foot plunge pool, and lined it with gravel....
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Follow along with This Old House contributor Christopher Beidel, owner of Pernt, a handmade-furniture company in Brooklyn, New York, as he shows you how to construct a partition that will look right at home in your place. Columned Room Divider Plan Day-to-day timeline SATURDAY: Stack the cabinet boxes and add the face frame (Steps 2–11). SUNDAY: Build the column, and cut and install the trim (Steps 12–17). Download the Cut List here OR scroll to the bottom of the article for a list of all necessary materials....
In this episode: Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada and mason Mark McCullough team up to install a water feature for a bubbly new project. By tapping Mark’s secret stash of hand-selected boulders and Jenn’s knowledge of landscaping features, the two put together a stone water fountain made from basic materials that homeowners can find at most hardware supply stores. First, Jenn shows Mark how their fountain will work, including the parts necessary for the job....
In this episode: A house as old as our project is bound to have two bad things, lead and asbestos. Earlier demo took care of the lead paint but today is asbestos removal day. Kevin O’Connor finds Ron Peik and his team starting the removal. Plumbing issues will be the first to consider as the project unfolds. Richard Trethewey meets Ronnette Taylor, the plumber on our project, to assess the waste water system after 120 years of service and one year lying dormant....
In this episode: New England might be Red Sox country but when it comes to old-school gutters, Yankee Gutters are a home run in the Northeast. The original Seaside Victorian project had Yankee Gutters and the Historic District Committee wants the restored house to have them as well. Kevin O’Connor finds lead carpenter Chris Manchester installing them in the back. The Generation Next initiative continues with an apprentice learning the ropes with Jeff Sweenor’s electrician Ben Giles....
In this episode: The West Roxbury Victorian is down to the last couple of weeks. Appliances and lighting are in, most doors are hung, and millwork is being installed. In the kitchen, the team will install stone countertops and backsplash to create the look of one continuous piece. Countertop installer James Hanna invites Kevin O’Connor to the shop for a behind-the-scenes of how they accomplish this, but first, Kevin assists Tom Silva with installing a pre-hung double door....
Whether you’re looking to build muscle with weight training or looking for a low-impact workout machine that helps you stay fit year-round, try this curated list of fitness equipment that’s perfect for the home. Best Home Gym Machines - Our Top Picks Best Smart Home Gym - Tonal Best Exercise Bike - NordicTrack Commercial Studio S15i Best Treadmill - Sole F63 Treadmill Best Rowing Machine - XTERRA Fitness ERG600W Water Rowing Machine Best Elliptical - Horizon Fitness EX-59 Best All-In-One Home Gym - Bowflex Blaze Home Gym Best Home Gym for Small Spaces - MAXPRO Fitness Cable Machine Best Home Gym Machine for Body Building - Marcy Smith Cage Machine Best Portable Home Gym Machine - Gorilla Bow Best Suspension Trainer - TRX All-in-One Suspension Trainer...
Top 5 Blue Light Glasses Best For Kids: DYLB Kids’ Blue Light Blocking Glasses Best Case: BENICCI Blue Light Blocking Glasses for Women or Men Most Stylish: REECKEY Blue Light Glasses for Women Best For Gaming: GUNNAR Gaming and Computer Glasses Best Thin Frame: SOJOS Cat-Eye Blue Light Blocking Glasses Best For Kids: DYLB Kids’ Blue Light Blocking Glasses In virtual learning environments and a tech-centered society, children are often exposed to blue light....
Best Small Two-Burner Stove: Coleman Camping Stove Whether you’re cooking in cold weather or at high altitudes, this camp stove features controls that offer consistent cooking performance. The stove also comes with side panels that keep wind from putting out its flames. However, these panels are removable if you need to accommodate larger pots and pans. Key Features Has two burners Produces 22,000 British Thermal Units (BTUs) of heat total Uses propane gas Weighs 10 pounds Has a three-year warranty...
Top 5 Hardwood Floor Cleaners Largest Bottle: Bona Refill Hardwood Floor Cleaner Best Concentrate: MURPHY Oil Soap Wood Cleaner Best Plant-Based Cleaner: Better Life Naturally Dirt-Destroying Floor Cleaner Best Polish Restorer: Weiman Hardwood Floor Cleaner and Polish Restorer Combo Best For Spot Cleaning: Black Diamond Stoneworks Wood & Laminate Floor Cleaner Largest Bottle: Bona Refill Hardwood Floor Cleaner This wood cleaner keeps your floor looking clean thanks to its pH-neutral, water-based formula that removes dust, dirt, and grime to maintain a natural shine....
Most Customizable: KitchenAid Albany Kitchen Towel Set No matter if you prefer vibrant or neutral kitchen towels, this set comes in an option for you. Two of the towels have a white background with the occasional stripe with the color of your choice. The other two towels are made entirely from your preferred color. Key Features Four towels 12 by 26 inches each Made from cotton and polyester Machine-washable What Customers Are Saying Customers liked these kitchen towels because they didn’t wrinkle easily, were durable, and dried quickly....
Top 5 Laundry Detergents Best Laundry Pods: Tide PODS Laundry Detergent Soap Best For Families: Gain Laundry Detergent Liquid Plus Aroma Boost Best For Babies: Dreft Stage 1: Newborn Hypoallergenic Liquid Baby Laundry Detergent Best For Sensitive Skin: Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry Detergent Best For Odor Elimination: Arm & Hammer Plus OxiClean Odor Blasters Fresh Burst Laundry Detergent Best Laundry Pods: Tide PODS Laundry Detergent Soap This laundry detergent comes in the form of pods, which is less messy than liquid or powder alternatives....
Top 5 Leaf Blowers Best Corded Blower: WORX WG520 Turbine 600 Corded Electric Leaf Blower Best Cordless Runtime: EGO Power+ LB5804 Cordless Leaf Blower Best Warranty: DEWALT DCBL722P1 XR Blower Best Backpack Blower: Poulan Pro PR48BT Backpack Leaf Blower Most Lightweight: Greenworks 24252 Cordless Leaf Blower Best Corded Blower: WORX WG520 Turbine 600 Corded Electric Leaf Blower Key Features Corded design 6.4 pounds 600-cubic-feet-per-minute (CFM) maximum airflow 110-mile-per-hour (MPH) maximum speed Three-year warranty...
Top 5 Rocking Chairs Best For Outdoor Use: GCI Outdoor RoadTrip Rocker Best For Nurseries: Angel Line Windsor Glider and Ottoman Best Decorative Rocker: HouseInBox Velvet Upholstered Modern Rocking Chair Best Weight Capacity: BELLEZE Modern Rocking Chair Best Wooden Rocker: Shine Company Vermont Porch Rocker Best For Outdoor Use: GCI Outdoor RoadTrip Rocker Built for road trips, camping, and other adventures, this rocker from GCI contains outdoor seating necessities, such as a breathable mesh seat and a beverage holder....
Top 5 Tool Bags Best Value: DEWALT 33-Pocket Tool Bag Most Portable: Klein Tools 14-Tool Backpack Best Design: Carhartt Legacy Tool Bag Best Tool Carrier: Custom Leathercraft 43-Pocket Tool Carrier Best for In-Home Use: Milwaukee Heavy-Duty Canvas Contractor Bag Best Value: DEWALT 33-Pocket Tool Bag This affordable DEWALT tool bag features a large zipper and spacious interior that make it a great option for any handy homeowner. The 33-pocket tool bag has a combination of interior and external pockets to store and organize your tools and accessories, and the product is equipped with abrasion-resistant rubberized feet to help extend its life....
