Porch How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our porch step-by-step tips & ideas.
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How to Replace a Porch Column Base
This Old House General contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner how to remove and repair the rot eating away at his porch’s support post.
How To Hang the American Flag
Watch as Ask This Old House carpenter and U.S. Navy veteran Nathan Gilbert explains the proper way to hang and display a U.S. flag.
How to Build and Hang a Custom Screen Door
Ask This Old House general contractor helps a homeowner build a custom screen door to fit her unique front entryway.
Build Removable Wood-Framed Screens
Tom Silva and Jeff Sweenor illustrate how to make removable screens for a screened porch
Reader Project | How to Build a Porch Pirate-Proof Bench
A reader shares his ingenious solution for safeguarding delivered packages
How to Build a Simple Porch Swing
This streamlined outdoor seat is budget-friendly and simple to build using basic cuts and common stock
Turn a Porch Into an Outdoor Room with Shutters
Install shutters to your covered porch and add thoughtful touches of decor to create an outdoor room that's filled with character.
How to Replace a Broken Front Porch Board
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva fixes a front porch by replacing a deck board
How to Patch a Porch Floor
An easy upgrade for safer stepping
Everything You Need to Know to Build Porch Stairs
This step-by-step guide will show you how to build a safe and solid set of porch steps that are more accessible for someone with mobility issues.
How to Install a Porch Column
Tom Silva shows the proper way to install a structural and decorative column on a front porch. He also demonstrates several ways to install weatherproof flashing
How To Repair a Rotted Porch Post
In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains you can permanently patch and repair a decaying porch post.
Rebuilt Wrap-Around Porch for a Folk Victorian
A newlywed's stepdad recreated detailed gingerbread trim for the best curb appeal redo from the Search for America's Best Remodel 2015
How to Weatherproof Furniture
Save money by prepping furniture with these weather-guarding hacks
How to Build Granite Porch Stairs
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to create durable, beautiful stone steps
How to Build a Porch Rail
Building a perfect-fit handrail with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Build and Hang a Porch Swing
Get yourself the best seat not in the house, and enjoy it all summer long
How To Install Lattice Under a Deck
Here's how to install a porch lattice under your deck to give your home a facelift and your yard some extra storage.
How to Animal-Proof a Porch
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a humane animal barrier
Porch Rail Revival
How to use salvaged balustrades to spruce up the exterior of an old house
How to Install a Beadboard Porch Ceiling
Gussy up your porch in time for outdoor entertaining with this guide to installing a beadboard porch ceiling.
How to Restore Outdoor Furniture
Learn how to extend the life of your lawn chairs with the advice from an expert.
How To Hang a Porch Swing: A Complete Guide
Installing a porch swing can be a rewarding home improvement project. This guide shows you how to safely install and maintain yours.