Porch Videos
These This Old House videos showcase all of our porch projects, how-tos, and designs.
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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.
Build Removable Wood-Framed Screens
Tom Silva and Jeff Sweenor illustrate how to make removable screens for a screened porch
How to Hang a Porch Swing through Vinyl
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva adds structure to a porch in order to safely hang a swing
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
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.
How to Build a Porch Rail
Building a perfect-fit handrail with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Animal-Proof a Porch
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a humane animal barrier