And we want to hear from you. Got a question for our experts? Have a project you’d like to share? Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook. We’re here to help and we look forward to hearing from you.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
OCT 4-9: FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
National Fire Prevention Week begins October 4, and we believe that this year, it’s more important than ever. That’s why we plan to bring you safety tips and curated prevention techniques, courtesy of our friends at Leviton. You can also enter for a chance to win an AFCI outlet from Leviton. We hope you’ll mark your calendars and tune into our social media channels for more. Be sure to follow This Old House on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Sunday, Oct. 4
Article: How to Escape a Fire Enter for a chance to win an AFCI Outlet from Leviton
Monday, Oct. 5
Tom Silva discusses fire codes (Facebook) TOH Live: How to Protect Your Home From Electrical Damage with Master Electrician Heath Eastman, sponsored by Leviton (Facebook, TOH.com) Article: How to Install a Fire Escape Ladder
Tuesday, Oct. 6
12pm ET - Honeycomb Grates & Fire Prevention with Tom Silva (Facebook)
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Article: Using Fire-Rated Drywall
Thursday, Oct. 8
Article: How to Install a Fire Sprinkler System Last day to enter for a chance to win an AFCI outlet from Leviton
PAST EVENTS:
MONDAY, JUNE 1 - FRIDAY, JUNE 5: SOLAR & ALTERNATIVE ENERGY WEEK
Interested in learning more about solar and alternative energy practices? Join us as we share our favorite energy-smart segments and connect with fans about solar and renewable energy options for homeowners. Check out the schedule below: Monday, June 1
Smart energy: Throughout the day we will release our favorite content involving smart energy solutions from our archives: How to Install Home Solar
Tuesday, June 2
[This event has been postponed. Check back soon for updates]: Live Q&A with Home Technology Expert Ross Trethewey and guest Solar Expert Fortunat Mueller from Revision Energy on Solar and Renewable Energy (Youtube, Facebook)
Wednesday, June 3
Smart energy: Throughout the day we will release our favorite content involving smart and alternative energy solutions from our archives (All platforms)
Thursday, June 4
Entries are now closed for the $250 gift card to The Home Depot giveaway. Watch Our Latest How-To Video: “5 Things to Know About Solar”
Friday, June 5
Smart energy: Throughout the day we will release our favorite content involving involving smart and alternative energy solutions from our archives (All platforms)
THURSDAY, JUNE 4: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Enter by noon ET for a chance to win a $250 Home Depot gift card.
MONDAY, MAY 25 - FRIDAY, MAY 29: TOOL WEEK
Do you have an affinity for the latest tools? We shared our best tool segments and connected with fans about the types of tools every homeowner should own. Monday, May 25
Show us your tools: We invite you to share photos on social media of your favorite tools, especially old ones, for the chance to win a This Old House fan bundle—perfect for Father’s Day (or any fan in your household!) (All platforms)
Tuesday, May 26
Power tools: Throughout the day we will release our favorite content involving power tools from our archives. (All platforms)
Wednesday, May 27
Watch as carpenter Nathan Gilbert gives a full tour of his truck and discusses how he stores and safeguards his tools.
Thursday, May 28
Hand tool throwbacks: Throughout the day, we’ll release content from the archives on speed squares, chisels, and other low tech tools. Entries are closed for the $250 gift card to The Home Depot. You can now enter for a chance to win next week’s drawing.
Friday, May 29
We’ll announce our contest winner of the Fan Bundle How To Weekend Project - All About Finish Nailers
THURSDAY, MAY 28: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Entries are now closed for this week’s $250 Home Depot gift card giveaway. Click here to enter in next week’s drawing!
MONDAY, MAY 18 - FRIDAY, MAY 22: CURB APPEAL WEEK
Want to give the outside of your home a quick makeover? Landscape Contractor Jenn Nawada, Carpenter Nathan Gilbert, Painter Mauro Henrique, and Mason Mark McCullough connected with fans about simple curb appeal projects and ideas. Monday, May 18
Quick tip (How to Update a CNC Shaper Router) and live Q&A with Nathan
Tuesday, May 19
Watch this Facebook Watch Party with Jenn, Mark and Mauro as look back on their favorite curb appeal segments.
Wednesday, May 20
Watch this quick tip followed by live Q&A with Mauro and Jenn (Facebook/YouTube)
Thursday, May 21
Watch this Throwback Thursday video feat. Roger Cook Entries are closed for this week’s $250 Home Depot giveaway. Congrats to Dave from Hawaii for winning this week’s giveaway!
Friday, May 22
Insider Q&A with Mark and Heath (Private Insider Facebook group) Weekend project: How to Paint a Front Door with Mauro Henrique
Want more project ideas? Check out our recommended curb appeal content below:
How to Swap the Swing of a Front Entry Door How to Repair a Rusted Wrought Iron Railing How to Build a Bluestone Walkway How to Build an Address Plaque Post
THURSDAY, MAY 21: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Entries are now closed for this week’s $250 Home Depot giveaway. Click here to enter in next week’s drawing! MONDAY, MAY 11 - FRIDAY, MAY 15: ELECTRICAL WEEK Do you have an electrical project in your home that you can use some professional advice on? Master Electrician Heath Eastman and Home Technology Expert Ross Trethewey answered questions, provided tips and tricks, and electrical project ideas for homeowners. Monday, May 11
Watch this quick tip (Wiring You Might Find in Your House), followed by live Q&A with Heath Eastman
Tuesday, May 12
Watch the Facebook Watch Party with Ross Trethewey & Heath Eastman as they share their favorite electrical segments from past shows.
Wednesday, May 13
Watch this quick tip and Q&A on electrical systems with Ross and Heath Learn How To Install a USB Outlet with Heath Eastman
Thursday, May 14
Entries are now closed for the Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway.
Friday, May 15
12p EDT: Insider Q&A with Ross (Facebook) 3p EDT – Flashback Friday (Facebook)
Want more project ideas? Check out our recommended electrical content below:
How to Ground a Two-Prong Electrical Outlet How to Install Smart Smoke and CO Detectors How to Choose a Bathroom Exhaust Fan How to Install a Dimmer Switch
THURSDAY, MAY 14: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Enter for a chance to win a $250 gift card giveaway to The Home Depot!
MONDAY, MAY 4 - FRIDAY, MAY 8: DECKS & PATIOS WEEK
Got a patio that needs a facelift or a deck that could use some refinishing? The This Old House experts discussed all things decks and patios during this week on TOH: Live! Monday, May 4
Watch this quick tip (Can You Realistically Have a Deck?) and Q&A with Jenn and Nathan
Tuesday, May 5
Watch this Patios/Decking Facebook Watch Party with Jenn/Mark
Wednesday, May 6
Watch this quick tip on patios and seating walls and Q&A with Mark and Jenn Check out this week’s How-To Project - How to Anchor a Patio with Plantings
Thursday, May 7
Submissions are closed for this week’s Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway. Enter for a chance to win next week’s drawing! Watch the Patio Happy Hour with Jenn, Mark & Nathan
Friday, May 8
Insider Q&A with Mark and Nathan Flashback Friday
Want more project ideas? Check out our recommended decking and patio content below:
How to Install Decking How to Build Storage Under Your Deck How to Design the Deck of Your Dreams How to Install Concrete Pavers How to Install a Bluestone Patio
THURSDAY, MAY 7: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Entries are now closed for this week’s $250 gift card giveaway to The Home Depot.
MONDAY, APRIL 27 - FRIDAY, MAY 1 : KIDS WEEK
To help stave off boredom and keep kids and parents busy, the This Old House cast and crew shared their favorite kid-friendly DIY projects. Check our social media channels and website for Q&As with experts, ideas and tutorials. Monday, April 27
How to Build a Birdhouse with Jenn Largesse. Read the full project steps. Watch this Family Project Idea and Q&A with Charlie Silva on Facebook How to Build a Soccer Goal. Read the full project steps.
Tuesday, April 28
How to Build a Dog Bowl Stand. Read the full project steps.
Wednesday, April 29:
Rock Scavenger Hunt with Mark McCullough. Be sure to download our rock hunting guide! Watch this Family Project Idea and Q&A with Jeff Sweenor How to Build a Tree Fort
Thursday, April 30:
Building a First Tool Box with Generation Next. Read the full project steps. How to Build a Cornhole Game Set Deadline to enter for a chance to win this week’s Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway. Note: Entries are now closed for this week’s drawing.
Friday, May 1:
Watch this Family Project Idea and Q&A with Mark McCullough How to Build a Swing Set. Read the full project steps.
Want more ideas? Check out these 13 DIY backyard games.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Entries are now closed for this week’s $250 gift card giveaway to The Home Depot. MONDAY, APRIL 20 - FRIDAY, APRIL 24: HOME TECHNOLOGY WITH ROSS TRETHEWEY This Old House Home Technology Expert Ross Trethewey was featured in the fourth week of our expert series. Monday, April 20:
Rewatch this Q&A with Ross (Facebook)
Tuesday, April 21:
Check out the Twitter chat with Ross for more home tech tips
Wednesday, April 22:
Watch Ross demonstrate how to upgrade to a smart thermostat Rewatch this Q&A with Ross (Facebook)
Thursday, April 23:
This week’s Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway is now closed. You can enter for next week’s drawing. Check out the Twitter chat with Ross
Friday, April 24:
Insiders may watch this Q&A with Ross for Insiders only 3p ET - Watch party (Facebook)
Want more? Please check out our recommended content from Ross to help you learn more about smart technology in your home:
Understanding Indoor Air Quality Understanding Electricity Bills How to Maximize Comfort with a Thermostat How to Control Smart Lighting Future House | Smarter Home Electrical Metering
THURSDAY, APRIL 23: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Congrats to Diane from Connecticut for winning this week’s $250 gift card giveaway to The Home Depot!
MONDAY, APRIL 13 - FRIDAY, APRIL 17: CARPENTRY WITH NATHAN GILBERT
This Old House Carpenter Nathan Gilbert is featured in week three of our expert series. Monday, April 13:
Rewatch this quick tip and Q&A with Nathan
Tuesday, April 14:
Check out the Facebook Watch Party with Nathan
Wednesday, April 15:
Rewatch this quick tip and Q&A with Nathan Watch Nathan show you how to build kitchen drawer dividers
Thursday, April 16:
This week’s Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway is closed. Enter to win next week’s drawing! (Facebook/Instagram/ThisOldHouse.com)
Friday, April 17:
Watch this quick tip and live Q&A with Nathan Rewatch this Flashback Friday of Nathan’s favorite show segments with his live commentary
And if you can’t wait to start on projects at home, please check out our recommended content from Nathan to help you learn new skills and techniques:
How to Remove a Burn Mark from a Hardwood Floor How to Hang a Sliding Barn Door How to Refinish Worn Out Stair Treads How to Tighten a Loose Newel Post
THURSDAY, APRIL 16: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Congrats to Walt Fromm from Pennsylvania for winning this week’s $250 gift card giveaway to The Home Depot!
MONDAY, APRIL 6 - FRIDAY, APRIL 10: PAINTING WITH MAURO HENRIQUE
This Old House painter Mauro Henrique was featured in week two of our expert series. Monday, April 6:
Rewatch this Quick tip and Q&A with Mauro on Facebook
Tuesday, April 7:
Rewatch the Facebook Watch Party with Mauro
Wednesday, April 8:
Rewatch this Quick tip and Q&A with Mauro on Facebook Watch Mauro show you how to paint a vinyl garage door
Thursday, April 9:
Entries are now closed for the Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway. Enter for next week’s drawing! (Facebook/Instagram/ThisOldHouse.com) Check out the Twitter Chat with Mauro for more painting tips
Friday, April 10:
Rewatch this Quick tip followed and Q&A on Facebook Replay Flashback Friday with Mauro’s commentary
And if you can’t wait to start on your painting projects, please check out our recommended content from Mauro to help you learn new skills and techniques:
How to Safely Strip Paint from Woodwork How to Repaint a Rusty Metal Handrail How to Paint an Exterior Metal Door How to Paint a Room Like a Pro
THURSDAY, APRIL 9: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Congratulations to Danelle from North Carolina for winning the second $250 gift card to Home Depot!
MONDAY, MARCH 30 - FRIDAY, APRIL 3: LANDSCAPING WITH JENN NAWADA
This Old House Landscape Contractor Jenn Nawada kicked off our expert series. She’ll answer your questions, give guidance on projects, share a few tips, and simply provide you with content to make your days a little more enjoyable. Monday, March 30:
Rewatch this Quick Tip and Q&A with Jenn Nawada on Facebook
Tuesday, March 31:
Replay the Facebook Watch Party with Jenn Watch Jenn demonstrate how to build a raised garden bed in her own backyard
Wednesday, April 1:
Rewatch this Quick Tip and Q&A with Jenn Nawada on Facebook
Thursday, April 2:
This week’s Home Depot $250 Gift Card Giveaway winner has been chosen. Congrats to Lynn from Minnesota for winning this week! Now accepting entries for next week’s drawing Check out the Twitter Chat with Jenn
Friday, April 3:
Rewatch this Quick Tip and Q&A with Jenn Nawada; Read Jenn’s recommendations for seed starters and gardening book recommendations. Rewatch Flashback Friday with Jenn’s commentary
And if you need more landscaping project inspiration, please check out our recommended content from Jenn to help you learn new skills, tips and techniques:
How to Grow Grasses on the Prairie How to Install Winter-Proof Planters How to Reimagine a Historic Landscape Design How to Install a Natural Stone Patio with Fire Pit How to Build a Pondless Waterfall
THURSDAY, APRIL 2: HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY
Congratulations to Lynn from Minnesota for winning the first $250 gift card to Home Depot!
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 (5p ET) - SUNDAY, MARCH 29: FREE INSIDER ACCESS TO FULL EPISODE STREAMING IN THIS OLD HOUSE APP
“This Old House: Live” began on Friday, March 27 with free access in the This Old House App until Sunday, March 29. Audiences had access to stream all episodes of This Old House and Ask This Old House, and select episodes of New Yankee Workshop, a benefit normally reserved for Insider members. The This Old House App is available to everyone on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV and Apple TV. Watch via streaming app: Download the free This Old House app and get free access to full episode streaming (available on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV).
Ways to Donate:
You can visit DonatePPE, which includes a list of which medical facilities across the country that are requesting equipment, and the specific drop-off procedures of those facilities.
PPE Donations by State:
California:
The County of Santa Clara Health System is accepting donations at its San Jose location. They will hand out donations to the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics, O’Connor Hospital, St Louise Regional Hospital, Santa County County Public Health Department and others. Volunteers are organizing the collection and delivery of PPE in the Bay Area. If you would like to donate, fill out this form online. San Mateo County is also seeking donations via its website to assist health care providers and facilities in California.
Maryland:
Johns Hopkins University is accepting PPE donations.
Massachusetts:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is accepting PPE donations. Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking donations of equipment. The Cambridge Health Alliance is seeking donations of equipment and thermometers. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has set up a procurement and donation program:
Michigan:
The University of Michigan medical center is collecting donations. Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston is also accepting donations on its website.
New York:
Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking donations of PPE: Businesses that would like to sell PPE to New York state are advised to contact the governor’s office through its website. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s office is looking to buy gear for hospitals and is happy to accept donated equipment. Jonah Bruno, a spokesperson of the state Department of Health, said the state is taking donations of “all sizes” — from corporate sources as well as individuals. Cuomo’s office provided the following contact information to connect donors to those who need equipment: Call 646-522-8477 or email COVID19supplies@esd.ny.gov. More information for those offering donations is also available through the governor’s COVID-19 donation website.
Washington:
The state also collecting equipment via its website. Washington is focusing on donations in bulk to fill the highest needs first and advises individuals with smaller donations to contact your local emergency management agency. Seattle Children’s is accepting donations. Volunteers in a group called the Seattle Mask Brigade are picking up N-95 masks in-person to donate to Seattle-area healthcare and social service professionals. To donate unused masks, you can fill out a form on its website.
If you know of other organizations seeking donations of PPE equipment, please email contact@thisoldhouse.com and we’ll include it in this list.
