Top 88 Restoring Projects

1. 1. Assessing a Staircase

   If you want to restore a staircase banister, you need to assess the condition of the existing staircase. DIY Network experts give advic...

2. 2. Refinish a Cabinet

   

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   Learn how to refinish a set of cabinets with these easy step-by-step instructions.

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   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 3. Lazy Joe Paint Wrapper (01:15)

   

   When it comes to waiting between coats, try this paint wrapper instead.

4. 4. Compact Belt Sander (00:01:06)

   

   Don't let the size fool you -- this thing can do some serious sanding!

5. 5. How to Restore an Entryway

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   The experts from Restoration Realities demonstrate how to restore a front door and adjacent sash sidelights.

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   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

6. 6. Demolition: Discovering Rot (02:27)

   

   Check out these techniques for addressing moisture problems.

7. 7. The Bent Mountain Mill (00:03:17)

   

   The Bent Mountain Mill turns into a potential goldmine for the crew.

8. 8. Thomas' Liquid Stainless Steel (02:55)

   

   Update your appliances with this automotive-grade polymer stainless paint.

9. 9. Vintage Light Fixtures (00:01:00)

   

   Using era-appropriate light fixtures is important when restoring old homes.

10. 10. Restoring Old Wood Windows (01:00)

    

    Here are a few tips from the pros to help you restore old wood windows.

11. 11. Demolition (04:05)

    

    Tools, gear and safety precautions for doing demolition.

12. 12. Gingerbread House (00:20:00)

    

    Bronson puts Mikey in charge of restoring the busted up barn.

13. 13. Matching Century-Old Paneling (00:03:18)

    

    Stephen's challenge: matching the wall paneling in a century-old home.

14. 14. Paint Matching (01:10)

    

    The science at Sherwin Williams is performed with a spectrophotometer.

15. 15. Old New Kitchen (00:19:58)

    

    Host Bronson Pinchot tackles the kitchen of the Decker House.