This Old House Hour Season 15 Episode 10 This Old House: Shedding the Old Look; Ask This Old House: Wood Shop; Wireless Switch

This Old House Hour season 15 episode 10 features an hour-long episode of This Old House, Shedding the Old Look, where the team tackles a major renovation project of a 1909 Craftsman home in California. They start by demolishing the old garage and replacing it with a custom-designed shed that will match the style of the main house. The shed will be used as a workspace for one of the homeowners who is an artist.

The team also works on updating the exterior of the main house by removing the old cedar shingles and installing a new rain screen to prevent moisture damage. They then install new vertical grain Douglas fir clapboards and moldings, restoring the home to its original beauty.

As part of the renovation, the team also tackles the challenge of reconfiguring the home's layout to better suit the homeowners' needs. They open up the living and dining rooms, creating a larger open space for entertaining, and install new windows throughout the house for better ventilation and natural light.

In addition to This Old House, the episode also features Ask This Old House segments: Wood Shop and Wireless Switch. In Wood Shop, the crew heads to a woodworking shop in Massachusetts to help a homeowner create a custom-built mantle for his fireplace. They show the homeowner how to measure and cut the wood, and then assist him in assembling and installing the mantle.

In Wireless Switch, the team helps a homeowner install a wireless switch system in his home. They explain the benefits of a wireless switch, including the ability to control lighting and other devices remotely. They then walk the homeowner through the installation process, demonstrating how to connect the switch to the home's electrical wiring and program it to work with different devices.

Overall, This Old House Hour season 15 episode 10 provides an engaging and informative look at the challenges and rewards of renovating an old home, while also offering practical tips and advice for DIY enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned home renovator or a newcomer to the world of DIY, this episode is sure to provide plenty of inspiration and useful information.