This Old House Hour Season 15 Episode 8 This Old House: New Look to Match the Old; Ask This Old House: Laundry, 3-way Switch; Saw Safety

This Old House Hour season 15 episode 8 starts with the latest fixer-upper project. The team is working on a 300-year-old house in Ipswich, Massachusetts, which has a new addition in progress. The objective is to make the new addition look like it belongs to the old structure. Tommy Silva, the master carpenter, is in charge of creating specialized moldings for the new addition to match the old finishes.

Meanwhile, Kevin O'Connor takes a trip to a local sawmill to see how lumber is cut for home construction. He also learns about how different types of wood are graded and sold. Back at the project site, the team discusses ways of creating a new fence that matches the original one.

In the second half of the episode, the Ask This Old House team answers some common questions. First up, they tackle a laundry room that has no hookups for washer and dryer. The team comes up with an innovative plan to install an electric ventless dryer that can be operated using a solar panel.

Next, the team talks about how to replace a three-way switch with a smart switch. The smart switch can be controlled via an app, voice command, or through a hub. Chris, the electrician on the team, shows how to install the new switch and set up the controls.

Finally, in the last segment, Kevin O'Connor talks about saw safety with a local expert. They discuss different safety features in saws and how to avoid common accidents. The expert demonstrates how to use a saw safely and provides some valuable tips on maintenance.

This Old House Hour season 15 episode 8 is full of valuable information for anyone interested in home construction, woodworking, and home improvement. The show provides a good mix of practical tips and interesting information about the history of home construction techniques. The team is knowledgeable and professional, and the production values are high. Fans of the show will love this episode, and newcomers will find it an excellent introduction to the series.