DIY Classes in Boston, MA

If you have an old house that has walls of lath and plaster, this is the workshop for you. Learn how to repair walls that are cracked, or where the plaster is pulling away from the lath, by using a bonding adhesive to reattach the plaster. We will learn how to assess problem areas, apply the adhesive, and finish the area for a smooth, even appearance....

The casing around windows and doors is what we see and handle every day, and installing it can be a very satisfying step in a home improvement project. Gain the skills to measure, cut, and nail casing and molding into place for a professional finish to your work. We will also focus on scribing, the process of fitting a piece of trim against an irregular...

This hands-on class will help you learn how to replace a door or to hang a door in a finished opening where the jamb is already in place. We will cover fitting the door to the opening, including trimming a Reuse Center door to size and making a door work in an opening that may not be quite plumb and square. We will also install a window in a rough...

Ever wondered what’s behind that plaster or drywall? If you are planning to build a wall, or simply want to understand how the walls in your home are constructed, this class will get you started. Learn the basics of 2x4 wall construction and framing techniques and gain hands-on experience. Participants will frame in rough openings for a door and...

Are you afraid of working on small electrical repairs at home?  Work through your nervousness and understand what is involved and how to work on these repairs safely and within the constraints of the law.  You will learn through demonstrations of practical methods to repair small electrical problems.  Gain confidence to know when you...

Get ready to properly and easily make home repairs on your own. Learn to equip yourself with a simple set of tools and shop for supplies. Bring your individual needs as a homeowner or renter, and prepare yourself to patch holes and cracks, create a pet door and fix a broken doorknob. Learn how to identify which projects you can do yourself and which...