Cornhole | Build It | Ask This Old House

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor how to build a DIY cornhole board to meet regulation standards.

Kevin O'Connor heads to the shop where general contractor Tom Silva shows him how to build regulation cornhole boards. Starting with a few pieces of kiln-dried lumber and some interior plywood, Tom shows Kevin how to cut the front, back, and sides to regulate width and length. They then attach the plywood to the base, add legs, and cover the entire project with a finish and a pretty neat decal!

Difficulty: ⅖
Time: One day to build, two days to finish
Cost: Under $100

Materials:
A custom decal (optional)

Tools:

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This Old House general contractor Tom Silva, This Old House host Kevin O’Connor, and special guests including Jimmy DiResta, take you through step-by-step DIY projects in this popular video series. From end-tables to cutting boards to wine racks to chicken coops and more, learn how to build from the best pros in the game. Segments include mention of all tools and materials needed to get the job done.

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[ernestcashion]

Tom is really great he has a natural ability to tell you how something is done. And you know those are some good boards.

[jasonrueschman]

This old house is amazing it's been around for so long ❤❤this show was I was on when I was a little kid I can't believe I'm still watching it

[erikgarcia]

The fact they played in the video..
Amazing!!!

[kellydimartino]

Heard Tommy say “ready for some assembly “ and could hear Norm saying that in my head. I really like this series as it brings back a little NYW vibe. It’s enjoyable to watch another craftsman with hands of gold build projects again.

[MichaelM]

It’s cool to see the crew having a little fun!

[TheRich]

Man...I feel like I've been watching yous my whole life. 44 years old and I can't really remember a time this show and others like New Yankee Workshop weren't around once I discovered wood working and home improvement existed.

Great memories and even though the show has added a couple new faces to keep it going, I really love seeing the old familiar faces and miss those that have faded away.

You are all loved and greatly appreciated. I have learned so much from you all!

Take care.

[scpitts]

This episode was a fun one to watch. I love cornhole.

[vonboldler]

I have some leftover birch from a recent home project, I've just been inspired!

[podcaster_emeritus]

Thanks for showing us how to make this and including the part at the end where we got to see you all play and have fun. Where did you get the custom decals made? That was a cool touch.

[iBringTheRain]

I took advice at 3:31, "You gotta pump every now and then when it's slipping out."
Now I have three kids.

[bradpaulp]

0:22 “so I picked up some KD 2x4 we want them nice and straight”.

Now I know Home Depot sponsors them, but you know those nice and straight KDs didn’t come from there 😂😂

[Miguel.Garcia]

Actually the American Cornhole Association says the slope of the boards must be 35 degrees from 90 😂

[feinschmegga]

If they were "a hair over 8ft" - why did the two 4ft measurements overlap? Looks like the studs were shorter than 8ft

[CreyParkFilms]

Awesome! I'd love to see an episode where you folks make a bat house!

[rickwallace]

Here’s a tip. Use a Robinson bit and screw to eliminate all slipping

[oldsloane]

If you use good old Canadian robertson square socket screws you will not get the tear out that you get from phillips head screws.

[KevinCook]

Why when I cut with a six inch hole saw it tears my arms apart?

[strikerz]

I just bought one at sams club for 99.00 official size and start playing when I got home

[CornholeSteve]

@this old house couple details would make these even better. fill the screw holes on the top first so they dont snag a bag, or better yet, attach from the backside with pocket holes. round all edges including the hole so you dont snag the bags. lastly, put a cross brace under the middle to help make the boards more solid and reduce bounce.
btw, finish looked good!

[dennislogan]

I was just recently thinking about making one of those. Great job.