Synopsis

With the guidance of a professional installer, Kevin O'Connor assists a homeowner in choosing wall-to-wall carpet and ensuring its proper installation. Later, back in the *Ask This Old House* loft, Kevin joins Tom Silva, Richard Trethewey, and Roger Cook as they examine an unfamiliar object, speculating on its purpose. Silva then imparts crucial safety lessons to Kevin regarding the use of a tablesaw, demonstrating a novel emergency brake designed to mitigate potential injuries.