Shelves are handy for displaying and storing various items in all living or working spaces. However, a lot of planning and consideration goes into making these pieces of furniture. You need first to decide the shelf’s intended use and location before you can establish the best wood for your project. Stronger woods are best suited … Read more
Outdoor wood surfaces are more at risk than interior wooden surfaces for exposure to the elements. Wooden floors or furniture situated outside are more exposed to fluctuating weather conditions such as an immense amount of moisture in the air and heat. Moreover, these surfaces are more prone to scratches given the higher level of traffic … Read more
When it comes to woodworking, the right glue can be the difference between completing your project and abandoning it halfway through. So what are the types of wood glue? There are several different kinds, but they generally fall into four categories. Let’s look at those types of wood glue so you can pick the right … Read more
Pine is a softwood that belongs to the conifer family. Examples of pine species include the Southern Pine, the Eastern Pine, and the Red Pine. These species have sharp needle-like leaves. Like pine, spruce is also a member of the conifer family. Examples of spruce species include Engelmann spruce, Norway spruce, Sitka spruce, and white … Read more
Why use chemically treated lumber for outdoor projects when you can easily go for naturally the most weather-resistant woods? Such lumber is a lovely choice for adding texture and warmth to your trellises, decks, bridges, garden structures, outdoor furniture, and fences. In addition to their undeniably intriguing aesthetic expressions, natural weather-resistant woods also go a … Read more
It would help to consider various factors when choosing wood for an outdoor bench. The first and most important factor is the climatic conditions in your area. An outdoor bench is subject to natural elements such as wind, heat, and rain. Selecting a wood type that can withstand these elements is crucial. The second factor … Read more
When searching for the best wood for outdoor projects, durability is one of the factors that woodworkers think of most. However, other factors such as the appearance of wood should be considered when it comes to outdoor furniture. You see, a piece of outdoor furniture adds to the aesthetics of your home. Thus, the wood … Read more
The most significant evolutionary leap in the history of cutting tools has to be the shift from ax to a chainsaw. Thanks to this impressive invention, felling trees became amazingly effortless and less time-consuming. Unfortunately, not even the most high-tech chainsaw is immune to blade dulling. However, the good news is that it is possible … Read more
Abrasives come in as wide varieties as the tools they’re designed to sharpen—from bench stones and silicon-carbide paper to grinding wheels and diamond paste. You won’t need to stock everything, but understanding how abrasives work will help you choose the ones most appropriate for your workshop. Grinding Wheels Abrasive wheels made for electric bench grinders … Read more