In restaurant kitchens, you are likely to see plastic cutting boards used. They are color-coded and used for a specific cutting purpose: vegetables on one, raw chicken on another, cooked chicken on a third, then fish, raw meat, cooked meat, …
We have mentioned before that we are not wood carvers, but we have friends who are. When we have questions about carving, we turn to them and follow their advice. In order to answer the question of this article, we …
It may seem like such an obvious statement that you should only work with dry wood when making furniture. Yet, wood can feel dry to the touch while still being wet inside, and your sense of touch will be affected …
Temperature change affects water greatly in both directions. We know that water expands as it gets heated and eventually becomes a vapor. As it cools, it contracts until it reaches 4 degrees C, its molecular density maximum, and then it …
There has been an unusual trend of late in the food e-zines I subscribe to and read each day, one that does not make a lot of sense to me. Perhaps you have read about or heard of butter boards. …
We know the value of sleep and the value of a good night’s sleep. Being well-rested for a day of work or other activity can mean the difference between good work being done and falling asleep at your desk or …
We will admit that we are not wood carvers. We love working with wood, of course, but our woodworking is in the making and building of things – desks and bed frames for the kids, outdoor decks, cutting boards, and …
Got water-damaged, swollen wood furniture? Our easy-to-follow article will guide you in the water damage restoration process. The most important thing to do is allow the furniture to dry completely. You can do this by leaving it out in the …
I hate shaving. Fortunately, I do not need to be clean-shaven every day, especially if I am working in the shop or the garden. Still, even shaving 3 days a week is an annoyance. But, when I do shave, I …
A day doesn’t go by that I don’t use a wooden cutting board in my kitchen. All of my cutting boards are wooden, although I’ve used hard plastic cutting boards in the past. Two are of bamboo, and one is …
Reaching the point in a woodworking project where a decision needs to be made means we’ve chosen our wood, cut the wood into the right pieces and shapes, and assembled our project. Each of those choices was made with some …
The cutting boards in our kitchen get a lot of work. That’s boards, plural. There’s one for poultry, another for red and white meats, and a third for vegetables. The one thing in common among the three, though, is the …
Green has become a popular color in the past decade for a number of reasons. The term “green” often refers to something that is environmentally friendly; green tea has risen in popularity, and Starbucks even offers a green tea chai …
I’ve often been asked about the best wood for making cutting boards. Through my experience and practice, I’ve found that white oak is a strong candidate. I’ve discovered that white oak’s natural antibacterial properties and water resistance make it stand …
We’re woodworkers. We work with wood for the tactile satisfaction, for the love of wood’s appearance, for the grain, and for the warmth, it introduces in a room. But not everyone feels the same way, and modern materials have insinuated …
Sometimes you run into a dilemma with parts and accessories in woodworking where the manufacturer is less than clear or helpful in defining the differences between their similarly named/numbered parts. We ran into one recently and would like to spare …
I’m always on the lookout for the best hardware to enhance my projects. After experimenting with various brands and types, I’ve come to a firm conclusion: Blum drawer slides are, without a doubt, the best. Blum drawer slides use a …
The cabinets in our kitchen close softly and automatically once the door begins to move. It’s a cool feature, and it keeps the door in place well without any slamming or banging about. The hinges are well-made and perform as …