Water is the enemy of wood. Water is also the enemy of cast iron. On wood, continued exposure to water leads to decay and rot. On cast iron, water/moisture leads to rust. We’re woodworkers, so why do we need to …
We’re not sure how many times we’ve written these words: water is the enemy of wood, but it is germane to today’s piece on warped cabinet doors, whether kitchen or bathroom. The kitchen sink, the dishwasher, the bathroom sink, the …
The dictionary will tell you that torsion refers to a twisting. This article has nothing to do with torsion as twisting, but it is about some real woodworking that you might not be aware of yet. Think hollow-core doors, workbench …
Wood kitchen countertops have become somewhat popular of late, and it’s an excellent choice for the home cook. We live near a sawmill and have access to slabs of a variety of woods at custom lengths. With a kitchen remodel …
For those of us who like to do our own home renovation work, we easily and without doubt rip out carpet, replace floorboards with suitable plywood, and lay our own floating floors. We eagerly take down kitchen cabinet doors to …
Wooden tables are timeless pieces that add warmth and character to any home. However, they are vulnerable to heat marks that can tarnish their beauty. These marks are often the result of hot dishes, cups, or spills that seep into …
I remember shop class in junior high school with Mr. Davis. There was drafting, learning protractors and compasses, foundry work with making a mold in wet sand, melting the metal, and pouring, and more. But working the wood lathe was …
Remember when you were in high school math class, and it came time to study geometry? Geometry? What for? How is that going to help me in life? Bisecting an angle? Jeepers! Well, here we are now, a few years …
Pallet projects are a popular DIY hobby for, among other reasons, the materials are often free or at least very low cost. It’s also cool to show your ingenuity in coming up with unique uses for pallet furniture, benches, coffee …
Have you ever sat at a table that wobbles? Perhaps a loose screw or two at the legs is causing that wobble, or the legs and apron were not well connected to the tabletop. If you’re a woodworking enthusiast looking …
After outfitting your home woodworking shop with everything you need, power and hand tools, etc., it’s now time to stock your shop with various types of wood for your projects. A few boards of this and that, pine or walnut …
We take on hobbies for, well, a hobby, something to spend time on away from work, something to devote a weekend on here and there. People choose a hobby because they enjoy it, find it fun, something to keep their …
Many of us have kitchen “stuff” that once belonged to a grandmother or even a great grandmother. Treasured heirlooms, kitchen utensils no longer made but still used, or an old Fanny Farmer Cookbook from 1896, they all carry the energy and …
Building a picture frame consists of multiple steps: measuring, cutting, gluing, and clamping. The corner joints are the hallmark of a well-made frame. We describe 4 methods of joining the corners are described below. Tools for Making Picture Frames What …
Antiquing furniture is a popular project for adding to a home’s decor. The introduction of antique pieces, whether genuine or faux, into a room’s furnishings adds to its ambiance and aesthetic, as well as its warmth. Finding just that right piece at …
Barnboard has become very popular in home decor; wood reclaimed from old barns being demolished. That rustic look left unfinished adds a warming, countrified look in both new and old houses. Home decor has also borrowed barn door design and functionality, …
Almost all woods absorb moisture like a sponge. Of course, woods like teak and white oak are water resistant and will not warp, twist or crack. This is why they are good choices for outdoor furniture and in the case of white …
When it comes to woodworking and door installation, you want to make sure the door hinges are properly fitted. This sets the stage for straightforward installation. Selecting the right router bit is vital for creating precise hinge mortises – the …