When it comes to making furniture, the choice between Poplar and Pine seems a no-brainer. Pine is generally more expensive, so it must be better, right? Well, the answer isn’t so straight forward when it comes to Poplar Wood vs Pine. Despite being classed as a hardwood, Poplar is in fact easier to work with …
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Wild Cherry trees can be found growing freely across the east coast of North America. In fact, you you might have a cherry tree growing in your back yard right now. Now the red edible fruit from this tree is just one great thing about them. These trees are great for local wildlife (such as …
Eucalyptus trees are famous for their medicinal qualities. The oil extracted from the leaves of this particular hardwood is how we get the eucalyptus essential oil. But what about this trees lumber? Can eucalyptus wood be used for carving? It depends on the type of eucalyptus tree. There are over 700 different varieties of eucalyptus …
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Has this ever happened to you? You’ve decided to give that worn down furniture a bit of a touch up. And though you find a few cracks here and there, a dab of wood filler soon fixes those right up. And, to help rejuvenate its appearance, you figure wood stain is the best way to …
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Mulberry trees are probably better known for their edible berries than for their lumber. Still, this trees durable golden brown lumber is also used to make strong furniture, like tables and chairs. But is mulberry wood good for carving as well? Thanks to its dense close grain, mulberry wood is a good choice for carving. …
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Eucalyptus wood is an incredibly strong hardwood that is also water resistant. So this particular lumber is just the ticket for building outdoor furniture. Its durability will help to keep your furniture together for years. And its natural resistance to rot is going to be key in helping it ride out year-round weather conditions. However, …
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There are so many fun wood crafts you can make for your feline friends. If your cat loves to roam outdoors, then why not make them a handcrafted outdoor cat house. Or if your cat is more of a homebody, then a beautifully custom made wooden cat tree might be more up your alley. But …
Thinking of building a wooden garden bed? Well, you’ve probably thought about adding a stain coat to help give that timber a touch more color. But what about the chemicals often found in wood stains and finishes? Isn’t there a danger they could leach into the soil and harm your plants? To put it simply, …
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Birch trees are a favorite backyard staple. You can find them growing in gardens across most northern parts of North America. So wouldn’t it be great to cut down a couple branches of Birch and try carving this hardwood. Well, first off, is birch wood really any good for carving? Birch wood is widely used …
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So you’ve purchased some fence panels, and now you’re ready to build a picket fence. You’re all set to go! Or are you?… You see, your next step is figuring out the best way to fasten those panels into position. Nails are strong, but they can loosen too easily. And while screws will stay in …
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