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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Hardwood floors look amazing! And this interior design upgrade can add a touch of rustic elegance to your home. But why does your hardwood floor still feel so ‘bouncy’ after a new installation? Does it mean that new hardwood floors need time to settle? Brand new hardwood floors need to acclimatize to the room they’re …
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One of the biggest woodworking myths is the idea that MDF boards cannot warp. Sure, this manufactured wood can shrug off a bit of moisture. However, MDF is not water-resistant. And it’s core material is still made from hardwood and softwood composites. Now, we all know that wood likes to move around if its exposed …
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If you sand, carve, or saw through wood, then there’s no getting away from sawdust… literally! And as annoying as it is, we’ve all been there. Especially that moment when, after a 5th wash, you still find wood chips in your favorite workshop garb. So, how do you remove sawdust from your clothes? First, give …
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Nailers are an incredibly useful tool that let you make quick work of driving nails and fastening wood down. But, when you need to fasten trim around those more awkward to reach places – such as windows and doors – its time to cut the cord. You can get cordless brad nailers that come with …
A woodworker can never have enough tools… but what if you don’t have enough space to store them all? If you’re toolbox is over flowing, (and your workbench is a bit of a mess), then now is as good a time as any to start putting your shop in order. So, keep reading to discover …
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Plywood is durable, affordable, and incredibly versatile. However, one thing it isn’t, is easily transportable. Plywood is most commonly sold in 4 x 8 foot sheets. Which makes these sheets as wide, and as long, as a double bed. So, moving plywood from the store to your home is going to be tricky without a …
Vehicles That Fit A 4×8 Plywood Sheet? (Solved!) Read More »
Poplar wood is easy to work with, easy to get a hold of, and easy on your budget too. But is it easy to carve? Poplar is great for carving, and this is all down to its grain texture. Its uniformly straight grain makes this wood fairly easy to cut into. It is pretty durable …
So you’ve been thinking about getting a Cricut. Or maybe you’ve already bought one, and now you’re wondering what to make with it. Well, you can use this machine to turn paper, card, or leather into signs, model airplanes, and even jewelery. But what does a Cricut do? And can it really cut through wood? …
