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A Quick Guide To Choosing Between Polycrylic Vs Epoxy For Your Kitchen Countertop

Every kitchen countertop should ideally be coated with a water-resistant seal. Especially if the countertop is made from woods that aren’t naturally rot-resistant (such as Birch or Maple wood). Related Post: A Quick Beginners Guide To Rubberwood Vs Birch Wood [For A Butcher Block Countertop] And a quality sealer can do more than simply prevent …

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A Quick Beginners Guide To Rubberwood Vs Birch Wood [For A Butcher Block Countertop]

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You’re probably no stranger to Birch wood. This North American hardwood is one of the more abundant, durable, and affordable hardwoods you can work with. Often used for the manufacture of Plywood, this sturdy lumber can also be found in cabinetry, moldings, and even butcher blocks. And then there’s Rubberwood. Contrary to some misconceptions, this …

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A Quick Guide To Rubber Wood Vs Pine Wood [For Furniture]

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Contrary to popular opinion, rubber wood is far from rubbery in texture. Instead, this solid hardwood can be used to make everything from decadent cabinetry to decorative cutting boards. It is surprisingly tough too. And it can handle scratches and scrapes with relative ease. But the same cannot be said for Pine wood. Pine wood …

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A Quick Beginners Guide To Rubber Wood Vs Teak Wood [For Furniture]

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You’ve probably already heard a lot about Teak wood. This prized hardwood tropical timber is durable, hard-wearing, and even naturally rot-resistant. Widely used for making outdoor furniture and boat decking, Teak is a great choice for long-lived furniture. But, there is a high price to pay for Teak wood…quite literally! So, if you are in …

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Will Polyurethane Ever Dry In A High Humidity Environment? [Revealed!]

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Polyurethane is a widely used wood sealer designed to help protect wood from scratches and water-damage. But, before polyurethane can properly safeguard wood, it needs to dry (and cure) into a durable coat. But what are the ideal drying conditions for applying polyurethane? And can the moisture in humid air prevent even quick drying water-based …

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Are Brad Nails Or Finish Nails Better For Setting Up Your Bookshelf?

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There’s a wide world of wood fasteners you can use to build a bookcase. Wood glues and screws are two particular favorites. They fasten securely, and are easy enough to use. However, it can be time consuming, turning every screw…or waiting around for glue to dry. Sometimes you can even skip over fasteners altogether, and …

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Is Black Walnut Wood Good For Cutting Boards?

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When you’re making a decorative cutting board, you have a wide range of different woods to choose from. Everything from the appearance of the grain — to how well that wood takes on wood glue — come to mind. But, when it comes to making a cutting board that you’ll actually be prepping food on, …

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What’s The Best Type Of Brush For Applying A Smooth Polycrylic Finish?

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Polycrylic is a quick-drying wood finish that’s incredibly easy to apply. This interior sealer not only makes wood more water-resistant, it can also safeguard it from scratches and scrapes. But, when it comes to wood finishing, we don’t merely want to protect wood — we also want it to look good. And a big part …

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Plywood Vs Chipboard: Which One Has The Strength To Make For Great Flooring?

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Floors need to be able to handle a lot of day-to-day pressure. And that’s not to mention the increased moisture, (and potential water-damage), that can occur around sub-flooring. So, when it comes to Plywood and Chipboard, which one of these two engineered woods is best suited for flooring? Well, in this post you will learn …

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Is Ebony Wood Food Safe Enough To Use For A Chopping Board?

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Ebony wood is a dense tough lumber. And, due to the oils saturating Ebony, this rot-resistant timber isn’t the easiest lumber to work with. Thanks to this woods high density, it is tough to machine. Plus, its excess natural tree oils make it difficult to glue and seal. So, you’ll certainly have your work cut …

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