Building a treehouse is a fantastic way to get your kids to fall in love with playing outside. And, figuring out your plan for that above-ground playroom, is a lot of fun for you too. But, your treehouse will be facing the harsh outdoor elements all year round. Which means, that the wood you use […]
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Nowadays, most commercial bows are made from fiberglass or carbon fiber. But, there is something extra special about making a handcrafted bow with your own two hands. Still, while you can arguably make a bow at out of almost any type of wood, what if you have Pecan wood specifically in mind? Well, in this
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Wood is already expensive enough. But, pressure treated wood costs even more. And that increase in price can add thousands to the cost of installing a deck. But, can you save money by simply using untreated wood for your outdoor projects instead? Well, in this post, you will discover what pressure treatments actually do to
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Natural solid hardwood is one of the best materials you can use to make a trailer deck. But wood strength doesn’t count for much when it comes to decay. Plenty of otherwise tough strong hardwoods can quickly succumb to rot if they’re left outside in the elements. However, one way we can protect timber from
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Do you want a durable Axe throwing target that can handle all-weather? A good target should be made from wood that’s just about soft enough to not cause bounce -back. But it also needs to be tough enough not to splinter away to bits easily. So, what kind of wood can do it all? And
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When it comes to bird baths, wood glues need to be two things; they need to be bird safe and waterproof. Now, most popular wood glues are fairly water-resistant. Yet, surprisingly, rather few of these glues are 100% waterproof. So, in this post, you will discover the best type of sealant for a birdbath. You
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The old saying goes that wood glues need to be stronger than the wood itself. But, when it comes to a hamsters home, that glue also needs to be pet-safe too. So, in this post, you will learn what kinds of ingredients go into hot glue. You’ll also learn why you should only use ‘food-safe’
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The most durable high gloss wood finishes tend to have additives and chemicals in them. But, those additives can mean these finishes aren’t always the safest thing to use in your kitchen. So, in this post, we explain the difference between a food safe and food grade wood finish — and why it matters for
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Paint is probably one of the most whiff-potent wood finishes around, when it comes to releasing lung-burning fumes. And — as anyone who has painted a room can attest to — paint fumes can stink up the place for weeks. And those fumes are a very real concern — especially if you want to add
Is There A Reptile Safe Paint You Can Use On An Enclosure? Read More »
A lot of popular paint products are very toxic. Whether it’s the chemicals they contain — or their eye-watering fumes — those paints are far from safe to have around your guinea pigs. But, is there a durable guinea pig safe paint you can use? Well, in this post, we dive into what Volatile Organic
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