Wood stains work best when they’re applied onto clean dry timber. And this means making sure the surface of your wood craft is free of sawdust, dirt and grease. That’s because if wood is contaminated, a penetrating wood stain won’t be able to evenly soak into wood grain. And you could end up with a […]
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Worrying about the type of glue keeping your cutting board together, may not seem like the most exciting topic, but trust us—it’s still important. Especially when it comes to food safety. So, in this post, you will learn why food safe does not equal food grade. You will also discover why some food safe glues
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If you’re like most cooks, your cutting board is probably used frequently throughout the day. And over time, that chopping block can begin to look a little worse for wear. This is because sharp kitchen utensils can wear down a wooden surface, scratching and denting it. Now, usually a wooden surface with knots, holes, or
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The smaller the wood craft, the more important it is to keep any added weight to a bare minimum. Wood glues might be very strong, but with that extra strength comes extra weight. And this is just one of the reasons why wood glue might not be suitable for your balsa wood craft. Which is
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Do you want a lightweight model glue that’ll dry in seconds? Then cross wood glue off your list. Sure, wood glues are incredibly strong. It’s one of the reasons why this PVA-based adhesive is so ideal for creating durable glue joints. But, this fairly slow-drying glue is going to make life frustrating, when it comes
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Worried about the white mould growing underneath your hardwood floorboards? Or maybe you’ve tried a baking soda solution to get rid of it, but it’s had little to no effect. If so, then let me share a secret with you. A little while back, I discovered that baking soda wasn’t the way to solve white
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As a woodworker, you’ll soon come to find that some types of wood are trickier to finish than others. In particular, lightweight wood types such as Balsa and Basswood, are especially problematic. Their low density makes them incredibly easy to carve. However, it also means that they soak up paints and stains unevenly. So, in
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When it comes to model making, not all types of glue are equally suitable for scratch building. Some glues are water soluble (and can be easily removed). While some are much more durable – and only a searing solvent can cut through their bond. But, when it comes to model making, using a fast-drying glue
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Strong toothpick bridges need a strong adhesive. However, due to the fragility of toothpicks, the amount of weight added by wood glue is of greater concern. So, when it comes to selecting the best glue for a toothpick bridge, the choice actually isn’t quite that obvious. That’s why, in this post, you’ll discover why wood
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Like all natural materials, wood has a limited shelf life. If you don’t use raw wooden boards or firewood fairly quickly, rot can begin to eat away at them. But, what if you have some very old logs lying around? Or maybe you’ve replaced some rotten wooden beams in your home…and now you’re wondering what
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