Refresh Your Wood: Staining Over Old Finishes
Can You Stain Over Stain? Staining wood has gotten complicated with all the conflicting advice flying around. As someone who has refinished more furniture pieces...
Choosing and Working with Natural Wood
Understanding Natural Wood Choosing the right wood for a project has gotten complicated with all the species names, grading systems, and conflicting opinions flying around....
Sandpaper Grits: Which to Use When
Understanding Sandpaper for Wood: A Comprehensive Guide Sandpaper has gotten complicated with all the grit ratings, abrasive types, and backing materials flying around. As someone...
Portable Dust Collectors: Options and Setup
Understanding Portable Dust Collectors Dust collection has gotten complicated with all the brands, specs, and conflicting opinions flying around. As someone who spent years breathing...
Removing White Water Stains from Wood
How to Remove White Stains from Wood White stains on wood surfaces are a common issue. These blemishes result from moisture or heat trapped in...
Mortise and Tenon Joints: Complete Guide
The mortise-and-tenon is the workhorse of furniture joinery. Properly cut and assembled, it creates joints strong enough to last generations. Anatomy of the Joint The...
Tenon Joints: Techniques and Applications
The Tenon Joint: A Detailed Exploration Traditional joinery has gotten complicated with all the modern gadgets and techniques flying around. As someone who has been...
French Cleat Systems: How to Build and Use Them
Understanding the French Cleat System The French cleat system is a highly effective method for hanging heavy objects securely on walls. Originating in France, this...
Contractor Table Saws: Features and Options
Best Contractor Table Saw: An Informative Guide Finding a good contractor table saw has gotten complicated with all the options and specs flying around. As...
Track Saw Guide for Straight Cuts
The Basics of Using a Tracksaw A tracksaw, often compared to a circular saw or table saw, is a versatile tool in woodworking and carpentry....