Power tools can be dangerous but easy to use. People get injured all the time doing seemingly effortless, normal work on their power tools; often doing work without safety that they’ve done hundreds of times with safety before with safety. But while familiarity with safety can be a good teacher, it can also make us … Read more
The attic knee wall is a great addition to any home with an attic. The real question is whether or not that attic space is usable. Today’s homes are mostly built with trusses, as that’s a more cost-effective way to add roof insulation and provide the roof with the support it needs. Trusses also allow for … Read more
Traditional fireplace mantels are mounted on two square pillars, with one on each side of the other. This was so commonplace at home at one time that many consider the pillars part of the fireplace mantel. But more recently, the design of fireplace mantels has changed and become modernized. This modern move has included eliminating … Read more
Beeswas for wood works great as a finishing a project is just as important as any other step in building it. Proper finishing protects the wood and makes the grain stand out, showing off the wood’s true natural beauty. Depending on the finish selected, it can even help establish the piece’s mood, with a top … Read more
The miter saw table has become one of the most useful power tools in many workshops, replacing the radial arm saw, which has all but faded into the dustbins of history, if not the dustbins of our workshops. The miter saw blade is more versatile than a radial arm saw blade, but it is also … Read more