Wood slab tables, bars and countertops have had a resurgence in popularity in recent years. While wood slabs have been in use for years, they were mostly considered a fringe style, used by hippies and other non-conformists. But today, âlive edgeâ slab furniture is found in corporate boardrooms and the homes of the wealthy. That … Read more
Back when I bought my first cordless drill, almost half a century ago, they werenât all that common. That drill/driver, which was a professional grade tool, was rather expensive and extremely weak by todayâs standards. The 7.2 volt battery didnât provide the oomph of todayâs cordless tools, required longer to charge and the smaller battery … Read more
Making a cutting board seems to be one of those projects that every woodworker gets around to, sometime or other. Whether itâs early on in their woodworking journey or later, we all end up hitting a point where we decide that we need a cutting board and make one, rather than taking the more pedestrian … Read more
Thereâs something a bit old world about a porch swing. It conjures up images of people sitting in the shade of their porch on a warm Sunday afternoon, drinking lemonade and talking to their neighbors; hearkening back to a time when life was simpler, the pace was slower, and we all had time to relax … Read more
Having a basement in a home adds much-needed space. Unfortunately, not all homes come with them. But for those which do, the extra space can be used for storage or converted to additional living space, as the owner prefers. But that extra space doesnât come without some potential for problems. Basements can flood and animals … Read more