Building a Wargame Table

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Wargamers are a unique breed of people. I know, I used to be one, many years ago. Most wargamers I have known will go to great extents to make their games more real, spending time and money buying characters, building models and creating terrain to play on. This is not a new phenomenon, for I … Read more

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The Ins and Outs of Drawer Slides

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What Are Drawer Slides Drawer slides, sometimes called drawer runners, are device that attach to your drawer to help ensure that the opening and closing motion is fluid. I’m sure we have all experienced opening a stuck drawer, where the friction of the wood prevents the drawer from opening easily. Wood doesn’t like to slide … Read more

Poplar Plywood

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Renowned for its durability as well as its bending strength, poplar plywood comes in a variety of grades and thicknesses suitable for interior and exterior applications. In this article, we answer all the most common questions about this versatile forestry product, from “What is poplar plywood used for,” to in-depth queries about poplar vs. Luan. … Read more

Drying Wood in the Oven: The Ultimate How-To Guide

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Can you dry out damp wood in the oven? How about firewood? The short answer to both these questions is “yes.” Even so, there are quite a few factors to consider – not just for your safety, but to conserve energy and ensuring that the wood you dry in the oven emerges well-suited for its … Read more

The Ultimate Cutech Jointer Review

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Whether you’re already familiar with jointers or just getting into the world of woodworking, you might be considering the Cutech jointer as an addition to your woodshop. There are tons of jointer reviews out there, and we’re guessing that you don’t have time to read then all. That’s why we’ve created the ultimate Cutech jointer … Read more