Sandpaper is probably the most common woodworking tool there is, yet few people think of it as such. If we think of sandpaper at all, it’s probably to wonder where we put it after the last project. There’s just nothing about sandpaper to arouse a lot of interest, and cause excitement, like there is with … Read more
Since its introduction in the mid-1800s, plywood has grown in popularity and use. Today, over 700 million cubic feet of plywood is manufactured and used every year. The number of plywood products has grown significantly, now including a large number of engineered wood products, such as OSB, MDF and particleboard. Likewise, the number of uses … Read more
Laser engraving has increased in popularity in recent years. What once started out as a professional option has only entered the realm of the hobbyist as lower cost machines have entered into the market. It is possible to make a hobby out of laser engraving alone or to combine it with other woodworking skills, making … Read more
For the last four decades, the use of barn wood in furniture and interior decorating has gained wide appeal. Starting out on the trendy west coast, the idea spread gradually eastwards. Now, people of all walks of life have found the beauty of using “reclaimed wood” in a wide variety of circumstances. While barn wood … Read more
The average home has more storage space than most people realize. The problem is that we’ve forgotten how to use it. Our grandparents made good use of those of us who remember loved exploring that space when we were children. But somewhere along the way, we’ve stopped making good use of our attics. Much of … Read more