One of the more challenging home remodeling projects occurs when homeowners want to change the appearance and texture of their home’s walls. While one might think that it shouldn’t be all that hard to do, the trick is finding a way to do so, without having to take the plywood, paneling or wallboard off and … Read more
Plywood is about the most popular wood product on the market. The various grades and types of plywood available make it possible for woodworkers to do just about any project they want, strictly from plywood. When used in conjunction with solid hardwood boards, there’s almost nothing that can’t be built. The problem with many plywood … Read more
Aged and distressed finishes are very popular today. Look in your average furniture store, and you’re not just going to find highly polished pieces, you’ll find a fair amount of distressed furniture mixed throughout. Obviously this isn’t all old furniture; it has been made to look old artificially. There are a number of special materials … Read more
Many people try to skip over using primer on their projects, mostly as a way of saving money and labor. What they don’t realize in doing this, is that they are taking away from the ultimate quality and beauty of their labors. Regardless of the kind of finish one is using, the right primer helps … Read more
Everyone appreciates wood’s natural beauty, especially woods with a pronounced grain pattern. But even the best woods can be enhanced, bringing out more of their natural beauty. That’s where stains come in. Staining wood can both change its color and accentuate the grain, making it more appealing than ever. Wood staining can also protect wood, preventing it … Read more