It seems like a lot of kitchen designs end up with some leftover space. The solution to this is to install a small base cabinet, filling the area and providing a base for the countertop to sit on. But just what can you do with those narrow cabinets? They’re not really big enough for any … Read more
A jigsaw is a wonderful tool to have, as any handyman can attest to. It is able to cut through a multitude of materials, including wood, plywood, plastics, PVC, metals, and ceramics. It is an extremely versatile power tool, and because it is a power tool, I would like to start by addressing a few … Read more
Formaldehyde is a naturally-occurring, pungent, colorless, small organic compound. It is produced by natural metabolic processes in humans and animals alike, free-standing timber, natural decay and decomposition via combustion. Formaldehyde has received additional attention recently as the World Health Organization (WHO) has reclassified this material as a carcinogen (a substance that causes cancer). That reclassification … Read more
The large size of plywood sheets (8’ x 4’ US; 125 x 250 cm metric) is ideal for rapidly constructing homes and completing home improvement projects. However, those large sheets also come with a few problems, most notably in how to handle them effectively. The combination of their large, awkward size and weight, with a … Read more
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) is a plywood product which is commonly used as a substitute for plywood and particleboard, for new construction, home-improvement projects and furniture building. Its low cost, smooth finish and overall strength make it a popular material to use. Building code allows for the use of MDF as a replacement for plywood … Read more