Bed is a favorite place for many. There’s nothing like spreading out on the bed after a long, hard day and relaxing. Those few minutes of quiet relaxation before drifting off to sleep can be the best part of the day. A good night’s sleep is also essential to preparing us for the next day. … Read more
Selecting the right adhesive is critical for any project. Adhesives are not the same and making the wrong selection can mar the appearance of the project. Worse, the wrong adhesive or the wrong application of that adhesive may make the joint fail, causing the loss or destruction of the project. The “right adhesive” or “best … Read more
There are many reasons why shopping at the big home improvement centers is better than at the local lumberyard. First, lumber yards focus on carrying lumber, while lumber yards are only a tiny portion of a home improvement center. When the first Home Depot opened in 1979, part of their advertising claimed they had everything. Lowe’s has … 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