How to Set Jointer Knives
A jointer can perform only as well as the condition of its knives. This means, of course, that the knives must be sharp. But even if the knives have been properly sharpened, they won’t cut …
Woodworking
How to Spray Lacquer: Illustrated Guide
Here we have compiled an ‘ultimate guide’ that takes you through everything you need to know about spray lacquering. Why Spray Lacquer? There are many ways to finish your woodworking projects, so why should you …
Can You Use Pine For Cutting Boards
Many of you are wondering, can you use pine for cutting boards? Pine wood can also make cutting boards, although it isn’t deemed “excellent” for a few causes. For starters, because it is a very …
Safety Equipment for Woodworking
Woodturning is incredibly fun. But it’s also potentially maiming. In a previous post, we went over what can go wrong and how to avoid that — things like getting trained and being learning about dust …
What Are Some Kinds of Exotic Lumber?
Exotic lumber is one of the most exciting types to use for making furniture or laying down beautiful flooring, precisely because it is exotic. This is not the kind of wood you would see in …
Best Woodworking Classes for Beginners
Woodworking is a skill that requires a lot of patience and finesse. But the only way to achieve these two qualities is to practice relentlessly and constantly hone one’s skill. While practicing by yourself at …
Best Resin for River Tables
In this article, we go over the best choices of resin for river tables and other similar woodworking projects. Best Value for Money: Incredible Solutions Pourable Plastic Clear Casting Resin This is a good choice …
How to Build and Use a Wood Drying Kiln Out of a Refrigerator
Are you tired of waiting months for dry turning stock? Did you know that you can easily make a DIY wood-drying kiln out of an old refrigerator and have a steady supply of stock in …
How Wet Can Wood be and How to Dry It?
This is a small note about why it’s bad for the wood to be too wet or too dry. Read on to learn more. (We’ve written this when we were making our guide on buying …
How to Buy Lumber at a Local Sawmill and Save Money
If you’ve been a woodworker for a while, you may have thought about cutting your costs by sourcing your lumber somewhere else than Home Depot. We’ve put together a small guide on how you can …