Also known as a wood bit, a brad point bit is designed to bore neatly through the wood. While standard twist bits may not drill accurately, especially at the beginning when it skates across the surface of the wood, the brad-point is quite accurate and smooth. The brad point itself consists of a sharp point … Read more
There are times when you are going to have to cut the head of a nail, screw, or other fasteners that are stuck in the material. This often occurs when the screw head gets stripped, or the nail head is bent to a point where it cannot be removed using standard methods. Cutting off the … Read more
The term plywood applies to engineered lumber that consists of at least three layers and often more. The faces of the layers are oriented 90 degrees from the previous layer to add strength and durability. The plywood or veneer is then graded in terms of quality, but that does not denote their applications or structural … Read more
Of the many different types of wood available, camphor wood is a popular variety. Camphor wood comes from the camphor tree, which mostly grows in Australia, Taiwan, Japan, and Indochina. It is an evergreen tree that normally grows to about 70’ up to almost 100’ in height. And is normally found in regions where the … Read more
Stucco (also called render) is a popular construction material used for coating or creating designs on walls. It’s like a fine plaster prepared by mixing aggregates, a binder, and water in a specific ratio. Attaching wood to the stuccoed wall is a common practice that is many times used for DIY projects. If you are … Read more
Deglossing wood is an important step if you need to refinish or apply a new coat of paint to your old piece of furniture, cabinets, trims, etc. But because sanding wood using a traditional abrasive sandpaper can be a long tedious process, you can use liquid formulas that are just as efficient at removing wood … Read more
Lacquer is a type of modern wood finish that is usually applied to high-end furnishings. It dries quickly, is unaffected by water, and remains transparent through the years. Lacquer finishes gained popularity due to the fact they don’t turn yellow with age, they require little maintenance, and keep wood well protected against being damaged by … Read more
Carpenters’ pencils are tools used to mark wood and are usually made of wood with a graphite core often known as the “lead.” These pencils are used to clearly mark visible lines on almost all types of surfaces regardless of the material or the presence of grain. Lines and shapes are marked into it and … Read more
The basement offers the perfect living space for a guest room, den, or activity room. However, the basement is not connected to the same HVAC system that serves your home. This means it can get quite cold in your basement during the winter. One method to solve this situation is by adding a wood-burning stove. … Read more
Do you have furniture that is starting to show wear and tear? Are the hinges starting to get stuck? Do the screws start to come out? Well, do not worry. There is a good chance that your furniture needs a new coat of paint. Or there is a better option to try powder coating for … Read more