In most instances, wood is a porous material due to the fact that trees have pores that allow them to take in moisture and air. Some woods that have denser qualities are only semi-porous, which is why density is also the determining feature as to whether or not a wood piece can float on water. … Read more
When you first hear the term wood alcohol, you might wonder if it is a kind of spirit that is made out of wood. But it’s not! In simplest terms, wood alcohol is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It is also known as methyl alcohol or methanol (CH3OH). The truth is that … Read more
The sun and other external elements will always take their toll no matter where you reside. Outside wooden material may decay with time, making your outdoor space hazardous and unsightly. That’s when wood sealers come in handy. Introducing Seal-Once Marine Wood Sealer – your outdoor wooden furniture’s greatest friend. It was created for use near … Read more
A butcher block (also called butcher’s block) is a specific type of wood surface for kitchen tables, countertops, or islands that is similar to cutting surfaces found in butcher shops. Simply put, it’s a kind of heavy-duty chopping block typically laminated with hardwood. Staining, sealing, and refinishing your wooden butcher block countertop not only keep … Read more
If you are looking for a hand tool that can provide a clean, smooth finish on your cabinet’s wood, then the cabinet scraper is the tool of choice. A cabinet scraper (also called ‘card scraper’) is a simple yet powerful tool used to remove unwanted materials from a wooden surface while shaping, smoothening, and finishing … Read more
A roof of a house may be more complicated than you might imagine. This is because roofs consist of more than what you can see from the outside. A roof batten is one term that you may not be familiar with as well. A roof consists of a layer of material that is used to … Read more
Sometimes known as hardboard siding, Masonite siding is an inexpensive option for siding that became popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Masonite siding was manufactured out of wood fibers that were kept together with resin or glue using a compression and heat process. The benefits of Masonite siding made it a common choice … Read more
Car siding is a popular type of siding used for interior and exterior applications. It comes in a variety of different styles, from tongue-and-groove patterns to reversible patterns. Car siding has a V-groove found in the middle of the board, and the board is usually around one inch by eight inches. Because of that V-groove … Read more
Sometimes called acrylic glass, Plexiglass is the most commonly used trademarked term for a strong plastic that is transparent and quite versatile. Plexiglass can be used in various projects made from wood as an alternative to traditional glass, like creating boat and shed windows, displaying cabinets, and installing secondary glazing. Flexibility is a major advantage … Read more
Glue and similar adhesives have been used to bind different materials together for hundreds of years. Certain glues are better for specific projects, as most glue is designed to bind together similar materials, like metal to metal or wood to wood. When gluing wood to metal, you may wonder what the best adhesive to use … Read more