As you might guess, a wood drill bit is designed to create holes in wood. The bits are made not to damage the wood when making the holes. Masonry bits may be designed for brick and stone, but they can also be used for drilling rough holes into timber if needed. It will, however, take … Read more
The introduction of machines or devices to complement hand tools has dramatically improved the speed and efficiency of woodworking. The radial arm saw was a popular selection for carpentry workers thanks to its power, versatility, and speed. A radial arm saw can be used to quickly cut and shape wooden pieces for woodworking. But what … Read more
Polyester resins are highly popular in a wide variety of projects. From being in swimming pools and ponds to model making to building boats, you can find this material used in many different applications. This includes Duroplaste, which are fiber composites. These should, however, not be confused with thermoplastics because they are not pliable in … Read more
Wood beams add that touch of class to rooms. They are not only quite attractive, but they can also add to the value of the home as well. However, if you have rough, unfinished wood beams or ones that need to be re-stained or refurbished, you will need the right tools and supplies for the … Read more
Only recently have bamboo utensils become well-known around the world. While many people use stainless steel utensils, the advantages of bamboo have made them a popular consideration for many households. This is because they offer some advantages that wood or stainless-steel utensils simply do not offer. But is bamboo really better than stainless steel? It … Read more
In most circumstances, covering baseboard heaters is a bad idea. In fact, it can be dangerous to do so unless you are investing in and using professionally-made wooden baseboard heater covers. Every year, there are homes around the world that either burn down or suffer serious damage. That all started when the homeowner covered their … Read more
When you hear of a wooden float, you might think of a parade where vehicles support stages and elaborate decorations. But there is another type of float that makes for an excellent tool when smoothing out a plaster. Crafted from wood, plastic, and rubber, although some floats will substitute metal for wood, the float is … Read more
There are many things to learn when you start woodworking. One of them is learning how to cut a square hole into a piece of wood. It’s an essential part of woodworking as it helps you make proper joints. Not only for joints but there are various other instances where you may need to cut … Read more
It happens to many of us when getting ready to paint or refinish furniture that we realize it is a laminate surface. This means that using traditional paints or stains becomes problematic because they will not penetrate the surface like real wood. Yet you want to keep the laminate intact. And this is where you … Read more
Cuprinol wood preserver is a colorless clear product that allows you to protect your outdoor wood furniture and structures like sheds, fences, and others from the external elements. Providing deep penetrating protection also prevents the wood from decaying and getting attacked by molds, fungi, and insects. Not to mention, these wood preservatives also help in … Read more