You come across an old, rotting piece of wood on your property. You know that if you don’t take care of it soon, the rot will spread, and the wood will eventually crumble. You could try to restore it yourself, but you’re not sure how. Luckily, there is a product that can help: wood hardener. … Read more
If you’ve ever stepped out onto your deck on a warm day only to find sticky spots clinging to your shoes, you’ve met one of wood’s most stubborn little habits—sap. It’s nature’s way of protecting the tree, but once that wood becomes your deck boards, that slow, shiny ooze can quickly turn a beautiful outdoor … Read more
In the days when wood was the primary building material for ships, housing, and other structures, the connection of the wood planks or panels presented issues with allowing water to seep inside. To counteract that possibility, different types of joint designs were created to seal such gaps and create a waterproof hull, wall, or ceiling. … Read more
You will find the wood joint used in many different applications of woodworking. This is the art of shaping and combining wood pieces that are secured by wood glue. The two pieces are put together with the wood glue used as an adhesive. Followed by the clamping of the joint for a specific time frame. … Read more
Every woodworker knows how important it is to have the right tools for the job. The J-Roller is one such must-have tool when it comes to installing wall planks. This product ensures that pressure is applied evenly across the entire plank, thus providing maximum adhesion. During the process, this is an important step to ensure … Read more
Sometimes called landscape timber, landscape lumber is a product used to fashion raised beds and retaining walls, edging, and steps. The lumber must be properly secured to the ground to ensure that the feature remains stable for a long time. This often means multiple layers of wood that are connected or fastened together to increase … Read more
Used for many thousands of years as construction material, lumber is still a mainstay of many housings, commercial, and structural construction. Until relatively recently, specific sizes of wood were cut straight from the lumber and customized to the project at hand. However, the creation of dimensional lumber changed all that, making the construction process far … Read more
Finding the right urethane topcoat for your boat may spell the difference between proper protection and vulnerability to the elements. Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 both have strong reputations for providing ample protection. Among the two most popular Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 products for boats and other fiberglass surfaces, which one is right for you will … Read more
Teak has been used for centuries in boat building and today is most often seen as boat decking. However, the wood still needs the proper treatment in order to maintain its benefits along with its appearance. So, one question that arises is whether to use teak oil or teak sealer to protect the wood. Understanding what … Read more
Both roofs and flooring need support to remain stable and to handle loads such as people, furniture, and items. While many think of using dimensional lumber for support, a popular alternative is to use TJI joists. TJI® joists (or Trus joist) are engineered floor joists designed to resist twisting, shrinking, and warping, reducing squeaks and … Read more