A well-built fireplace with a roaring fire is all that we want to enjoy on a chilling winter evening. Especially when the family, friends, or guests are over, and you want to have a good time together in the festive season without worrying about that harsh cold weather. You are already lucky enough to have … Read more
Lowe’s, Walmart, and Home Depot are all the most popular go-to places for many people in the U.S. – when it comes to construction materials and home renovation products, including lumber. Because some of them have offered free pallets and wood in the past, you might be wondering if you can still get free pallets … Read more
A palm nailer is a pneumatic tool that is used to drive nails into wood. Palm nailers are typically used by carpenters and other construction workers to speed up the process of nailing boards together. Unlike regular nail guns, palm nailers are designed to be held in the palm of your hand, which gives them … Read more
For those who are just starting as a woodworker, finding the right tools can be quite challenging. Whether you are an amateur looking to create a hobby or a professional stepping up their business output, getting what you need can be quite confusing. That is certainly the case with saws. With so many on the … Read more
Bird poop on surfaces like glass, plastic, or metal is relatively easy. But if it’s on porous surfaces such as wood, brick, or concrete, it can be more difficult to clean. If you have bird poop on your wooden deck, the best way to remove it is by using vinegar and water solution. Mix equal … Read more
In general, you’ll need between two and five bundles of wood every day for your campfire. A typical wood bundle will contain 4-6 pieces of firewood which are anywhere between 0.75-1 cubic foot. And if you are planning for only a one-day trip, you’ll need 2-5 such bundles. However, if you want to have a … Read more
You’ve just bought a new house, and you’re in the process of fixing it up. You’ve been going through some old boxes in the attic, and you find a bunch of nails. You’re not sure what they’re for, but you know you need a nail gun to use them. But which kind? A framing nailer … Read more
Suppose you need to hang a wooden cabinet on your garage wall; you may wonder how you should go about securing wood to concrete without having to drill into it. If you need to screw something into a concrete wall or floor, this can be difficult as you must ensure that the screws have enough … Read more
Otherwise called wood strapping or furring board, furring strips are narrow pieces of lumber that are commonly used for a number of exterior and interior construction projects. They are usually employed to make a level plane upon which you can make space for insulation or lay flat materials to prevent dampness. Basically, they prepare a … Read more
Wipe-on poly is a kind of polyurethane that has been pre-thinned and wiped on easily. Unlike other kinds of this material, it should be applied using a lint-free cloth because it’s too thin of a material to be efficiently applied using a roller or a brush. Beyond that, using wipe-on poly is supposed to provide … Read more