All about painting, staining, varnishing, refinishing, and protecting your interior as well as exterior wood items.
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
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
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
The chalk paint finish is fun to work with and is getting much more popular due to the distressed finish it provides. But unless the surface is anything that’s not going to be touched or moved frequently, you will need to wax it to avoid getting damaged and scratched. However, the problem here is that … Read more
Understanding the way to get chalk paint off of wood can help you eliminate excess or thick layers of paint or even paint splatters. While applying chalk paint is a fun activity, it can be a headache to get rid of if you don’t have the right tools at hand. Below, we will take a … Read more
If you’re like most rifle owners, you take great pride in your weapon. You clean and maintain it meticulously, and you store it in a safe place when not in use. But even the most careful owner can eventually run into problems with their rifle’s wooden stock. The finish may start to wear off, or … Read more
Cornhole is a game played with two teams of two players. The object of the game is to score points by throwing bean bags at a raised platform with a hole in the center. The team that scores the most points in a set period of time wins the game. While playing the cornhole boards … Read more
If you’re like me, you love your furry friend more than anything and want to make sure their home is perfect. That’s why I was so excited when I received a wooden dog kennel from my dearest friend for Christmas. I immediately went to the internet to try and find the best paint to use … Read more
Shou Sugi Ban is the latest trend in home exterior design. But what is it? Shou Sugi Ban (literally “burnt cedar board”) is a Japanese method of charring wood. The process not only gives the wood a beautiful, dark finish but also makes it more durable and resistant to rot. While the technique has traditionally … Read more