Tips & Ideas

Woodcarving is a gratifying art that asks for much expertise and time to be excellent. If you’re only beginning or have been doing it for years, it’s an excellent way to spend your time productively while also honing your skills. With enough practice, learning how to carve wood with a tool like Dremel will become … Read more

Because dressers have been in homes for centuries, they seem like an obvious choice. So obvious is the fact that many people are not aware of the alternatives. But you may ask why you need one. The answer may be that you do not, but it is important to consider what a dresser brings to … Read more

Most of the time, people don’t understand where to start when they just bought a wood lathe and are eager to begin creating some small lathe projects. If the same is the case with you, this guide will surely help you. It contains woodturning project ideas for beginners that will give you a head start … Read more

Carpentry as a profession is a very old one, but it is also a very versatile one. A carpenter can work in different types of settings, from residential to industrial and everything in between. And with increasing demand in this industry, it’s becoming one of the most lucrative and profitable professions worldwide. No matter what … Read more

Have you been dealing with noisy floorboards in your upstairs recently? I understand I have been in the same situation many times, and I know how annoying and embarrassing squeaky floorboards can be. But you should not be. No matter what, there are some simple DIY solutions that can help eliminate those irritating noises. In … Read more

A do-it-yourself lover will often see sap coming from a deck. You could be walking on a deck on a hot summer day and have your shoes stuck to the deck. Most likely, using inexpensive wood to build the deck that was not given enough time to sit for the sap to dry before construction … 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

Wooden bowls in our kitchen are one of the most used pieces of equipment. And while they’re sturdy and last long, they are not immune to wear and tear. Over time, repeated use can cause bowls to crack, especially if they’re made of thinner wood. Wooden bowls can also get cracked or chipped while turning … Read more

A backyard gazebo heated with a fireplace sounds to be the best idea to make it more comfortable and inviting. You can spend colder evenings outside with your family or friends if you have a reliable source of heat. But is it safe to use a fire pit under the wooden gazebo in the first … Read more

Wood-boring beetles are one of the most common pests that attack homes. These beetles are attracted to wood, which is their primary food source. They bore into wood, making tunnels as they go. These tunnels can weaken and damage the wood, making it structurally unsound. Fortunately, there are several ways to prevent wood-boring beetles from … Read more