Craftsmanship

MDF is one of the quickest growing alternatives to lumber for furniture making and cabinetry. It’s pocket-friendly, accessible, easy to work, and looks great painted. However, while MDF is stable…

Fabric seems like it would be an easy material to work with because it’s so flexible. You can lay it however you need to and shape it to fit your…

Wood glue is a simple and reliable way to create a strong bond between pieces of wood. Woodworking novices wonder how you can get the best result from wood glue. …

Everyone likes to change things up now and then. Adding a new coat of paint or getting new furniture in your home can make the whole house feel brand new. …

Resin is a popular and fun crafting material, and it has a lot of versatile applications. However, beginners may find resin intimidating to work with, and it can also be…

Hand-crafted wood furniture and decorative pieces are often expensive due to the large amount of work and time that go into them. Woodworkers spend hours cutting, sanding, joining, and finishing…

You might know the name padauk by the splash it makes in the carpentry world. Known for its durability and beautifully marbled grain, it’s becoming quite popular for all kinds…

If you asked around for a utility wood recommendation, poplar is likely to be a favored response. It is a top wood in the United States loved for its availability,…

We can all unanimously agree that wood oils make fantastic finishes for wood pieces of all kinds. They are not just nourishing, protective, and preserving, but they also enhance the…

Anyone with basic woodworking experience must be familiar with teak oil as a fantastic wood finish. It not only enhances and maintains the fresh look and authentic color of natural…