Working with Hardwood

Types of Wood Best For Furniture Making
Josh Kou

Types of Wood Best For Furniture Making

Wood is one of the earth's most versatile natural materials, used for anything from construction to cutlery. That wood is...

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Lumber Defects Explained - Causes and Effects
Josh Kou

Lumber Defects Explained - Causes and Effects

What are some common lumber defects? Well, there are seemingly endless terms to describe irregularities and flaws in a piece...

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Best Woodworking Projects for Beginners
Josh Kou

Best Woodworking Projects for Beginners

Woodworking looks intimidating, but there are plenty of woodworking projects for beginners that will build your confidence and create stunning,...

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image of person painting their wood countertop with a gloss finish
Ellyn Kou

Wood Countertops: Choosing the Right Finish

Explore expert tips for selecting the perfect finish for wood countertops, ensuring durability and enhancing aesthetics effortlessly

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Image of plank of lumber being measured by a tape measurer to calculate board feet
Ellyn Kou

How to Calculate Board Feet the Easy Way

Simplify lumber calculations with easy-to-follow tips. Master board feet calculation effortlessly for your woodworking projects.

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freshly stained home deck made of cedar wood
Ellyn Kou

Is Cedar a Hardwood?

Discover if cedar is a hardwood, its unique properties, and benefits for woodworking projects in our detailed guide.

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How to Store Lumber Safely - Expert Tips
Josh Kou

How to Store Lumber Safely - Expert Tips

If you’ve ordered lumber for an important project, you’ll need to have somewhere to store it! Ideally, you should think...

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Wood vs Plastic Cutting Board
Ellyn Kou

Wood vs Plastic Cutting Boards: Which is Better?

One of the easiest ways to embrace eco-friendly living in your kitchen is to switch from plastic to wood cutting...

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wooden box connected by box joints
Ellyn Kou

How to Cut Box Joints: Easy Step-by-Step

Learn about box joints, a sturdy woodworking joint for right angles, and how to cut them by hand or with...

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