Wood and boards

Douglas fir and Cedar are both popular wood choices for woodworking that are abundant naturally. Both of these softwood trees are common in lumberjacking throughout the country and are at…

Polyshades and Gel Stain, When it comes to finishing a wood-based construction, your alternatives seem to be on either end of the spectrum: classic varnishes, stain, or a more thorough…

Both Maple and Cherry wood are popular types of wood each carrying favor with woodworkers and consumers for different reasons. Both these trees are considered hardwoods but are fairly softer…

Acacia and Oak, With its outstanding practicality and unique beauty, acacia wood is often considered the best alternative to the pricey teak solid wood. It has a good texture and…

Cherry wood furniture, There’s always a lot to know about wood types when it comes to producing custom wood furniture. Cost, color, durability, and features should all be well-thought-out before…

Denatured Alcohol in Woodworking alcohol is a pretty strong solvent that is used in many industrial settings. Denatured alcohol is ethanol that has been mixed with other things to make…

Neutralize Red Tones in Wood, Red is a warm, strong, stunning color in any setup and easily overpowers all other colors around it to capture visual attention. Choosing to use…

Wood Stain Colors, So you’ve just finished staining your wood deck, took a step back, but then realized it’s just not right? Whether it came out too dark, too red,…

Beadboard and Shiplap, Some homes and commercial buildings have damp patches or spots on the walls. In such buildings, you may also notice the rising damp on the ceiling. All…