Tag Archives: Woodworking

Hickory is a hardwood that is milled from a variety of trees all commonly grouped under one umbrella and sold as hickory. […]

Types of the mortise and tenon joint have been used for centuries by woodworkers because of their combination of superior strength and […]

The half-lap joint is where half of each of the two boards being joined is removed, so that the two boards join […]

Most woodworking projects require some gluing-up. With the variety of glues on the market, how should you know which one is right […]

Finding stylish dog accessories that work with your home’s decor can be a challenge. This simple DIY elevated dog feeder will keep […]

I know what you’re thinking: “Another opinion on how to cut dovetails.” I hear you. But this one’s different. I promise. No […]

Instead of using paint, Japanese Yosegi decorations are made out of natural fine grains and textures of wood. First, timbers are cut […]

A table saw is probably not the first power tool that comes to mind when you think of craftsmanship, artistry, and woodworking. […]

Before there were complex wood glues and screws, Japanese craftsmen used a series of interlocking joints to connect wood for structures and […]

Wood pieces can enhance a home’s beauty and style so powerfully. The right wood, or wood stain, can make a huge difference […]

French Polish is a finish commonly found on antique furniture. It is often mistakenly referred to as a substance to be applied […]

Pine is among the most common species of softwood available in home centers today. When woodworking with pine, there are many species […]

This comfy, stay-cool tree bench has room for the entire family. To build it, Mark Powers chose a specially impregnated and thermally […]

It’s a good thing that so many plastic patio chairs are designed to stack, and the aluminum ones fold up flat. That […]

This simple Picnic Folding Stool  made from two pieces of dimensional pine can help solve seating shortages at your next gathering – and […]

Outdoor woodworking projects such as patio or furniture present a problem that isn’t encountered when building projects that will be kept indoors: […]

Cedar raised beds make gardening easier, more accessible, more economical, and more efficient. But often a cedar raised beds can cost hundreds […]

Pocket joints are nothing more than a screw that is driven diagonally through one board into another. Pocket joints are very similar […]

The butt joint is the most basic woodworking joint, where two pieces of wood are butted together (most often at a right […]

There are many great reasons why every woodworker should learn how to use food-safe wood finishes. Many wood finishes contain toxic drying […]

How to Resurface Cracked & Splintered Wood Decks Because it faces the rain and sun, the surface of a wood deck usually […]

Beautiful Wooden Swings The warmer seasons are coming so you know what time it is. Getting ready to spend more time in […]

In this tutorial I will show you how to build a bench and a couple side tables. However, in the video tutorial […]

This classic backyard playground is made partly from a kit and partly from lumber you find and cut yourself. Follow these plans […]

Using a dado joint is a very functional and strong method for connecting two pieces of stock. Once you learn how to […]

Choosing the right wood for a home improvement project can be tricky for experienced woodworkers and novice DIYers alike. Luckily, knowing a […]