Category: Wood For Woodwork
This category is all about wood for woodwork and explains all of the different types of wood you may come across. It covers everything from real wood to man-made woods such as MDF and plywood.
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Which Woods Can Be Stained To Look Like Walnut?
When it comes to staining wood, there are many options to choose from. You can stain it to look like oak, maple, cherry, or any other type of wood you like. But what if you want to stain your wood to look like walnut? This can be a challenge because walnut is a unique type…
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Ultimate Walnut Table Top Thickness – Dining Table Must Do’s
Just last month, I was commissioned to build a walnut dining table for a family friend and they asked me how thick the top would be. I thought this was a great question as thickness brings not only strength but character. I’ve put together this informative guide to help you make the right decisions for…
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Is MDF Or Plywood Best For Router Table? The Facts!
Setting up a router table is a serious task, and following the schematics down to the detail is crucial, especially if you have never set up a table saw or a router table before. But what if the plans don’t mention the type of wood to use as your work surface? I had the same…
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Is OSB Or Plywood Best To Build Your Deer Blind? Tested!
Deer are not the brightest animals, but they are very sensitive to motion and sounds. If they happen to be your game of choice, you definitely need a deer blind before you hunt them. And two of the most accessible options happen to be wood boards that get compared very often. And I have used…
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How To Dry Wet Wood Fast! Proven Techniques
When it rains, it pours. And when it pours, wood gets wet and your work stops. Or does it? In 20 years of woodworking, my lumber and I have seen many showers of rain. Initially, I had to wait half a month for the lumber to dry, but then I discovered a few techniques that…
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How Strong Is MDF and What Its Limits Are
MDF is a heavy wood board type that can pass for plywood to a novice. This fiberboard is practically used in most plywood and plywood-adjacent applications, including floating shelves. But MDF shelves are obviously not as strong as plywood ones. With a recent project I completed, I want to share my knowledge and my findings…