In our previous articles on Woodworking Finishing Basics , we discussed many types of natural finishes that one could use and also various ways in which they are commonly used. Today, we explore the…
A lazy susan – or spinning turntable – is perfect for an outdoor garden table. All your condiments, sauces and jams can be placed on the turntable for easy access to everyone sitting at the…
Metal fasteners make joining wood pieces a much less time consuming and skill-demanding task. These fasteners can be applied to your pieces in a few various ways. Some of these methods have evolved from…
Although natural oils do much to preserve the original color of the wood, they do however tend to darken the wood in most instances. For many woodworkers who have become accustomed to…
Through the progression of time, woodworkers have since moved on from traditional practices which were heavily dependant on individual skill and craftsmanship. Technology has driven the focus more on productivity and less towards craftsmanship…
Wood finishing solutions range greatly from natural oils and pastes to “flakes” and liquid waxes as well as a few other options which we may have failed to mention. In this first segment of…
When I first started to get serious about woodworking, one of the first good-quality tools I purchased was a Stanley #92 shoulder plane. Now, more than thirty years later, I still use it almost…
Previously, we have discussed the various forms of joinery and one such form of joinery we spoke about was the Mortise and Tenon. This method of joinery requires one to essentially create a rectangular crater…
The process of planing a wood piece involves flattening the surface of the wood in order to create a level surface for joinery or finishing. This task can essentially be achieved in a few…
A couple of recycled pallets, an old door, and some blankets and cushions make the perfect day bed. YOU WILL NEED: Wood pallets (ask around at garden centres and hardware stores)…
Over the years there have been many “jack of all trades” kinds of tools in woodworking. For measuring, this has been the: combination square, which was not only great for measuring but most of these…
Clean up a messy closet by hanging your ties, belts and scarves on our 3-in-1 closet organizer! All you need is a small piece of supawood or plywood and a hook. Customise your organiser to…
