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Choosing the right sandpaper for the right job is not easy and requires you to understand the surface that will be finished. […]

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 […]

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

You’ve invested in a piece or set of outdoor wood furniture, and you want to make sure it lasts for several years. […]

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

Teak is unique because it produces its own natural oil that makes it very low maintenance in comparison to other types of […]

The benefits and rewards of owning leather furniture are numerous. Leather upholstery is natural, durable, and looks good as the focal point […]

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

Of all dovetail joints, the sliding dovetail may be the least well-known, particularly among relative newcomers to woodworking. However, the sliding dovetail […]

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