Woodworking

Available in clear, white or beige, plastic shelf lock supports for cabinets can be challenging to work with if you want to reposition the shelf or remove the shelf from the cabinet. The shelf...

Get tips on how to reface a kitchen cabinet.

How to build a wood counter-top

A pair of saw horses is ok for small jobs or for use in certain applications, but they often fall short of the need for something more practical, something with a little larger work surface. The...

Need to cut a few miter joints but don't have a miter saw? Renting miter saws aren't that expensive but can be a pain to lug back and forth. Small projects or even just a couple of miter cuts are...

Have some holes in some wood. Need it repaired. It's a lot easier then you think. Once it fixed, you'll be able to paint, stain, and hang stuff from it again.

In this article I will walk you through the three steps involved in removing a wood stain from wood. It can be tricky if you don't know what you're doing, but if you read this article first,...

If you are like me and you first inclination is to tackle most projects yourself, you learn fast that any job will go better with the proper tools. A power miter saw is one item that every...

Dry rot on wood is a problem that should be dealt with immediately to prevent further wood decay. Dry rot can continue to spread anywhere there is moisture and exposed wood. This can be seen...

Do you have wood trim that has deep nicks or scratches and you are wondering how to repair it? This article will show you step by step how to repair those nicks and scratches.

Sometimes screw holes in wood become damaged and no longer allow the the screw to grab and perform its job. Sometimes you can buy a larger screw that will grab in the damaged hole. When this is...

A wood cutting board is a nice kitchen item to have but it can be expensive to buy one. For only a little work and small investment a person can make a wood cutting board. This article will...

Have you made some wood object only to find your screws seem to not go in all the way? …the head of the screws stick slightly above the wood surface? ….and you know you should be able to get the...

You know them annoying moisture rings you get on the coffee tables, end tables, dressers, and all other finished wood, and no matter how hard you try to get rid of them, they just won't go away?...

Have you ever used a pencil and made a mistake... then you tried to use the eraser and all you got was a big smear? If you have, this is how to renew the eraser. Most of the time this will happen...

If you've purchased some "naked" furniture or if you have stripped the previous finish from a piece, here are some guidelines that will help you. Preparation or "lack of", will...

How to set a row of cabinets level

For me, the best part of a furniture, cabinetry or woodworking project is the finishing! The true beauty of the wood specie is showcased with the proper finish. Some aspects of wood finishing have...

Using stain on wood is a great way to make wood look great while still showing off some of it's natural grain. Read on to learn how to Use Stain to Finish Wood

Stained wood has a special characteristically unique beauty. Staining brings out the grain of the wood, and adds a luster. Whether your tastes run from light colors to dark, they all have a...

There's an old saying that cutting and splitting your own firewood will "warm you twice"! I'm here to tell you that this is indeed true. But splitting wood with a maul need not be a...

Have you ever become frustrated when trying to drive a long fastener (nail or spike) through pieces of wood only to have it bend over, which requires pulling it back out? Me too. This simple...

Has your favorite piece of old wood furniture taken a beating? Or perhaps it has just accumulated quite a few bumps and bruises over the years. In this article you will learn quite a few helpful...

Surfacing lumber can be a challenge especially if you don't have all the tools. However, I have found a way to get around edge-jointing as long as you have a planner, good table saw, and sharp...

Ever have to sit in a chair and have someone take your boot off, well not anymore. Let the boot/shoe remover do it for you. Moreover it's great for kid's !!!

A stacked dado blade is often used to cut slots for shelves, glides, or supports in wood, but this jig and a router cut perfect fitting dados every time in only minutes.

Do you have a knife that just won't cut anymore? Follow these easy instructions and you will be back to cutting in no time!

How to cut molding to create neat corners without advanced woodworking knowledge.

This is the steps I took when I refinished my old hardwood floor in my new home that I just purchased. It was a lot easier than I thought it would be and made my home look brand new.

Almost everyone that works with wood will have a belt sander. This tool is often used by carpenters, craft makers and even commercial wood supply companies. Belt sanders are available in different...

Band saws typically come in two types of applications, vertical and horizontal. The vertical application is found in most uses that require a person to push the work piece through the running...

Contemporary log homes should not be confused with nostalgic musings of pioneer log cabins or little homes on the prairie. Today's log homes are typically constructed of locally or regionally...

Selecting varnish isn't a difficult task, but it's important to choose the right varnish for the type of wood surface you will be using it on.

Properly varnishing wood furniture is an important step in protecting wood and avoiding future complications, but many people are not aware of the necessary steps to varnish a wood surface.

Explains a way you can refinish a hardwood table top that has scratches,niks and is just worn down.

A table saw is one of the most popular pieces of woodworking equipment. A table saws has a cabinet-type base with a circular blade. The table saw blade is run by a motor and makes long, straight...

When you are doing your spring cleaning you might notice that some of your wooden tables and other furniture is looking a little shabby and worn with scratches. We aren't talking about doing...

There are several options available for making a workbench top. A couple of these are a solid top made from OSB or plywood. Another is to construct the top from several pieces of 2-by-4 lumber....

Look at the marked up wood item. If the finish was in pretty good shape before the marking, chances are the marker ink has not soaked into the wood. Apply gel toothpaste to the stain. Wait a few...

Many of the power tools found in a home or workplace shop receive their power from drive belts. Motors turn the belts that drive the tools, but when a drive belt is worn or breaks, the motor...

If you are involved in construction, landscaping or any type of building work, you know how important it can be to have pallets for moving materials. They can be used for transporting everything...

Here is an easy guide on how to use a jigsaw. A lot of us know what it is, but not how to use it. No need to just let it sit and collect dust. Learn how to use it here and then go to my article on...

Choosing the correct wood filler can repair wood to good as new with original strength.

There are as many options for building a bathroom vanity, as there are different bathrooms. I will be describing several in this article.

Repaint a mirror frame is an easy task that can be done in under a day. You will learn in this article how to prepare the frame, paint it and finish it off.

A radial arm saw needs the proper adjustments to make precise cuts. Adjustments that are left too loose allow excessive play and result in sloppy cuts. The ideal is to have clamps that lock...

If you want a straight and clean cut when you are working with wood and woodworking tools, the tools and bits must be sharp. There is nothing more frustrating than trying to make a cut with a...

Changing the color of your oak stair railing is a breeze. Don't be afraid of the designs on the newel posts; you will be able to cover them completely with the new color, and they will be like new...

There is nothing quite as satisfying as creating something out of a piece of wood using your own two hands. Working with tools such as a hand plane can make woodworking projects even more...

Antique furniture, cabinets, floors and carpentry often times contains a build up of dirt and grime. Clean your old wood without removing the protective finish and restore the piece to it's...