DIY & Repair

Sanding spindles can be both a meticulous art and a rewarding task in woodworking. From intricate staircases to elegant furniture pieces, spindles add a touch of craftsmanship and charm to any project. In this article, we delve into the art of sanding spindles, exploring techniques, tools, and tips that elevate your woodworking prowess. Whether you’re…

Welcome to the delightful world of wood engraving, where creativity meets craftsmanship! Picture yourself wielding fine tools, carving intricate designs, and breathing life into humble pieces of timber. Wood engraving is more than just a skill—it’s an art form that connects us to tradition while allowing for boundless innovation. In this article, we’ll embark on…

Understanding the cost of tree removal is essential for property and land management. Prices vary widely based on the tree’s size, type, and condition, as well as accessibility and potential risks. Safety precautions and potential property damage prevention are crucial and add to the cost, which includes felling the tree, stump removal, and debris disposal….

Learning how to paint particle board surfaces is a great way to change the look of outdated furniture. While particle board is cheap, it can quickly become expensive if you are constantly buying new furniture. Below, we will take a closer look at the process of painting particle board and how you can do the…

Knowing how to cut screws will be an incredibly helpful skill to have when tackling more DIY tasks down the line. Sure, you could make a trip to the hardware store, but you will not always have the time for that and it could also break your repair rhythm, which is incredibly inconvenient. Instead, you…

Fire has many uses, from keeping us warm to cooking our food, but they can be tough to make. If you’re having trouble making a fire, or finding a fire structure that suits your needs, we’ve prepared a list of fire structures you can use for every occasion. So, without any further ado let’s have…

Warped wood can be extremely challenging to repair especially when you don’t know what caused it to happen, but this is by no means the end of the road for your precious floorboards or favorite piece of furniture, if you don’t have a clue about how to fix warped wood, let us have a look…

Understanding how to fix nail pops is one of the most valuable skills you can add to your DIY arsenal to ensure you can achieve a uniform-looking wall. However, you should also have a clear understanding of what causes nail pops and how different types of nail pops need to be addressed. Join us as…

Wood filler is one of the easiest ways to repair damage to a wooden workpiece, but many are unsure of its limitations. Can you screw into wood filler? What are the weight tolerances? Will the repair last? These are all excellent questions to ask when your workpiece in on the line. That being said, let’s…

Sawdust isn’t something that most of us think about. After all, once you have cut and sanded your workpiece, sawdust is just the residual material that either gets scooped into the garbage pile or sucked up into a shop vacuum. However, sawdust is actually quite useful and is one of the most sustainable resources we…

You have undoubtedly heard about PVA adhesive, but it is likely by another name. Elmer’s glue, school glue, white glue, and wood glue are all different names for the same thing, and you have more than likely used it before. But what is PVA glue, and why is it such a popular option for home…

Hardwood floors are generally seen as a high-end addition to any home. They’re often coveted by homeowners, and homes that come prefinished with hardwood floors can sell at a premium. However, if hardwood floors aren’t maintained correctly,  they can quickly become a breeding ground for cracks, mold, insect infestation, and overall decay. Buffing your hardwood…

Marble countertops seem to be all the rage right now, but there’s something about the simplicity and elegance of a wooden countertop that remains timeless, despite the advent of materials like engineered wood and resin composites. Wooden countertops have a way of making a space feel cozy and rustic, so let’s have a look at…

Wood-burning is a fun and relaxing art medium, where you can take a piece of wood, and together with some special wood-burning tools and a great idea, you can burn amazing designs onto a piece of wood. If you want to start wood-burning for the first time, it may be a little intimidating, but in…

No matter what woodworking project you find yourself doing, the chances are that you’ll find yourself having to sand the surface of your workpiece. Thankfully, there are various grits of sandpaper for you to choose from, and even power sanders to help you along with really big projects. However, there is one surface prep tool…

Hobbies are a great way to develop a skill, meet new people, and of course, have some fun! Some people enjoy hiking outdoors, drawing, painting, working on cars, and even combat sports like mixed martial arts. Lately, one of the most popular hobbies that people seem to be getting into is wood crafting. The art…

Have you ever found a piece of wooden flooring that you just wanted everywhere in your home? If you have, it’s completely understandable! After all, some of the most beautiful and hard-wearing wood species in the world are used to create flooring boards. With that being said, you might have asked yourself, “can I put…

It might seem like a fairly straightforward task to drill a screw into wood, but it can go horribly wrong pretty quickly. Knowing the characteristics of the type of wood you’re working with, in addition to what type of screws work best with it, is important. For this reason, we’ve created a short tutorial detailing…

It is probably easy to find used or discarded wooden crates. Wooden crates are quite sturdy and easy enough to work with, which makes them a popular crafting material. You can find tons of wooden crate decorating ideas on Pinterest and the internet. To help you with the amazing crate decorating ideas that are out…

Even in an age where every last tree counts toward making a difference in the climate crisis, sometimes felling a tree is necessary. However, if you don’t have the equipment to tear a tree out at the roots, the chances are that you’ll have to chop it down, in which case you will be left…

Minimalistic aesthetics have been extremely popular in recent years, and while they reduce clutter and make spaces feel more open and accessible, they can also make spaces feel a bit bland and empty. One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways of livening up these spaces is to install wood accents. There are tons of…

Wood crafting has been around for a really long time, thousands of years to be exact, and we’ve used wood as a medium to create a number of furnishings, shelters, jewelry, beds, and even vehicles. There are hundreds of other types of wood-crafting projects that can be made by both professional crafters and those that…

No matter to what extent you want to improve your outdoors wooden surface, it is essential to keep the best exterior fillers by your side. The reason you would need deck filler would be to eliminate any flaws on your deck. Once any imperfections are spotted, an outdoor wooden filler can immediately be applied to…

This article will discuss the best wood filler options for your DIY projects. This means that you will be saying goodbye to the problems of rotten or cracked wood. Learn how to use an epoxy wood filler for wood repairs, since it is a cheaper method of restoring wood. You will be able to do…

When working with wood, you may often find yourself needing to adhere two pieces of wood together or bond wood with another material. One option to achieve this is to use a wood glue. There is an assortment of wood glue options available on the market. This guide will assist you in understanding the properties…

Unexpected surprises make life exciting, but they can also leave you scratching your head, trying to figure out how these things happen. This rings especially true in the constructing and crafting industries, particularly when you discover holes in a wall you’re refinishing. The process of replacing drywall or having part of a wall replaced is…

Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) looks and smells like wood. But does it glue like wood? Most artists swear that it is quite hard to work with. It is a cheap hardwood material that is made up of glue or resin and wood fibers. It is technically not wood, although it smells, feels, and looks just…

You might have decided that it is time to update your floors, and wish to install stunning hardwood floors. The next step is to select what type and wood finish you desire, and you need to determine if you will be tackling the job yourself. The final decision is how you plan to secure it…

There are so many glue variations on the market, it is nearly impossible for anyone who is not a professional to know which glue is best suited for which task. Imagine your child’s favorite wooden chair that she sits on with all her toys on for tea parties in her bedroom has broken, or your…

In modern manufacturing and materials science, more and more research is done on developing materials and substances that can make our lives easier. One area of innovation with a surprisingly significantly impact on our lives involves adhesives. New types of glues with increasingly effective adhesive qualities have removed many limitations in the world of woodwork,…

Trees, like any other living thing, have evolved over millions of years to protect themselves and anything in their immediate environment that is essential for their survival. Their root systems are strong and vast, granting them a ridiculous amount of leverage and stability, much more than almost any other type of plant. This is why…

These days, there are various hobbies that you can choose from. You could try resin casting, fabric arts, or even painting. However, all of these hobbies require an array of specialized equipment that you could end up paying a pretty penny for. If you’re looking for a hobby that will allow you to be as…

Wood is one of the most abundant natural resources on the face of the planet, despite factors like climate change and deforestation. It’s also one of the few resources we have that are virtually infinitely reusable, so it should come as no surprise that both we and our forefathers have been using wood for quite…

Back in the day, having wooden furnishings was a sign of poverty compared to those who could have all of their big, fancy furnishings made of masonry. Times have changed though, and these days, having solid wood furniture is sort of a status symbol, but beyond this, there are more reasons as to why you’d…

While there are many craft mediums out there for you to choose from, wood crafting is still one of the most popular and easiest to get into. Although, when most people think of wood-crafting their minds conjure up pictures of intricate cabinetry, desks, tables, chairs, and even installation art pieces. Wood crafting doesn’t have to…

Fences are a great way to ensure that you and your family are safe, to mark property lines, and make sure your dog doesn’t go about doing its business on your neighbor’s lawn. They can be made out of plenty of different materials too, and depending on what your budget, preference, and needs are you…

While there are loads of ways for you to place pictures onto a workpiece, one of the most tried and true ways of doing so is to simply transfer a picture. This is especially true when your workpiece is made of wood as it tends to take to the transfer process a lot better than…

Not all of us are professional woodworkers or have the tools needed to pull off a professional woodworking project. If you’re a fan of the woodwork and enjoy the odd weekend DIY project, then you likely enjoy small woodworking projects that you can complete in an afternoon or a weekend if you’re not too busy….

We’ve all seen the headline-grabbing articles telling us that kids are spending way too much time on their phones and/or playing those accursed video games, but in reality, most kids are pretty well-balanced little humans who have a lot more self-awareness than most of us give them credit for. This being said, there are loads…

Doors are something we use so often but don’t really think about until we walk into them, or until someone accidentally closes one on our fingers. It’s also at least partially due to them not needing much tending to, at least not very often. This does beg the question though, what happens when a door…

While most of us appreciate our furniture in visual and everyday functional terms, we rarely consider how they were put together. There is actually a lot of time and effort that goes into the creation of all our furnishings, and the manner of their construction can be an instant clue to the quality of an…

Wood is often exposed to decay, rot, divots, cracks, and holes – whether through an accident or general wear and tear. If you want to enjoy a long lifespan from your wood, then you will probably need to apply a wood filler at some stage. The best wood filler can be used to fix and…

As a DIY enthusiast, esteemed hobbyist, or just an every now and then crafter, you are likely to come across polyurethane at some point along the way. So, learning how to work with polyurethane and in particular, how to clean polyurethane, or how to remove polyurethane from wood, is a question that many have been…

Are you looking for hardwood flooring at a fraction of the cost? How about adding a rustic cabin-in-the-woods type charm to that living room or man-cave? Sure, pallets may not have a consistent grain pattern and be free from knots, but they can offer durable and truly unique-looking wood flooring. With the correct guidance, DIY…

There are numerous reasons why people want to remove paint from a wooden surface in their homes. It may be an old wooden floor that shows lots of wear and tear, a beautiful antique piece of furniture covered in old varnish, or walls and doors that have multiple layers of different colors and types of…

If you think interior decorating can be a headache, reinforcing the exterior of your home can be downright brutal. Where usually you would choose where to place your furniture, or which color you’d like to paint your bedroom, your enemies when doing exterior renovations are wildlife, the elements, and adverse weather conditions. Houses are not…

Beautiful hardwood floors can get damaged by your everyday wear and tear. Anything from walking in heels to moving furniture around can be a problem, causing damages from light scratches to deeper gouges. Removing scratches from hardwood floors might only require some basic repairs, however, the method for hardwood floor scratch repairs is dependent on…

What is a cord of wood? During those cold winter months, most of us want to curl up in an armchair and let the warmth of a fireplace come over us while we watch the snowfall. The only problem is that fires typically need wood to burn, and if you aren’t careful you could get…

Each one of us most likely has a permanent marker lying somewhere around the house. Whether you use the permanent marker, or your kids get hold of it, you might find yourself sitting with marks on your wood or other surfaces. Thankfully, there are a few methods that can help you to remove permanent marker…

You may have an outdoor space like a wooden deck or patio where you can enjoy the sun and entertain your family and friends. This space might need wooden tables and chairs or a bench, however, you need to take into consideration that wood patio furniture will be outside all the time. This does not…

Attaching wood to glass does not have to be a horribly complicated task at all! If you have ever had the need to repair a window to a wooden frame, or perhaps set a mirror, you will want to have the correct tools and the right knowledge. The process is actually fairly simple provided you…

The process of distressing wood requires a little creativity, a certain sense of adventure, and a willingness to experiment. If you dive into a distressed wood project with this in mind, you are guaranteed to be extremely satisfied with the rustic, aged look you can achieve as well as the way your finished piece contributes…

A patch or two of mold in the back of your closet may look harmless. Out of sight, out of mind, right? Household mold can not only ruin the surface of your wooden furniture and walls but can also negatively affect human health. Removing the appearance of mold from walls and furniture is one thing,…

If you are an avid crafter or enjoy home projects, you will probably have accidentally spilled some hot glue. Fortunately, it is always possible to remove the hot glue from a range of surfaces, you just need the know-how. Depending on the surface, be it wood, plastic, fabric, skin, or carpet, you will use a…

Which adhesive you should use can be a difficult decision to make as there are a variety of different glues available in the market. To select the correct adhesive, determine what type of surfaces are you using and your overall requirements. A lot of crafters want to know which is better than Gorilla Glue or…

The appeal of rustic-looking wood is something we are all familiar with. It is the lived-in, shabby chic look that most homeowners are trying to achieve. Usually, this weathered down look takes years to achieve as the wood is exposed to the elements and daily wear and tear. Unfortunately, we do not always have years…

What do you imagine when you think of white-washed wood? Maybe a farm setting in an old barn or the furniture in a vintage kitchen. White-washed wood offers a clean yet rustic and textured look to the wood. This is a great technique to enhance the wood grain and allows the beauty of the wood…

Your home is a place where your family, friends, and others live or come visit regularly. Wooden surfaces in your home are bound to experience some wear and tear, where scratches or small marks can become visible over time. So, do you have to strip down the wood surface and spend a lot of money…

Nothing lasts forever, including your wood deck. Decks will begin to show signs of wear and tear as years pass. People walk over the deck every day, and UV rays shine down and penetrate the stain, which could cause cracking. There is also mildew and other damages that can occur. Eventually, you will want to…

Times have changed. Gone are the days where you would buy hundreds of nails and bolts at the hardware store to attach metal to wood. In this day and age, thanks to science and chemistry, you do not have to worry about those problems anymore. Various companies and brands have specially formulated excellent adhesives to…

Wooden furniture is an elegant and beautiful addition to any home. However, it can be quickly marred and damaged by things like hot items being placed onto it. Wooden furniture is attractive and durable and can remain so if unused. There are wooden items you use extensively every day, however, and these are often prone…

Wood is a widely versatile material from which art objects and furniture that you use on a daily basis are made. Aside from being the best product, wood has its own disadvantages. Wood ages and can rot when exposed to moisture. There are quite a number of ways in which you can stabilize your wood to…

The term “pyrography” stems from the Greek words pur (fire) and graphos (writing), and can therefore be translated to mean “writing with fire”. This is exactly what pyrography entails, as wood burning art has been in existence since the discovery of fire. Today, people around the world are creating their own pieces of wood burning…

A popular DIY trend amongst homeowners across the globe is that of revamping their countertops and surfaces with epoxy resin. The use of epoxy resin in a variety of colors and patterns on your countertops offers a stylish and cost-effective means of refurbishing your furniture. You will not have to worry about how much does…

Epoxy resin is such a versatile product that it can be used for a variety of projects. One of the favorite uses of epoxy, is to merge it with wood. You can easily use epoxy resin to seal the wood and make durable repairs to your wood. You can also create amazing design tabletops by…