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As a woodworker, you will need to be acquainted with different types of wood finishes. Two popular wood finishes that you can get is from boiled linseed oil and tung oil. Each of these oils has its advantages and disadvantages. Moreover, you need to adopt different procedures to use each oil. In a past article, … Read more

It is not compulsory to stain wood on completion of a job. However, you can apply a wood finish which serves to protect the surface of the wood. If you don’t provide a finish, the wood could dry out, become dull and deteriorate, on exposure to moisture and heat. The wood may also swell, so … Read more

A laser level is a time-saving tool that woodworkers will truly appreciate. A laser level is a construction tool used for determining an accurate level reference. It is used for relatively small tasks such as making sure portraits are hanged properly, installing tiles, ceilings, railing, and even monumental tasks such as installing sewer pipes. For … Read more

A moisture meter is an essential tool that any self-respecting woodworker should have in their inventory. While wood might feel dry to the touch but even experienced woodworkers can’t trust their touch and risk and important job – especially when cutting into expensive hardwood. Wood will shrink or expand depending on the moisture content which … Read more

An Introduction to PVA Glue and its Uses It might seem like PVA glue one of several types of glue used in woodworking. The fact of the matter is that PVA glue appears just like any other glue that you can get at your local crafts store. The keyword there being “appears”. While PVA glue … Read more

When it comes to chemical finish products for wood, you will most likely hear a debate about which is better: polycrylic or polyurethane. The fact of the matter is that each of these chemical finishes has its own strengths and weaknesses. We will be discussing these factors throughout this article to help you make the … Read more