Getting Started With Woodworking
When it comes to outdoor furniture, choosing the right wood finish is crucial. Not only does it enhance the natural beauty of the wood, but it also protects it from the elements. A good outdoor finish should be able to withstand moisture, UV rays, and temperature changes. But with so many options available, it can … Read more
A wood stain is a coating that serves the dual purpose of enhancing the looks of wood and offering a certain degree of protection. Whether you are an amateur or professional woodworker, you can save a lot of money by staining wood yourself. Wood staining requires a bit of skill, knowledge, and experience. If done … Read more
We usually don’t leave wood on its own after making woodworking items and wooden structures. We apply a wood “finish” which means applying a coating to protect the wood from environmental damage. If we do not apply a proper finish, cracks may develop in the wood and it could swell on drying and deteriorate. Types … Read more
Plywood has many advantages for use in woodworking projects, cabinetry, and as a building material. It is easy to cut and shape and extremely tough thanks to the multiple layers of glued veneer. Depending on how the material was processed, you get water-resistant, fire-resistant, and termite-resistant plywood. However, a significant drawback of using plywood is … Read more
Choosing a color for timber is something critical and once you have applied the color, you cannot change it easily. Two commonly used finishes to wood are timber oil and stain. Both of these finishes are semi-transparent which means that the character of the timber within can come through. The final look depends on the … Read more
If you have a boat or canoe, your watercraft and paddle or oars will be exposed to the elements and can deteriorate. To protect them and maintain them in good condition, you need to apply a coating of some sort. But what layer to apply? You need a coating that protects wood. Such a coating … Read more
Teak is a tropical hardwood. You will find it growing in countries of the Indian subcontinent, Myanmar, Thailand, and Indonesia. Woodworkers prefer this wood because of its unique characteristics. It is extremely strong and durable. Teak owes its durability to the presence of natural oils that it produces, which protect the wood from the elements, … Read more
When you are into woodworking, you will find many different types of wood finishes that we apply to wood. Different situations call for other finishes. As a woodworker, you should know what kind of finish you need to apply to a specific type of wood and in what scenario. The choice of wood finish depends … Read more
Upon completing any wooden project or structure, we usually need a finish to enhance the look of the wood and add protection. We call the process of applying the final layer to the wood a finish. There are different types of wood finish that you can get, and one of the most popular forms is … Read more
Teak oil is a popular product used to enhance the appearance and provide a level of protection for various types of wood, particularly teak. The term “teak oil” can be misleading, as it does not contain any oil or byproduct of the teak tree, Tectona Grandis. Instead, it is commonly composed of ingredients like boiled … Read more