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What To Look For in a Good Lumber Provider
When starting a building project, purchasing lumber can be a daunting experience, particularly if you are ordering specialty lumber. A good lumber provider can mean the difference between a great project experience and a headache. Fortunately, there are a few things...
Understanding the Basics of Woodworking Supplies
If you are a creative person that loves to work with your hands, woodworking may be the perfect hobby for you. You may have some basic tools available in your toolbox, but for most projects, there are other essential items to purchase before you begin your woodworking...
Live Edge Lumber & Slabs: Out With the Old & In With the New
Back in the 1950s and 1960s, it was kind of a fad to use live edge lumber on the gable ends of ranch and split-level houses. Many people, myself included, thought this was a total mismatch of architectural styles, but it sure was big for a while. “Live edge” boards are flat sawn for the width of the log, which ideally should have a wavy pattern on one side, due to protrusions from tree branches, etc.
Why Choose Custom Furniture Over Designer & Retail Furniture?
The availability of new furniture runs the gamut from the cheapest particle board garbage one can imagine, to that of extremely well-respected, high-end commercial manufacturers…and everything in between.
3 Advantages of Using Custom Woodwork Accents in Your Home
Homeowners often have a challenging time finding their style. Their house can have ornamental decorations and bold colors, but for some reason, everything still appears flat yet unflattering. If you want to add some texture and dimension to your home, elevating your...
Custom Cabinets vs. Manufactured Cabinets
We hear this all the time: “Sure, I’d love to get custom cabinets (or whatever), but won’t they be much more expensive than mass-produced ones?” The answer is, not necessarily.
Wainscoting and Beadboard: The Sky’s the Limit
In the 1500s, wainscoting was no more than a wall covering. Today, however, when it comes to wainscoting & beadboard, the sky’s the limit.
The Benefits Of Adding Custom Woodwork To Your Home
Giving your house a few unique touches that are special to you and your family makes it a welcome space to entertain and live in. Custom woodwork makes your living space versatile as well as beautiful. Here are a few ways that you can enhance your home with these...
Custom Moulding vs. Stock Moulding: The Pros & Cons
Years ago, there were basically two types of casings available; "colonial" and "clamshell," in either 2 1/2" or 3 1/2" widths. Of course those two old standbys are still around, also available in finger jointed versions, either primed or bare wood. I refuse...
Woodworking and the Lost Art of Mentoring
Many people have asked me over the years how I first got started in woodworking. From a very young age, I was always fascinated by anything to do...
Installing Crown Moulding Around Your Home
Crown moulding can provide a seamless transition between your walls and ceiling. Whether you have floor-to-ceiling cabinets or just want to spice up...
How To Choose Built-In Furniture
Making the spaces in your home work well for you can be a challenge sometimes. You may have an odd corner or a room that is an awkward size, making...
More Than Just Little Pieces of Wood, Because It’s More Than “Just a Hobby”
Most woodworking hobbyists don't need long lengths of hardwood, especially if they are crafting a small project. Unfortunately, most hardwood...
3 Questions to Ask An Expert Carpenter
You've decided to hire an expert for your next big woodworking project. This is an excellent choice; there is so much to the craft which will be...
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