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Woodworking Tools: The Art of the Lathe
As you become more and more skilled at woodworking, you will find yourself trying and using more different tools, often becoming more interested in certain ones. In my case, years ago I became fascinated with the lathe. I didn't have much money, so I made my own,...
4 Reasons to Incorporate Custom Woodworking Into Your Home
One of the major elements of your home that you must consider as you design each room is your woodwork. This includes cabinets, crown molding, shelves and other additions. Although pre-fabricated materials are often the cheapest option, there are many significant...
Woodworking is What We Do
Years ago, there was a joke going around about woodworking. "A guy walks in to a library, and asks the librarian where he could find the book entitled, "How I Became A Millionaire With My Basement Woodworking Shop." She replies, "Oh, yes; it's right over there in the...
How Custom Furniture Enhances Your Home
At home, your living space should be comfortable. If your room is disorderly or cluttered, it can be difficult to relax or function day after day. The ability to keep your home clean and orderly depends on the type of furniture in your home. If your living space is...
Finding the Perfect Furniture for Your Home
Furniture can be a significant investment, and there are few things more frustrating than buying a piece that you thought was perfect only to get it home and discover that it doesn't really fit. Either it's too big, too small or simply doesn't match the rest of your...
Popular Types of Softwood for Furniture Making
When considering which types of wood to use for furniture-making, you may be presented with the choice between hardwood and softwood. Hardwood is not necessarily harder or denser, it actually has to do with the plant’s reproduction process. Hardwood trees are...
Efficient Interior Design Strategies With Custom Furniture
There’s something about custom wood furniture that brings a room design to life. Whether you’re building a new home or taking another look at your interior room design, find out how quality furniture can offer you the right dimensions, the perfect look and the ideal...
Specialty Lumber is Our Legacy, Since 1922
A loaf of bread cost 7¢ and a pound of steak would run you about 26¢. The gummy bear was just invented in Germany, and Babe Ruth was the most famous person in the country. It was 1922, and it was the year that Barney & Carey Company Inc. was founded on the banks...
Choosing Between Hardwood or Softwood for Your Projects
When you have a building project going on, you generally think of your budget first. It can be easier to accept a lower quality material in the interest of saving money, but this choice doesn’t always guarantee durability and longevity. There are several types of...
The Mindset of Woodworking
As a boy, I was introduced to woodworking by my uncle, who was an electrician, but knew his way around carpentry, as well. Better yet, I had two...
3 Reasons To Install a Custom Built-In
Your home needs somewhere to store all the books, entertainment equipment or materials, craft supplies, or whatever your heart desires. Sure, you...
Selecting the Right Wood Supplier For Your Wood Moulding
Searching for custom wood moulding to provide to your customers can be a headache. You want to provide the best product for your clients, but don't...
What’s New (and What Never Changes) at Barney & Carey Co.
Like just about every other business right now, we at Barney & Carey Co. are often finding it harder to come up with certain materials; however,...
A Custom Wood Fireplace Mantels Adds Elegance To Your Home
When your home is your castle, you want to be a welcoming place with subtle, sophisticated beauty. If you have a fireplace, it is the perfect locale...
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