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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 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...
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...
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...
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