5 Best Honing Oil Substitutes

alternatives to honing oil

If you have a sharpening stone at home, you can do a lot of things with it. It can be used for woodworking or even for something as simple as sharpening your dull knives at home. Whatever your sharpening stone might be for, one of the things you need to know is that you have … Read more

What is MDF used for?

MDF Boards

MDF is a versatile material. While MDF isn’t necessarily what every woodworker dreams about, this product performs well when properly applied. In this article, I’m going to share what is MDF used for. People typically use MDF for indoor projects like cabinets and bookshelves. It has a smooth finish that is easy to paint. It’s … Read more

How to Build a DIY Farmhouse Dining Table

DIY farmhouse dining table woodworking plans

There’s something deeply satisfying about sitting down to a meal at a table you built with your own hands. I built this farmhouse dining table over three years ago for my family, and it’s still holding strong — through homework sessions, holiday dinners, art projects, and everything in between. The scratches and dents it has … Read more

What is the Difference Between Brad and Finish Nails?

brad vs finish nails

When it comes to precise nailing, it can be difficult to choose between brad and finish nails. However, there is a difference – an important one. In this article, we’ll go over what you need to know.  Brad nails have a smaller gauge than finish nails making them suited for detail work. Finish nails are … Read more

How to Make a DIY Vertical Star Planter for Succulents

DIY vertical star planter for succulents

Are you looking to make a small planter for your succulents? There are many different shapes and sizes out there that you could choose from. Some planters are easy to make and some are more complex. The planter in this tutorial looks a bit intimidating to make, but it’s actually quite simple. Follow my step-by-step … Read more

What to Do with Sawdust From Dust Collector?

saw dust from a bag

Sawdust can seem like a nuisance. However, you’d be surprised by all the useful things you can do with sawdust from your dust collector. In this article, I’m going to share some of these secrets with you.  Sawdust can be used to dry green wood, clean up stains, and mulch your garden. You can also … Read more