For someone who works with wood, there’s nothing worse than having a piece of woodwork split when drilling into it; it seems like all the hard work that went into shaping and finishing it was for nothing. Unfortunately, wood splitting because of drilling happens often, and you need to know why it happens and how you can fix it so …
Concrete is so dense and hard that drilling into it is more challenging than other materials. However, with the proper tools, it is possible to drill without cracking. Which tools suit the job—will a hammer drill crack concrete? A hammer drill will drill into concrete with a lower risk of cracking when used correctly. Because it vibrates while drilling, the …
You finally want to mount your TV. However, you’re stuck and can’t decide the correct type of screws to use. So, can you use wood screws, and are these screws strong enough to hold your TV? Wood screws are sturdy enough to hold a TV. You can use them to attach the studs to the plate. However, there are a …
You’re finally through with dusting and applying stain. However, you should decide whether to wipe it instantly or let it stay for a while before wiping it. It’s best to allow the stain to set for at least 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, remember that the time you’ll have to wait will vary. You may have to wait …
Pressure-treated wood is durable lumber for making outdoor designs, decks, and fences. These woods have been treated to resist rot or microbial infestation that can cause decay in a moist environment. Why, then, does the pressure-treated wood feel wet? Your pressure-treated wood may feel wet because of waterborne chemicals in the wood’s pores introduced during the wood treatment for moisture …
The polyurethane foam market is an ever-growing one of over $62 billion, and experts predict growth to $112 billion by 2028. The reason for this growth is the increase in residential construction in the US, where homeowners use polyurethane foam. However, after a while, some part of the foam starts to change color to yellow, causing you to wonder if …