Everyone knows how frustrating it is when a powered drill begins to die. Many of us want our tools to last as long as possible. In this article, we’ll talk about how long the battery packs often last and how long you can expect from the drill itself. If you’re looking for an exact number on how long a battery-powered …
Wood filler is used to fill scratches, holes, and other imperfections in unfinished furniture and other projects. Although wood filler does not take stain well, woodworkers like it because it hardens as it cures and can be sanded down afterward. So why does wood filler not take stain well, and what can you do about it? Wood filler rarely matches …
Wood filler is handy but can be useless if it hardens and gets stuck in the tube. Luckily, it’s relatively simple to rehydrate and soften. To remove wood filler that won’t come out of the tube, use acetone or water to rehydrate it, then slowly work the liquid through to soften the filler. A tube of wood filler that won’t …
Turning is a fascinating method of working with wood. If you’re developing an interest in this ancient technique, you may be looking for the best types of wood to work with, and apple wood may come to mind. You probably haven’t heard much about turning apple wood, but does this mean it’s no good for this particular technique? Apple wood …
If you’re thinking of cutting down that old apple tree in your backyard and using the wood, you need to consider that the wood needs to dry out. Curing apple wood would make it suitable for you to use as you please, but how long would you have to wait until then? Apple wood takes anywhere from 3 months to …
Pressure-treated wood that becomes warped is every carpenter’s nightmare. Warped wood can mess up measurements and ruin the wooden structure you build. So, is straightening warped pressure-treated wood possible, or does it go to waste? Straightening warped pressure treated wood is possible through the heat and moisture technique. Applying pressure on wood or placing it in sunlight can also work. …