Whether you are interested in staining your corn cob pipe because you want your pipe to have a richer color or your pipe has changed color over time, you are in the right place. Pipes are inexpensive and are typically a light shade of brown-yellow, like the cob of corn. This article will highlight what you …
If you are looking to spruce up your home with a wooden sign, figuring out how to securely hang the sign while not sacrificing aesthetics can be tricky. With the popularity of indoor signs skyrocketing, such as the ubiquitous “Live, Laugh, Love” sign, knowing how to confidently hang a sign should be a skill in …
One of the most frustrating problems a DIYer or woodworker can encounter is a “finished” project that begins oozing sap. When this sticky substance appears on the surface of a project, it is a bear to clean up. On top of that, it requires additional time and effort to complete an already “finished” project. We …
Homemade wood filler is versatile and cost effective. Making your own wood filler gives you complete control of the process and provides more predictable outcomes. You can save yourself money and produce a better quality outcome if you make and use your own wood filler from sawdust. Wood filler comes in handy for a wide …
Softening wood is a helpful bit of knowledge for most handymen and DIYers to have tucked away in their back pockets. Softening wood is common in two situations: carving wood and bending wood. So, if you have a dream of sitting on your front porch in a homemade rocking chair, I have tips for softening …
The process of cutting a tree down is known as “felling” and the best tool to carry out this process is a chainsaw. However, it’s not as simple as cutting straight through the wood. Felling a tree can be extremely dangerous if you don’t use the right technique and that’s why it’s usually carried out …
Nowadays window trim is used in almost all homes because of the advantages it brings to the table. Not only does it cover the edge between the window frame and sliding but it also adds more beauty and character to your house. If you’re planning to install window trim in your house, you first need …
Tiles are most commonly used to make bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room floors. It’s a great material for heavy-traffic and watery areas but cutting it can be very difficult if you don’t use the right tools and techniques. Using a wet saw is the most efficient way to cut tiles without damaging them. In this …
Your old or new fiberglass door needs a new finish to match your home, but you’re lost on the exact process of staining? Thankfully, I know exactly how to take an old door (even an ugly new one) and stain it into a great first impression of a room. How To Stain a Fiberglass Door …
Are you thinking of redecorating your kitchen? Maybe you have a beautiful wooden island, but it’s time to change the old design. Or, maybe you enjoy working with wood. Shaker cabinet doors are both simple and stylish. They are also very popular right now. This makes them a great DIY project that won’t be overly …
Brass is an alloy that has been around for thousands of years. As technology has improved the number of applications brass is used for has grown exponentially. Given brass’s wide range of uses, a variety of cutting methods are necessary depending on how you want to use brass in your project. If you need to …
Particle board is a great way to make the most of each harvested tree. Cutoff pieces leftover from the milling process can be pulverized and repurposed to create sheets of particle board. Oftentimes particle board is both cheaper and smoother than plywood as well. Using particle board sheeting in your DIY projects can be a …
