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Month: February 2014

3 Fun Projects to Use Up Your Wood Scraps

If you have some leftover wood scraps from a recent renovation project, don’t just toss them! Consider using them for smaller projects. Not only is it more environmentally-friendly to do so, you can actually make some useful items! The following are three projects that we recommend for using your...

Tips to Keep Your Project Organized in Your Workshop

When you have several projects going on at the same time, it can be a challenge to stay organized in your workshop. The following workshop-related tips and ideas will keep you on track, help you stay productive, and ensure you finish your projects by their deadlines. Create a calendar....

Know the Difference Between a Pin Knot and a Burl

Knowing the difference between pin knots and burl wood can help you determine which Kansas City lumber works best for your woodworking designs and ideas. Burl Wood Sometimes a tree is attacked by insects or fungus in a way that causes the wood to develop an abnormal growth. A...

Tips for Prepping Crown Molding in Your Next Project

Crown molding is a beautiful addition to any home. It provides a tasteful way to add both value and visual interest to your home when installed correctly. Prepping the crown molding before installation begins is essential to ensuring you receive the look you desire. Helpful woodworking tips before you begin...

Building a Shed? Consider Adding These Features

Any homeowner will tell you that there are few structures more useful or versatile than a backyard shed. Still, many of these structures seem stuck in a time warp where that are all just a single damp and dark room where tools and materials are stored. Modern sheds have...

Why Wood is an Excellent Choice for Home Exteriors

Choosing the right home exterior is quite a challenge. There are so many choices –vinyl siding, wood, fiber panels brick. While all of these materials have merit, wood is an excellent choice for many homeowners. Here are some of the top reasons why you should consider it. Wood is...