We're Giving Away Free Tools on Facebook!
Just a few days ago, we started a pretty cool Facebook giveaway that we wanted to share with you. One lucky winner will receive: A Festool C15 or a T15 Cordless Drill Total prize valued at $460.00 Contest ends on January 13, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. (EST) We’ll select...
DIY How to Build a Wall Shelf
Wall shelves are all the craze these days. And why wouldn’t they be? Easy to install, they take up no floor space, yet offer all the convenience of a traditional shelf. In addition, wall shelves are become a staple in interior design. And though it is possible to buy floating...
Why Wood Finishes Are Good
Putting a finish on your wood is strictly optional. But putting a finish on your wood, you protect it’s surface and allows it to maintain its beauty for longer. It also protects it from harsh environment elements which can cause the wood to warp, dry out and crack or...
DIY Furniture: Wood Projects For Your Home
What are you doing this weekend? Well, with a weekend’s worth of time and a handful of supplies, you can build yourself some good looking furniture. Not only is it inexpensive to build your own furniture, it’s also fun. And you can build the perfect piece for your home...
November 24th: Small Business Saturday
Looking for a great “excuse” to finally get all the materials and get started on that project you’ve been meaning to do for a while now? Well, how about Small Business Saturday! The credit card company, American Express, celebrates it’s 3rd annual Small Business Saturday this year. This one-day...
Using Pressure Treated Wood Indoors
Many people believe that using pressure treated wood indoors is harmful. So, we decided to clear up some of the confusion. The story goes that pressure treated wood once was treated with a harsh chemicals that could potentially release toxic fumes. But the government has since banned wood from being treated...
Wood Words: What Lumber Terms Mean
You walk into Schutte Lumber Company and take in all the sights and smells of the lumber, the sawdust, the complete 8,000 square foot showroom full of construction materials. And then you start talking to one of their experienced salesmen and hear words that maybe you aren’t quite sure...
How to Choose the Right Sandpaper
Sandpaper can be confusing. Sandpaper grit is the number of abrasive particles per inch on a piece of sandpaper with #24 being the coarsest and #1,000 being the finest. And then there is commercial grade vs. industrial grade sandpaper. What does it all mean and how do I...
Don’t Buy It, Build It: How to Build Your Own Bookshelf
Your woodworking shop is all set up and you are anxious to try out your skills. You want to start with something that will be fairly simple but practical. Why not consider a bookcase? A bookcase can do double duty, both holding books and knick knacks along with serving...
Tips for Choosing the Best Wood for Your Project
Maybe it’s a simple deck project or something more intricate like a piece of custom furniture. No matter what the project, always begin with the best pieces of wood. Here’s what to consider: Defects in wood aren’t always bad. Just make sure they are from nature and not caused...