How to Improve Your Dovetails
When it comes to dovetail joints, there are a number of methods for cutting them, whether you do so by hand or with the use of power tools. However, for a dovetailed piece of furniture to work on a visual level, it needs to have tight-fitting joints. The best...
5 Ideas for Taking Your New Deck to the Next Level
Building a deck is a great way to enjoy the outdoor space of your home, especially during the warmer months of the year. There are also plenty of ways to customize your deck so that you can enjoy it even more. The following are 5 ways that you can...
Confidence in New Home Construction Improved
The housing marketing is continuing to improve as builder confidence for single-family homes that have been newly built has risen four points on the Housing Market Index. This puts the builder confidence level at 49, only one point shy of the level considered good building conditions. According to the...
Stay Safe When Using Your Miter Saw
When it comes to building things in your workshop, the most important thing to keep in mind is safety. This is especially true when using power tools, such as your miter saw. The following are a few safety tips to follow: Read the manual – The best way to...
Good Woods to Use Outside
Are you thinking about using wood for your home’s outdoor area, whether it’s to build a deck, fence, furniture, or any other outdoor feature? If so, you’ll want to find wood in Kansas City that is durable, can withstand the elements, and is also easy on the eyes. The...
Get Your Deck Refinished For Summer Gatherings
As wonderful as having a deck is, its exposure to the elements over the years can cause splintering and cracking if you don’t refinish them every few years. The following are a few tips to help you refinish your deck in time for the summer: Research – Different types...
Build Your Own Small Deck Addition to Your Home
Are you looking for ways to improve the outside area of your home? If you are, then we highly recommend you consider building a deck. There’s no better way to enjoy your outdoor area or to increase your home’s curb appeal than by adding a deck to your home....
Building a Deck? Make Sure It's Safe
When adding a deck to your home it’s important that safety is your number one priority. The last thing you want to happen is for your deck to collapse while someone is using it after all. The following are the steps to take to safely attach your deck to...
Festool Helps You Find the Right Abrasive for Your Sander
Sanding is an integral part of most every home improvement project. However, when you’re working with an unfamiliar type of wood, doing a new job, or are just plain new to woodworking, knowing what type of abrasive to use can be difficult. Luckily Festool has a system designed to...
Let Wood Weather or Give it a Finish?
When working with wood outdoors knowing the type of wood you need is essential. However, once you’ve determined the best wood for your budget and project, knowing whether you’re going to finish it or allow it to weather naturally is the next step. Use these tips to help you...