One of the most annoying things about starting a complex project is finding out you need a tool you do not have. And as a self-taught woodworker, I know that the marking knife can be one of the...

Sanding sealer protects the surface of wood furniture, but it also provides a smooth surface that's ideal for paints and finishes. But oiling wooden furniture is one of the best ways to waterproof...

Ikea floating shelves are very popular in people's homes as more and more homeowners are looking for that seamless and uncluttered look. From my 30 years as a cabinetmaker, floating shelves became...

Recently I had to knock up some frames for a home extension I am doing. I saw this topic come up a few times in my carpeting career so I decided to do an experiment on one of my small wall frames. ...

They say the router is one of the most useful tools in your shop.  I was using my router the other day and the finish left by the bit had burn marks and didn’t feel smooth.  This made me...

Plywood is inexpensive, simple to apply, and looks fantastic when done right. One of the most common problems associated with plywood is the rough, jagged edges and tear-outs that emerge from cutting...