Author: Derek

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  • 5 Ways To Cut Plywood WITHOUT Power Tools!

    5 Ways To Cut Plywood WITHOUT Power Tools!

    Plywood is often thin, which means that it can be reasonably easy to cut, but many people choose to use power tools because of their speed and convenience. However, if you don’t have access to the right things or you would rather not use a power tool, here are 5 ways to cut plywood without…

  • Step-by-Step: How To Stain Wood To Be Lighter

    Step-by-Step: How To Stain Wood To Be Lighter

    With wood in high demand, I have found it quite difficult to source the right color wood for some of the more particular projects. Maybe you have this problem or you just applied too much of a dark stain and you have changed your mind. Either way, I will cover exactly how to stain wood…

  • What Is Whitewood And What Can I Use It For?

    What Is Whitewood And What Can I Use It For?

    Whitewood is a term that you will hear bandied about in woodworking supplier circles that requires some explanation, especially to the new woodworker. What makes the issue around Whitewood more confusing is that it can have different meanings in different locations. So, what is Whitewood, and how can you use it in your projects? Whitewood…

  • The 10 Best Woods To Make A Workbench

    The 10 Best Woods To Make A Workbench

    The trusty workbench is one item at the top of the list for every woodworker. I also had these same questions so I decided to put together this useful article to help make your workbench go together easier. With that being said, what is the best wood for a workbench? Hard Maple is the best…

  • Will Titebond Wood Glue Wash Out Of Clothes?  We Tested It

    Will Titebond Wood Glue Wash Out Of Clothes? We Tested It

    This is the one thing that nearly all woodworkers do including me, is wipe off excess glue on our shirts or pants. My wife caught me out the other day doing this and she said that it will never wash out. So I decided to do some tests and find out will Titebond wood glue…

  • Do You Need a Jointer If You Have a Table Saw?

    Do You Need a Jointer If You Have a Table Saw?

    When you get started in woodworking, buying the necessary tools can soon become expensive. For this reason, you may be tempted to go all-in just like I was. Keep reading as you may not need to. Do you really need a jointer if you have a table saw? You do not need a jointer if…