Staining wood black gives you a unique look but it can be hard to get right. A lot of products struggle to give you the rich color you need, especially when applied incorrectly. This guide will take you through the different types of black wood stain, with some of my recommendations for the best products. … Read more
Bar clamps are an essential tool for many woodworking projects. Even though they’re quite simple, there is a big difference between good ones and bad ones. This guide will take you through the different types of bar clamps and some of my top recommendations. What is a Bar Clamp? A bar clamp is a simple … Read more
Respirators are designed to protect you against fumes and dust that you could breathe in when doing DIY projects. But do you need one for refinishing and painting furniture? Yes, in many cases, it’s a good idea. This article will explain why they’re so important and give you some of my recommendations for the best … Read more
If you have an old cane chair that has seen better days, don’t throw it out just yet. You can cane the chair yourself and restore it instead. There are 3 main ways to cane a chair and this guide will take you through all of them, so you can decide which one is right … Read more
Paint sprayers are great if you want to save time and get a nice finish without all of the hard work. You can use them on all kinds of surfaces so they’re a good investment whether you’re painting furniture, fences, walls and ceilings, or possibly even your car. However, you need to do your research … Read more
Priming wood before painting gives you a better surface for the paint to adhere to, meaning you get a nicer finish that lasts longer. It does, however, add an extra step to the job and make it take longer. Trust me its almost always worth it! To minimize the time you spend on the job, … Read more
So you are wondering how long it takes for wood stain to dry? This can be a tricky question to answer, but it’s important to know the time it takes for your stain to dry. Knowing how long the drying times are will help you plan projects better and avoid any time-consuming disasters. The problem … Read more
The grain on wood is what gives it a unique appearance and it’s often the biggest selling point. Wood with a nice unique grain doesn’t come cheap, but sometimes, the grain can be an issue. Open grains take in a lot of moisture, making it hard to finish them. They also stop you from getting … Read more
Laminate is an excellent affordable alternative to solid wood furniture. Unfortunately, it can get damaged quite easily. Chips, dents, and peeling edges make the furniture look very scruffy, but can you fix it? If you have experienced this problem, you may be wondering whether you can use wood filler to fix it. This article will … Read more
Wood filler is a handy thing to have in your toolbox, it can help with a lot of woodworking projects, especially furniture makeovers. However, it’s not suitable for all repairs, and people often make mistakes because they misunderstand what wood filler is, what it is made of, and when you should use it. I am … Read more