Over time, wood develops a gorgeous patina that looks beautiful for use in all sorts of projects. But, unless you have a cache of lumber aging in your backyard, it can be difficult to find properly weathered wood for the job. Fortunately, you can fake it with surprisingly authentic results. Today, we’ll teach you how to … Read more
Electric chainsaws are a great alternative to smelly, heavy, gas-powered models. I have found that for ease of mobility, reduced vibration, and more, an electric chainsaw works better than their gas-powered counterparts. These are an economical alternative to gas-powered saws and can tackle a wide variety of tasks. Here is an overview of the Black … Read more
Alright. It’s time to look long and hard at which compact or mini circular saw is best for you and your DIY projects. We’re going to break it all down for you and then give you some great options to choose from. So, let’s begin. You may find that you need more than one of … Read more
Do you have a chain link fence that needs some sprucing? This cool little trick from the Tracy Ferguson YouTube channel can help you take the look of a standard metal chain link fence and give it a more high end, rustic look by adding some wooden accents. This project can be done in about … Read more
Building projects around the house can be difficult if you don’t have the right tools. Circular saws can give you the freedom to complete a wide range of jobs and are a great option to have on your bench. If you’re looking for a tough saw to knock out many different projects, the Porter-Cable Circular … Read more
When it comes to valuable items to have around the workshop, construction site, or DIY project, it’s tough to beat a good pair of adjustable height sawhorses. These handy A-frame-shaped supports are useful for just about any cutting task, as well as for painting or other detailed work. They also allow you to set up … Read more
Hitachi has established itself as a consumer-friendly brand at an attractive price point for accurate saw cutting. Hitachi will be departing from their recognizable name to Metabo HPT, offering the same quality products under a new name. While this may be confusing to consumers, we’ve made it easier to navigate their existing line and their … Read more
This is homemade that makes sense. I buy a lot of wood stain, and in general, it isn’t very cheap. With this DIY project, you can save a ton of money, and have the satisfaction of creating something useful. How Does It Work?The chemical formula is: 4Fe + 3O2 = 2Fe2O3 Clears things right up doesn’t … Read more
Staining wood is an ideal way to bring out the natural beauty and character of the wood itself. Stained wood looks beautiful, it’s permanent, and it’s easy to do yourself. But, as anyone who has ever stained a piece of furniture can tell you, there’s some margin for error, and you’ll probably need to learn … Read more
Creating an accent wall out of reclaimed pallet wood is such a simple and cheap project! It also looks amazing, and will be sure to have your guests talking. Here is a step by step tutorial on how you can create this on virtually any wall of your house from Wabash Lumber on YouTube. What you’ll need: … Read more
A manual log splitter helps make the tedious job of cutting wood easier and less labor intensive so that you can focus your energy elsewhere. But, with so many different styles and types of manual log splitters on the market, how can you select the best one for your needs? Today, we’ll cover everything you … Read more
One of the biggest problems I have faced when looking for a quality chainsaw is finding one that is both lightweight and still heavy-duty enough to tackle the jobs I need it to handle. Too often, lightweight chainsaws do not have the cutting power to take on bigger jobs. What is needed, is a combination … Read more