Woodworkers take over the world Why was woodworking so popular before the global takeover, you may wonder? Apparently, hundreds of people were learning woodworking every day for the 15 years leading up to worldwide woodworking invasion that took place 336 days ago. Maybe it’s because people finally learned how strangely wonderful it is to shape …
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Protecting and preserving your workshop’s concrete floor Concrete floors are commonly damaged by wear and tear, heavy objects being dropped on them, things being dragged across their surface causing scuffing and scratching, hot tyres turning on them, oils, petrol, and other nasties being spilt on them, and moisture damage. It’s incredible how much abuse a …
learn everything you need from Woodworking YouTube Channels. Nowadays, you can learn just about anything via YouTube. A good woodworking YouTube channel can teach you a lot, provide hours of entertainment, and inspire you if you want to learn how to build things. For the Video creators, both short and long form videos are a …
Woodturning with a woodwork lathe and specialised tools Woodworking Lathes Explained The woodwork lathe is used for wood turning and generally speaking, the goal of turning is to make round objects, such as spindles or discs, by turning between centres or on a faceplate. Woodturning differs from other woodworking techniques in that the wood spins/turns …
Quality Woodworking with Circular Saws and Routers What are Woodworking Circular Saws? The term “circular saw” is most frequently used in the context of woodworking to describe a hand-held, electric or battery powered circular saw made specifically for cutting wood. However, with a little effort, you can change the blade types to cut other materials. …
Specialty Woodworking Vices, Clamps and Aprons What is a Woodworkers Vice? Woodworking vices have been designed to cater for the various needs of woodworkers. Several types have emerged over the last 20 years to satisfy the differing needs of those who specialize in certain types of woodworking. Typical categories for a woodworking vice are front, …
Train your adoring and affectionate pet to be an excellent guard dog Love and care for our wonderful pets We love and care for our Pets just as much as if they were our children, despite the fact that they are not biologically related to us. Although having a pet has its challenges, if you …
Make your home beautiful by renovating your bathroom Do you want your home to be more interesting, appealing, or one-of-a-kind? While many homeowners are happy with their current residence, others desire something more. If you’re feeling like this, it’s probably time for you to initiate a change. Contrary to popular belief, that change does not …
The process of making a guitar from scratch – Part One. Step No1 in making a guitar is to create a blank for the body and the most popular varieties of wood used to make a blank for the body of a guitar are Mahogany, Ash, Maple, Basswood, Alder, Poplar, Walnut, and Spruce. Making a …
Workshop health and safety rules to ensure a safe workplace General Safety Rules 1. Don’t come to work if you are sick, you’ll just make everyone else sick. 2. Workers with any health issues that need monitoring or special consideration must notify the Manager before commencing work. 3. Wear the appropriate PPE for the tools …
Are you searching for ideas on how to improve your backyard? When we think about backyard activities, sports are usually the first thing that comes to mind. While sports are a great way to spend time outside, they aren’t the only thing to do. Indeed, while you may not realize it, backyard activities include home …
Is Woodworking the hobby you’ve been looking for? A hobby is an activity or interest that is pursued for pleasure outside of one’s regular work and helps your forget about the daily grind. Examples of hobbies include woodworking, stamp collecting, , model railroading, scrap booking, golf, reading, painting, tap dancing, gardening, arts & crafts, vehicle …
The Barbeque can be a nightmare for a woodworker wanting to relax. The Saturday afternoon BBQ’s are great, as long as they are not always being held at your place. After a hard morning’s work out in the shed woodworking, it’s difficult to imagine anything better than a hum dinger of a BBQ with a …
You must be equally adept at social media as you are at woodworking. While I’m sure most woodworkers would rather be in the shop than on the computer, the fact is that if you want to increase your woodwork business’s online presence, you’ll have to spend time promoting yourself on social media. Social media is …
The Whistling Woodshop presents the worlds worst woodwork poetry While it is true that anyone can write a poem, this does not guarantee that the words you scribble together will be remotely poetic. This is undoubtedly true of all of my poems; none of them are good, and I am without a doubt the world’s …
The worldwide lumber shortage continues to affect the building industry. Wood is the only building material that helps to combat climate change. It is critical to remove carbon from the atmosphere while also reducing any new carbon emissions and wood providing Trees achieve both of these goals. Trees naturally absorb CO2, thereby promoting clean and …
How should we approach DIY home renovation? Homeowners are increasingly attempting do-it-yourself home remodelling, but is it truly worth it when all of the risks and benefits are considered? At best, I believe the answer is “Maybe.” Unfortunately, many homeowners will discover that their DIY projects turn out to be more expensive and complicated than …
Sawdust is an intriguing by-product of wood that has a variety of uses. Although we must be sure not to breathe it in (sawdust can contain oils & potentially harmful compounds), for a woodworker, it’s very hard to beat the smell of freshly created sawdust. We probably like it so much because we adore the …
The amazing wood finishing technique of French Polishing If you’ve ever admired the incredibly beautiful finish on an ancient piece of wooden furniture or a wooden instrument like a guitar or violin, you’re probably looking at wood that has been French Polished. French polishing is a wood finishing process that produces a high-gloss, deep-coloured surface …
We learn and improve from our Woodworking Mistakes. Many of us believe that our passion for woodworking is unbreakable, but isn’t that just because we’ve never really put it to the test? However, there are many hardworking people who can attest to the fact that their love for woodworking was severely tested and fractured after …
UNDERSTANDING THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF A TREE’S WOOD GRAIN Wood Grain can refer to a number of things, but it is most commonly associated with the way cells and fibres grow in a specific direction within the tree (wood cell/fibre orientation). These fibres are responsible for the visible pattern known as wood grain. The fibres …
All beginners should learn the creative art of Woodcarving Wood carving is a common and very rewarding method of woodworking in which a cutting tool, such as a chisel, is held in one hand and a mallet is held in the other to carve a wooden figure, figurine, or sculpture in the other. Woodcarving, one …
What hand tools should you get to learn woodworking? Hand tools are becoming increasingly popular. Everyone seems to have battery-powered saws, drills, sanders, and planers these days, which is understandable given that getting rid of dangerous extension cords is a good idea. However, a basic set of hand tools such as chisels, hand saws, sharpening …
How to replace Wooden Fascia Boards Fascia boards are 2×8 or 2×6 long wooden boards that run horizontally on the edge of the roof, typically behind the gutters on a home. Fascia’s are one of the most typical sites for rot on a house; they are of particular importance as they link to the roof …
Create your own Wooden Raised Planter Boxes for the Garden If you don’t have a lawn to decorate, it might be difficult to make your home or place of business look pleasant. Planter boxes have been a terrific solution to this problem since they allow you to grow intensively in a smaller space in a …
What type of Woodworker is Cabinet Maker? Cabinet makers are typically highly skilled woodworkers who specialise in designing and building built-in or bespoke cabinets. They can also create beautiful wood furniture to complement the cabinetry in homes and businesses, using a variety of wood and other materials. A cabinet maker can repair or build items …
A brief look at The history of Woodworking. Woodworking dates back to the dawn of humanity In an age when technology reigns supreme, wood, as important as it is in the world, is frequently overlooked and discounted. Wood is a valuable natural resource that can be used for a wide range of applications. Woodworking has …