How to work with wood inside and outside the home. In this category we will be looking into bush carpentry and indoor and outdoor carpentry. Learn new hints and tips with these easy to follow guides.
If you are thinking of making some of your own hand tools like blacksmiths did many years ago, starting with a hand saw is a great idea. It combines elements…
One of the most versatile saws in any workshop, the band saw replaces many different saws simply by changing the blades. Used to cut anything from wood to metal pipes…
A purlin is a horizontal beam or bar used for structural support in buildings, most commonly in a roof. Purlins are supported either by rafters or the walls of the…
Build one of our sheds onto a wooden shed base with this short video. It’s really quick and easy to do and takes away the hassle of having to build…
Finishing wood with varnish preserves it from stains, scratches and damage from liquid. Varnish also beautifies wood pieces and is essential for prolonging the life of the wood. Use these…
Staining wood furniture is an important part of furniture restoration. Find out how to stain wood and get an even stain across the grains in this free video.
If you have an open carport and want to protect your vehicles, it’s not that hard to build a roof for your carport.
Whether you’re painting over stained and varnished cabinets, trim, doors or furniture, the process is essentially the same. The smooth surface must be sanded and the wood primed or the…
Build a wood fire in a fireplace by following this guide.Whether it is a gentle glow on a romantic evening or a cheerful crackle on a wintry afternoon, nothing can…
Assemble the IKEA Malm bed frame, including assembly of the MALM headboard, attaching the MALM headboard to the rails, and installing the SULTAN LADE slatted bed base and SKORVA midbeam.…