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Large “Tiles” on Walnut Cutting Board
November 26, 2019

Hey ya'll,I'm working up a project for my new house. Kitchen needs an island and I have a concept for a 2"x2'x4' end grain butchers block countertop.I have a line…
Final thickness for 3/4″ maple stock
November 8, 2019

I am going to be building an endgrain cutting board with a herringbone pattern. Planning on using 1x8s for material. These measure out to 3/4x?? My question, would it be…
What complements lacewood?
October 31, 2019

I'm taking the plunge and making my version of a "Studley" Chest. I've decided to use lacewood for the outside surfaces, but I'm looking to use something lighter in color…
Mix matching qtr sawn white oak with black walnut
October 21, 2019

Any thoughts /comments i.e qtr sawn white oak cabinet door frame with walnut insert panel for contrast?
Breadboard vs Steel to prevent table warping
October 15, 2019

I am building a solid wood plank dining table for my daughter. She wants the top 60" x 36". I am making it from 6/4 Red Oak. What are the…
American oak
September 23, 2019

I’m a HSC student looking for information about American Oak. Is it a good timber to work with? Also, what oils and glues are recommended?Cheers
16’ length Walnut question
September 22, 2019

I have about 60 boards of walnut that’s 3/4” 8-12” wide and 16’ long that’s been Sitting under a Shed for 25 years that I know of. Probly lot longer a…
Moisture content, SYP, Workbench
September 18, 2019

First, I fully expect I’m asking a question for which there may be no “right” answer. And, I’ve spent a fair amount of time reading posts here and elsewhere resulting…
Found some more slabs in my attic. What are they !!!
September 12, 2019

So about a month ago I found some slabs in my attic from previous owner and with the help of you guys I found out they were poplar. And I…
Safe spoon wood
September 6, 2019

I have recently started making spoons and I want to make sure I don’t use any toxic wood. I’ve done some research but still have questions. I realize there isn’t…

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