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Wood Movement
May 11, 2011

BACKGROUND I am building a end table out of Brazilian Rosewood. After joing the wood and sanding it to the desired finish it is thinner than I want. The Table…
Need advice on type of wood to use for an kitchen counter top
May 2, 2011

We are in the process of remodeling our kitchen and my wife wants a wooden counter top for an upcounter on a penninsula. The counter top will be used for…
Where Can I Buy Wooden Interior Shutters Cheap?
April 19, 2011

I have a small window in my bathroom and wanted to put some adjustable wooden shutters on the window. Can anyone suggest me any cheapest window shutter manufacturer? Thank you
pestle for food mill
April 8, 2011

We have a cone shaped hand powered food mill that operates on the same principle as a mortar and pestle - food - tomatoes, for example - is put in the cone…
MDF for Washer-Dryer Pedestal Stand
March 29, 2011

I am wanting to make a washer and dryer pedestal stand. 1. Are there any plans available on how to make one? 2. Are there problems using MDF…
How to determine the Crown
March 29, 2011

I would like to know the best way to determine the crown side of a 2x4, 2x6 or other dimensions of llumber?
What is “Pattern Grade” Mahogany
March 27, 2011

Wondering if there is an industry standard definition for "pattern grade," whether it applies only to mahogany, and where there is any correlation to quartered, rift, and flat sawn. Thanks.…
Use wood to make charcoal
February 27, 2011

Is it a very bad idea to burn wood to make charcoal?
White oak for a pool deck
February 27, 2011

How long do I need to air dry white oak before I use it for the deck of a pool? I can buy #2 common white oak rather inexpensively and…
sawmill slab-wood
February 22, 2011

Hello, My name is Steve and I may have a helpfull tip in these not so freindly economic times. I own a small sawmill operation, I was a Home builder, I am…

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