Category: HOW-TO GUIDES

When cutting plywood with a jigsaw it’s important to make accurate cuts, but sometimes it’s difficult to maintain control of the wood and keep it in straight lines. The most common mistakes I see when cutting plywood are usually due to inaccuracy caused by losing control of the wood. If you cut the wrong way;… Continue reading 15 Common Mistakes When Cutting Plywood With A Jigsaw

Are you thinking of using MDF to manufacture furniture in your workshop? Are you wondering whether you can sand MDF, or if there are any precautions that need to be taken when handling the material? If so, then read on for useful information that will enable you to make an informed decision. CAN you sand… Continue reading Can You Sand MDF?

Woodworking terminology is a bit different from the common math that you’re used to. While there are so many different aspects to measuring in carpentry, the linear foot and the board foot are pretty common standards but drastically different in definition. A linear foot is what you get from a ruler, twelve inches in length… Continue reading Board Foot vs Linear Foot: What’s The Difference?

Shellac is a popular choice among woodworkers since it’s a natural, non-toxic finishing solution that dries quickly and has a glossy sheen. If you’re working with wood, you might want to consider using shellac as a finish. There are several things to think about before applying it, including how long it takes to dry. Shellac… Continue reading How Long Does Shellac Take To Dry?

If you’re wondering “Why is my corded drill sparking?”, there could be a number of reasons why. Corded drills tend to spark when new or being used for the first time, when there is dirt on the surface of the motor’s commutator, or the commutator has a pitted surface.  Some corded drills have a brushed… Continue reading Why Is My Corded Drill Sparking?

How to make a hole in wood WITHOUT a drill, you ask? Would there be any reason for this? I wasn’t sure, so I looked into this matter: Yes, you can. Just hammer a small nail through the wood. It will leave a hole with a diameter approximately equal to the diameter of the nail.… Continue reading How To Make A Hole In Wood Without A Drill