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How To Use Wax Finish on Wood Woodworking wax has been used to complete projects for centuries. You can purchase wax in paste, liquid and solid stick forms and there are even a wide range of colors to choose from. Yet despite its popularity, you shouldn’t immediately reach for a wax finish for a variety… Continue reading How To Use Wax Finish on Wood

How to Sand Wood Perfectly Sanding wood is a key skill in the woodworker’s toolbox, so it’s important to be well-versed in what you should (and shouldn’t) be doing. There’s a little more to it than simply grabbing some sandpaper and getting to work – but enthusiasm is important too! As a beginner woodworker, you… Continue reading How to Sand Wood Perfectly

How To Choose And Use Wood Glue When you grew up using Elmer’s all throughout grade school, the vast selection of woodworking glues can seem intimidating come first glance. Yet, it’s not as complicated as you’d think, and there’s remarkable overlap in utility of the various adhesives. In many scenarios, one glue will work nearly… Continue reading How To Choose And Use Wood Glue

How To Understand Different Woodworking Joint Types In the early days of woodworking, prior to the existence of many tools, man was limited in his methods for joining wood. Early joints were made by lashing pieces together. Although these joints served the intended purpose, they were not long lasting. Man had to come up with… Continue reading How To Understand Different Woodworking Joint Types