Plywood is made of layers of real wood or “plies” glued together. The more layers of wood glued together make it stronger and denser. It is made by cross-graining wood (meaning the grain of each sheet is alternated) and they are glued together with great pressure. It is great because it is strong compared to …
Chipboard, also known as particle board or fiberboard, is small chips or wood shavings mixed with synthetic resin or another binder. It is then pressed together with great pressure and heat until it dries. It comes in different sizes, such as low, medium and high densities. Low density chipboard is pliable and not as strong …
If you are passionate about woodworking and good at what you do, then chances are you have considered starting a woodworking business. Getting started is fairly easy, but keeping up with it can be challenging. You might want to start it as a side job, but you might eventually have to move full time. Follow …
When you are starting a woodworking project you will be faced with many options, but the first is purchasing surfaced lumber vs. rough cut lumber. As a beginner this could be a difficult decision. As an expert this is more a choice of preference. We will go through the many factors you should consider before …
Figured Maple is one of the most coveted types of wood. They might not be cheap, but their beautiful, unique designs will be a statement piece you can keep in your family for generations. Figure is created by nature, whether it be a fungus, beetle, or harsh environmental factors. These factors make it difficult for …
Softwoods might not be as coveted as hardwood, but they do have their purpose. Due to the fast growing nature of softwoods they are always more affordable than hardwoods. They may be less dense, but they are lightweight and flexible. They are easier to work with than hardwoods due their low Janka ratings. Due to …
Figured wood is one of the most beautiful and coveted types of wood you can own. Nature’s art is shown in the variety of grain patterns one can find. There are so many types of figure that we barely brush over the most popular of them. Types of figured wood are vast, but these are …
Curly Maple is one of the most coveted wood types because of its unique and beautiful grain pattern. This Curly Maple overview will guide you through how to handle it, the characteristics that make it so special, and the cost. What is Curly Maple Curly Maple might sound like a species of tree, but it …
Cocobolo Found in Central America, Cocobolo ranks at number ten, costing $55 per foot board. The heartwood is the most wanted part of this tree. It is a reddish brown color with darker brown running through adding a beautiful pattern. As it ages it darkens with purple and black streaks. It not only looks beautiful, …
Oak is one of the most abundant domestic hardwoods grown in North America, and it is also one of the more popular hardwoods to be sued in American homes. If you do decide to go with Oak you still have the choice between Red Oak or White Oak. There are many distinguishing factors to take …
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