Burnishing wood is a woodworking technique that polishes and enhances the wood's finish. By creating heat through friction, it compresses the wood fibers, yielding a smooth, shiny surface, and improving durability.

In this guide, we cover the essential woodworking techniques to get you creating and building safely, along with 7 basic tips to get started.

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Burnishing wood is a woodworking technique that polishes and enhances the wood's finish. By creating heat through friction, it compresses the wood fibers, yielding a smooth, shiny surface, and improving durability.

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An easy-to-master, three-step technique and simple tools are all it takes to consistently produce accurate mortises.

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So I was making my coffee table and once the top was glued together, I sanded it down flat. It was at that point I could really see it. I could tell I didn’t choose the best lumber at lowes for this project. There were voids and knot holes everywhere! Ok, to be honest, I knew this was going to happen, and I chose the ... Read More

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Exposed zips are a good way to add extra detail to a garment, especially when the zip is too cute to hide or if you want a more edgy look. While we're going to show you how to sew an exposed zipper using our Starboard Jeans pattern, the technique is the same regardless of the garment. So feel free

Every year I cut a LOT of silver wire into tens of thousands of jump rings. As the saw bites through the precious metal, it throws off lemel, the metal equivalent of sawdust. Unlike sawdust, silve…

Woodworking with hand tools only, means it should be cheap to get going. Here's my list of basic hand tools that whilst minimal, provides all the essentials to get you going with your first projects.

Sanding is the first step to preparing wood for paint or stain. These sanding secrets will help you sand your DIY projects like a pro.

Fit woodwork perfectly to even the waviest walls with an inexpensive compass.

In the dark ages of woodworking, before carbide, you never used the same blade for ripping and crosscutting. Cutting plywood required yet another blade. Today, hybrid blades allow you to avoid blade…

Learn how to cut class by first mastering the basics. George shares some tips and techniques and demonstrates the process in this video.

Learn how to use the Woodworker's Transfer Tool. Here you will find many clever and useful ways to transfer images.

Beginner woodworkers need the right tools. From measuring, cutting and finishing, the experts at MMDIY share a comprehensive guide on basic woodworking tools.

Check out this SketchUp for Woodworkers Guide full of information for those who want to give it a try. Paul Mayer walks you through his SketchUp journey.

Looking to get into DIY? This list of 12 essential DIY tools (plus tutorials!) will help you get started with confidence.

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Countersink first, drill the pilot hole second. That may sound backward, but it’s the easiest way to ensure a perfect countersink.

No matter what life throws at you, get back into the garden with these tricks and tools for elderly or disabled gardeners.

Although I love buying 2x4s and creating projects with them, running into warped boards is very common. Even with the cost savings of simply buying basic

Looking to learn the woodworking basics? Here is a guide for how to start woodworking. From essential tools to fun projects for beginners, there is a lot of

Embarking on the exciting journey of woodworking as a newcomer can be both invigorating and challenging. Whether you’ve recently discovered the joy of crafting with wood or you’re looking to enhance…

If all you want to do with your chisels is adjust machine-cut joints or slice glue drips, any technique or tool will work. This sort of work is occasional in nature, and not particularly strenuous.

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Shou Sugi Ban (or Yakisugi) is an ancient Japanese exterior siding technique that preserves wood by charring it with fire. Traditionally, Sugi wood (cryptomeria japonica L.f., also called Japanese cedar) was used. The process involves charring the wood, cooling it, cleaning it, and finishing it with a natural oil... Today Shou Sugi Ban is an environmentally friendly way to preserve timber and (paradoxically) make it fire-resistant. Chemical preservatives, paints, and retardants are therefore unnecessary. In addition to exterior uses, the popular technique is now found in interior rooms, furniture, and artwork... It is still a popular tradition in the Okayama