Pressure treated wood is common for framing and other interior applications. It is usually an excellent option because of its superior rot and insect resistant qualities. However, you must avoid using the lumber on countertops and cutting boards as it has potentially toxic chemicals. Also, you need to answer some questions such as can you use pressure treated wood for …
Pressure treated wood can last up to 30 years without rotting, and that’s because the treatment protects the wood from termites that contribute to decay. This product offers confidence in outdoor building projects due to its enhanced durability. When it comes to joining pressure treated wood, you can go for various screw types. But can you use zinc coated screws in …
Using varnish on wood dates back to the early woodworkers who used natural resins such as plant secretions. The product is used up to date since it provides protective coatings for paintings, wooden surfaces, and many more decorative objects. Epoxy resin is another ideal product with high strength and durability for your wood. But you need to ask yourself, Can …
For a durable wood surface, you’ll want to invest in a water and weather repellant product that will still maintain your wood’s natural beauty. Over the decades, most woodworkers have been staining the wood or using sealants. However, today there are products with a combination of both the sealer and,4w. For this reason, a customer once asked me, Can You …
As an art, woodworking has always been the source of elegance in most home designs. Apart from using standard wood in making decks, woodworkers have advanced to use durable and strong wood products such as composite, vinyl, and Trex decking. What’s best about Trex decking is how it’s 95% recycled materials. But What Is the Recommended Joist Spacing for Trex …
Rough cut wood projects are susceptible to getting affected by many natural factors, such as molds and even discoloration. Water quickly soaks in wood, and if retained for a long time, it initiates the growth of mildew, mold, and other fungi, which weakens the structure through rotting. So you need to know how to remove mold from rough cut wood. …
Nailing is a crucial aspect of woodworking. Most woodworkers and DIYers have used nailers over the years and with the evolving technology, it’s even getting better. There are many nailers out there with the most confusing being the brad and finish nailers, so, what is the difference between a brad nailer and a finish nailer? Let’s settle this once and …
You’ll want your wood not only to look beautiful but also to have that durable finish that will protect it from natural factors such as water. Of course, waterproofing is the best way to ensure this. Beeswax has been used as a wood finish over the years, how much protection does it offer? Is beeswax waterproof on wood? Yes, beeswax …
Wood being a perfect absorbent of water, it’s prone to infestation by many mold types. One of these types is the black mold which contributes to the reduction of the wood’s durability. You’ll find many ways of dealing with the mold problem. But among the ways, you’ll want to pick the most outstanding, including using vinegar. But will vinegar kill …
One of the reasons artisans use oil paints is to provide enough time to craft projects due to their slow drying time. The paints are also well known for their durability since they resist water and other natural inhibiting factors, therefore ideal for outdoor use. Some oil paints come with a grainy-like finish, while others are smooth, begging the question, …