Author: David D. Hughes

I just love creating things with my hands. It's amazing how little I appreciated learning these skills when I was younger. Today, it is a source of great joy. I whittle, carve, wood burn and more!

Choosing a Paint Stripper for Wood |Tools & Chemicals To Consider

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 08:27 amPaint Stripper for Wood There is a lot of advice on removing paint from your woodwork. However, there is no simple answer to the question of which paint stripper is best, as this depends on various factors, such as what you want to remove and how much…

How to Cut Wood with a Dremel | The Basics and More Tips

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 08:41 amCutting wood with a dremel Drilling and sawing is usually the most efficient method of penetrating wood, but there are cases when this method is simply insufficient. For example, if you need to drill holes in a piece of wood, there is no way you can cut…

How to Remove Paint from Wood | Various Methods

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 08:48 amRemoving Paint from wood Wood is tough stuff! No matter how hard you try, the varnish or paint on the wood will eventually chip or peel. If you have a lot of wood in your home, you may find that the paint on the wood is the…

Best Coping Saw | 9 That You Must Check Out

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 10:12 amA coping saw is a great tool at home or in the workshop. In this post, we present the best coping saws we could find. When choosing a chop saw, we look for the following features: an efficient saw blade that is replaceable, precise, and easy to…

How Long Does Primer Take to Dry? | What You Should Know

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 08:33 pmHow long does it take for primer to dry In this post, we will answer the question: How long does primer take to dry? When you buy paint, there are often different types of primer available. Primer is used to help the paint adhere better. It does…

Single Bevel vs Double Bevel Miter Saw | A Feature Focused Comparison

Last updated on October 3rd, 2022 at 08:15 pmSingle vs double bevel miter saw Miter saws and miter cuts have been around for decades, and while they are still commonly used in the woodworking world, they have improved significantly over the years. Nowadays, various saws from different manufacturers have different qualities and features. To help…

Are Pallets Pressure Treated? Not As Obvious As You May Think

Last updated on October 5th, 2022 at 07:22 amAre pallets pressure treated? The short answer is yes, pallets are pressure-treated wood, and U.S. law requires that you treat your pallets, although this is often not done. However, municipalities use their discretion in deciding whether to treat pallets. To understand how to construct the pallet garden,…

Dremel 8220 vs Bosch Gro | You Should Buy The …

Last updated on December 1st, 2022 at 12:38 pmIf you have to decide on Dremel 8220 vs Bosch Gro, we do not envy you! The Dremel 8220 is a popular handheld rotary tool on the market that is great for DIYers. The Bosch GRO is also a tremendous rotary tool that is very user-friendly and…