Author: Robert Greenwood

Redwoods are magnificent trees that can grow as high as 30 stories. They have quite a long life span — they can survive for more than 2000 years. However, much of the redwood on the market is sourced from Redwood … READ MORE

Pine is one of the most common types of wood used in woodworking, and for good reason. It’s cheap and it’s a more sustainable source of quality wood. Pine trees are evergreens that generally grow faster than your average hardwood … READ MORE

Douglas-fir is one of the most widely used types of softwood. It’s technically not a Fir but is its own genus. It grows in the Western part of North America.

The tree grows to be quite large and therefore yields … READ MORE

There’s something about cedar wood that makes it very attractive. Is it the lingering soft woody, evergreen scent it emits? Or the very fragrant smell of pencil shavings combined with some fruity peachy scent? Cedars contain natural oils, which make … READ MORE

If cotton candy clouds and pastel-colored zebras are not your jam for your baby’s rocking crib, then dare to go rustic over cutesy. Go ahead. Depart from the standard baby pink and pastel blue patterns.

A woodsy type of rustic … READ MORE

Precision is essential in woodworking. You’ll need tools like a T-square to measure angles. However, there will be times when these measuring tools aren’t available, and you have to make do with what is available.

When you need to measure … READ MORE

Screws in woodworking reinforce molds and splices. However, these screws create holes. Those holes make for an unsightly backdrop to the aesthetic beauty of a wood project. The remedy is to hide those screws in plain sight—and fortunately, there are … READ MORE

Finishing refines and protects a wooden surface, making it look newer and more attractive. Are you interested to know how to apply shellac to finish wood floors and to polish furniture? Read on to learn this valuable DIY skill.

How … READ MORE

There are many kinds of wood glue, with PVA and Gorilla glue being some of the most commonly used ones. This article is about how to apply PVA and gorilla glue to wood.

Before anything, cover your work surface with … READ MORE

Bamboos are a group of wood-like, perennial evergreen plants. They are part of the true grass family Poaceae. Bamboos are known for their strength, hardness and lightness.

The use of bamboo depends on its age. They can be eaten when … READ MORE