by The Wood Craftsman | Jan 24, 2019 | About Wood, Blog
CNC machines are electrically powered mechanical devices that use machine tools to shape materials such as wood or metal with the guidance of a pre-programmed set of instructional inputs. CNC is an acronym that stands for Computer Numerical Control, which refers to...
by The Wood Craftsman | Sep 11, 2018 | About Wood, Wood Crafting
A wood lathe is a machine that is ancient in its simplest form. And yet, today can incorporate more technology than most think is possible. It’s for this reason that the skills used to operate them aren’t generally thought of as being easy to come by....
by The Wood Craftsman | Apr 6, 2018 | About Wood, Best Wood for Furniture
Of the different wood textures and types, plywood is particularly sought after by woodworkers for a number of purposes because of its durability and flexibility. In this piece, we will examine several of the different plywood textures and types, so that you can have a...
by The Wood Craftsman | Mar 9, 2018 | About Wood, Wood Finishes
A solid finish is a cherry on top of that special woodworking project. It provides a workpiece with that sleek look that you would certainly miss if it were not there. Danish oil is one particular type of wood finishing oil that you should seriously consider using on...
by The Wood Craftsman | Feb 23, 2018 | Best Wood for Furniture
Walnut is a dark and classic style of wood that looks great when used to make bedroom or living room furniture. Woodworkers love using it because it is easy to shape and cut which allows them to be more creative with their final design. But there are some downsides to...
by The Wood Craftsman | Feb 23, 2018 | Best Wood for Furniture
If you are interested in redecorating your home and would like to upgrade your current tired and outdated furniture with something that will withstand the test of time, you should consider adding oak wood furniture pieces. Oak wood is a strong and durable material...
