Woodworking and DIY Tips and Tutorials
I’ve been thinking about making a picnic table for a while. I’ve always wondered: Is pressure treated wood safe for picnic tables? Or other outdoor furniture? So I did a little research and here’s what I found. The short answer: It depends. If you’re using older treated lumber that contains Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) then…
You’ve probably heard about kickback on a tablesaw. Did you know that you can experience kickback with a circular saw as well? This can be very dangerous, but the good news is that it’s very controllable once you understand the underlying cause and effect. So, I thought it would be good to put together an…
I love this simple and elegant bench, originally designed by Aldo Leopold, who is considered the father of wildlife management. I hope you enjoy this post: Leopold Bench Tutorial and Plans. I’ll show you step-by-step how to make the bench, and I’ll use plenty of photos. Only a few basic tools are required and the…
The adirondack chair is stylish, comfortable and fairly easy to make. Picture one on your porch or around your fire pit. I enjoy sitting in mine while reading a book and sipping on some Georgia sweet tea. So far, I’ve made two of these beautiful chairs and learned new woodworking skills with each project. Below,…
Here’s another cool project for your kitchen and coffee lovers you know. It’s a hand crank coffee grinder. I’m mounting the grinder on a piece of mesquite wood, and the wood will be glued over the jar lid. Open the little door on the grinder, toss in the beans, and turn the crank. Enjoy a…
