We all know lumber comes from trees, but trees were not designed for lumber. Man has to take something that naturally grows in a cylindrical shape, dry it out and make it rectangular. It’s a peculiar ...

Wood stain can be used for many different applications — from flooring to decks and fences, furniture to wooden crafts, there's a way to bring out the beauty and protect the wood in countless projects ...

Why Won't the Varnish Dry? Whether you are building a piece of furniture from scratch or completing a renovation project, the varnish coat usually marks the end of the job. For a beautiful result, the ...

Q. Due to a recent severe storm with lots of rain, some of our kiln-dried lumber in storage has increased its moisture above the acceptable moisture content. How can we dry this out? A. Redrying ...

A friend says that among his most satisfying moments are those he stands contemplating his pile of firewood. He inhales the sweetness of birch, the tang of aspen and the sharp bite of spruce while he ...