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Polyurethane 101

 

Learn how to avoid pesky bubbles.

Help determine the type of polyurethane that you should use and the proper way to apply it.

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Sanding 101

Learn the basics of sanding. Answer the question “What is popping the grain?”

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Slab Wood Buyers Guide

How to scope a good deal. Learn how and where to buy good quality slab wood and live edge wood.

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How to weather wood

Want 100 year old wood but don’t have the patience to wait 100 years? This guide will help you make inexpensive wood look aged. Purina? Nah, this one is all about the Patina.

These woodworking guides fire you up? Ready to go? Dive in with one of our easier projects below!

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CAAMP RecordRecord Holder

A simple and fun DIY project to show off your favorite records.

Difficulty: EASY   

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walnut floating shelf. Shelf with neutral tone wall.Floating Shelves

A great DIY way to add natural elements to a space. It’s also budget friendly woodworking alternative to store bought natural shelves.

Difficulty:

EASY

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