Coloring wood is a process of dying and staining wood. It is an art, a finishing touch to beautiful woodwork. Dying and staining are different processes though and can provide different results. Dying A dye can be synthetic or natural. Natural dyes are those extracted from herbs ad plants such as from indigo, beets, coffee, … Read more
Building a deck is one of the favorites DIY projects that most fathers have. It is ambitious yet very rewarding when done correctly. Imagine having a deck without paying someone to build it for you. Before embarking on this ambitious project though, here are some tips that you can use to build a great and … Read more
Dangers of Wood Dust Health authorities in Canada have warned woodworkers of the hazards of constant exposure to wood dust. As the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety and the International Agency for Research on Cancer put it, wood naturally contains dangerous chemicals such as molds, fungi, and bacteria. Because of the dangers associated … Read more
Ebonizing Wood Ebonizing is a process of staining wood naturally without affecting its natural beauty. It is a way to put emphasis on your wood’s graphic look. Ebonizing is also called iron staining. 1. Things to Consider When Ebonizing The wood to use Ebonizing relies on iron and how it will react with the wood’s … Read more