Richard Matthew

Richard Matthew

I am a passionate woodworker with hands-on experience, dedicated to sharing valuable woodworking tips and insights to inspire and assist fellow craft enthusiasts.

Why Fatwood Is the Ultimate Fire Starter

Fatwood

If you’ve ever attempted to light a fire using wet wood, you understand the frustration it can cause. Wet newspaper fails. Cardboard smokes. Chemical starters smell bad. That’s where fatwood changes everything. But fatwood is frequently known as nature’s perfect kindling. It…

Why Accoya Wood Is Worth Every Penny

Why Accoya Wood Is Worth Every Penny

If you’ve ever worked with regular wood then you are familiar with the common issues. It swells in rain. It shrinks in summer heat. Paint peels. Termites attack. Rot slowly sets in. Accoya wood was developed specifically to overcome these challenges. They’re…

The Truth About Solid Oak Flooring

Solid Oak Flooring

Some home upgrades look good for a few years. Solid oak flooring looks good for a lifetime. We love real oak underfoot, and there’s something special about it. It is warm, strong and permanent. And unlike trendy styles of flooring that emerge…

Why Birdseye Maple Wood Is So Rare and Stunning

Why Birdseye Maple Wood Is So Rare and Stunning

Birdseye maple is one of the world’s most distinctive woods. The first time you see it, it catches your eye. Its a tiny eye shaped dots over a pale creamy background. As light shifts, the wood appears to shimmer. Birdseye maple has been cherished…