Nitrocellulose Lacquer — Is It Still the Best?
Sam Wood Worker
Woodworkers are drawn to finishes that will make wood look richer, glossier and more alive. That happens to be what Nitrocellulose lacquer has been doing for almost a century. It dries…
Sam Wood Worker
Spruce vs Pine:Which Wood Should You Use? A Practical Guide
When it comes to choosing lumber for a project—whether it be for your garden shed or your beautiful indoor furniture, you can’t beat hardwoods over softwoods. Spruce and pine are two…
Read This PU Sealer Guide before You Finish Any Wood
Wood adds a warm and natural feel to any room, but, without proper protection, it can be scratched or stained by shoe marks and furniture legs or faded from exposure to…
Wipe-On Poly Made Simple: Smooth, Strong, Stunning finish
Wipe-on polyurethane—often called “wipe-on poly”—is the go-to finish when you want the toughness of polyurethane with the easy, streak-free application of an oil finish. It’s thinned so you can apply…
Yew Trees Explained: Small, Strong, and Full of Secrets
Have you ever seen a dark green bush or tree growing happily even in the deep shade of a garden? That is probably a yew tree. Yew trees belong to…
Araucaria Trees: A Simple Guide to These Iconic Evergreens
Have you ever wandered through a garden and spotted a tree that appears as though it’s from dinosaur times? That is the Araucaria tree. It’s like a “living fossil” because it has…
Redwood Trees: The Incredible Story behind the Tallest Trees
If you ever stand under a redwood tree, you feel something special. You look up, your neck goes back, your mouth opens a little, and suddenly the world becomes quiet.…
Larch Wood Cutting Boards: Pros, Cons and Comparison
If you’ve been in the market for a new cutting board, chances are you’re familiar with your standard options: maple, walnut or bamboo. But there is another contender that’s quietly starting…
Larch Wood: Properties, Uses, Pros, Cons & Expert Tips
As you begin to look up wood for outdoor projects, siding, decking and even furniture Larch wood will keep making its way back into your view. And there is good reason for…
Mopane Wood: Uses, Pro’s, Con’s, Comparison
If you’ve spent any time exploring exotic hardwoods, whether for woodworking, furniture-making, outside structures or even higher end firewood, you’ve likely heard of Mopane wood. Mopane is renowned for it’s incredible…