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More than a year ago, before I joined the staff, Megan Fitzpatrick and I talked about an article I wanted …

Rollers Ease Plywood Storage Before I installed these rollers, sliding plywood in and out of my storage rack used to …

The Way Wood Works: Reading Grain Direction By Tom Caspar “Going against the grain” is a familiar phrase. It means…

Tips for Buying and Using Rough Lumber Buy smart to get the best deals and the best wood. By Tim …

Figured Cherry Spectacular wood and where to get it. By Dave Munkittrick Nature truly is the greatest artist and figured …

The Way Wood Works: Curly Wood How to buy, machine and finish this amazing wood. By Tom Caspar Hidden within …

Butternut Tips for working with black walnut's blond cousin.  By Tim Johnson Butternut is one of our prettiest domestic hardwoods,…

        Whenever you’re looking for some wood with “wow” appeal, consider lacewood. Large rays create the intricate, lace-like …

        In my basement shop every square inch counts! Out of necessity I found a wealth of unused space …