Stabilizing and Bending of WOOD for the Hobbyist

Stabilizing and Bending of WOOD for the Hobbyist Lumber scraps and cross-sections of angle cuts sawed from small logs or large limbs can be made into attractive items, but only if the wood is first treated with polymers and then properly seasoned, or if the wood is initially seasoned following special techniques. These treatments and … [Read more…]

Wood – Its Nature and Properties for Woodworking

Wood – Its Nature and Properties for Woodworking For most cabinetmakers and furniture makers, wood is the raw material of choice. Wood has thousands of uses. Although wood may appear to be a relatively simple substance, closer examination shows that wood is one of the most complicated and unusual natural materials. The more you know … [Read more…]