Whitewashing wood is a great way to create a beautiful, weathered look on any home project. While it may look like it’s difficult and involved, getting a whitewashed finish is actually much easier than you may have thought. Today, we’ll cover everything you need to know about how to whitewash wood, and by the time you’re … Read more
Oil-based polyurethane varnish is shiny and beautiful and truly brings out the outstanding inherent properties of the wood on which it is being sprayed on. However, it is one of the most difficult types of varnish to apply. In this video, watch Darbin Notes who how to spray polyurethane for faster, mess-free coverage on your … Read more
There are a lot of situations you might run into that require you to cut wire. Maybe you’re working on an electrical project that needs wires cut and stripped, or maybe you’re attempting to cut through heavier-gauge wire such as that found on wire shelving. Whatever the case, it can be slightly intimidating to cut wire for … Read more
One cool dad shows us how to build a really awesome tree house without a tree and with as “little work as possible.” Check out these easy-to-follow steps to do your own DIY treehouse without a tree. Once you get up to the top of the ladder, you’re in sort of a “cage” because there … Read more
If you’ve been thinking about buying a new chainsaw, a Stihl is an excellent choice. Known for their dependability and performance, these highly rated chainsaws are considered the first choice by many chainsaw users. But the question is where to find a Stihl chainsaw for sale? You’ve come to the right place if you are … Read more
There’s a reason that the professionals charge so much to build stairs – it’s a difficult and time-consuming project. Although it can certainly be done willy-nilly, it’s essential to put proper preparation, planning, and double-checking into it if you want the finished product to look nice and last for a long time. Sure, every part of the … Read more
Candles are a beautiful accent that can add warmth to any room in your home. They can also wreak havoc on your table, wood floors, or furniture if you ever happen to knock one over. Unlike other materials, which can be cleaned up quickly and easily, the question of how to remove wax from wood … Read more
Making rustic looking wooden coasters for your drinks is a fairly simple DIY project. The idea actually comes from a YouTube video by ThisWoodworker and I want to highlight some of the key points and also encourage you to ‘call an audible’ if needed and make your own customizations to the coasters. After all, it’s going to … Read more
We’re going to show you how to make a simply wooden box out of construction-grade plywood. This is really a fairly simple project and one you can do over and over again if you’d like to make these as gifts or even add some stylish touches like chalkboard paint and sell them. Frankly, this box could be … Read more
Perhaps you have a dead tree in the yard or a tree that’s growing too close to power lines. Or, maybe you’re just looking to change the look of your yard. Whatever the case may be, there’s a good chance that you’ll need to know how to cut a tree down at some point as … Read more
You may have heard the term “dowel rod”. Well, a dowel is more-or-less a miniature version of a dowel rod. The more common name for the miniature “rods” is “dowel pins”, and they most often are made of wood, plastic or metal. The small, solid, cylindrical shape makes this pin versatile and it is used for many … Read more
If you have a wood-burning fireplace, then learning how to cut firewood is an indispensable trick. Not only is cutting your own firewood economical, but it’s also environmentally friendly, highly rewarding, and a great workout to boot. But, like any project that requires operating a chainsaw, cutting your own firewood can easily feel intimidating. After … Read more