08 – What is a board foot
Rob Brown explains how hard and soft wood is measured at the lumberyard.
Rob Brown explains how hard and soft wood is measured at the lumberyard.
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Power carving – a practical approach with Rob Brown
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Rob's blog: I have the power!
We all have our favourite parts of woodworking. My favourite thing to do might be adding texture to wood. Right behind that is power carving.
Project: Dollhouse
Making a dollhouse is much like building a conventional house – it takes time and patience. While there are a lot of pieces to this challenging project, they are not overly complicated to cut and assemble.
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How to: Where to buy tools in Canada
Discover where to buy tools in Canada with this practical guide for woodworkers. Learn how to choose the right supplier based on availability, price, and expertise.
How to: Rebuilding the gates on the Rideau Canal
When things work there’s no point in messing with them. That’s been the case for the wooden locks designed by Colonel John By and installed on the Rideau Canal 190 years ago.
Know your tools: Hammers
While hammers and mallets perform similar functions, the major difference between the two is that a hammer has a metal head while a mallet has a wooden or synthetic head.
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