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: Lute of illusions
The original Bosch Lute was made in the 1500s. There is only one of them in the world, but a skilled luthier from Saskatoon completed a very similar lute. Learn how he assembled all the pieces that make up the back of his version of the Bosch Lute.
Know your tools: Biscuit joiner
A biscuit joiner (a.k.a. plate joiner) is a good choice for light- to medium-duty joinery. It’s widely used to assemble panels in cabinet carcass construction, window casings, rail and stile doors, face frames, and furniture.
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