Mar 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
Wood veneer is a great product and is easy to work with if you know the basic techniques for applying and finishing it. I talk about the difference between paper backed veneers that are applied with contact cement and peel and stick veneer. Learn the tips for applying...
Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
I show you the process I use to spray lacquer and get perfect paint lines when finishing a piece of furniture with both paint and a natural wood finish. I made this cabinet with walnut veneer on the outside and paint on the inside to create a nice contract and a...
Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Here’s a fun beginner lathe project showing you how to turn a French rolling pin. Using a wide sanding block with very coarse paper is a simple way to shape wood on the lathe. This “lathe hack” allows you to create a smooth cylinder without any...
Jan 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
After recently installing the Panasonic HomeHawk outdoor home monitoring system on my barn, it made sense to try the unique HomeHawk FLOOR Smart Home Monitoring System for indoor home monitoring. Just like the outdoor system, the FLOOR seemed to be simple, reliable...
Jan 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Every home and property needs to be protected, no matter how safe the area you live in seems to be. So I was excited to get my hands on Panasonic’s HomeHawk wireless monitoring system to test out this great alternative to the standard Security Camera systems....
Aug 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
In this final episode of the Mendham New Jersey reclaimed wood barn series, I visit with Anthony at the Real Antique Wood Mill to go over the process once the wood from the barn leaves the job site and arrives at the mill. We look at the different types and species...
May 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
Welding is becoming more and more popular in the maker community so I thought it would be fun to show some of my steel sculptures and talk a little bit about the artists who inspired me as a sculptor. Here’a a video talking about the sculptures in my yard, and...
Apr 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
To get my lawn ready for spring, I’m using Scott’s Foundation Soil Improver, which is a new product that’s available exclusively at Ace Hardware. Scott’s Foundation improves soil quality to make grass grow better and loosens soil compaction,...
Mar 24, 2019 | Uncategorized, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects
I get started building this small bookcase, which is a great woodworking project that follows a classic and pretty basic design. I use Quarter Sawn White Oak for the legs, top and small bead molding at the bottom of the bookcase, and will give that a natural finish. ...
Mar 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
Here’s the how-to video and step-by-step instructions showing you how to get perfect tight-fitting miters every time. Step 1: Create a 45 degree angle on the end of the bead molding you’re using and mark that with a pencil. Step 2: Line up...
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