Materials & Supplies

All about Materials and Supplies in woodworking


Baltic Birch vs. Birch Plywood: What's the Difference?

Baltic Birch vs. Birch Plywood: What's the Difference?

Baltic birch vs. regular birch plywood: Learn the differences in core construction, strength, stability, cost, and which is best for … Read More

Gator Sandpaper Review: Ceramic Sheets & PowerNet Discs

Gator Sandpaper Review: Ceramic Sheets & PowerNet Discs

Not all sandpaper performs the same way. We take a closer look at five Gator sanding products, including Reptilion ceramic … Read More

Router Pattern Bits Explained: Types, Sizes & Uses

Router Pattern Bits Explained: Types, Sizes & Uses

Router pattern bits do much more than follow templates. Learn how bearing location, cutting length, diameter, and flute design affect … Read More

Upscaled Screw Container

Upscaled Screw Container

A Simple Way to Corral the Containers that Screws Come In. Read More

Choosing the Best Plywood for Woodworking: Baltic Birch, Veneer Core & MDF

Choosing the Best Plywood for Woodworking: Baltic Birch, Veneer Core & MDF

Not all plywood is created equal. Here’s how Baltic birch, veneer-core plywood, MDF-core plywood, and MDF compare — and how … Read More

UHMW Tape & Grip Tape: 2 Handy Woodworking Shop Tips

UHMW Tape & Grip Tape: 2 Handy Woodworking Shop Tips

Two specialty tapes can make a big difference in your shop. Learn how UHMW slick tape and high-friction guard tape … Read More

3 Types of Woodworking Tape Every Shop Needs

3 Types of Woodworking Tape Every Shop Needs

Tape does more than hold things together. Discover three useful woodworking tapes for securing templates, preventing tearout, and attaching veneers. Read More

Cutting a Mystery Elm on my Norwood HD36

Cutting a Mystery Elm on my Norwood HD36

Cutting a log on the Norwood HD36 Read More

Assembling a Norwood HD36 Sawmill

Assembling a Norwood HD36 Sawmill

Assembling a Norwood HD36 Sawmill Read More

An Arborist can be your Best Asset!

An Arborist can be your Best Asset!

Making friends with an Arborist can be a great way to get cheap (or free) material! Read More

The Ugly Duckling Log

The Ugly Duckling Log

From a free, punky log to amazing slabs! Read More

Types of Pine Wood: Species, Grades & Best Uses

Types of Pine Wood: Species, Grades & Best Uses

Not all pine lumber is created equal. Learn how white pine, southern yellow pine, and western yellow pine differ in … Read More

How to Choose Lumber for Woodworking: 4 Essential Tips

How to Choose Lumber for Woodworking: 4 Essential Tips

Great woodworking starts at the lumberyard. Learn four tips for choosing boards with the right grain, color, and quality for … Read More

Maple Wood for Woodworking: Hard, Soft & Figured Maple

Maple Wood for Woodworking: Hard, Soft & Figured Maple

Maple is strong, readily available, and remarkably versatile. Learn the differences between hard and soft maple, explore striking figured varieties, … Read More

Demystifying Mahogany

Demystifying Mahogany

When choosing wood for a classic project, mahogany can’t be beat. Here’s what you need to know before heading to … Read More