A Japanese plane has a very efficient design. It needs only four parts to work, far less than a Stanley No. 4 plane. A Japanese plane is also very easy to hold and operate, but a variety of methods have been used to improve the grip. One model adds rounded grooves into the sides for the fingers to rest. Another wraps the top handle in fabric. Planes can be found with user modifications, such as a … [Read more...]
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Shopmade racks simplify finishing
You wouldn't think that the racks you need to simplify finishing could be found in a Chinese restaurant. But, their design is actually perfect, it holds different pieces apart with the way that the wood is designed, and keeps hold of the materials with the wire mesh that covers the opening of these wooden frames. You can probably make your own with this design in mind because finishing is probably … [Read more...]
What is Mango Wood? Features and Uses
Mango wood has many benefits and that is why it is so popular among consumers. It is easy to access it because of its popularity, and it is also very affordable. The color is also another popular part of mango wood, because it is appealing visually. The color of the wood is unlike any other. This particular type of wood is also hard and sturdy and healthy from the environment, it is derived from … [Read more...]
Illusion Cabinet
You can make a cabinet that can fit together well, by putting it together with notches and outer parts that fit into those notches. You will want to carefully measure all parts of the cabinet in order to make sure all the parts fit perfectly. Once you have your notches and holes lined up perfectly then you will want to put them together, sand all the parts down if necessary and you can fit the … [Read more...]
Mid-century Coffee Table
Classic coffee tables are easy on the eyes as well as highly functional. They are sleek and classic and have a nice design that allow you to see the construction of the table and how reinforced the top of it is. You will know how functional it is when you lay your eyes on it. The parts of the coffee table all come together to form a cohesive unit that can be used to spruce up your living … [Read more...]
Wall-hanging Router Bit Cabinet
You can design and build your own cabinet, with the right tools and ideas in mind. You will want to lay out everything that you want to store to make sure that your built cabinet is going to be efficient enough to store all of the items that you want. Pay careful attention to what you want the front of it to look like and that all your measurements are accurate. You will also want to pay careful … [Read more...]