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PRACTICAL TIPS FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT DIY-ERS AND CRAFT ENTHUSIASTS

5 Ways to Make Homemade Picture Frames

5 Ways to Make Homemade Picture Frames

  It was about 2 days before Christmas and my wife told me that we needed 4 large picture frames for the kids playroom and it was going to be part of their Christmas presents.  The problem was… We had already blown the Christmas budget and I had no time to build anything extravagant! I … Read more

How to Choose the Right Wood for your DIY Project

  Choosing the Right Wood for a Project There are two main things to look for when you are searching for the right wood for your DIY or craft project.  You need to decide which kind of grain you are looking for, and if you need a hard or a soft wood.  It is important … Read more

How to Get the Smoothest Finish on your Painted Furniture

How to Get the Smoothest Finish on Painted Furniture

I have been painting furniture and cabinets for years.  I have also been refinishing and building furniture and of course, I want the smoothest, most professional finish on my projects.  I quickly learned that I absolutely had no choice but to use a spray gun for the smoothest finish possible.  I have used all methods … Read more

Choosing the Right Table Saw- What to Look For

Nearly all table saws will fall into two main categories.  They will either be a  “contractor saw” or “cabinet saw.”  Your budget, available space, and what type of work you plan on doing will determine what type of saw you should purchase. A contractor saw is light and portable and is limited on how large … Read more

How to Build Simple Crates

While I usually have a tendency to make projects more difficult by demanding perfection, I think crate boxes have more character with some imperfections.  I purposefully did not sand the cedar planks, and did not try to match my corners perfectly.  Although, I did nail and glue the joints to make sure that they last … Read more