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Become a better woodworker with these projects, tips and ideas for building furniture, cabinets and other woodworking projects.

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Wood Movement 101: How It Works and How to Control It

Wood movement causes heartbreak when projects crack and warp. Learn how to master these simple techniques and save yourself some nightmares.

56 Brilliant Woodworking Tips for Beginners

Woodworking is a blast, but it can be intimidating for beginners. Luckily, our readers and editors love passing along their...


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How to Build a Porch Swing

Build a cozy haven to escape everyday hustle and bustle with these porch swing plans.


Build a Workbench On a Budget

Build a simple, strong workbench made entirely from 2x4s. It's inexpensive (less than $100) and takes only about four hours...


How To Build Cubby Storage Shelves

These simple storage cubbies can be customized to fit nearly any room of the house.

7 Amazing Woodworking Projects You Can Make for Your Pet

Make your pet happy with these incredible projects ranging from a dog house to a dog bowl.


What Are the Different Types of Plywood Grades?

Plywood is a staple material in the construction and woodworking trades. Here's how to recognize the grades and choose among...

Why You Should Use a Random Orbital Sander for Sanding Cabinets

If you're looking for a smooth finish to your cabinets, reach for your trusty random orbital sander, not a finishing...


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10 Expert Tips for How to Use a Wood Router

Go beyond the basics. Use your wood router to make strong joints, plane edges, cut smooth curves and more.


How To Stain Furniture

Transform furniture with stain and protect it for the long haul.


(Sketch Up) How To Build a Rolling Clamp Rack

As the saying goes, you can never have too many clamps. So let's make something to store them on!

How To Use an Electric Planer

An electric planer shaves and shapes wood like a hand plane, a belt sander and a jointer all rolled into...


How To Build a Bathroom Vanity

A bathroom vanity may seem too complicated for your skill set, but it's probably not. Just follow this sleek design...


How To Make a Wood Serving Board

A wood cutting and serving board is a beginner-friendly project you can complete in one weekend, with minimal tools.


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How To Build a Birdhouse

Get rid of that pile of wood scraps by making this distinctive DIY birdhouse.


How To Make a Bird Feeder

Assemble this DIY feeder with some scrap materials and copper sheeting.

How To Build an Outdoor Dining Cart

Elevate your tableside service at the next family barbecue with this easy-to-make cart.


How To Give Outdoor Wood a Weathered Look in Just a Few Hours

Like the look of worn, antique wood? Learn how to give outdoor wood a beautiful weathered look in just a...


The 5 Best Biscuit Joiners, Tested and Reviewed by a Professional Woodworker

Ready to "take the plunge" and buy a biscuit joiner? We put five leading brands to the test to find...


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8 Essential Tips for Staining Maple Wood

Do you have a maple woodworking project planned? It's tricky. Here's what to know about wood stains for maple and...


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Here’s How To Lighten Stained Wood

Our experts explain how even the dingiest, darkest wood stains can be made lighter and brighter.


Keter Folding Work Table Review: Tested by a Professional Woodworker

Looking for an extra set of hands for your next DIY project? The Keter Folding Work Table might be just...


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How Long Does Wood Stain Take To Dry?

Stains take time to dry, but usually not as long as manufacturers recommend. Simple visual and tactile tests can tell...


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12 Tips for Sanding Wood Faster

Sanding wood can get boring, but you can finish this tedious chore in as much as half the time and...


7 Tips for Cutting Curves in Wood

Whether you’re building a frame for an arched opening, making curved brackets or fashioning arch-top casing, marking and cutting curves...

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How to Fix a Stripped Screw Hole

Stripped screw hole? It happens. Repair it quickly using toothpicks and glue.


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Beginner’s Guide To Reupholstering Furniture

Reupholstering furniture sounds daunting, but you can do it with planning and the right tools.


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How to Remove a Stripped Allen Screw

Got a stripped Allen screw you can't budge? You've come to the right place. One of these methods should do...


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How To Build a Herringbone Wine Rack

What takes two days, three 1x4s and seven bottles of wine? This stylish herringbone-style wine rack!


9 Clever IKEA Billy Bookcase Hacks

Here's how to use IKEA's versatile Billy bookcase to create high-end looks that transform your space on a budget.


10 Pallet Furniture Ideas

You won't believe these rustic furniture pieces are made from pallet wood! We've collected our favorites.