Joiner vs. Jointer: Which to Use?
There is a multitude of woodworking tools out there to choose from, and they all serve very important tasks. Some of these tools may have very similar names, but very …
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Arbored vs. Non-Arbored Hole Saw: Which to Use?
Hole saws are some very convenient tools for carpentry, woodworking, and more. This is something that you have likely heard of before. However, unless you are a pro with many …
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How to Seal MDF with Polyurethane
MDF or medium-density fiberboard is a fairly good building material, a type of engineered wood. That being said, one drawback it has is that it’s not very water-resistant. However, you …
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10 Different Types of Cement
Many people without any construction knowledge confuse cement with concrete and mortar. But cement is the vital binding material that keeps these more complex materials together. Basically, mortar combines cement, …
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How to Flatten Plywood
Plywood is a fantastic building material, as it can be used for a wide variety of purposes. That said, to be useful, it needs to be flat and straight. There’s …
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Pocket Holes in MDF: Possible?
Medium-density fiberboard (MDF) is an engineered wood that incorporates a binder that makes it super-strong. If you’re working with MDF, you can use just about any joint you like, as …
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3-Ply vs. 4-Ply Plywood: Which to Choose?
If you are planning to build something out of wood, plywood is always a great option to consider. It’s almost as good as solid wood, but significantly cheaper, and quite …
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Chop Saw vs. Radial Arm Saw: Which to Use?
When it comes to carpentry, there is a variety of cutting tools that are often put to use. Yes, here we are talking about various types of saws. Specifically, today …
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Can You Sand MDF?
MDF or medium-density fiberboard is a great building material for a number of purposes. It might not be the strongest of all wood types, but it does have a variety …
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