If you have hardwood flooring, you know how annoying drag marks can be. They can be caused by a variety of things, including furniture and pets, and they can be tough to remove. There are a number of various methods on how to remove drag marks from hardwood floors, depending on how severe they are….
Pressure treated wood is a popular choice for outdoor projects because of its resistance to rot and decay. Although it is designed for outdoor use, some people may choose to use it for indoor projects as well. If you are one of those people, it is important to know that there are some things you…
Painting your home gives it a new and aesthetically pleasing look, but we end up battling with the smell coming from it. Emulsion paint smell is generated by various paint components including solvents in paint evaporating, which happens during the paint drying process, through pigments that create color, binders to help the paint dry fast,…
Polyurethane is one of the most critical sealants available, and one that you should consider having in the home. Applying polyurethane finish on woods, such as a painted piece of furniture or floorings has several advantages, like prolonging the wood’s lifespan, adding beauty to the wood texture, etc. However, one common question people keep asking…
When painting a new or freshly-primed surface, how many coats of paint over primer should be applied? This is a question that often confuses homeowners, as there are a variety of conflicting opinions on the matter. Applying two or more coats of paint to a surface will cost more, but your coat will last 3-5…
How to Fill Cracks in Wood Before Painting? Cracks may seem rather unattractive at one point in time or the other. There are, however, several products available that you could use to maintain a damaged piece of wood from undergoing more damages. Not only would filling cracks give your wood a beautifying enhancement, but it…
Applying paints on cabinets can be challenging if the right sprayer isn’t used. Most people use paintbrushes to apply paint, but the finishing isn’t always perfect. Plus, you get to spend more time than required in painting. But with the right sprayer, painting becomes more fun, and you get to finish faster than when using…
Are you wondering, what’s a strop? Like, is there a difference between Stropping and Sharpening? Which come first, Stroping or sharpening? What are the best strops? What makes a right strop? How do I get my kitchen utensils as sharp as new? A lot of people have been in your shoes too. The first time…
CNC routers are generally used to make cutting or engravings on soft materials such as plastics, glass, foams, woods, acrylics. With the increasing demand for home and industrial creativities, there exist many brands of CNC routers. There are professional CNC routers or industrial CNC routers that are best for small and large businesses and DIY…
Wood can be a tedious piece to work with. Either you’re painting a mere wooden sign or beautifying furniture. It might be tiring getting straight, perfect lettering on a wooden surface. This task requires a lot of preparation, patience, and proper painting materials. Stenciling is a form of art that creates a feeling of creativity as…
Wooden furniture and floors give warmth and natural charm to any room, but they can become discolored and faded with time. You might be tempted to restore ancient hardwood floors that don’t look as good as they once did. This, though, maybe a lot of labor and it can also be expensive. If you’re not…
