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How to Get Steam Stains Out of a Wood Table
Building tables is one of my favorite DIY furniture projects to do. I love creating a …
The Best Finish for a Wood Kitchen Table
Tables have always been some of my favorite pieces of furniture to build. Having the …
How to Paint Built-In Bookshelves the Easy Way
Painting bookshelves is a great way to completely change the look and feel of a room. …
The Best Way to Get a Smooth Paint Finish on Cabinets
Over the years of completing many DIY projects, I have found the perfect step-by-step …
Face Grain Cutting Board from Scrap Wood with a Juice Groove
I always love finding ways to repurpose scrap wood into something beautiful and useful. I …
How to Make a Wooden Cigar Ashtray
Today, I’m going to share how to make your own handmade wooden cigar ashtray. The …
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The Best Shelf Pin Drilling Jig: Easy and Accurate
In a recent mudroom hall tree build, I wanted more organization in the upper cabinet portion, so I decided to add adjustable shelves. I did this by drilling shelf pin holes and I used the CabinetMate Jig from Milescraft. True to Milescraft form, they created the perfect tool that is incredibly simple to use and …
How to Install Drawer Slides on Face Frame Cabinets
Installing drawer slides on face-frame cabinets is a very simple and easy process, thanks to the DrawerJig from Milescraft. This jig allows you to quickly, flawlessly, and accurately install soft-close, ball-bearing drawer slides in cabinets. In this article, I will cover all you need to know about using this drawer slide jig. Face Frame vs. …
How to Install European Hinges on Face Frame Cabinets
Concealed European hinges for cabinets are a great way to create a beautiful and clean look for cabinet doors. These hinges do just what the name implies – they conceal the hinges from the outside, creating a sleek and minimal look. In a recent mudroom hall tree build, I installed cabinet doors over the coat …
Best Way to Cut a Perfect Circle in Wood
I recently finished up a furniture building project where I needed to make a perfect circle for a table top. This table top was for a round end table that was a knockoff of Studio McGee’s Cora Side Table. Check out the post on how to make a side table here. In order to cut …