Add Texture. Most modern hardwood flooring is texturized to mimic real wood. Run a toothpick along the repair while it’s still wet to make small lines that resemble wood grain. This prevents a smooth ...

Among my favorite lathe projects is a lamp. They’re not difficult, but I recommend proficiency in using a skew chisel. Turning a lamp is basically turning a spindle. I may incur the wrath of bowl ...

A good wood turning gouge isn’t just sharp — it’s precise, balanced, and built to last. Instead of buying one, I forged this tool from raw steel. From shaping the profile to heat treating and grinding ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Makita and Ryobi are both popular tool brands that offer many of the same products, but they're certainly not interchangeable. Makita has been ...