These pieces must follow the grain To achieve the highest strength, and must be perfectly straight after turning — and stay straight in use. We do get a few rejects. Any ideas? A. You ask several ...

We all know lumber comes from trees, but trees were not designed for lumber. Man has to take something that naturally grows in a cylindrical shape, dry it out and make it rectangular. It’s a peculiar ...

Wood ash can be a valuable addition to your garden soil, bringing with it essential nutrients like potassium and phosphorus. In fact, ashes from your wood-burning fireplace can improve your garden’s ...