How to keep your timber safe with correct wood storage
Timber is expensive, so why let it warp, rot, or get infested before you even use it? Proper wood storage protects your investment and ensures your projects turn out right. The proper…
Wood oil finishes: pros, cons and application
Whilst the occasional piece gets left unfinished, most wooden furniture has a coating of some description applied at some point in its operational lifespan. There are many different types of wood finishes…
Sustainability in carpentry: eco-friendly materials and best practice
The carpentry and woodworking industry stands at a crossroads of tradition and innovation. As awareness of climate change and environmental responsibility grows, cabinet makers and carpenters play a critical role in building…
A guide to choosing wood for cabinet making
Whether you are a professional or a DIYer, selecting the correct timber is essential to any furniture design project, especially when it comes to wood for cabinet making. The type of timber…
Garage cabinets: design ideas and tips for custom garage storage
When it comes to organising your garage, to fully maximise storage capabilities it’s well worth considering custom making garage storage cabinets. Whether it’s about decluttering tools or just organising equipment, garage cabinets…
How to choose the best wood for your table
Whether you are making or buying your new table, the choice of the wood it will be made from is crucial to ensure your new acquisition is fit for the job you…
Smart solutions for wood waste in the woodworking industry
Wood waste has always been a problem for the woodworking industry, particularly for businesses that are striving to reduce costs and their environmental impacts. With the world’s growing awareness of the importance…
Import SketchUp files to VCarve Pro
VCarve Pro is a powerful CNC software known for its versatility and usability in CNC routing. One of VCarve’s standout features is its ability to import models from other design software, such…
Types of rocking chair designs
The concept of a rocking piece of furniture goes back thousands of years, an example exists from the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum. However, these examples were mainly for rocking and soothing…
Common woodwork manufacturing problems and solutions for cabinet makers
The following article focuses on common cabinet making problems that workshops may come across. Through our experience, and communication with industry professionals, we have developed this as a guide for cabinet makers…