Whether you’re renovating an old house like I am or installing trim in your new dream home, plinth blocks can add an element of sophistication
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I’m in the middle of my latest redecorating project which involves stripping wallpaper that’s older than me, giving the room a fresh new paint job

I just had a very good question from a reader on my “Cabinet Crown Moulding Tips” post so I figured the best way to answer

Like most DIYers, I’m not a master woodworker…not by a long shot. While I fully appreciate the inherent beauty and strength of well-crafted dovetail, mortise

I’m working on a new woodworking project that involved cutting through-slots for bolts in a couple of boards. The two boards will act as adjustable

When I built the railings for our veranda project, I pre-painted all the components before assembly. Pre-painting allows you prime the end cuts to prevent

Stopped flutes are one of my favourite woodworking details. They add an air of sophistication that can turn a nice design into an eye-catching heirloom.

I just read a discussion thread on the Canadian Woodworking forum where the question asked was: “Ditra for kitchen flooring – Is it worth it?”

The stopped chamfer is an elegant and easy-to-make detail, commonly used on furniture, cabinets, railing balusters and posts. Stopped chamfers are fast and easy to

The much anticipated visit of our infant grand-niece recently inspired us to clear out a spare bedroom in our old farmhouse and turn it into