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Large or Small Format Photo Frames

Put your favourite photos on display with these easy-to-make photo frames. Use 6 or 9mm plywood and clear acrylic or glass sheets to make each floating photo frame. The nice...

Put your favourite photos on display with these easy-to-make photo frames. Use 6 or 9mm plywood and clear acrylic or glass sheets to make each floating photo frame. The nice...

Restore antique furniture

While restoring a genuine antique is usually a job for a professional, it is possible to tackle wear and tear on everyday items yourself. You only need a few materials and supplies...

While restoring a genuine antique is usually a job for a professional, it is possible to tackle wear and tear on everyday items yourself. You only need a few materials and supplies...

How to use dowel centres

I have received a few enquiries from readers asking how to use dowel centers. It’s actually very easy and after the first time you will be using dowels a lot...

I have received a few enquiries from readers asking how to use dowel centers. It’s actually very easy and after the first time you will be using dowels a lot...

How to use a circular saw

A hand-held circular saw is one of the basic tools that should be in any DIY enthusiasts workshop. With it you can cut any kind of timber and board quickly and accurately....

A hand-held circular saw is one of the basic tools that should be in any DIY enthusiasts workshop. With it you can cut any kind of timber and board quickly and accurately....

How to take care of your power tools

Power tools are essential for maintaining and improving your home, and it pays to invest in quality tools that will not only do the job, but will last as well. Regular maintenance...

Power tools are essential for maintaining and improving your home, and it pays to invest in quality tools that will not only do the job, but will last as well. Regular maintenance...

How to stain and seal a raw pine table

How to stain and seal a raw pine table How to give new, inexpensive pine furniture an antique finish for a fraction of the cost than store pre-sealed – if you...

How to stain and seal a raw pine table How to give new, inexpensive pine furniture an antique finish for a fraction of the cost than store pre-sealed – if you...