Polycrylic and polyurethane are common finishes that are used for wood projects. But picking which finish to use will come down to own big factor. The difference between polyurethane and polycrylic is that polyurethane can be oil or water based whereas polycrylic is only water based. Using polyurethane or polycrylic will depend on what project…
Recently I used danish oil for a desk I was building. The desk came out great but it took a while for the danish oil smell to go away. It got to a point where I couldn’t be near the desk. I did some research into how to get rid of the danish oil smell…
You might have some butcher block from a long time ago and wonder if it will expire. I’ve used butcher blocks for several years for my wood projects, and here is what I know. Does butcher block oil expire? Butcher block oil does not expire as it is made from food-grade minerals and is non-perishable. Unlike other…
An under the sink water heater is used to get hot water from your sink. It’s a great solution if you don’t want to get into advance plumbing or have a connecting come from somewhere else. But deciding which under the sink water heater to buy can be a touch decision. I’ve spent some time…
Water heaters are common in many homes but exactly do they do? I wanted to learn more about waters like what do they do and how do they work. I did some research and here’s what I found out. A water is a device that is used to generate hot water using a heat source…
In today’s world of hustle and bustle, everyone is busy and working and life can get stressful for the entire family. Taking a family camping trip can be very relaxing and enjoyable for the entire family. There are many different places to go camping and many different vessels to camp in, from a tent…
Finding the best axe for camping and hiking is a very important decision for many outdoor enthusiasts. When walking on many trails or just trekking through the wilderness, it is sometimes necessary to clear out your path or trail so that you can get through some of the thicker brush. When it comes time to…
A tankless water heater is a great investment for your home if you don’t want a large tank or don’t have space for. But deciding which one to buy can be a hard choice. I’ve reviewed a bunch of tankless water heaters and here is what I’ve found out. The best tankless water heater for…
Did you know that water with up to 60mg of calcium or magnesium dissolved in it is classified as hard water? In fact, certain areas go up to 180mg. This means that you need to defeat water hardness, and there are some great water softeners out there to use. You need a nice device to…
When I was working to finish my wood desk, I wasn’t sure what finish to go with. I saw a lot of people mention tung oil. I wanted to learn more about and see if it would fit my needs. Here’s what I’ve found. Tung oil is a wood finish that comes from tung trees….
I wanted to refinish my cabinets and wanted to try on Danish oil as I heard good things about it. But I wasn’t sure if I could even use it. I did some research and here is that I found out. Danish oil can be used on cabinets. Use a cloth or old t shirt…
When deciding between an in ground pool and an above ground pool, it’s helpful to look at the pros and cons of each. After doing hours of research, I’ve put together what I think are the advantages and disadvantages of each type of pool. Here is what I found. The main differences between in ground…
A “do it yourself” water filter using charcoal, sand and gravel is a cool project that everyone should try. It involves gathering some resources and putting it together to create a neat project. Here’s how I do it. In order to create a water filter using charcoal, sand and gravel, fill up an empty water…
I bought a butcher block from home depot for a desk top and stained it. But after staining I noticed some lines perpendicular to the wood and realized these were planer marks. They didn’t look nice I looked for ways to get rid of them. Here’s what I found out. To get rid of planer…
It can frustrating to wait for wood putty to dry Having done hundreds of projects where I’ve used wood putty here is what I know about dry time and how long you should be expected to wait. Let’s dive in. On average, wood putty dries in 28 minutes. Factors such as the size of the…