Those who love wood know that finding the perfect curvature is almost impossible. Only some lucky ones have managed to give it shape until they get a parable as beautiful as it is resistant. But no master cabinetmaker has achieved what Xabier with … [Read more...] about Hobowood: wood crafts and innovation
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Wood joints for traction
We continue our analysis of wood joints for traction systems. Although it seems very sophisticated, in reality "only" are the joints that allow us to stretch two wood pieces. They are the opposite to the past post we saw, where the unions supported … [Read more...] about Wood joints for traction
Types of Woodworking Joints without screws
If you like the world of woodworking, you probably know about woodworking joints. Generally, the most common is to use screws or some type of adhesive. But it is not always possible or necessary. For example, you can build the structure of a pergola … [Read more...] about Types of Woodworking Joints without screws
Mortise: the best tool for strong jobs
Is that a chisel? Is it a gouge? No, it's a mortise. Despite the possible confusions, the mortise is the best tool for strong jobs. It may look like a traditional chisel or even a gouge, but we will explain you the main differences. The mortise … [Read more...] about Mortise: the best tool for strong jobs
Essential gouges for carpenters
The gouges and carpentry chisels may look something very similar, even from the same family. But however much they resemble, they are not the same. We advance that they are part of every carpentry tools box and they are basic for the common wood … [Read more...] about Essential gouges for carpenters
Wood carving tools
If in the past post we talked about the basic tools, today we talk about woodworking tools for wood carving. Although it seems contradictory, wood carving requires a lot of specialization and there is a wide catalogue of products to shape the … [Read more...] about Wood carving tools
