If you’ve got a question about carpentry — tools, materials, or a project that’s giving you trouble — feel free to ask. I’ll do my best to give you a clear, honest answer, and if it’s something others might benefit from, I’ll cover it in a future post
When we built our house, I installed the cheapest entry door that met code, knowing one day I’d replace it with something better. This post walks through the design, material selection, and construction plan for a solid white oak craftsman-style entry door built with traditional mortise and tenon joinery.
"The customer is essentially your employee and your boss at the same time. They pay the bills, but you set the rules. If you let the customer manage your schedule and your process, you’ve already lost. Here is why you must set expectations before the first hammer swings."
A close look at the Lie-Nielsen Bronze No. 4 smoothing plane. Photos, specs, and the story behind finally getting one after years of waiting.