What's the Best Wood for a School Buddy Bench?
I've been assigned to build a Buddy Bench for a local elementary school, but I'm not sure which type of wood would be best. Here are the important…
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What's the Deal with Hand Planing Pressure-Treated Cedar?
I have some pressure-treated 4x4s that I've rough milled down to 1x4 for an outdoor furniture project. They're not as flat as I need them to be, and…
Is Pressure Treated Wood Safe for Outdoor Tables Near Food?
I just finished building a table for my Big Green Egg that's going to stay outside and uncovered, but I used pressure treated wood. A friend mentioned that…
What's the best way to weatherproof a wooden bench?
Hey everyone! I built a bench about 1-2 years ago, and it's looking worse for wear due to the rain and sun. Since I'm not really skilled in…
Is Minwax Tung Oil Suitable for Outdoor Acacia Furniture?
I'm considering using Minwax Tung Oil to protect some budget outdoor furniture made from acacia, but I've learned that this product is mainly for indoor use. I'm open…
Can Douglas Fir or Pine Last for Outdoor Furniture?
I'm considering making an outdoor table, but cedar is costing me around $400 for an 8x3 table, which kind of defeats the point of building it myself to…
Best Wood for a Picnic Table in Iowa? Finishing Tips Needed!
I'm planning to build a picnic table using a metal kit I found for about $60. I have a couple of wood options in mind: green treated 2x6…
Market Umbrella vs. Patio Umbrella: What's the Real Difference?
I'm working on sprucing up my backyard seating area and realized I have no idea what sets a market umbrella apart from a patio umbrella. I always thought…
Do You Leave Your Garden Cushions Out Overnight?
I'm curious about what everyone does with their garden cushions when it's time to wrap up for the night. Do you actually leave them out, or do you…
What's the Best Wood for Building Outdoor Furniture?
I'm planning to build some outdoor furniture and need suggestions on the best type of wood to use for durability and weather resistance. I've been considering cedar or…
Cedar vs. Doug Fir for Building Durable Outdoor Furniture
I'm planning to build a patio furniture set for the upcoming summer, and since I live in the Pacific Northwest, it will need to withstand some rain. While…