Let’s first establish why you might be interested in getting a jointer and how to use one. If you look at what you typically get at a home center, those boards have already been planed, flattened, trimmed on both sides and down to the correct thickness. That is awesome, but it comes at a cost. A simple 1x6 at a home center where we live is $4.86 per linear foot. An 8ft board with tax is almost $40. If we look at the equivalent in rough-cut form, which is oversized in all dimensions, costs us about $15…for the entire board. So, yes there is some work involved in getting it to look like the bo ..read more

  Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for the DIYer is here! If you are on the hunt to shop for the DIYer or woodworker in your life and you have NO IDEA where to look, we got you! We know shopping for certain hobbies can be quite a challenge, but we are going to show you our favorites items in our shop that make building so much better. iFixit Tool Kit Tool kits run from $29-$75     Not only does iFixit make amazing products, but they are also leading the charge on your right to repair. Have you ever had an electronic break and the only way to fix it is to take it back to the dealer o ..read more

    Are you a nature enthusiast who loves hitting the road and exploring the great outdoors? If so, you've probably considered the idea of owning a camper to enhance your adventures. Among the many options available, teardrop campers have gained immense popularity for their compact size, affordability, and charming retro appearance. But why buy one when you can embark on an exciting journey of building your very own teardrop camper? In this blog post, we'll guide you through the process, from conceptualization to the final touches, as you build your very own teardrop camper. We are ..read more

Sweet summertime is here and we have loads of ideas for some backyard kitchen ideas! We have you covered from built-in outdoor kitchens to DIY outdoor kitchens and DIY grill stations. Here is our Outdoor Kitchen board that has tons of ideas for any budget. Some are to be built in a weekend and others are for the ultimate dream of a backyard kitchen. We have even built a few that also range from a one-day build to something we have been sketching out for a long time. This DIY Grill Cart is a project we did a few years ago and it served its purpose so well! We needed something to hang our grill ..read more

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Watch on YouTube! This post is sponsored by The Home Depot.  Spring has sprung, and we are outside with a new outdoor project! We are currently doing a whole makeover on our backyard and back patio, and this space really needed a privacy fence, not just any privacy fence, but a modern horizontal privacy fence. Our house is a mid-century style, so we are keeping the modern vibe throughout our projects and builds for this home. Materials (affiliate links): Obviously, the amount or quantity of boards depends on your size fence, but this is what we used 2 in. x 6 in. x 8 ft. #2 Prime Southern ..read more

We are back with a full-blown DIY project with a Platform Bed with Storage! Now, this bed is a lot. There are a lot of pieces, a lot of measurements, it's big, but don't let that scare you. We have a full set of plans here that you can grab to help you out. We are so thrilled on how this turned out, so let's get started on sharing how it's done. Materials (affiliate links) (3) 4x8 sheets of plywood. We used Maple.  (1) 2x4x8 (4) 1x4x8 Total Boat Halcyon Clear Gloss Varnish Storage CubesWe ordered 2 packs, so 12 cubes total. Tools (affiliate links) Table Saw ..read more

We built a Modern Murphy Bed that has fluted panels, a shelf on top, and such a good finish! Over the last few weeks, we have been hard at work building this Murphy Bed, or some people like to call it a wall bed, for a client! There are several videos covering this project on our YouTube channel that detail things like how to get a good finish, how we made the fluted panels, and installing in a client’s home. Murphy Bed Build Series ..read more

Lumber prices are going down people!! We built this Modern Farmhouse Dining Table for $100 in wood materials. The last time this happened was in 2017. Honestly, I wouldn’t just say this is a farmhouse table. This would be perfect in a contemporary home (like ours) or even in a modern organic home. Full set of build plans with a cut list and detailed 3D modeled instructions here: https://www.woodbrew.tv/store/p/diy-modern-farmhouse-dining-table-plans    Materials (6) 2x10x8 Southern Yellow Pine Lumber 2-1/2" Screws (48 screws) Solid Color Stain Black Pre-Stain Conditioner ..read more

  Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide for the DIYer is here! If you are on the hunt to shop for the DIYer in your life and you have NO IDEA where to look, we got you! We know shopping for certain hobbies can be quite a challenge, but we are going to show you a few items that are also affordable. iFixit Tool Kit Tool kits run from $29-$75     Not only does iFixit make amazing products, but they are also leading the charge on your right to repair. Have you ever had an electronic break and the only way to fix it is to take it back to the dealer or manufacturer? This is on PURPOSE. iFixit ..read more