I found this object in a thrift shop. It is solid wood, 12 inches tall, and weighs 1.5 pounds. front | back [more inside]
posted by shannonm on Dec 19, 2009 - 11 answers

Recommend me a preferably UK-based wooden engagement ring seller. [more inside]
posted by Nufkin on Nov 2, 2009 - 8 answers

Where can I find woodworking plans or guides for creating outdoor furniture with a minimum of fasteners? [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Sep 8, 2009 - 13 answers

we are looking for any information on wood from the Mexico/Belize/Guatemala area. Local, sustainable, tough wood suitable for furniture making. Is anyone familiar with types; sources; properties; suppliers; or anyone who has worked with wood from the area? Organizations working on these issues? Woodworkers with knowledge? Want to be informed and responsible here; not contribute to the problem. [more inside]
posted by ebesan on Jul 16, 2009 - 6 answers

How can I get an awesome engraved diploma? [more inside]
posted by mhz on May 9, 2009 - 1 answer

SQUEAKY Floor Filter. How can I stop the floor squeaks in random locations in the 2nd story of my house? [more inside]
posted by emjay on Sep 17, 2008 - 10 answers

I cut my foot pretty severely on a broken glass, and now it looks like someone slaughtered a pig on my hardwood floor. How do I get the blood stains out? [more inside]
posted by gemmy on Jul 22, 2007 - 10 answers

My dad is a wood craftsman. He has a maker's mark that he's been using since before I was born. After 30+ years of use, it's not making its mark so well anymore, and I'd like to get him a new one. But from where? [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah on Jul 11, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm moving out of my San Francisco apartment, after renting it for almost 4 years. My wood floors have taken a beating. Any ideas what I can do to make them look their very best for my final inspection? Is there a definition of normal wear and tear? [more inside]
posted by juliplease on Mar 8, 2007 - 15 answers