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African Mahogany: Khaya grandifoliola, senegalensis

Categories: Wood

March 11, 2021

African Mahogany: Khaya grandifoliola, senegalensis

Whether you're building a deck chair or a dining room table, African mahogany aims to please.

Best Woods and Finishes for Making Knife Handles?

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March 02, 2021

Best Woods and Finishes for Making Knife Handles?

What are the best woods and finishes for making knife handles?

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February 15, 2021

Using Ash for Kitchenware?

What is the best use for a collection of ash wood?

Making and Installing Wood Bow Ties in Slabs

Categories: Wood , Routers and CNCs , Jigs, Tips and Tricks , Video Demo's

February 04, 2021

Making and Installing Wood Bow Ties in Slabs

In this Rockler demo video you'll see how the Rockler Bow Tie Inlay System makes cutting both key and mortise fast and foolproof. The Starter Kit includes a unique, two-piece bushing. Install the sleeve to rout the mortise, then remove it to rout the bow tie key. Since the same template is used for both, you're guaranteed a perfect fit.

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December 20, 2020

White Oak: Quercus alba

Fans of Arts & Crafts furniture revere this tough and selectively showy species.

Categories: Wood , Woodworking FAQ

December 16, 2020

How to Flatten Wood without Bowing

What is the best tool to use to flatten lumber without it bowing?

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October 28, 2020

Red Oak: Quercus rubra

From flooring to fine furniture, few species are as practical as red oak.

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October 19, 2020

What to Do with Holey Ash?

Is wood with a lot of woodpecker holes still usable?

Categories: Wood

September 30, 2020

Buying Lumber in Rockler Stores

Rockler lumber is milled to your needs and ready for your next project. Shop our selection of quality hardwoods, exotics, live-edge slabs and turning lumber for all your project needs. We will cut most board to length in our stores so you pay for only what you need. Less waste...more value!