Let's make one thing clear. We are not going to get into the differences between a framing nail and a finish nail or a galvanized nail vs a nail with adhesive on the tips - or any variations of screws either. Our goal is really to shed some light … [Read more...]
Save Space with Door Shelves
Last month, the Ana White Homemaker website posted an example of door shelves that peaked our interest. Closet space is one of those things that few houses ever seem to have enough of. If you need to add some extra storage to a room, build some … [Read more...]
A Fellow 71-year old Woodworker
Here at Heath Refinishing, we have a passion for what we do - and we love to see other fellow woodworkers doing the same. After a lifetime of wood sculpting, Otto Preske has carved out a niche in the Gatlinburg arts community and beyond. He got … [Read more...]
Getting Rid of Termites
If there's one insect that is an enemy to wood, it's termites. Of course, termites should be dealt with by professionals, but we found some tips on the National Geographic: Green Living website on handling them on your own - at least until you have … [Read more...]
Install an in-home barn door!
Fair warning: This project is NOT for the beginner do-it-yourselfer. But, it a pretty awesome project so we wanted to share it with you. The people over at The Accent Piece recently posted an article with plenty of pictures detailing every step on … [Read more...]
Knock on Wood
Ever wonder where the phrase "knock on wood" comes from? If you think about it, it's a pretty odd little saying. Although there's no verified explanation for it's origin, there are some theories that seem to make pretty good sense. Take your … [Read more...]
Hit the snow in style!
Well, it's snow season. Maybe not here in Texas, but in many parts of the nation it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! We know many of you may be traveling to another state this holiday season .. maybe even hitting the snow? We found an … [Read more...]
Give your Laptop a Wood-Grain Upgrade
With a bit of wood-grain contact paper from the dollar store and a few other basic tools - you can give your laptop some personality. It's a breath of fresh air compared to all the silver & black finishes you typically see. Imagine opening up your … [Read more...]
Cards of Wood
Recently, we attended the The International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair and had the privilege of discovering various products and companies in the wood industry. One of highlights was a company called Cards of Wood - which … [Read more...]
Birth of a Toothpick
Even the simplest of "wood works" can be more complex than you would think. At Heath Refinishing, we mainly deal with furniture, antiques, and heirlooms, but we certainly appreciate the ingenuity that goes into other pieces of wood. Probably one of … [Read more...]