Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the Woodworkers Institute and the web, including handy tips to help you get stuck into your next woodworking project
Did you Know?
Wood has different properties depending on where in the tree it is taken from. For instance, wood cut from the outer layers of a tree (called “sapwood”) is usually softer and lighter in colour than the denser, darker “heartwood” found nearer the centre. This distinction is key when deciding which woods are chosen for projects: heartwood, being more resistant to decay and insects, is often favoured for furniture and structures meant to last, while sapwood can be ideal for lighter or less demanding applications, such as woodcarvings and other aesthetic pieces.
And here’s another interesting fact: ancient Egyptians were among the first to use mortise-and-tenon joints—one of the strongest and oldest forms of wood joinery. They used these joints in furniture, doors, and even in shipbuilding. Today, mortise-and-tenon joints remain a popular choice for their durability and aesthetics.
Woodworkers Institute Articles of the Week
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