Make Your Own Japanese Kitchen Knife

Spend hundreds of dollars on a high-end kitchen knife…or make one of your own for a fraction of the price. This project is a moderate challenge for a novice and an easy weekend project for a DIYer/hobbyist.
Our Tip: Use a specialized adhesive such as a multi-purpose polyurethane glue or two-part epoxy to properly bond wood to other materials.

Most woodworkers enjoy a very sharp cutting edge. That principle applies as much to kitchen knives as it does to hand tools. Follow these 12 easy steps to make a well-balanced, one-of-a-kind, wood-handled kitchen knife.

There’s nothing more annoying than a squeaky, wobbly kitchen chair. Discover a quick fix below and stop the annoyance once and for all. Our Tip: If the joints fit tightly, use Gorilla Glue. If any gaps are present, we recommend using Gorilla Epoxy, since it has gap-filling properties. Wooden kitchen chairs stand up to a […]

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Are you looking to update the countertops in your kitchen? You won’t believe the before and after photos in the article below! Turn drab countertops into attractive butcher block counters with step-by-step photo instructions. Our Tip: Avoid using wood glue in this project since the wood used is so absorbent. Stick to the author’s recommendation […]

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It happens all the time. Your favorite mug breaks, and it often goes into the trash. Avoid saying goodbye to a favorite, and fix it with a few easy instructions. Our Tip: The article below recommends super glue, but we suggest trying Gorilla Glue, since it’s waterproof and temperature resistant. Any of your beautiful, handmade […]

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