DIY projects often come with challenges that require more than just a knack for creativity. They also require practical problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box approaches. Today, we're shedding ...

hands holding curved piece of wood - Monty Rakusen/Getty Images There's nothing like running your hand over the grain of a smooth, handcrafted piece of furniture that you worked on. Once you've ...

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Random-orbit sanders (top): For removing large amounts of wood from large surfaces, random-orbit sanders can’t be beat. They are less suitable for small areas, and their shape prevents them from ...

In addition to finding the right sandpaper grit for your project, and knowing when you can stop refining (and stop sanding!), proper wood sanding technique is also important. From the editors of Fine ...