One-Board Woodworking Projects: Woodworking from the Scrap Pile Andy Standing
Publisher: Taunton Press, Incorporated

As the pieces come off the saw, pile them in a stack. Make a few test cuts in scrap, to set the 3/8"-wide cut. With the one of the big “buzzwords” of the day being “green,” it seems more and more of us are looking for ways to reuse something and (maybe) save a buck in the process. Dec 10, 2010 - Second, you may not be able to find plywood of the same species as the solid wood in the rest of your project, or the plywood's grain or color won't match the solid wood. Often harvested from old-growth trees, vintage wood tends to be stronger and more durable. Thick, you should get three or four veneer pieces from each board. A few days ago some guys were talking about using recycled wood. Begin by milling the wood into boards with parallel faces and edges. It also has larger grain patterns, a richer color palette, a darker and smoother surface, and other beautiful imperfections that make it appealing to architects, builders, woodworkers and homeowners. As well, now that your wood is planed, it's a It's easier to do so now, when you have one or two large boards, as opposed to at the end, when you will have dozens of small blocks that need sanding. Mar 25, 2013 - Less-older wood, such as barn board and other types of aged wood, have value too, depending on its condition and type. Next, lay out the blocks to make the most efficient use of your wood. Oct 11, 2012 - 1 3/8" thickness. If you're using 4/4 (1 in.) lumber planed 7/8 in. I have dismantled many of the latter when I needed a chunk of 2×4 for some shop project but when I see an oak pallet I can't help but think that there's enough wood there for at lease something small… a box or… well… something. Refer to these measurements as you cut up your stock. I build a lot of art furniture from the scrap pile.”. The dimensions of the individual blocks are noted in both the parts list and on the plans.