Which Wood, Why?

Episode 2 • October 01, 2018 • 00:17:48
Which Wood, Why?
Splinters with Gary Rogowski
Which Wood, Why?

Oct 01 2018 | 00:17:48

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Show Notes

Your choice of wood can make a difference to your happiness in the shop. Learn about the differences between hardwoods, ring porous vs. diffuse and semi-ring porous woods, and how grain will affect the look but also how a piece moves over time. These little bits of information can help you choose the right wood for you and the job.

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