Ben Hoops
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Recent Projects
Here are some recent projects that we have been working on at Wood Menders: Questions or comments? Leave them below. Until Next Time – Dan @ Wood Menders
Recent Projects
Here are some recent projects that we have been working on at Wood Menders:
Furniture Repair Jobs You Should Leave to a Professional
Visit your local library or bookstore, and you’ll find loads of how-to books on furniture restoration. But don’t let the seemingly simple directions and nifty illustrations fool you — some projects are better left to experienced professionals. Just because you have the ability to restore a piece of furniture doesn’t mean you should. The truth …
Be Thankful for It All
It’s the time of year when we’re reminded to be grateful and count our blessings. It’s a time of year when I’m reminded there’s a difference. “Counting your blessings” isn’t really being grateful. Yes, it’s bound to lead to some level of gratitude when you take a break, reflect and realize all the good things …
Recent Projects
Here are some of our most recent projects that we have been working on at Wood Menders:
The Stick Chair
One type of chair that everyone is familiar with is the ever-present Windsor. But why are there so many of them and what is the basis for America’s love affair with that type of chair? The word “Windsor” is usually capitalized in deference to the supposed point of origin of this style chair, the area …
Recipe for Productivity
Our world is filled with suggestions on how to get things done more efficiently, inexpensively, quickly, etc. But often, no matter how well-meaning or sound the advice is, it’s delivered in a manner that’s, well, less-than-productive. So what’s the alternative? Most of us can follow simple recipes, right? Here’s lesson in productivity (http://lifehacker.com/5952729/try-this-recipe-to-increase-productivity-over-the-next-week) from LifeHacker that makes it …