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Kitchen Ideas for Craftsmen

Last updated on April 18, 2012 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Every craftsman has a different level of expertise. Some craftsman learn the tools of the trade before they even go to school, others pick up woodworking as a hobby at different times in their lives. At every stage of a craftsman’s career, though, they are capable of building things that are both practical and decorative.

From building a shed in the backyard to building a desk for the home office, woodworking can add to any part of the home. The kitchen is a universal room that can always use hand-made projects, items that can both accessorize and be useful to the kitchen. Whether you choose to try the below projects as a low level craftsman or as an expert, there are always things you can do to make the final product unique to your own home.

Cutting boards

Basic cutting boards are one of the simplest and easiest projects for any woodworker, but they can also be difficult, depending on the size and customization of the project. A simple cutting board can be constructed by tracing a pattern on a piece of wood, using a jigsaw to cut the wood, sanding the board, and washing it with a food safe mineral oil.

A more complicated cutting board may be constructed with an interlocking grid pattern or personalized with a family name or initials. Many store-bought cutting boards can be expensive and not nearly as unique as a personally crafted one, so consider crafting your own instead.

Cabinets

Cabinets can store anything from your larger kitchen appliances to mixing bowls and utensils. They should both fit the décor of the kitchen and provide functionality, but they are not difficult to build, making them an ideal project for any moderate woodworking craftsman. The size and shape of the cabinets will depend on the available space in the room, and you can construct them to contain drawers, cupboards, and decoration aspects. Many popular types of woods to use for cabinet building include cherry, walnut, maple, mahogany, and red oak. Cabinets can be finished with stain, polyurethane, or paint, depending on the design of your kitchen.

Tables

Building a dining room table can bring uniqueness to any kitchen. It can also be extremely economical in comparison to purchasing a pre-made table, and the act of building it can be a very rewarding experience.

A table is constructed of legs, aprons, and a top. Before construction, you must determine the dimensions, style, and type of wood they wish to use. You should also consider the purposes of the table and how thick and durable it needs to be. Most experts believe that it’s best to start at the top of the table and work your way down to ensure evenness along the whole table. Building a table takes time and dedication, but it can bring a fresh look and originality to any dining room or kitchen.

Kitchens can always use a craftsman’s skills, whatever his skill level. Regardless of the project, every craftsman should use quality products and lumber. HardwoodtoGo.com offers a wide range of premium types of woods in small packs and at affordable prices. HardwoodtoGo.com carries miscellaneous lengths and sizes of boards and their stock varies regularly. Use the links below to view their current offerings for these types of woods:

  • Cherry
  • Ipe (for decking)
  • Cumaru (for decking)
  • Genuine Mahogany
  • Maple
  • Teak
  • Sapele
  • Walnut

From time to time, HardwoodtoGo.com may also have other types of wood.

Read recent posts from the HardwoodtoGo blog:

  • Wood species spotlight: American Black Cherry
  • Tips for buying lumber for your next project
  • One man’s trash is another woodworker’s project

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