Adam brings years of hands-on experience with wood materials to his role as Production Supervisor at Cut My. Overseeing the cutting and fabrication of various wood products, Adam is an expert when it comes to working with lumber, plywood, MDF and other sheet materials.
Here on the blog, Adam shares practical guides and how-to's related to DIY woodworking projects, teaching readers best practices for designing, cutting, joining, and finishing wooden items. His articles cover everything from choosing the right wood type to using specialised tools and applying finishes.
MDF is the unsung hero of modern furniture and construction - an affordable, versatile engineered wood that offers strength, workability, and a smooth finish. Unlock the secrets of this cost-effective wonder material and discover why MDF has become an indispensable product for DIYers, woodworkers, and tradesmen alike.
MDF and MFC boast unique characteristics suited for diverse applications. This guide compares the costs, strengths, weaknesses, and ideal uses of these engineered wood products. Gain insights to select the perfect sheet material for your next furniture, cabinetry or DIY endeavour.
OSB and plywood have distinct properties that make each suitable for different uses. Compares the costs, strengths, weaknesses and applications of OSB and plywood to help you choose the right sheet material for your project.
Plywood can easily warp or delaminate when exposed to moisture over time, so waterproofing is critical for many outdoor projects or humid environments. This article outlines 8 methods to effectively waterproof plywood using various sealants, membranes, and construction techniques to protect plywood from water damage.
When it comes to choosing materials for DIY projects and furniture building, two of the most common options are MDF (medium-density fibreboard) and plywood. But which one should you use? Find out more in this comprehensive guide.
Struggling to find the perfect radius for rounded corners in your woodworking or construction project? This simple guide explains step-by-step how to accurately calculate and mark the radius of any corner angle using basic geometry and a few handy tools.
MDF is a versatile and affordable sheet material used for many DIY and construction projects. Find out about the different types of MDF to help you decide what one is best for your next DIY project.
Plywood comes in many grades and veneer types suited for different applications, with factors like strength, cost, and exposure resistance determining the best plywood choice. Explore the various types of plywood and their uses to help choose the right plywood one for your project.
Plywood is assigned appearance and performance grades that indicate its structural quality and recommended uses, with higher grades having fewer knots and repairs while lower grades allow more blemishes.
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All seems good but I haven't had time to try fitting the panes in the greenhouse yet so ...
Mark Butcher,
12 hours ago
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Good service but long delivery.
Good service, but took long time to deliver, 2 weeks. Ok if not in a hurry. apart from that a good product and quality too.
John Grouby,
13 hours ago
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Had an issue with shelves ordered and…
Had an issue with shelves ordered and was refunded right away without hassle. Great response and impressed, thank you.
DML,
17 hours ago
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very good service
very good service
philip webberley,
18 hours ago
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Few issues with my order but to be fair…
Few issues with my order but to be fair was dealt with and resolved quickly. Eventually the product arrived and looks great.
Anything can happen with any order and its how it is resolved which matters.
Susan white,
20 hours ago
Excellent service and product
What a great service and product. Measurements were exact, quality is fantastic. You would never know it’s not glass. I’m so pleased. I’d recommend 100%.
Michelle Cooke,
21 hours ago
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Easy Process
My panels were easy to order. The virtual view of the spacing of the panels was invaluable and a great idea. They were well packaged and delivered quickly.
Kim Hilton,
21 hours ago
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Useful site to use when making bespoke…
Useful site to use when making bespoke designs.
Huw Williams,
22 hours ago
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Excellent service
Excellent service, wood was cut perfectly to size no issues, reliable and strong with no issues whatsoever, fit to purpose if i have any other needs for plywood id most definitely try them again
Zaidi,
1 day ago
Verified
Excellent product and service
Excellent product and service. Thoroughly recommend.
Kevin Blow,
1 day ago
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Quality work
Quality work, professional service and good costumer service.
Syed Gardezi,
1 day ago
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2 Shaker cupboard doors
Delivery was much quicker than expected and well communicated. Items were well packaged and protected. The 2 cupboard doors were well finished and accurately produced. Whilst the price seemed higher than expected I am very pleased with the product.
S Kaz,
1 day ago
Verified
Slight initial issue as one of the…
Slight initial issue as one of the eight panels I ordered was faulty. Contacted them through online form, got an emailed response within a couple of hours apologising and giving me a couple of options. Asked for replacement and it was made and delivered within couple of working days.
Kenneth Robinson,
2 days ago
Verified
Amazing
Amazing. Fantastic communication. My order came with some slight damage I reported this, got an instant response, and a new one sent out straight away!! Would definitely use again
Ricky collier,
2 days ago
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Great website
Ordered two different size and shape of Perspex for table protection. Easy to order from website, delivery and being notified when order was arriving was all excellent.
Perspex was easy to attach and it’s doing a great job protecting my lovely wooden table from marks.
Linda Gemmell,
2 days ago
Verified
Reliable/good quality service
Reliable, efficient service with prompt communication re. order/delivery: greenhouse panels as described and therefore fitted perfectly.
Would use again
Saddeck SheikHossain,
2 days ago
Verified
well packaged and good delivery time
well packaged and good delivery time
Lorraine Juby,
2 days ago
Verified
Ordering was easy
Ordering was easy, the price was right, the mirrors arrived quickly and precisely the correct size, they are now installed as part of a garden feature.
Steve P,
2 days ago
Verified
A perfectly satisfactory experience
I ordered a perspex sheet cut to size with a cut out and rounded edges and corners and it was supplied exactly as ordered. Slight delay in delivery (only a few days) but I was kept informed. All in all, a perfectly satisfactory experience.
andrew mair,
2 days ago
Verified
Let down by delivery estimates
Website - good
Goods (quality, tolerance levels etc) - great
Delivery - sloth like
Rob Scurr,
2 days ago
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