Posts by Ashraf Ahmed

I love decorating my home. Years ago, I struggled to pick wall colors for dark wood floors in my living room. The dark oak looked elegant, but the wrong paint made it feel heavy. After testing...

Hey there! If you’ve ever seen beautifully crafted wooden signs with crisp, charred letters or numbers and wondered how they’re made, you’re in for a treat. I’ve spent countless hours...

Hey there! If you’re installing vinyl flooring or upgrading your home’s floors, you’ve probably come across transition strips. These little pieces are game-changers for a polished, professional...

Hey there! If you're dreaming of cozy evenings in your backyard, gathered around a warm, crackling fire, you're in the right place. There's something magical about a wood-burning fire pit—it’s...

I first saw shou sugi ban, a Japanese wood burning technique, on a trip to a friend’s cabin. The charred wood walls looked stunning, like art. I was hooked! This article shares my love for shou...

I still remember my first wooden cutting board—a sturdy maple piece my grandma gave me when I moved into my first apartment. I was thrilled to chop veggies like a pro, but then I worried: Are...