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DIY projects don’t have to be huge undertakings! Build It With Baird is a go-to resource for DIY enthusiasts – project tutorials, home improvement how-tos and more!
DIY Fishing Rod Holder Video Tutorial | Build It With Baird
Get ready to make some sawdust with another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video, Steve Stack is joined by McKenzie Cross, president of Baird’s marketing partner, iSynergy, to walk you through the steps of building a DIY fishing rod rack.
Looking for a fishing rod storage rack that isn’t an eye sore? A DIY fishing rod holder made out of natural wood is the perfect addition to your storage area. The best fishing rod stand is one that you can design yourself to fit your needs and space exactly!
Let’s take a look at what you’ll need to get started with building your own DIY fishing pole holder.
Tools Needed:
Table Saw of Circular Saw
Drill or Screw Guns
Palm Sander
1” Forstner Bit
1 ⅜” Forstner Bit
Kreg 720 Pocket Hole Jig
Clamps
Try Square
Straight Edge
Miter Saw
Materials:
8’ - 1x12 Red Oak S4S Lumber
4’ - 1x6 Red Oak S4S Lumber
1 ¼” 32mm Kreg Pocket Hole Screws
Wax
Titebond Original Wood Glue
⅜” Wood Button Plugs
Looking for your next DIY project? This fishing pole rack is a great introduction to carpentry where even younger members of the family can get involved! Organize your fishing gear while showing off your carpentry skills at the same time.
Building your own project is always better than anything you can find on Amazon. Plus, most of them use unappealing materials like PVC pipe or take up all your garage shelving. Use natural hardwood to build your own fishing reel and pole storage and mix aesthetics with functionality.
Intro 00:00 - 00:57
Tools & Materials Needed 00:58 - 01:10
Getting Started 01:11 - 01:50
Cutting Lumber to Size 01:51 - 02:37
Measuring Layout & Hole Locations 02:38 - 05:08
Drilling Holes 05:09 - 06:53
Trimming the Side Panels 06:54 - 07:45
Preparing for Assembly & Sanding 07:46 - 09:43
Assembly 09:44 - 13:11
Sanding to Finish 13:12 - 13:35
Final Product 13:36 - 14:05
Outro 14:06 - 14:51
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DIY Project: French Cleat Shelf | Build It With Baird
Welcome back to Studio 3B for another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video, Steve Stack takes you through the steps of building a french cleat shelf.
Are you having trouble finding your workbench under your collection of power tools? A french cleat storage system uses floating shelves to organize your tool collection for everything from light drill bits to heavy items like clamps. If thinking of tool storage ideas, look no further.
A french cleat consists of wood pieces with one edge bevel cut at a 45-degree angle. Using fasteners, wood pieces are secured to the wall with the beveled edge facing up. From there, you can make any type of organization tool and use a small cleat (with the beveled edge facing down) as a backer to connect to the french cleat wall.
Before you get started, here’s what you’ll need:
Tape Measure
Speed Square
Framing Square
Level
Sandpaper
Clamps
Brad Nailer
18 Gauge 1-¼” Brad Nails
18 Guage 1-½” Brad Nails
Drill
Kreg 1-¼” Screws
Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig 720PRO
Miter Saw
Table Saw
Compact Router
Wood Glue
Don’t just buy any french cleat system like the ones you can find on Amazon. Use your next home improvement DIY project to show off your woodworking skills and build a french cleat wall from a simple piece of plywood.
Intro 00:00 - 00:26
Shopping for the Wood 00:27 - 00:52
Measuring the Wall 00:53 - 1:41
Tools Needed 1:42 - 1:50
Planning and Preparing 1:51 - 2:22
Drawing a Layout on the Sheet of Plywood Using Spacers 2:23 - 5:56
Picture Frame Moulding & Beveled Edges 5:57 - 6:40
Final Touches Before Fastening Cleats 6:41 - 7:41
Using Wood Glue and Wood Screws as Fasteners 7:42 - 9:15
Reinforcing From the Back of the Shelf 9:16 - 10:16
Measuring for Nail Placement 10:17 - 10:48
Nailing the French Cleat System to the Wall Studs 10:49 - 11:23
Building Utility Boxes and Cordless Tool Hangers 11:24 - 13:18
Outro 13:19 - 14:00
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Building A High-Quality, Heavy-Duty Wooden Stool | Build It With Baird
Welcome back to Studio 3B for another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video tutorial, Steve Stack shows you how to make a DIY wooden step stool with the help of craftsman Sam Phillips. Sure, you can take the easy route and just go buy a foldable plastic step stool from Ikea or Amazon — or you can make your own wood step stool. Building your own piece of furniture puts the home decor power in your hands. Paint or stain it however you like. Add hinges to make it a folding step stool. Single-step or two-step stool? It’s up to you. Sometimes all you need is a small step to reach that high shelf. No more standing on the kitchen counter! Constructing your own wooden stool allows you to measure and build to the exact measurements you need.
In this episode, Steve and Sam build a single-step stool with a carrying handle that can also act as a safety rail. Adjustments can easily be made to build a 2 step stool.
In need of a kid step stool or toddler step stool? Place non-slip pads at the bottom to make it slip-resistant. Anti-slip protection is important for those of any age, especially children.
Plastic step stools can be flimsy with a limited load capacity. A solid wood step stool is high-quality, heavy-duty, multi-purpose, and easy to assemble. Step up to your top shelf in style with a solid wood footstool.
There’s no limit to its functionality! Use your wooden step stool as a kitchen stool, a bed step stool for high beds, a step ladder, a way for kids to reach the bathroom sink, or a piece of furniture in the living room. A wooden stool looks beautiful sitting next to a wood bed!
Intro 00:00 - 00:31
Tools Needed 00:32 - 00:35
Shopping For Wood 00:36 - 1:41
Choosing A Wood Species 1:42 - 2:25
Preparing The Wood 2:26 - 3:18
Drilling Holes 3:19 - 4:09
Sanding Edges 4:10 - 5:37
Putting It All Together 5:38 - 6:49
Outro 6:50 - 7:34
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Step-By-Step DIY Woodworking Project: Wood Charcuterie Board | Build It With Baird
Welcome back to Studio 3B for another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video tutorial, Steve Stack and Oak Hill Millworks’ Christy Miller show how to make a beautiful meat and cheese board from fine hardwood. Don’t use just any serving tray for your appetizers! A wood charcuterie board provides a rustic look you can only get from real wood.
If you’re new to woodworking, this is an easy DIY project. This day project only uses a single piece of wood but practices many basic techniques and power tools, including a palm sander, grit sandpaper, routers, miter saw and a table saw. Use butcher block oil (also referred to as conditioner) or cutting board oil to make it food safe — and to enhance the natural pigment.
Steve and Christy use stair parts from Baird Brothers Fine Hardwood to make beautiful serving boards. Watch for a step-by-step guide on how to turn your scrap wood into a DIY charcuterie board! Full disclosure, once you make one, you’ll want to make one for everyone you know!
Intro 00:00 - 1:14
Trimming The Width Using The Table Saw 1:15 - 2:00
Cutting Down To Size With The Miter Saw 2:01 - 3:53
Cleaning Up With The Orbital Sander 3:54 - 5:38
Finishing The Edges With The Router 5:39 - 7:11
Custom Engraving At Oak Hill Millworks 7:12 - 7:43
Finishing Touches With Mineral Oil 7:44 - 10:23
Outro 10:24 - 11:10
As with any wood project, wear safety glasses wherever working in a woodshop to protect yourself from flying sawdust.
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DIY Mudroom Bench With Built-In Cubbies And Bench Seat | Build It With Baird
Welcome back to Studio 3B for another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video tutorial, Steve Stack and Oak Hill Millworks’ Christy Miller build a combined mudroom locker and storage bench.
Looking for more mudroom storage? Don’t settle for a coat rack and an entryway bench with no additional storage. Get the most out of your entryway with a DIY mudroom bench. The bench plans for this DIY project include built-in cubbies, a bench seat, dividers, and coat hooks for coats and backpacks. Follow along as Steve and Christy walk through this home improvement project for the woodworking DIYer.
Intro 00:00 - 00:52
Tools Needed 00:53 - 1:00
Building The Baseboard 1:01 - 4:21
Constructing The Top Of The Bench 4:22 - 7:34
Completed Framework 7:35 - 8:20
Finishing Touches 8:21 - 11:28
The Final Product 11:29 - 12:37
Outro 12:38 - 13:04
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Easy DIY Cabinet Doors & Hardwood Countertop | Build It With Baird
Hello! Welcome to another episode of Build It With Baird! In this video, Director of New Business Development, Steve Stack, and Craftsman Jon Ulicney walk through the process of setting up your cabinetry - this includes determining your cabinet door sizes, installing your cabinet doors, and installing your countertop and backsplash.
Intro 00:00 - 00:52
Cabinet Door Overview 00:53 - 01:50
Installing Hinges On A Cabinet Door 01:51 - 02:50
Getting Your Cabinet Set Up For Shelving 02:51 - 03:43
Installing Your Cabinet Door 03:44 - 04:25
Countertop Overview 04:26 - 05:56
Installing A Hardwood Countertop 05:57 - 07:14
Installing A Backsplash For Your Countertop 07:15 - 08:25
Outro 08:26 - 09:32
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How To Install Paneling - Effective Tips & Tricks | Build It With Baird
Welcome back to Build It With Baird! In this episode, Steve Stack and craftsman Jon Ulicney walk you through how to install wall paneling in a room.
The live sawn white oak nickel gap siding that is used in this video is beautiful and an excellent complement to a room as a backdrop.
In this episode of Build It With Baird, you'll also learn some tips and tricks to installing your paneling that will make the process efficient, even if you're a novice!
Intro 00:00 - 01:00
Getting Started: Keeping Your Panels Level & Neat 01:01 - 02:40
Hiding Seams In Your Wall Panels 02:41 - 03:02
Allowing Your Wood Panels To Expand 03:03 - 04:22
Marking Lines For Nailing & Installation 04:23 - 07:12
Outro 07:13 - 07:54
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How To Install A Prehung Interior Door (Easy DIY) | Build It With Baird
In this episode of Build It With Baird, our friend, craftsman Jon Ulicney, walks us through the process of installing an interior prehung door. In this tutorial, he'll show you how to make sure that your interior door is level, as well as tips on how to install your door cleanly.
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American Hardwood Advisor
From Studio 3B, American Hardwood Advisor host, Steve Stack, sits down with guest builders and industry leaders to talk shop and dive into trends, tips and insights.
Renovation Hunters Crew on Renovating a Historic Home in Hyannis | American Hardwood Advisor
Welcome to another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode, host Steve Stack sits down with the creative team and lead contractor of Outdoor Channel’s new home remodeling show, Renovation Hunters. Hal Shaffer, host and managing partner/co-creator, Kevin Tarkovich, lead contractor, and Chris Filardi, managing partner/co-creator, talk with Steve during their visit to Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods.
Watch as Steve, Hal, Kevin and Chris discuss the first time they walked through the historic home, updating the living space for a future family, building materials from partners, and all that went into renovating a historic home. The Renovation Hunters team visited Baird Brothers to see the craftsmanship that went into the woodwork for the show’s interior design.
Renovation Hunters is the first home renovation show on the Outdoor Channel. In the new series, craftsmen and expert DIY-ers came together to makeover old homes for families to enjoy for generations. The first project for the show in Hyannis, Nebraska tested the team. “Fixer upper” was an understatement for this old house. The team had 8 days for a home improvement miracle: original windows needed replaced, drywall needed to be redone, and a burst water pipe led to water damage and an accidental ice rink in the kitchen, among other challenges.
Renovating old houses isn’t the only mission behind Renovation Hunters. It’s not about resale or real estate value; the team is passionate about providing comfortable homes that families can enjoy together and spend time outdoors. The older homes featured on the show are not everyday homes but are instead hunting cabins or vacation homes shared by families. For Project Hyannis, there were no homeowners. Instead, the town as a whole benefited from the new construction of the 19th-century historic house. The historic building was a center point of the town, but Renovation Hunters gave it new life.
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — even some filmed on-site at the projects!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
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Matt Baird on Tree Removal, Forestry & Tree-Cutting Equipment | American Hardwood Advisor
Welcome back to another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode of AHA, host Steve Stack sits down with Matt Baird, owner of Baird’s Tree Service, to talk about all things tree cutting.
Watch as Steve and Matt discuss the importance of tree removal, tree-cutting equipment, working in the forestry industry with family and all the services available from Baird’s Tree Service. If you’re looking for tree removal, tree trimming, tree pruning or even purchasing firewood, Baird’s Tree Service is the place to go — from big trees to stump chipping.
Common Tree Cutting Tools:
• Electric chainsaw
• Hand saws
• Hatchet
• Shears
• Hand pruners
• Trimmers
However, sometimes these landscaping tools just aren’t cutting it — literally. Large trees typically need gas-powered or heavy equipment to get the job done instead of your average saw blade. Let Baird Tree Service take down your tall trees with their heavy-duty equipment and power tools. Go to https://bairdstreeservice.com/ to learn more. If you have your own wood chipper, Baird’s Tree Service can help with tree cutting but leave the tree branches, stump, and wood for you.
Did you know that Baird’s tree removal doesn’t let the natural resource go to waste? Trees and thick branches are taken to sawmills to be logged and used in hardwood flooring, woodworking projects, interior doors, and more!
For more interviews with Baird family members, check out more episodes in our content studio!
Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, AHA is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack along with guest builders and industry leaders as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
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Behind the Scenes on Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters in Hyannis, Nebraska | AHA
Welcome back to the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode of AHA, host Steve Stack is joined by Zach Baird, third-generation owner of Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, as they reminisce over the first project on Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters.
Watch as Stack and Zach provide a behind-the-scenes look at the first project in Hyannis, Nebraska. The pair talk about meeting the townspeople, the Renovation Hunters team and all the wildlife surrounding the Sandhills! While every project on Renovation Hunters provides a vacation home for generations of families to spend time together in outdoor spaces, the first project was a 118-year-old house on the tiny town’s main street.
The first season of Renovation Hunters visited small towns in America from Nebraska to western Pennsylvania. One step through the front door and Baird Brother’s impact on these projects is noticeable. Baird provided hardwood products, including lumber, kitchen fixtures and even DIY projects with added functionality to the home renovation series. However, Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods was more than just a sponsor. After a quick check-in, Zach and Stack got their hands dirty to help install their products and help the build wherever needed.
The time spent with family is priceless, whether you’re at a picnic area, hunting, or just sitting around in the family room — and both Baird Brothers and Renovation Hunters take that seriously. So, do you have a family-friendly hunting/vacation cabin that needs fixing up? Submit to be considered for next year’s season at www.outdoorchannel.com/renovationhunters
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — even some filmed on-site at the projects!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
Browse and buy online: www.BairdBrothers.com.
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Networking Opportunities for Construction Industry Experts at IBS | American Hardwood Advisor
Welcome to another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode of AHA, host Steve Stack and Baird Brothers’ commercial & residential sales consultant Eric Hiner sit down at the 2023 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, NV.
Watch as Steve and Eric talk about being an exhibitor at trade shows across the country, how the expo unites building & construction industry professionals, and how homeowners and home builders alike benefit from attending construction trade shows. These annual conventions provide networking opportunities for residential construction professionals to meet. Homeowners get industry insights and see all the new products that can make their dream projects a reality firsthand.
This episode of AHA was filmed at the 2023 International Builders’ Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. At this annual conference, over 600,000 net square feet of the exhibit hall were filled with industry professionals showing off new products and advancements in construction technology. Homeowners can attend these shows to see the products in person and find inspiration for their next project.
While IBS is an international conference, regional and local home shows are just as beneficial to attend! Homeowners can attend their local trade shows to meet general contractors and industry experts. You can find construction conferences across North America, from Orlando, Florida or Phoenix, Arizona to San Francisco, California or Washington, D.C.!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
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Renovation Hunters’ Hal Shaffer Takes Over the American Hardwood Advisor Podcast
We’re back with another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode, Steve Stack hands-off hosting duties to Hal Shaffer, Host/Managing Partner & Co-Creator of Renovation Hunters, and Kevin Tarkovich, Lead Contractor at Renovation Hunters. The duo sat down with Paul “Hatch” Baird, President/Co-Founder of Baird Brothers, and Terry Baird, Second Generation Owner of Baird Brothers, during their visit to Baird’s facility in Canfield, Ohio.
Watch as Hal, Kevin, Hatch and Terry talk about the hardwood products used on Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters, Baird’s sustainability and self-sufficiency, protecting the natural resource, the highest quality hardwood products in the nation, and how Baird uses both the latest technology and time-tested methods from their 60 years of operation.
The new series is the first time Outdoor Channel has produced a home improvement show. Contestants submitted their fixer-upper cabins for the home renovation show’s first season. The team, made of expert woodworkers and advanced DIY-ers, traveled across the nation to makeover family cabins and vacation homes. These vacation homes are designed for families to spend time together and enjoy outdoor spaces.
The first season had the team of craftsmen traveling to Hyannis, Nebraska; Critz, Virginia; and Tionesta, Pennsylvania. For your own dream home away from home, submit your family getaway to be considered for the new season here: https://www.outdoorchannel.com/content/renovationhunters/459762.
Baird Brother partnered with the HGTV-like home renovation show to add a natural resource to the interior design. One step through the front door and Baird Brothers’ impact is known. Not only did Baird provide products like mouldings, butcher block counters, interior siding, and interior doors, but also showcased DIY projects with special functionality to fit the outdoor space.
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — even some filmed on-site at the projects!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
Browse and buy online: www.BairdBrothers.com.
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Kevin Tarkovich Talks Woodworking Projects on the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters | AHA
Welcome to another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this AHA episode, host Steve Stack sits down with Kevin Tarkovich, lead contractor at the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters, in Studio 3B.
Watch as Steve talks with Kevin about his history in home improvement, learning carpentry on the job site as a child, meeting with customers before a remodel, wrangling the crew of Renovation Hunters, opening an ice cream shop with his wife, and how he got involved with the Outdoor Channel’s HGTV-like home renovation TV show.
The Renovation Hunters crew is made of expert woodworking craftsmen and DIY-ers alike. Kevin manages this crew so that the family can get their dream home away from home. Along with this team, Renovation Hunters was joined by their sponsors Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, Metabo HPT cordless tools, Crescent hand tools, and Wall Control to organize their power tools and table saws alike. When Baird Brothers’ Steve Stack and Zach Baird were on the job site, they would pick up their woodworking tools and get to work.
The HGTV-like home renovation show, hosted by Hal Shaffer, used Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods for high-quality woodworking projects. Baird Brothers products are featured in all three remodels from the first season (plus a DIY project you can do at home!).
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from the Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — even some filmed on-site at the projects!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
Browse and buy online: www.BairdBrothers.com.
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Hal Shaffer on Renovating Perfect Hunting Cabins for Families | American Hardwood Advisor
Welcome back to the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode of AHA, host Steve Stack welcomes Hal Shaffer, Host, Managing Partner and Co-Creator of Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters.
Watch as Hal and Steve chat about creating Renovation Hunters, renovating the perfect hunting cabin for families, being an outdoor enthusiast, the importance of family, the first time Hal picked up hunting gear, and how his career led him to Renovation Hunters — and then partnering with Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods!
Hal Shaffer is the host and co-creator of Outdoor Channel’s first-ever home renovation show, Renovation Hunters, but is no stranger to the network! Hal is already the host of Outdoor Channel favorite, Drop Zone! In this AHA episode, Hal tells the story that led him to success on television, from recording radio commercials and even being on a NASCAR pit crew!
The first season of Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters renovated log cabins and vacation homes of varying square feet on three job sites across the country. While Renovation Hunters didn’t build a hunting cabin from the studs up, each log home renovation made a huge difference for the family (some of which didn’t have running water and still utilized outhouses).
Renovation Hunters features crew members of varying woodworking know-how. The team is filled with bright personalities that range from carpentry experts to advanced DIY-ers. Despite their different backstories, they all have one thing in common: a passion for spending time with family and friends in the outdoors. Whether sitting on the front porch together or going out during hunting season, it’s important to spend time with loved ones out in nature.
Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods partnered with Renovation Hunters to provide the interior hardwood products used in the projects. The new series is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love incorporating natural resources into their interior design. One step in the front door, and you’ll see how Baird products impacted these tiny homes and small cabins. Steve Stack and Third-Generation Owner Zach Baird even visited the job sites to install the hardwood products step by step.
Have big hunting cabin plans that only Renovation Hunters can make a reality? Submit your own hunting cabin today! Visit outdoorchannel.com/renovationhunters to submit your off-grid cabin or hunting camp tiny house — as long as it’s not your primary residence! The Renovation Hunters team is currently searching for projects for the next season.
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — even some filmed on-site at the projects!
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
Subscribers to our channel stay up-to-date on the latest content on hardwood products, tutorials, tips & tricks, and interviews. Follow us on social media: @BairdBrothers
Browse and buy online: www.BairdBrothers.com.
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Renovation Hunters’ Co-Creator Chris Filardi on Successful Brand Partnerships | AHA
Welcome to another episode of the American Hardwood Advisor podcast! In this episode, host Steve Stack welcomes Chris Filardi, Managing Partner and Co-Creator of Renovation Hunters, to Studio 3B.
Watch as Chris and Steve talk about his background in construction, successful brand partnerships, finding sponsorships for a new TV show, meeting and partnering with Outdoor Channel veteran Hal Shaffer, tapping into a new market for the network, and the projects featured on the first season of Renovation Hunters.
The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters traveled to three locations across the country to renovate family hunting cabins, including Hyannis, Nebraska; Critz, Virginia; and Tionesta, Pennsylvania. Contestants submitted their small cabin fixer-uppers for a makeover on the home renovation show.
As Chris explains in this AHA episode, brand collaborations were a major consideration when creating the home improvement show. They wanted brand partners that shared their values and mission — enter Baird Brothers! As a third-generation family business that enjoys hunting together, Baird Brothers was thrilled to sponsor a show that helps families get their dream home away from home to spend time together and get outdoors. One step in the front door of these hunting cabins, and you’ll see the impact Baird Brothers products had on the project. The natural hardwood products elevated the interior design while honoring the nature surrounding it. Steve Stack and Third Generation Owner Zach Baird were on site to install the new products, too!
The creators didn’t stop their marketing efforts with a brand strategy for company partnerships. They actively searched for influencers and makers with a similar target audience. With this strategic marketing campaign in mind, they joined forces with woodworkers of all levels, from experienced craftsmen to makers and DIY-ers. All the makers featured on the show have their own following so that the show could reach a new audience within their target demographic. Along with getting their hands dirty on-site at the projects, the makers naturally helped with outreach and public relations to their individual audiences.
Renovation Hunters and Outdoor Channel coming together was a strategic partnership. Chris explains that the Outdoor Channel’s audience is already filled with handymen and women. So, why not tap into a new market with a home renovation show? The target audience is already there as loyal customers, so why not tailor to more of their interests?
This episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, and anywhere you find podcasts.
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — both filmed on-site at the projects and Studio 3B in Canfield, Ohio.
The American Hardwood Advisor podcast is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. Join Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as they talk shop on what it takes to be the best of the best.
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This Old House
Baird Brothers is proud to partner with This Old House, America’s leading home improvement brand. Get next-level inspiration from a variety of builds and redesigns.
Kevin O'Connor From TOH Visits Baird Brothers!
Yesterday, our crew had the fortunate experience of getting to meet This Old House's host Kevin O'Connor. We were extremely grateful to have such a special guest at our factory to take a tour and see the day-to-day operations. Thanks again to This Old House for partnering with us to make all of this possible.
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This Old House 2019 Idea House Walkthrough | Baird Brothers
We're proud to be able to have been able to provide materials for This Old House's 2019 Idea House out in New Canaan, Connecticut.
Instead of us just telling you about it though, hear Steve Stack talk through all of the home's unique features as we take a walk through this lovely house.
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For The Place You Love.
Baird Brothers Factory Tour With This Old House!
This summer we had the great fortune of having the cast and crew of This Old House visit the Baird factory. It was great to connect with host Kevin O'Connor and the crew and show them our manufacturing process and operations. We hope you enjoy this video as much as we enjoyed making it!
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Don Powers Net Zero Home Design Testimonial | Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods
Donald Powers is the President of Union Studio Architecture & Community Design. He was also the designer behind This Old House's Idea House for 2018.
Watch on to hear his thought process behind the home's concept and design, as well as why he believes people should be using Baird Brothers for all their interior home projects.
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Net-Zero Project on This Old House Uses Hardwoods from Baird Brothers
Recently, we at Baird had the fortunate opportunity to collaborate with Sweenor Builders and This Old House to create a Net-Zero Home.
Designed to house state-of-the-art technology and contain the smallest ecological footprint, the Net-Zero Home is a house we were proud to help with. Watch on to hear more about what the process was like in our video.
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Shop Talk
Get quick take-aways and digestible, easy-to-implement tricks with Shop Talk. Troubleshoot common problems, discover insider pro tips, review tools and more!
Metabo HPT Cordless Power Tool Review With Renovation Hunters’ Kevin Tarkovich
If it’s the number one choice for a national TV show, it should be the number one choice for your woodworking shop! In this episode of Shop Talk, Kevin Tarkovich, lead contractor of The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters, stops by Studio 3B to display the Metabo HPT power tools used on the show.
Watch as Kevin and Stack Stack show off the high-quality Metabo cordless tools (formerly known as Hitachi Power Tools) used on every single project in Renovation Hunters’ first season — often to install Baird Brothers Fine Hardwood products! This Metabo tool review covers the must-haves for every tradesman! In this episode, Kevin and Steve look at the 7 ½ compound miter saw, 10-inch job site table saw, palm sander, and router.
Metabo HPT power tools are cordless with a battery that lasts for hours! They’re portable and durable — perfect for any craftsman and DIY-er! Corded tools have to be plugged in, limiting where you can work. Cordless tools from Metabo HPT can be taken virtually anywhere with a battery supply that lasts.
Metabo HPT Tools to Check Out:
• Hammer Drills
• Brushless Drill Driver
• Switch Angle Grinders
• Circular Saws
• Impact Drivers
• 36V MultiVolt AC Adapter
• Battery Chargers
• Air Compressors
• Oscillating Multi-Tools
• Cordless Drills
• Drill Bits
• Specialty Fasteners
• Framing Nailers
• Reciprocating Saws
Check www.metabo-hpt.com for warranty information.
The first season of Renovation Hunters - airing in 2023 - visited three places across the country: Hyannis, Nebraska; Critz, Virginia; and Tionesta, Pennsylvania. The renovation show improved family getaway homes and cabins to provide a better place to get together and spend time outdoors. The Outdoor Channel TV show features experienced craftsmen and DIY makers alike!
Check out Baird’s content studio for more interviews with the personalities from The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters — both filmed at the job site and Studio 3B in Canfield, Ohio.
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Crescent Tool Review With The Outdoor Channel’s Kevin Tarkovich
Woodworking tools that are as good as the traditional but have modern advancements to make them even better — a maker’s dream! In this episode of Shop Talk, Kevin Tarkovich, lead contractor of The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters, stops by Studio 3B to show off his favorite Crescent brand hand tools.
Watch as Kevin covers all the Crescent Brand must-haves that he keeps in his tool kit, including the famous Crescent wrench (the first adjustable wrench available), an easy-to-read tape measure, a two-in-one plier and wire stripper, a wooden ruler, a speed square and even a tool bag to hold it all!
Crescent tools were used on each of Renovation Hunter’s projects featured in the first season — airing in 2023! The high-quality tool brand partnered with the show alongside Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods. Crescent tools were even used to install Baird’s natural wood products in the featured homes! From the midwest to western Pennsylvania, Renovation Hunters helps families renovate their getaway homes to enjoy time together and get outdoors. The TV show features experienced craftsmen and DIY-ers alike renovating the cabins.
Crescent Tools is a hand tool brand part of Apex Tool Group. Their products are known for their durability and longevity. Shop heavy-duty, good-quality Crescent products like:
Lufkin Steel Rule
Combination Wrench Set
Power Tool Accessories
SAE Mechanics Tool Set
Metric Mechanics Tool Set
Ratchet Set
Phillips Screwdrivers
Multi-Bit Driver
Bit Holder Fastening Set
Hex Bit Metric Socket Set
Cordless Saw Blades
Left or Right Cut Snips
And More!
Crescent Tools are available for purchase at local sellers in addition to national brands like Home Depot and Amazon. Visit crescenttool.com for warranty information.
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Antique Wood Plane Review
How long would it take to finish the crown mouldings for just one room in the 19th century?
In this episode of Shop Talk, vintage tool expert Mike Jenkins stops by Studio 3B with his antique wood plane — still in good condition.
A wooden hand plane is much different than the metal planes used today. Craftsmen passed these antique woodworking tools on the wood over and over again until they reached the desired look. Because of the physical demands, using this carpenter tool isn’t a one-man job. Vintage wood planes had additional handles for the craftsman to guide and his apprentice to pull.
The wooden plane’s construction is very simple. It has the plane body, a wedge, a plane blade, and handles. Vintage woodworking plane makers are some of the same experts in hand tools that you know today, including Stanley, Norris and Ohio Tool Co. Vintage Stanley planes are a hot item in old tool auctions. While chisels and scrapers were also commonly used in carpentry, smoothing planes provided more consistency. Whether you scrape or use a planer, you’re sure to make a lot of wood shavings!
Want to know more about Mike Jenkins? Check out his interviews on our American Hardwood Advisor podcast series. Mike has been trading and adding to his old woodworking tool collection for over 40 years. Mike’s hand tool expertise extends beyond the molding plane he discusses in this episode to block planes, rabbet planes, plow planes, dado planes, and much, much more!
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Using A Compound Miter Saw For Home Improvement Woodworking And DIY Projects
Whether you’re a woodworking professional or a DIY-er, it’s important to know exactly how to use your power tools. In this episode of Shop Talk, Christy Miller from Oak Hill Millworks stops by Studio 3B to talk with Steve Stack and give tips on how to use a miter saw.
Some people may refer to a standard miter saw as a miter box or chop saw. They have a stop block on the miter saw stand that can lock in place as measured to ensure accurate cuts. However, there are different types of miter saws. Compound miter saws can make dual bevel cuts, angled cuts and can even be used on crown moldings. A sliding compound miter saw can make these cuts on long pieces of wood or wider boards with its adjustable reach. No matter the cutting angle, be sure to use the lock handle to secure the saw in place.
On any home improvement or woodworking project, you must respect your equipment and follow all safety precautions. Clear your work surface and workbench before you begin. Always wear safety glasses for eye protection from flying sawdust. If you’re mostly using power tools, consider wearing ear protection. Extended exposure to loud noises can damage your ear. Never wear loose clothing to avoid getting them stuck in the miter saw blades. Never remove the blade guard from your power miter saw to prevent injury. Follow these basic miter saw safety tips when doing any carpentry or DIY project.
Note: Miter saw blades, along with table saws and circular saws, are sharp and can cause extreme injury if misused. Always use a blade guard to prevent injury.
Watch the video tutorial on using a standard miter saw!
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Table Saw Safety Tips For DIY Woodworking
Table saw safety should not be overlooked, whether you’re a contractor or DIY-er. In this episode of Shop Talk, Christy Miller from Oak Hill Millworks stops by Studio 3B to talk with Steve Stack and give tips on using a tabletop saw.
In a woodworking shop, it’s important to respect your equipment and follow all safety regulations. Be sure to wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying sawdust. Unplug any power tools if you will be touching or moving their parts. If using loud power tools, you may want to consider ear protection. Extended exposure to loud noises can cause damage to your ear. Make sure your workbench and blade height are set to ensure safe use. Keep your tools at an appropriate height to still have full control over your workpiece.
You can get a variety of types of cuts on a table saw, including rip cuts, straight cuts, cross cuts, miter cuts, rabbets, and dado cuts. Although, rabbets and dado cuts may need special additions like a dado blade. Use a tape measure on your piece of wood to ensure an accurate cut.
Table saw blades are sharp and can cause extreme injuries. Always use a blade guard to prevent injury. Some woodworkers even use a push stick on the end of the board so that their hands do not come near the blade. Always keep your hands on the side of the blade entirely, any closer to the spinning blade and you risk injury. Jobsite table saws may differ from site to site. Make sure you know how to prevent kickback from that particular saw.
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Interior Door Home Design Trends In 2022
Home design combines many different home decor trends into one overall look. In this episode of Shop Talk, Paul “Smiley” Struharik from Master Plan Builders stops by Studio 3B to talk about current interior design trends for interior doors heading into the new year.
Through the past couple of years, homeowners have used their time at home during the pandemic for a living space makeover, using design styles to make it feel like a new home. These new design ideas span from minimalism, painted cabinetry, dark countertops on kitchen islands, built-in shelving and other paint color trends.
So, what’s currently in style? Natural materials have been a staple for decades — and that isn’t changing next year. Homeowners are using hardwood interior doors to provide an accent piece in their home decor. A mid-century modern home is often enhanced with a real hardwood interior door leading into the laundry room, home office or mudroom. One popular kitchen trend is to add a rustic hardwood door to the kitchen pantry. Baird Brothers offers a wide range of interior doors with different wood tones and finishes that fit perfectly with your decorating ideas. Have supply chain issues? Baird Brothers uses a natural resource with sustainability efforts to reduce environmental impact. Learn more about current home design trends in this Shop Talk episode – and how Baird Brothers can make your design ideas a reality.
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Interior Design Trends For Staircases In 2022
The staircase is the main focal point of your home design. It brings together all the interior design styles from the entire home. In this episode of Shop Talk, Paul “Smiley” Struharik from Master Plan Builders stops by Studio 3B to discuss interior design trends for staircases in the new year.
During the pandemic, homeowners have taken this time throughout the last couple of years to makeover their living spaces for a new home feel. Current design ideas span from minimalism, painted cabinetry, dark countertops on kitchen islands, built-in shelving and other paint color trends.
So, what’s the current home design trend for staircases? Natural materials like fine hardwood have been a staple for decades — and that won’t change next year. Homeowners have put the home decor focus on their staircase since it brings all design ideas together. A popular home decor trend is to combine multiple wood tones. This way, any hardwood used in the dining room, living room, or any living space will complement the main stairs. This is especially important when the main staircase is the focal point of an open floor plan.
Natural hardwood is a great choice for your stair parts. Stains give the unique ability to provide different wood tones and color palettes throughout the years. You can even start with stained wood and choose a paint color down the road.
Baird Brothers offers a wide variety of stair parts to fit into whatever your decorating ideas include. Have supply chain issues? Unlike most retailers, Baird Brothers prioritizes sustainability efforts to get the most out of the natural resource. Learn more about current home design trends in this Shop Talk episode – and how Baird Brothers can make your design ideas a reality.
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Home Improvement One Door Frame At A Time: Prehung DIY Interior Door Installation
Door replacement is a simple remodeling job for homeowners. Whether it's a closet door, room entry door, bifold doors, french doors, or pocket door, the door opening is improved with a high quality wooden interior door. Even replacing a single door can improve your home decor. But did you know that replacing existing doors (or installing new doors) is a great DIY project with little installation cost? In this video, Jon Ulicney walks through installing a prehung interior door. Learn tips and tricks for installing, like when to drill holes in the side jamb, how to line up the hinge side of the door with the studs, and how to avoid unappealing nail holes in the door frame.
A slab door does not come with any attached hardware or hinges. Prehung doors have the hinges already installed, making installation services easy without needing to hire a handyman. The type of door (solid core and hollow core) determines which hinge is needed to work properly. Prehung interior doors from Baird Brothers come with the proper hinge for the door’s weight, so why not replace your old door today?
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