About Us

We’re a tight-knit group of wood nerds and hands-on makers — wood scientists, furniture builders, finish chemists, foresters, and technical writers — united by a simple belief: great work starts with understanding the material. Collectively, we bring decades of shop time, published research, and field experience to every piece we publish.

What sets us apart is proof, not hype. Before an article goes live, we prototype the joints, run moisture and movement checks, compare adhesives, and test finish schedules on real panels. If a claim doesn’t hold up under the plane, in clamps, or after a week in a humidity swing — it doesn’t make the cut. Clear steps. Measured results. No fluff.

• Evidence-based woodworking insights backed by peer-reviewed sources and shop tests
• Plain-language, no-nonsense advice that respects your time, budget, and safety
• Content updated as finishes, adhesives, standards, and best practices evolve
• Direct access to expertise across species selection, joinery, finishing, and shop safety

We put makers first. Safety first. Data first. Our readers trust us to tell the truth about what works, what fails, and why. We honor that trust by testing, documenting, and publishing results you can rely on.

We value consistency over extremes, honesty over hype, and progress over perfection. Each article and build guide follows a rigorous editorial process — research, sourcing, shop testing, expert review, fact-check, and clear writing — to ensure accuracy and real-world usefulness.

Transparency matters. We disclose affiliations and sponsorships when they exist, and recommendations remain independent. If a tool or product underperforms, we say so — even if it’s popular. Your results come before our revenue. Always.

• Practicality: Advice that works in real shops — small, shared, or pro
• Transparency: No gimmicks, no clickbait — evidence-led guidance with full disclosures
• Community: We learn together by sharing wins, failures, and fixes
• Expertise: Content created and reviewed by qualified professionals in wood science and craft
• Authority: Citations from respected sources like the USDA Wood Handbook and peer-reviewed literature
• Trustworthiness: We correct errors quickly and date-stamp major updates

Our work is built on real experience and verifiable knowledge. Wood Work Science is led by an editorial team with backgrounds in wood technology, cabinetmaking, and materials testing — supported by contributing experts in forestry, lumber grading, finishing, and joinery design.

Our content isn’t opinion-driven; it’s standards-informed and shop-validated. Articles are reviewed by subject-matter experts to align with current guidance in wood science, finishing chemistry, and workshop safety.

We stay connected to the field through professional organizations and literature in wood science and manufacturing. We consult references such as the USDA Wood Handbook, relevant ASTM standards, and manufacturer technical data. When we cite studies, we explain methods, limitations, and practical implications.

The goal is simple: translate robust data into decisions you can make with confidence — at the bench, on site, or in the studio.

• Methods referenced from established standards (e.g., ASTM guidance for strength, shear, and moisture testing)
• Finish and adhesive advice grounded in manufacturer TDS/SDS and proven shop workflows
• Safety guidance informed by industry best practices and tool manufacturers’ requirements
• Ongoing training and peer review to keep our team’s knowledge current