Osmo Artisan Spotlight – Simon Barrie of Colwell Studios In the heart of Brooklyn, New York, furniture maker Simon Barrie is quietly preserving the art of traditional craftsmanship through his studio, Colwell Studios. Specializing in hand-crafted hardwood furniture built with classic joinery techniques, Simon creates pieces that embody warmth, permanence, and purpose in a [...]
Osmo Maker Feature: Rut Fjågesund, Telemark, Norway Rut Fjågesund transforms local wood into functional works of art. Specializing in hand-turned bowls with carved textures and clean, Nordic-inspired shapes, Rut brings a deep respect for material and tradition to every piece she creates. What started as a semester project during her arts and crafts studies [...]
The Secret to Better-Looking, Longer-Lasting Outdoor Woodwork: Sanding Wood Before Staining When it comes to exterior wood projects—whether it's a deck, fence, or outdoor furniture—the difference between good and great often comes down to one simple, often overlooked step: sanding. You might think a premium piece of cedar decking from the hardware store is [...]
Osmo Maker Feature: Kyle Stahler, Camber Woodworking At Camber Woodworking, furniture isn’t just built—it’s sculpted. Founded by a solo craftsman with a background in machining and mechanical engineering, Camber Woodworking blurs the line between functional furniture and sculptural art. Each piece is designed with intention, inspired by the organic curves of trees, the rolling [...]
Polyx®-Oil Original vs. Polyx-Oil Tints When it comes to finishing wood, knowing the difference between Polyx®-Oil Original and Polyx®-Oil Tints can save you time, simplify your process, and help you get exactly the look you want. Both products share Osmo’s renowned hardwax-oil formula—durable, easy to maintain, and safe for people, plants, and animals—but they [...]
Wood Finishing Safety Standards for Kids Toys Remember in the 70s and 80s when lead paint was still being used in children’s toys? Back then, few people questioned what was in the products we brought into our homes — until studies started showing just how dangerous those materials could be. There’s a reason governments [...]
Meet Kate Duncan: Bold Design, Master Craftsmanship With a deep respect for craft and a fearless eye for design, Toronto-based furniture designer Kate Duncan has been shaping wood into bold, sculptural pieces for over three decades. What began at age 12 as a personal passion has evolved into a career defined by precision, experimentation, [...]
Wood Staining with Osmo? No Water Popping Necessary Some finishing methods like water popping give dramatic color—but they also raise grain and introduce moisture risks like warping, blotchiness, or early finish failure. At Osmo, we design our finishes with your long-term satisfaction in mind—prioritizing durability, the natural feel of wood, and easy maintenance. That’s [...]
Meet Warren Turnbull of Hutch Custom At Hutch Custom, craftsmanship meets creativity in every piece. Based in the southern suburbs of Cape Town, South Africa, Hutch Custom specializes in fine furniture that seamlessly blends traditional woodworking techniques with a modern aesthetic. We caught up with Warren Turnbull, of Hutch Custom to [...]
Deck Maintenance for the Summer Season Summer is the season when your wood deck shines—barbecues, barefoot mornings, evening sunsets. But high heat and UV rays can take a toll on even the most beautifully finished outdoor wood. That’s why now is the perfect time for a mid-season deck maintenance checkup. With a little attention, [...]