The Makers Guide

Adults at workbenches, woman chiselling in foreground, TMS logo visible
Luca Dal Molin | April 02, 2026
How to Learn Woodworking in Dubai: The Complete Guide to The Makers Society's Modular Course

Most people who want to learn woodworking don't lack ability — they lack structure. The Makers Society's woodworking course in Dubai is a seven-module, mentored pathway that takes you from your first hand plane stroke to a completed portfolio build, on a schedule that fits around real life. Here is...

Sustainable timber sourcing UAE workshop bench with premium hardwood boards
James Verne | March 31, 2026
Sustainable Timber Sourcing UAE: A Maker's Guide to Responsible Wood

Sustainable timber sourcing in the UAE is more than a trend — it is the foundation of honest craftsmanship. This guide explores how The Makers Society selects responsibly sourced hardwoods, minimises workshop waste, and builds heirloom-quality pieces designed to outlast fast furniture by generations. The most sustainable choice is always...

wood vs plastic cutting board side by side on kitchen counter
James Verne | March 29, 2026
Wood vs Plastic Cutting Board: Which Is Actually the Cleaner Choice?

The wood vs plastic cutting board debate has a science-backed answer — and it is not the one most people expect. Discover how hardwood's natural capillary action actively kills bacteria, why the dishwasher advantage of plastic is largely a myth, and what makes a premium hardwood board the superior choice...

Wooden cutting board restoration on a workshop bench, ready to resurface
James Verne | March 27, 2026
Beyond Mineral Oil: The Complete Guide to Restoring a Wooden Cutting Board

Wooden cutting board restoration is not a repair — it is a renewal. This step-by-step guide covers diagnosing wear, removing deep knife marks with a card scraper or sandpaper, and finishing with mineral oil and beeswax. Discover why a premium hardwood board never needs replacing — only restoring.

Premium hardwood cutting board oiled with food-safe mineral oil
James Verne | March 25, 2026
Why You Should Never Use Olive Oil on Your Cutting Board

Wood cutting board care is simpler than most people think — but it requires the right materials. Olive oil, however natural it seems, causes irreversible rancidity inside the wood grain. Here is what to use instead, and why it makes all the difference to the life of your board.

End-grain walnut cutting board on a kitchen counter in Dubai.
Luca Dal Molin | March 23, 2026
Why End-Grain Cutting Boards Are Better for Your Knives

End-grain cutting boards are one of the most misunderstood upgrades in any serious kitchen. The way vertical wood fibres interact with a knife edge changes everything — from blade longevity to surface hygiene. Here is the science behind why construction method matters more than most cooks realise.