1. Acceptance and scope
This website is operated for First Woodshop, a Hostetler & Ludwig brand based in Athens, Ohio. In these terms, “First Woodshop,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to First Woodshop and Hostetler & Ludwig. “You” refers to anyone who visits or uses this website.
By using the website, you agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
This website currently provides product information, downloadable instructions, and educational material. Purchases made through a retailer may also be governed by that retailer’s terms, return policy, and privacy practices.
2. Website content and availability
We work to keep our project information accurate and useful, but woodworking materials, finishes, tools, and conditions vary. We may correct, update, remove, or replace website content and instructions at any time.
We do not promise that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, or free of errors. Downloaded instructions should be checked against the latest version available on this website before beginning a project.
3. Project safety and adult supervision
The Keepsake Box Kit is intended for builders age 8 and older with responsible adult supervision. Adults are responsible for deciding whether a project, material, tool, or finishing product is appropriate for a particular builder.
- Read the complete instructions before starting.
- Follow all warnings and directions supplied with glue, sandpaper, finishes, and other materials.
- Work in a clean, well-ventilated area and use appropriate protective equipment.
- Keep small parts, finishing materials, and other hazards away from young children and pets.
- Do not introduce power tools or substitute methods unless a knowledgeable adult determines that they can be used safely.
Website instructions are educational information and are not a substitute for careful adult judgment, product labels, or professional safety advice.
4. Intellectual property
The First Woodshop name, logo, website design, photographs, illustrations, videos, written instructions, and other original content are owned by Hostetler & Ludwig or used with permission and are protected by applicable intellectual-property laws.
You may view and download project instructions for personal, noncommercial use with a First Woodshop kit. You may not republish, sell, remove ownership notices from, or commercially distribute our content without written permission.
5. Acceptable use
You agree not to misuse the website. Prohibited activity includes attempting unauthorized access, disrupting the website, introducing malicious code, impersonating another person or organization, violating applicable law, or copying website content in bulk for an unauthorized commercial purpose.
6. Retailers and third-party services
The website may link to retailers, YouTube, or other services that First Woodshop does not control. Their terms, privacy practices, accessibility, content, and availability are their responsibility. A link or embedded video does not make First Woodshop responsible for the third-party service.
7. Disclaimers and limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, the website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not make warranties about uninterrupted availability, freedom from harmful components, or the completeness or accuracy of every item of content.
To the extent permitted by law, First Woodshop and Hostetler & Ludwig will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of—or inability to use—the website or third-party services. Nothing in these terms excludes rights or remedies that cannot legally be excluded.
8. Governing law and changes
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. We may revise these terms as the website and our services change. The effective date at the top of this page identifies the current version.
If one part of these terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply.
9. Contact
First Woodshop is a Hostetler & Ludwig brand based in Athens, Ohio. Until a dedicated First Woodshop support channel is published, please contact the retailer that supplied your kit and ask that your question be forwarded to First Woodshop.