We’re used to cutting wood with both power tools and hand tools. After all, it’s a woodworking shop, and our projects involve working with wood. However, sometimes we incorporate a metal into our work. Perhaps it’s a piece of furniture, …
My house is 130 years old, and the “cellar” is a dirt floor with original stone walls. I’m 6’1″, and have to stay low as there is only about 5 feet of space height. After tripping a breaker as I …
We know what wooden dowels are, and we have all used them from time to time, either in making something or repairing something in our woodworking shop. You run to the local hardware store, where you will find wood dowels …
The DEWALT DCS570 20V Circular Saw is known for its dependable cutting power, but like all tools, it can experience issues. This article presents 6 common problems that users may encounter and provides straightforward fixes. From lithium-ion battery malfunctions to …
Woodworkers tend to be pretty free in expressing frustration or anger with their power tools. The things that get said to them are NSFW, to be sure. Forums among woodworkers are filled with complaints and venting just as much as …
Uneven wood cuts prevent a clean, level, and square assembly in our woodworking projects. We know these are all essential to a stable, strong, and secure finished project, whether a desk, a chair, a table, shelving, cabinets, picture, window and …
If you are an experienced woodworker, whether professional or hobbyist, you know about these two power saws. Each comes as a corded tool and a cordless model, and each has a place in every woodworking shop. For the beginner woodworker, …
A power tool easily transported and brought to the workpiece, a guarantee of a straight cut when ripping boards or plywood, or for cutting floorboards or panels: these are valuable capabilities in a woodworking shop or for a DIY home …
Black & Decker, a manufacturer of power tools, hardware, and appliances, has been around since 1910, when it was established in Towson, Maryland, a little bit north of Baltimore. About 40% of what the company sells in the United States …
Every woodworker knows the significance of having the right tool for the job. But when it comes to circular saws, do you need the close-quarter control of a regular model or the powerful cutting power of a rear-handle saw? In …
The best estimate available for the percentage of people who are left-handed is 10%. It’s difficult to measure this with any great accuracy because the variance in preferences and skills from task to task is great and because left-handed people …
There’s something about firing up the table saw in our woodworking shop, the speed at which the spinning blade reaches those 3000 – 4000 RPMs, the ease with which it cuts through the wood. Whether ripping or cross-cutting, great power …
SawStop, renowned for its advanced table and cabinet saws, has transformed the safety standards of power tools with its patented safety system. This innovation prioritizes user safety, ensuring protection against potential mishaps. We’ve extensively covered SawStop in previous articles, discussing …
Remember trying to fit square blocks into round holes as kids? In woodworking, sometimes we actually need square holes. But why? Our drills make round holes just fine, and things like screws and nails are round too. One big reason …
Choosing the right saw blade is key to getting clean, precise cuts when installing laminate flooring. The material used in laminate flooring is durable but can quickly dull lower-quality blades. With the right saw blade and power tool, you can …
Do you remember the first time you hammered your thumb? I do. It hurt like heck, and it was a long time before the normal pink flesh color returned to it, and the nail wasn’t threatening to fall off. At …
In this article, I’ll walk you through the essentials of Festool track saw blades. We’ll cover everything from blade sizes and tooth designs to their best uses. Whether you’re tackling fine woodworking or cutting through tough materials, choosing the right …
Understanding the cut depth of a circular saw is crucial for quality woodworking. This article outlines the factors that determine cut depth, from blade size to saw design, and provides essential tips for safe and precise cutting. Understanding Circular Saw …