Miter joints can make or break a woodworking project. They add a clean, professional look when done right, but can be frustrating to perfect. From blade selection to cutting tips, you’ll learn how to create smooth, gap-free corners that will …
Plywood is a great material for many projects, but its exposed edges can look unfinished. You might want to cover those edges to make your work look more polished. There are several ways to do this, even if you’re new …
Learning how to avoid common gluing mistakes will make your woodworking projects stronger and look better. This article will teach you about 5 gluing mistakes and how to steer clear of them. With these tips, you’ll be able to create …
With various types of wood glue available, it’s important to choose the right one for your specific needs. This guide will cover the top 5 wood glues and when to use them (product links to Amazon are affiliates). Understanding Different …
1) Measure Twice, Cut Once: This classic piece of advice is invaluable. Double-checking your measurements before making a cut can save you time, materials, and frustration. 2) Use a Sacrificial Piece When Cutting or Drilling: Place a piece of scrap …
Woodworking is exciting, but it’s also full of potential pitfalls. Beginners often encounter the same set of challenges, which can hinder their progress and affect the quality of their projects. To help you navigate these early hurdles, I’ve compiled a …
I’ve been there, just like every beginner woodworker – meticulously measuring and cutting, only to find my boards slightly too short. It’s a common frustration, but I’ve learned the key lies in understanding saw kerf. By accounting for the width …
I’ve come to rely on PVA glue as an essential tool in my workshop. This glue isn’t just about sticking pieces together; it’s key to the success of my projects, big or small. In this article, I’ll share why PVA …
I scratched my head, looking at the drunken zig-zag cuts. After meticulously jointing, planing, and measuring the wood, what had caused them to go so wonky?! Before you sweep your crooked scraps off the table in defeat, let me show …
Unless we are practicing the old style of woodworking that does not use mechanical connection methods of nails and screws, we’re going to be making holes in our wood. I marvel at the building methods of Japanese home construction that …
There is the notion that nothing ever lasts forever and that things change always, in time. Those thoughts crossed my mind as I was looking for a way to begin this piece. While J-B Weld is an excellent bonding agent, …
We all know in woodworking that there are many types of cuts – straight cuts, through cuts, non-through cuts, mitered cuts – and the power tool or tools we use to make these cuts depends on the type of cut. …
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, …
How to fix a too-big screw hole, you ask? Well, how many DIYers do you know? We’re pretty creative and industrious, and we’ve all come up with workarounds, shortcuts, fancy jigs, and such, and it’s likely many of us have …
Joining things together is an integral part of woodworking. All kinds of joinery techniques, creating a tabletop by gluing planks together, and more, are a part of the work we do in our shops. When it comes to glues and …
We woodworkers are accustomed to using wood glues on raw wood. Sometimes our woodworking project is assembling planks for a tabletop; sometimes, it’s in joinery work. But, it’s mostly with raw wood that, once the glue has dried and any …
It’s hard to sneak around when doors squeak when opened or closed. Sure, a little WD-40 can cure that, but parents would prefer that doors squeak so they can keep track of the time when kids get home on date …
It’s likely we all began working with wood glue when we were kids. Crafts time in school and woodworking time in shop class were all glue times for us. When we created our own woodworking shop, we continued to use …
