A DIY feather board is simply an angled piece of wood which has fingers cut in one end. It’s a great addition to table saws and router tables, and even some band saws. For example, on a table saw I like using a feather board to make sure the work piece doesn’t drift away from the fence, which can be a concern in some instances, … Read More
When you don’t have a fully equipped wood shop, but you’ve got grandpas old table saw buried under some boxes, you just might have everything you need to take on a few woodworking projects. But you may need to learn how to square up a board first. Sometimes the boards we get don’t quite have usable edges. And that’s where this squaring process comes into … Read More
So you’re ready to calibrate your miter gauge, but would like a few pointers to make sure you’re doing it right… Perfect, that’s what this page is all about. The miter gauge on your table saw is there to help you make safe and consistent cross cuts or miter cuts on the table saw. A good miter gauge will slide along the miter slot in … Read More
The table saw can be intimidating, especially for beginner woodworkers that aren’t accustomed to using such a powerful tool. That’s why table saw safety is so important, and you should take the time to understand some best practices in order to greatly reduce the chance of getting injured in your wood shop. On this page you’ll find a list of critical table saw safety tips … Read More
A good zero clearance table saw insert can really make a difference in your table saw’s performance. It offers optimal support of the work piece, all the way right up to the blade, meaning less (in some cases zero) tearout on the bottom side of the cut. That means you end up with a cleaner edge. There are a few different ways to go about … Read More
When you’re trying to research how to choose a table saw and you’re hit with what seems like an overwhelming amount of options, within a huge span of price ranges… Yeah, shopping for a table saw can be frustrating. I’ve moved from a lightweight, jobsite type of saw, up to a heavier hybrid style with a mobile base, and finally up to a stationary 3 … Read More
So you’re at a crossroads. You want to invest some money in a good woodworking power tool that can handle all (or most) of your cuts. The choice really comes down to the table saw vs the miter saw. Your decision really depends on what types of projects you’ll be using it for. I’ve been doing DIY home renovation projects, as well as building furniture … Read More
The table saw sacrificial fence is a special shop-made fence that literally sacrifices itself to serve its purpose. You can use the sacrificial table saw fence to help you line up notches that run along the edge of a board. This type of cut is called a rabbet, and to get a better idea of what a rabbet is, vs a dado or groove, read … Read More
Do you feel like the list of woodworking tools for beginners is never ending? It seems like a person could spend tens of thousands of dollars before they can even get started. Well I can assure you, it does NOT have to be that expensive. There are some basic techniques you need to be equipped to handle. I’ve learned over the years how to do … Read More
The dovetail joint is a classic woodworking joint that is known best for its use with drawers. But that’s not the only reason to use this joint. Dovetail joinery can be used for many different types of projects, and the joint itself has several different variations. There’s the standard through dovetail joint, there’s the half-blind dovetail joint, the sliding dovetail, the lap dovetail, and even … Read More
If there’s one thing most beginner woodworkers are missing, it’s the right tool for the job. But that doesn’t always mean an expensive power tool. Sometimes it’s nothing more than a simple jig that can assist you in making the cutting or clamping process go easier. So today, I want to show you 9 awesome wood shop projects that will help you with many different … Read More
Burning wood. Slow, difficult cuts. Dulling blade. All bad things. This is what happens more and more, the dirtier your table saw blade becomes. The carbide tips on your blade will get packed with pitch and resin from the wood you cut, some wood types are worse than others. So after a couple projects, it’s a good idea to spend 20 minutes cleaning your blade … Read More
So you’re interested in beginning woodworking? Awesome! You’re probably wondering where to begin. How should you break into this incredibly fun and rewarding hobby? Well, you need to find out what kind of projects really inspire you. When beginning woodworking, most people draw inspiration just from seeing what’s possible from other woodworkers’ projects. Plus, the fact that some of these projects are really basic, especially … Read More
Let’s talk about the table saw. And I mean at the most basic level. This is for real beginners, for those of you that still need a good, basic understanding of this amazing tool and what it can do for you. As with most woodworkers, this tool will likely become the most important power tool in your wood shop. So it’s worth spending a little … Read More
Let me put it this way. Your Table Saw is (or at least it should be) the heart of your wood shop. Maybe you don’t realize that just yet. But as you learn more and build more, you’ll find out soon enough. The number of things you will do, and the things you can do, all on your table saw, will most likely make it … Read More
Spam not included. Unsubscribe anytime.