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  • Drilling and Machining Tips

    • Circle Cutters

      Making large holes can be a challenge. A circle cutter is a handy drill press accessory that allows you to make holes anywhere from 2″… Read Full Tip

    • Timberline Forstner Bit Set

      Forstner bits are the ideal bit for drilling flat-bottomed holes or overlapping holes when making mortises or slots. This value-priced set from Timberline contains 16… Read Full Tip

    • Drilling Essentials Kit

      Drilling clean, accurate holes in wood using a hand-held drill can be a challenge. So we’ve put together a basic kit consisting of the items… Read Full Tip

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  • Dust Collection Tips

    • Dust Collection Hose Kits

      The Tale of Two Dust Hose Kits. Hooking up tools with small ports to dust collection has never been easier thanks to the Flexiport dust… Read Full Tip

    • Dust Collection at the Bench

      Dust Collection Solutions at the Bench. Setting up dust collection at the workbench can be a challenge. Portable tools like finish sanders have tiny ports,… Read Full Tip

    • Small Shop Planning Part 3

      Small Shop Planning Part 3: Dust Collection Secrets Revealed! Getting started with dust collection doesn’t have to be complicated. By following simple guidelines and understanding… Read Full Tip

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  • Planning and Organizing Tips

    • Small Shop Planning Part 3

      Small Shop Planning Part 3: Dust Collection Secrets Revealed! Getting started with dust collection doesn’t have to be complicated. By following simple guidelines and understanding… Read Full Tip

    • Small Shop Planning Part 2

      Small Shop Planning Part 2: Utilizing Wall Space. Now that the work zones and floor space are established, it’s time to move on to the… Read Full Tip

    • Small Shop Planning Part 1

      Small Shop Planning Part 1: Defining Work Zones. What’s your dream shop look like? A separate 16 x 30′ outbuilding? Hardwood floors? Heated and cooled?… Read Full Tip

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  • Router and Router Table Tips

    • Dado Clean Out Bits

      Dado clean out bits are useful for creating flat-bottomed dadoes and grooves as well as for template routing. We offer two sizes — 1/4″ length… Read Full Tip

    • Making Routed Bowls

      Create beautiful bowls and trays using your plunge router and the CMT Bowl and Tray bit and collet extension. FEATURED PRODUCTS RELATED PRODUCTS RETURN TO… Read Full Tip

    • Kreg Router Lift

      Are you tired of having to stoop down and reach under your router table every time you need to adjust the height of the bit?… Read Full Tip

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  • Sanding and Finishing Tips

    • Beeswax Paste

      Interstate Woodworks Beeswax Paste is made from natural beeswax and mineral oil. It is a safe finish for cutting boards, wooden bowls and spoons, and… Read Full Tip

    • Milescraft SandDevil Sanding Blocks

      Sanding is rarely a fun task, but having the right tools can make the job go easier. These sanding blocks from Milescraft use cloth-backed sanding… Read Full Tip

    • A Fast, Foolproof Finish

      Take the hassle out of finishing with General Finishes’ Gel Topcoat. This easy-to-apply finish creates a beautiful, hand-rubbed appearance without any runs or drips. See… Read Full Tip

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  • Table Saw Tips

    • Stack Dado Blades

      A stack dado blade set is just the ticket for cutting rabbets, dadoes, or grooves. But there is quite a range in price among dado… Read Full Tip

    • GRR-Ripper2 Go

      This new push block from MicroJig is always ready to go without needing any setup or adjustments. Just grab it and go! FEATURED PRODUCTS Read Full Tip

    • Microdial Tapering Jig

      Cut perfect tapers safely and easily with the Microdial Tapering Jig. Two dials allow you to set tapers by degrees or amount of taper per… Read Full Tip

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  • Technique Tips

    • River Table Q&A Part 4

      River Table Q&A, Part 4: The Secrets to Getting a Top Flat, Smooth and Ready to Finish River Table Q&A Part 4: The Secrets to… Read Full Tip

    • River Table Q&A Part 3

      River Table Q&A Part 3: Making a Perfect Mold! You had more questions, so we answered! Get more details on how to prep and protect… Read Full Tip

    • River Table Q&A Part 2

      River Table Q&A Part 2: How to Remove a Rough Edge and Twist from a Workpiece. What’s the best way to remove a rough edge?… Read Full Tip

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  • Tool & Product Review Tips

    • EZE-Lap Diamond Sharpeners

      Diamond sharpening plates and hones remove metal quickly, making them ideal for all kinds of sharpening tasks. The diamonds used in these sharpeners last for… Read Full Tip

    • Veritas Mk. II Honing Guide

      Learning to sharpen chisels and plane irons is a difficult task for many woodworkers. But this honing guide from Veritas makes the task a whole… Read Full Tip

    • Rikon Worklight

      Rikon’s gooseneck worklight is the ideal way to add task lighting right where you need it. A magnetic base allows you to attach the worklight… Read Full Tip

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