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Drilling and Machining Tips
Power Drive Threaded Insert Tool
The Easy Way to Install Threaded Inserts! Stop struggling with threaded insert installation. These driver bits turn a frustrating job into something anyone can do!… Read Full Tip
Machining Thin Metal
Making Small Metal Parts in Your Woodshop. Making thin metal parts is a challenge in any shop. The parts can be hard to hold onto,… Read Full Tip
Snappy Drill Driver Sets
What’s your favorite tool? We asked ourselves the same question and found that a 25-piece drill driver set from Snappy was at the top of… Read Full Tip
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
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
Router and Router Table Tips
Spiral Up-Cut Bits
The Ultimate Bit for Mortises. When it comes to routing mortises or grooves, learn why this one type of bit beats all others, hands down.… Read Full Tip
Loose Tenon Joinery Part 4
Loose Tenon Joinery Part 4: Time for Tenons! See how easy it is to make custom-fit tenons. By making the tenons slightly smaller you not… Read Full Tip
Loose Tenon Joinery Part 5
Loose Tenon Joinery Part 5: Is it Real or Fake? Looking for a way to make your joinery more decorative? Check out these tips and… Read Full Tip
Sanding and Finishing Tips
Sanding Drum Kits
Turn Your Drill Press Into a Spindle Sander! This inexpensive drill press accessory allows you to sand curves and rounded profiles with ease. Plus, use… Read Full Tip
Hook and Loop Sandpaper
What’s New With Hook And Loop Sandpaper? Traditional hook and loop sandpapers have been around for a while. The deciding factor is typically 5-hole or… Read Full Tip
PSA Sandpaper
PSA — The One Sandpaper We Just Can’t Live Without! Let’s face it, sanding is not always the most fun part of woodworking. But it’s… Read Full Tip
Table Saw Tips
Infeed Table Q&A, Part 2
Kim and Dennis answer questions from viewers on how to adapt the quick-attach infeed table to saws with tubular steel or extruded aluminum rip fence… Read Full Tip
Table Saw Infeed Table
Quick-Attach Table Saw Infeed Table. Add additional capacity to your table saw in seconds with a shop-built infeed table. Cut wider boards with the miter… Read Full Tip
All-in-One Saw Blade
Can One Saw Blade Replace Three Blades? Combination saw blades have been around a long time, but few offer precision smooth cuts. The Forrest Woodworker… Read Full Tip
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
Tool & Product Review Tips
Specialty Wood Glues, Part 2
Three More Specialty Wood Glues Every Woodworker Should Know About! Discover how Titebond Extend glues take the frenzy out of complicated glue-ups. Plus, learn about… Read Full Tip
Specialty Wood Glues, Part 1
Specialty Wood Glues Just Got a Whole Lot Better! Need less runny glue? See why Titebond Quick and Thick worked well on a project that… Read Full Tip
Full-Featured Measuring Tapes
Looking for a Better Tape Measure? Look no further, Fastcap has you covered. In this tool review video, we take an in-depth look at their… Read Full Tip
