Using off-the-rack hardware and scraps, you can build an excellent scraping plane. Read more
Author Archives: Nick Engler
The Way Wood Works
Wood is a cantankerous substance; there’s no two ways about it. Here are the basics to understanding how wood moves and how to deal with its peculiarities. Read more
Bending Wood the Wright Way
In my mind, there are three classifications of woodworking techniques. Read more
Microadjustable Support Stand
My grandfather used to call them “dead men” — T-shaped stands that he placed outboard of a tool or a workbench for additional support. They were the extra hands he needed to manage large workpieces — when I wasn’t around, that is. Read more
Microadjustable Finger Joint Jig
Most finger joint jigs become unusable after a few uses. This adjustable one will last for years. Read more
A Jig for Precision Trimming
Turn your laminate trimmer into a tool that flushes surfaces with incredible finesse. Read more
I-beam Work Island
This worktable’s strength comes from skyscraper technology, and we show you the woodworking techniques to do it yourself. Read more