How to Create Wood Inlay With a Laser Engraver
Wood inlay is one of the most striking techniques in woodworking, combining precision craftsmanship with visual contrast. Traditionally, inlay required hand tools, chisels, and a great deal of [...]
Top Reasons to Keep Titebond III in Your Shop
Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue is one of the most popular choices for woodworking pros and hobbyists alike. Is Titebond III a good choice for you in your shop though?...
Kiln-Dried vs. Air-Dried Lumber—Know Before Purchasing
Every good woodworking project starts with properly-dried wood that won’t cause you moisture issues in the future. And unless you want picking out wood to be a big guessing game—and...
In-depth with Shaper Origin
Every now and then, a new tool hits the marketplace that changes the way we work. In the last decade or so, CNC routers have been one of those...
Upgrade Your Single Stage Dust Collector
In the world of home-shop dust collection, dust collectors come in (basically) two flavors — single stage and two stage systems. A single stage system is what most of us...
Choosing the Correct Pocket Screws for Your Project
Pocket screws are a wonderful thing. They’ve been used to build furniture by everyone from Shakers to Makers. However, using the proper pocket screws in your project is the difference...
Upgrade Your Finishing
Some of the most common questions we get are about finishing. How do I get a better finish on my project? What’s the easiest finish to apply? What’s the most...
Working Safely in the Shop
Safety is the #1 goal in woodworking. June is national safety month, so we’re covering some shop safety best practices. Learn about avoiding hazards while woodworking, as well as the...
Precision and Power in a Handheld Grinder
You can tell when you’re holding a good tool in your hands. The way it feels, the way it responds, the way it does everything you ask it to. There’s...
Handcrafting Zen Chairs in Japan
At the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan, world-renowned woodworker Tak Yoshino creates custom, handcrafted chairs that promote proper and healthy posture through the practice of Zen. As a result...
6 Reasons Woodworkers Need To Use A Moisture Meter
Sponsored by Wagner Meters Do you know the reasons why a woodworker should use a moisture meter? If you’re not convinced moisture measurement is important, you will be by the...
Take Control of Wood Dust
Sponsored by Oneida Air Systems 2020 has many of us spending more time than ever in the workshop. Whether it’s sketching out your newest build or taking the next steps...
