How To Use A Chainsaw
Even if you’re not a serial killer (you’ve see “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” right?)… Chainsaws can be very dangerous, and are a threat to yourself and those around you. It’s important that ...
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Chainsaw Safety Guide
All types of powered saws (and power tools in general) are extremely dangerous, but chainsaws are on another level of danger altogether… Most other types of saws are in a fixed position, and you ...
How to Sharpen a Chainsaw
There are several areas of upkeep to consider with chainsaws, and unless you go cordless, there are bound to be plenty of trips to the repair shop as well. Some tools can be time-consuming to ...
A Guide to Bandsaw Features
Woodworkers looking to purchase great bandsaw for their shop don’t have to look hard as there are dozens of sizes and a price point for everyone. When stuck between models, simply looking at the ...
How to Use a Bandsaw
Now that you’ve purchased a bandsaw it’s time to put it to the test and cut some wood. Whether you’re making a precision cut or simply re-sawing, the first time you fire up your machine is exciting. ...
Guide to Bandsaw Safety
Tales of missing fingers and trips to the emergency room are common in the woodworking world although these are things you can easily avoid if you keep safety in mind. Any machine with a blade ...
How to use a Drill Press
Humans have been putting holes into objects for millions of years, but it took a while for us to add electricity to the mix. While there is a style of drill for every consumer, drill presses hold a ...
Which Should You Buy: Brushless vs Brushed Drill
There were have been two big revolutions in the tool world in the past few decades. One involved the rise of Lithium-ion batteries, and the other has to do with motors. Small motors have been ...
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A Guide to Cordless Drill Safety
There was a time when every tool was powered by electricity or good old fashioned elbow grease. Well, those days are long gone thanks to the rise or portable power tools and Li-ion batteries. By ...
Impact Driver vs Drill
While there are several “types” of drills, one of the most common styles outside of the classic is the impact driver. It’s far from new, but a tool that has been on the rise in recent years which ...
A Guide to the History of the Drill
Human beings are rather inventive, and while it may have taken us thousands of years to produce power tools, here we are. Sometimes to look forward, you have to look back to the past which brings ...
Cordless Drill Feature Guide
So you’re in the market for a new cordless drill and don’t know where to turn. You are not alone as it’s a common problem for consumers, and easy to become torn between two models. ...
Tips How to Drill Pocket Holes Without a Kreg Jig
We have often stressed the importance of keeping your drill straight and how to use a drill properly. Well, that isn’t always the case, especially if you need to connect two pieces of wood at an ...
How To Understand Different Woodworking Joint Types
In the early days of woodworking, prior to the existence of many tools, man was limited in his methods for joining wood. Early joints were made by lashing pieces together. Although these joints ...
Shop Vac Uses
While you can’t drive a screw with a hammer or use a rake to cut a piece of tin, some tools do have multiple purposes. The powerful little shop vac is one such device, as it can do more than suck ...
How to Use a Shop Vac
Shop vacuums are handy tools that live up to their moniker by being tough enough to clean up a shop in a matter of minutes. They can handle tasks an ordinary upright vacuum cleaner cannot ...
How to Clean a Shop Vac Filter
Shop vacs can remove debris from any type of surface, and they are known for their ability to pick up things a traditional vacuum cleaner cannot. They are simple to use and very versatile with ...
How to Break in Boots
When you first slip your foot into your new pair of boots, you may be in for a bit of a surprise. Some may fit tighter than they did at the store while others may feel loose in the heel. ...
How to Clean Work Boots
Any style of footwear is going to get dirty unless you’re a magician that prefers floating to walking. Sidewalks can dirty up a white shoe in seconds, but dirt, mud, and concrete can destroy a work ...
How To Use A Screwdriver
For such a seemingly simple tool, there’s actually a lot to learn about the legendary screwdriver. It’s one of most useful and widely owned of any tool out there by hobbyists, home ...
How To Magnetize A Screwdriver
As discussed in our best screwdriver set article, these are one of the most basic tools that any home should own – but there’s also several variants of screwdrivers. As well as the different ...
Types of Work Boots
Before you look for a good set of work boots, you must first understand their purpose. Sure, they are geared to protect your feet on the job, but what do you do for a living? A police officer ...
How Should Work Boots Fit
Buying a new pair of boots can be an exciting, but expensive endeavor, especially when it comes to footwear designed for specific needs like work boots. Work boots are by far the most difficult ...
Woodwork Awards: Best Uses Of Wood By Home Builders
There’s no doubt that when it comes to wood, it’s not only an incredibly versatile material but also one of the most popular building materials, especially in residential buildings. This decade has ...
5 Most Amazing Woodworking Projects
Woodworking is not simply a practical (and a fun) hobby, it is a form of modern art, combining practicality with the quirkiest over-the-top designs. I bet none of the woodworking ...
21 Amazing And Inspiring Wooden Stairs
These staircases are mostly custom made, and they would add an incredible sense of homeliness to any house. The custom woodworking is nothing short of wondrous. Check out the detailing on #10, ...
19 Beautiful Rustic Woodworking Projects
Rustic interior design is captivating and gives the home cozy atmosphere. With woodworking, rustic style is almost the central point when designing different projects so if you are a fan of rustic ...
Woodworking Pitfalls to Avoid
The exorbitant cost of hiring a carpenter to do work for you and expensive furniture stores have prompted many people to do their own carpentry. Many people have decided to DIY. Although that ...
How to Apply Wood Finish Without Runs or Drips
Once you have prepared and stained wood, the final step is to apply finish to protect the timber. While the preparation stage gets the material ready and the stain brings out wood’s natural beauty, ...
When to DIY and When Not to DIY
Hiring a professional such as a carpenter or a builder to produce work can be an expensive exercise. That has forced many people to seek alternatives. The internet is filled with informative ...
Everything You Need to Know about Wood Engraving
Let’s complete a little experiment: look around your home at the wooden objects you own. You might see a dining table, picture frames, doors, kitchen or bathroom cabinetry, a wooden welcome sign in ...
Wood Carving Tools: Our Comprehensive Guide
Wood carving is an excellent technique to learn. Whether you're doing it as a hobby or you'd like to make larger objects for around the house, wood carving is something that has been done for ...
The Best Way To Get Started
Checkout the incredible table above – looks professionally made, doesn’t it? Well, it’s not. This is the work of a woodworking hobbyist, just like you. All it took was some knowledge, ...
A Journeyman’s Guide to Saws for the Hobbyist
There are some things that are so fundamental that there’s simply no alternative. Let’s say you needed to cut a beam of wood in two – what tool are you going to need? You guessed it – a saw. ...
How To Plunge Cut With A Hand Wood Router
Trying anything new can be hard, especially when it comes to carpentry or home improvement tasks. Using powered tools, like wood routers, can also be tricky, and whereas hand tools can get ...
5 Step-By-Step Woodworking Projects That Are Perfect For Beginners
Once you’ve got your workbench and first few basic tools ready to go, it’s time to choose a project and get building. You’re going to need plans for what you want to build, and ideally also ...
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