Author: Derek

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  • Why Are There So Many Holes In My Woodworking Bench?

    Why Are There So Many Holes In My Woodworking Bench?

    If you are either in the process of getting a woodworking bench or have just purchased one, you may have taken notice of many holes built into the surface of the woodworking bench. This is not a cause for concern, as the holes in the woodworking bench have a utility value. Why do woodworking benches…

  • What Woodworking Tools Should I Get – The Essential Guide

    What Woodworking Tools Should I Get – The Essential Guide

    Woodworking is both a long-standing hobby and trade in Australia, the United States, and other countries. Statistics on the Woodworking Network, show that there are around 634,000 woodworkers in the United States as of 2018.  While woodworking can be a lucrative employment opportunity, it can also be a lifelong hobby that is enjoyed by many. …

  • What Is A Clearance Hole? – Here Is Why You Need One

    What Is A Clearance Hole? – Here Is Why You Need One

    Have you ever wondered why woodworkers always drill a larger hole in the primary piece of wood before they put a screw in? This hole is known as a clearance hole and is very necessary for all woodworking projects here is why. What is a clearance hole? A clearance hole is a hole that is…

  • Secrets To Why Woodworkers Always Wear Aprons

    Secrets To Why Woodworkers Always Wear Aprons

    We’ve all seen woodworking videos that inspire us for our next arts and crafts DIY project. But, in these videos, you might have noticed a pattern: The woodworkers are always wearing aprons. It’s not like they are going to cook something, so you might be wondering why they wear them in the first place—but the…

  • Why Is The End Of A Tape Measure Loose? A Few Secrets Why

    Why Is The End Of A Tape Measure Loose? A Few Secrets Why

    Have you ever wondered why the end of your tape is loose? I was recently at my neighbor’s house and not liking his old tape measure, I decided to buy him a new one. A few weeks later we were talking about tape measures and he made a comment on the one I had bought…