Woodwork tools cover all types of tools that are used in woodworking. These woodworking tools include stationary machines, power tools, and hand tools.
A close friend has recently started his own woodworking shop and he has taken an interest in Woodturning. Knowing very little about it he recently asked me; is wood turning dangerous? I shared the following with him. Woodturning is very dangerous and can cause injuries such as dust inhalation, allergies, bruises, deep cuts, broken bones,…
The best advice I can give when starting your workshop is to start off with second-hand tools to cut down on costs. Woodworking tools can get expensive, but there is no reason to buy them brand new when you can get used ones in good or like-new condition. Both hand and power tools can be…
One of the most commonly used machines in my workshop is the bandsaw. It is such a versatile machine that can do everything from ripping stock to cutting intricate curves. Just a few months back, I was doing a lot of work with the bandsaw and I broke 3 blades within a week. As much…
One of my first projects, when I started woodworking, was made from plywood. I had everything ready to go, but at that time I only had some basic tools to cut the plywood. Maybe you are in the same situation. Do you need a circular saw or jigsaw for plywood? Both a circular saw and…
A few months ago I had just finished making an outdoor shoe rack and I needed to hang it on the bricks outside in my alfresco area. I started gathering together the tools that I needed and my first thought was can a cordless drill go through brick? Generally, a cordless drill can drill through…
No workshop can be without the trusty tool called a jigsaw! They are invaluable for a lot of jobs but can also be frustrating at times. One question I get asked all the time from my friends is why does my jigsaw blade bend? A jigsaw blade will bend due to the following reasons: In…
