Category: Power Tools

I love my bandsaw but one thing that really annoys me is a blade that just won’t cut straight. I recently encountered this problem so I decided to look into why it was happening. Here is what I found. Below are 10 reasons why your bandsaw does not cut straight: Bandsaw blades can be tricky…

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If you’ve bought your first circular saw for a DIY project or even for professional use, the blade installation can be confusing. It seems like the blade might fit with the teeth facing up as well as down. But to position the blade and decide which way the wood should face, you must know which…

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Let’s face it, we all use a shop vac or similar item to control dust and clean our shops. Shop vacuums are very popular tools for cleaning. I recently had to purchase a new one but I could not find anything that actually told me which shop vacs have the most suction. For this reason,…

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Because woodworking tools are expensive, you want to make sure the tools you purchase will suit your needs best. But with so many different brands available, such as Grizzly and Jet, choosing the right company can be difficult. Jet makes better, more expensive woodworking tools while Grizzly produces comparable, cheaper machines. Additionally, Jet is superior…

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When you get started in woodworking, buying the necessary tools can soon become expensive. For this reason, you may be tempted to go all-in just like I was. Keep reading as you may not need to. Do you really need a jointer if you have a table saw? You do not need a jointer if…

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When it comes to woodworking projects, especially furniture, pine is a top choice. It’s a great all-around timber that’s relatively cheap and can give some amazing results. You might be looking to cut out some patterns this weekend but all you have handy is a scroll saw. Can you cut pine on a scroll saw?…

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