Laser levels are used in construction to place objects at a consistent height, such as wall studs or ceiling joists. They can also be used to scribe lines, transferring measurements from one surface to another (such as between an existing wall and a proposed foundation). A laser level can also be used as a guide…
What is a woodworking jig and how will it help you in your woodworking projects. We all have repeatable processes we use in our woodshop and we are also looking to shorten the time spent on each project. I’m sure you may have made a jig and not even known it. If you have a…
A pocket hole joint is a type of tongue and groove woodworking joint, where one board has holes bored into it so that screws can be driven from the side. A special pocket hole drill bit is used to bore the holes, which are slightly undersized so that they do not go all the way…
If you are in woodworking and use hand carving tools such as chisels and planers you know the sharper the blade the better. It carves better and creates the best product you are making. You know you pay hard-earned money for good tools, why not get the most performance and longevity. The way to get…
In order to give yourself the best chance of success when you’re working on a project, it’s important that your workbench is set up correctly. One way in which this might happen depends on how tall or short you are and whether you want a lot of storage space for various tools or if not,…
Wood routers are a great tool for shaping wood and can be found in many workshops. But if you don’t have one, there is no need to worry! There are alternatives depending on what you are wanting to accomplish for your wood projects. From edges to joins or even creative wood carving there are other…
