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…
Drill presses are an essential tool for serious woodworking or metalworking projects. Even if you’re just making stuff for your home, they might be useful; for instance, do you know how to put together your child’s toys? Well, if you get a drill press you can also drill the holes…
As a beginner, it can be intimidating to walk into your first woodworking workshop. You might see tons of different tools that look amazing but you won’t know how they work or even what some do. But if want to learn the basics then there is no better place than…
Have the days of using a standard tape measure come to an end? As you know these days there is an app on your phone for almost anything. This also goes with many things in woodworking. So with anything new, there will be hesitation to use them and replace the…
There are a number of different types and brands out there, but if you want the best then it’s safe to say that nothing beats carpenters pencils. They were designed specifically for our needs as woodworkers because they last much longer than regular old-fashioned graphite pens! In addition, their special…
The main reason to use a wood planer is to smooth and size the surface of your board. If the face of your board has chipped edges or saw marks, then you can clean those up with a wood planer. Or maybe you want to decrease the thickness of your…
