Clamping & Gluing

These useful clamping and gluing tricks can help you avoid sticky situations.


7 Must-Have Shop Clamps

7 Must-Have Shop Clamps

The old saying, "You can never have too many clamps," is true. But making sure you have the right ones … Read More

“Outside The Box” Clamping Tricks

“Outside The Box” Clamping Tricks

Sometimes, clamping up an assembly requires a little bit of creative thinking. But there's always a way to get the … Read More

How to Glue Wood Joints for Maximum Strength

How to Glue Wood Joints for Maximum Strength

Strong woodworking joints depend on more than good joinery. Learn how proper fit, glue coverage, and clamping create strong, reliable … Read More

Shop-Made Spring Clamp

Shop-Made Spring Clamp

A simple wood clamp that fits the bill when you're in a pinch. Read More

Extended Reach Clamps

Extended Reach Clamps

Here's a simple way to extend the reach and the life of your humble old C-clamp. Read More

Junk Mail Glue Spreader

Junk Mail Glue Spreader

Save those junk mail cards and use them as a cheap glue spreader. Read More

Right Angle Clamp

Right Angle Clamp

This simple shop-made jig provides you with an extra hand when it comes to assembly. All it takes is a … Read More

Drill Press Clamping Block

Drill Press Clamping Block

Some wood blocks, along with a regular, F-style bar clamp, allow you to “step over” the webbing to secure items … Read More

Clamping Workstation

Clamping Workstation

If you have a bench that has T-tracks installed, these upgrades are for you. If you don't, you might want … Read More

Cheap Edge Clamps

Cheap Edge Clamps

Thin strips of wood easily conceal and protect the edges of plywood panels. The trick is clamping it for a … Read More

Shop-Made Bench Top Clamp

Shop-Made Bench Top Clamp

You can never have enough clamps, right? Of course not. Here's a simple shop-made version that works in tandem with … Read More

Assembly Helpers

Assembly Helpers

Some shop-made helping hands work in tandem with the T-track in your fence to alleviate some assembly woes. Read More

Bench Vise Shims

Bench Vise Shims

Securing a workpiece on one side of the vise on your workbench can cause the jaws to deflect. This racking … Read More

Better Glue Dispenser

Better Glue Dispenser

Assembly time can get hectic. One way to keep things on an even keel is to have a place for … Read More

Benchtop Clamping Solution

Benchtop Clamping Solution

Holding large workpieces, like panels or shelves, on edge isn't always easy. And if you need to work on several … Read More