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Whether it’s a simple trick for holding a workpiece better, or a way to get a little more from your dust collector, we’ve gathered some of the best shop tips here.


Shop Gadget: 23-Gauge Pin Nailers

Shop Gadget: 23-Gauge Pin Nailers

When you want to install light-duty fasteners that are virtually invisible, here’s a tool that hits the nail right on … Read More

Oneway Multi-Gauge

Oneway Multi-Gauge

Bring machine shop accuracy to your woodworking with this time-saving, multi-function set-up gauge. Read More

How-To: Make A Split Column

How-To: Make A Split Column

These simple decorative turnings can add a bold or subtle detail to a traditional furniture design. Read More

7 Do-It-All Knock-Down Fasteners

7 Do-It-All Knock-Down Fasteners

Here's an answer for all your hardware fastening needs. Read More

Working With Bamboo

Working With Bamboo

Learn how bamboo can be used to make woodworking projects. Read More

Tips For Building From Plans

Tips For Building From Plans

To get the best results from a woodworking plan, it pays to have a well-thought-out plan of your own for … Read More

Successful Drawer Construction

Successful Drawer Construction

Developing good work-flow habits when making drawers ensures a quality outcome every time. Read More

Fast & Easy Hot-Glue Guns

Fast & Easy Hot-Glue Guns

If you think glue guns are only useful for craft projects, you'll be surprised to learn several ways to put … Read More

5 Bright Ideas For Task Lighting

5 Bright Ideas For Task Lighting

Lighting that shines right where you need it will give you a big advantage in your shop. Read More

Working With Pine

Working With Pine

All it takes is a little planning and the right finishing techniques to build beautiful furniture using this inexpensive wood. Read More

Shop-Made Inlay Banding

Shop-Made Inlay Banding

Even very small scraps of exotic hardwoods can be put to good use in a decorative pattern of inlay banding. Read More

Choosing The Right Glass

Choosing The Right Glass

Wood and Glass can be a very appealing combination. Here's what you need to know to make them work together … Read More

Seamless Plywood Edging

Seamless Plywood Edging

Covering plywood edges with grain-matched hardwood edging is a breeze if you keep a few simple techniques in mind. Read More

Precision Brass Set-Up Blocks

Precision Brass Set-Up Blocks

Accuracy in the shop is easier with the right set-up tools at your fingertips. Read More

Choosing Veneer

Choosing Veneer

There are a lot of reasons to use veneer in a project. The main one being that you can purchase … Read More