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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.


Turn Down the Noise

Turn Down the Noise

When it comes to working with power tools, noise is a fact of life. Here are a few simple solutions … Read More

Plywood Lift

Plywood Lift

Getting a large sheet of plywood into place for cutting often requires help. This handy helper is always ready to … Read More

Shop-Made Pull

Shop-Made Pull

Want a new look for your shop cabinets and projects? With just a little time and some scrap wood, you … Read More

Plywood Carrying Tote

Plywood Carrying Tote

Don't struggle with a large, heavy piece of plywood. To get a better grip and make it easier to move, … Read More

Outfeed Roller Support Brace

Outfeed Roller Support Brace

Outfeed rollers provide great support but aren’t always that stable. This simple brace is the key to creating a rock-solid … Read More

Layout Tricks for Drawers

Layout Tricks for Drawers

In addition to snug-fitting joinery and smoother operation, drawers present a few unique challenges. Learn some tips for using a … Read More

Jig Saw Secrets

Jig Saw Secrets

A jig saw is a versatile tool for cutting all kinds of materials. But it has a reputation for making … Read More

Working with Plastic

Working with Plastic

Whether it's for jigs and fixtures or a substitute for glass, plastic is a useful shop material. Get professional results … Read More

Problem-Solving Hardware

Problem-Solving Hardware

Threaded inserts are must-have items for building jigs and fixtures as well as connecting furniture components. Here's how to install … Read More

Handy Pegboard Projects

Handy Pegboard Projects

Most likely, you have a pegboard storage rack somewhere. But there's more to this versatile material. Here are four new … Read More

Simple Steps for Perfect Parts

Simple Steps for Perfect Parts

One of the first steps in any project is cutting parts to size. Here are a few ways to get … Read More

Low-Cost Workbench Add-On

Low-Cost Workbench Add-On

Somewhere during the course of building a project, there comes a time when you need a third hand to accomplish … Read More

Craftsman-Style Table Legs

Craftsman-Style Table Legs

Quartersawn oak is a hallmark of Craftsman-style furniture. To get the classic ray fleck on all four faces of thick … Read More

Workbench Stop System

Workbench Stop System

One of the keys to doing accurate work is securing the workpiece so you can concentrate on the task at … Read More

Securing Glass Panes

Securing Glass Panes

Here's a great table saw technique for creating attractive-looking beveled hardwood strips to hold glass panels inside a door or … Read More