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Band Saw
Some cabinet makers claim that the band saw is the single most impotant stationary tool in the workshop, because the blade ... |
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Blade Check
If your wood gluing work is less than successful, check your blades. If the blade in your saw is getting dull, it can loosen ... |
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Blade Choices
You should choose a handsaw based on the type and size of wood you're cutting, and the direction of the cut - either cross ... |
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Blade Height
Before turning on your table saw, make sure that the height of the saw blade is no more than 1/2-in. and no less than 1/8-in. ... |
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Blade Kick
Always wait for a circular blade to completely stop before pulling from a cut. Otherwise it may bend or kickback. |
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Board Division
A rule can be used to quickly divide a board into equal parts. Lay the rule on the board with the start of the scale against ... |
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Cross Cuts
Cross cuts are cuts the go against the woodgrain. Once you've properly measured and marked your piece of wood, guide the side ... |
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Cutting Circles
You can buy several types of guides that attach to your router so you can create decorative circular grooves on the surfaces ... |
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Cutting Up
When sawing wood, take time to consider which side of the material will be facing up. Keep the good side up when you are using ... |
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Double Decker Sawing
Here's a workshop tip that will save you time and get better results. When two pieces of wood need to be cut identically, cut ... |
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Dovetail Joints
Making perfect dovetail joints can involve some shop practice, so consider starting out with a less-expensive jig that is ... |
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Full Speed Sawing
Don't start a saw motor with the blade touching the workpiece. Let the motor reach full speed before it begins the cut. |
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Growing Pattern Syndrome
Try to avoid what pro carpenters call a "growing pattern syndrome." This can occur when you are cutting a number of studs or ... |
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Hacksaw Space
If you need to hacksaw through a fastened pipe or rod, but the space above is cramped, try this: Remove the hacksaw's blade, ... |
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Handsaw Re-Cut
If you're using a handsaw and find that a board you have just cut is 1/16 in. or 1/8 in. too long, here's a way to re-cut the ... |
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Handsaw Types
Handsawing is not always an easy task. Make sure you've got the right tool for the job. A crosscut saw is probably the most ... |
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Measure Together
When cutting up small pieces for a project, an easier way to doublecheck for accuracy is to measure a number of the pieces at ... |
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Miter Saw
The miter saw is one of the most versatile and accurate tools you can add to your workshop. You can pivot the blade over the ... |
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Miter Support
When you cut longer pieces, miter saws are best used with supports on both sides. One way is to cut in a drop-down section ... |
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No-Split Veneer
If you have ever tried to cut or trim veneered pieces like a door, you know splintering can be a problem. A solution is to use ... |
