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Powertool Placement
Generally allow about 2-in. from the back of the tool to the wall, but be sure to leave space for any sawdust collection ... |
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Precision Marks
Use a well-sharpened pencil to make cut marks for your shop projects. A blunt pencil, held vertical to the rule, will make a ... |
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Project Boxes
When assembling furniture or other larger projects, some pros don't use either the tops of their workbenches or the floor. ... |
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Recycled Sawdust
Don’t throw away that sawdust. Keep some in a coffee can to throw on workshop spills. It’s also great for throwing on icy ... |
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Rust Free Tools
To keep tools rust-free, keep them clean and dry by wiping them off with a dry clean cloth before you put them away. To combat ... |
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Sawdust Collection
If you don't yet have a sawdust collection system set up in your workshop, an intermediate step is to use plastic trash bags ... |
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Sawdust Collection System
As a practical matter, workshops can be set up just about anywhere space is available. But if you set up in a basement, ... |
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See-Through Drawers
Here how to make it easier to find what you need around the workshop. Install storage cabinets with plastic see-through ... |
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Selecting Lubricants
Mechanical things that move need lubrication to keep them from wearing out. |
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Selecting the Right Fastener
Choosing the correct fastener and tool can make fixing things easier. |
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Shelf Height
If space is tight, consider using a panel saw to cut large sheets down to smaller sizes instead of setting up to handle them ... |
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Shop Cleaning
You can attach a length of soft copper tubing to extend the reach of a blow gun nozzle used with an air compressor. The extra ... |
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Shop Lights
Brightening up your workplace will make work easier and cut down on mistakes and mishaps. To free your benchwork of glare and ... |
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Small Part Labels
A hot glue gun can provide an alternative when labeling containers of small parts. Glue a sample of what's inside to either ... |
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Small Project Toolbox
Using smaller tool boxes for individual projects can save you time and effort. Subdivide you larger set with just the tools ... |
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Spring Inventory
Head to the shed and do a " tool inventory " to make sure you have all the items you'll need in the months ahead. Inspect the ... |
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Squares, Levels and Plumbs
Tools that tell us what is "true" and what is not. |
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Steel Runners
If you are making up sliding jigs for the tablesaw or other tools, consider steel rather than wood for the guide runners. ... |
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Storage Wall
To conveniently store drywall, paneling, plywood and other long boards, build a second wall out about 2 ft. from a shop wall. ... |
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Storing Nail Sets
The plastic containers used for push-up deodorants can be recycled into excellent holders for items like nailsets, small drill ... |
