Once the workpieces have been cut or already fastened, it may seem that the project is done. However, the quality of woodworking projects will often be judged superficially by layman’s eyes. That is why it is important to make sure to put the finishing touches by sanding the project to a smooth surface. One of …
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As you start in woodworking, you quickly discover that you need to allocate resources to power tool accessories. Drills and routers need bits, while your saws need saw blades. Circular saw blades can be expensive, so many woodworkers want to learn how to sharpen table saw blades. Is it worth it? How do you extend …
Woodworking often involves making jigs that increase accuracy, safety, and speed of using power tools. A table saw sled is one of those essential jigs for a woodworking workshop. The jig is simple to make and provides several benefits to your woodworking experience. I have used a table saw sled for a while now, and …
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A favorite power tool for many woodworkers is their table saw. Arguably, the most important variable component of the table saw is the blade. A good quality blade used for a cut it was specifically designed for will make it clean, while the wrong saw blade can botch your work. You might ask, “What blade …
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When it comes to your table saw, accessories need to improve performance or increase safety. One add-on that does both is the zero-clearance insert. It improves table saw cuts by reducing the nasty edges on some cuts. You will also decrease the potential for material jams or kickbacks. The following information provides you with all …
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Have you noticed that your table saw started leaving burn marks on your wood? You are not alone. Read this article to the very end to learn the most common reasons why table saws burn wood and how to fix this on your saw. The Table Saw Blade Is Dirty Perhaps the most common cause …
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For many beginner woodworkers, buying a table saw usually becomes the number one priority (outside of their safety equipment). While today’s table saw designs provide the latest advances in technology, the importance of table saw accessories cannot be understated if you want to get the most out of your table saw. The following are 12 …
One of the most useful jigs you can make for your shop is a table saw sled. You can make yours using one of the many plans that you find online. The problem is that there are hundreds of plans to choose from online. That’s why this article will cover seven of the most popular, …
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Table saws are one of the most common power saws found in virtually every woodworker or contractor’s garage. While they may seem fairly straightforward to use, table saws have specs and parts that can be confusing. To dispel that uncertainty, this article details all you need to know about table saws from their various specifications …
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The router can be one of the most versatile power tools in your woodworking shop. One way to increase accuracy, production speed, and safety is to use the router in a table. There are many router tables that you can buy, but nothing beats building your table from a set of woodworking plans. The following …
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