The power saw is one of the tools that you will use most in the workshop. It is hard to think of any woodworking project that will not require you to make at least a few cuts. But the variety of powers saws that are available can make it hard to pick one for your […]
Continue readingWhether you are seasoned DIYer, professional woodworker or even a beginner hobbyist, a power saw is one of the essential tools that you should have in your toolbox. While it is obvious, you need a power saw to make cuts for your projects, choosing the type to buy first can be a little overwhelming. And in […]
Continue readingIf you are not a very experienced woodworker or DIYer, some things are likely to confuse you when shopping for power tools. And one of the most usual ones is telling apart the scroll saw and jigsaw. It is common for many people to use the terms jigsaw and scroll saw interchangeably. But, this is inaccurate […]
Continue readingThe saw has become an indispensible tool to cut wood and even metal. However, you can’t cut everything with one type of saw. There are different types of saws to accomplish different types of cuts. Here we will talk about 17 types of saws, how they compare to other types of saws, what their benefits are […]
Continue readingOf all the types of wood cutting power tools, the scroll saw is one of the easiest to use. However, some basic practices need to be observed when working with one. In this guide to scroll saws for beginners, we are going to explore some them. This should help you get started with this power […]
Continue readingImage source: diyhousehelp.comThe hacksaw is a small but handy cutting tool that features a solid metal frame and a fine toothed blade. Although the original purpose of this saw is to cut metal, it is also suitable for cutting plastic and wood.There are various variations of the hacksaw, but the main or most common ones […]
Continue readingImage source: protoolreviews.comReciprocating saws are one of the most useful cutting power tools. These tools will cut into a wide range of material hence making them very handy for contractors, woodworkers, fabricators, hobbyists and most other tradesmen. However, the grinder will only be helpful if you choose the right reciprocating saw blade for […]
Continue readingImage SourceTable saws are a prominent feature in most workshops, and they are one of the tools that woodworkers use most. But these benchtop table saws have many shortcomings which are what the contractor table saw tries to address. This belt driven table saw is heavier and larger than the traditional table saw, and it comes […]
Continue readingImage source Table saws are must-have tools for every woodworker. Basically, you will need one for nearly everything that you do in the workshop that involves wood. A table saw will help you make crosscuts, miters, and many other cuts. Also, if you add in a dado blade set, you can make various kinds of […]
Continue readingAs a master woodworker or novice, you need to have the right tools for the job. Whether you are making a few kitchen drawers or some large cabinets, one of the power tools that you will need is the dado cutter. A dado cutter is very handy as it helps you form the joint cuts […]
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