About Us
Welcome to Wood Working Workshop
Wood Working Workshop is your trusted resource for woodworking techniques, tool reviews, project ideas, and finishing advice. Whether you’re building your first cutting board or crafting custom furniture, we provide practical, tested guidance from experienced woodworkers who’ve spent decades in the shop.
From hand-cut dovetails to CNC routing, from traditional joinery to modern workshop setups, we cover the full spectrum of woodworking – because great craftsmanship comes in many forms.
What We Cover
- Joinery Techniques – Mortise and tenon, dovetails, box joints, biscuits, pocket holes, and traditional Japanese joinery
- Tool Guides & Reviews – Table saws, routers, hand planes, chisels, sanders, and specialty tools
- Wood Finishing – Stains, oils, varnishes, polyurethane, wax, and natural finishes
- Workshop Setup – Layout planning, dust collection, lighting, and efficient workflow
- Furniture Building – Tables, cabinets, shelving, chairs, and storage solutions
- Wood Selection & Milling – Choosing lumber, reading grain, flattening stock, and working with hardwoods
Our Team
Thomas Harrington – Editor & Master Woodworker
Thomas has been woodworking for over 30 years, starting with his grandfather’s hand tools in a one-car garage and eventually building a fully equipped modern workshop. He specializes in fine furniture making and traditional hand-tool techniques. Thomas holds certifications from the Woodworking Institute and has taught joinery workshops at regional woodworking schools. His projects have been featured in Fine Woodworking and Popular Woodworking magazines.
Sarah Mitchell – Tool Review Editor
Sarah brings 15 years of professional woodworking experience and a background in industrial design. She tests and reviews tools for accuracy, durability, and real-world performance. Sarah has worked in both production shops and custom furniture studios, giving her insight into tools for hobbyists and professionals alike. She believes the right tool makes all the difference – but you don’t always need the most expensive option.
David Park – Finishing Specialist
David is a wood finishing expert with two decades of experience in furniture restoration and custom finishing. He’s worked with everything from antique oil finishes to modern water-based polyurethanes, and he helps readers achieve professional-quality results without a spray booth or expensive equipment. David is known for his detailed troubleshooting guides that solve common finishing problems like blotching, brush marks, and uneven staining.
Rebecca Chen – Project Contributor
Rebecca is a weekend woodworker and DIY enthusiast who focuses on accessible projects for beginners and intermediate builders. She documents her own learning journey, sharing both successes and failures to help readers avoid common mistakes. Rebecca specializes in small-shop solutions and building furniture without a full workshop – proving you don’t need $50,000 in tools to create beautiful work.
Our Editorial Standards
Every article on Wood Working Workshop is written by someone who’s actually done the work. We don’t publish theoretical advice or rewrite manufacturer specs – we test techniques, use the tools, and build the projects ourselves before we write about them.
We regularly update our content to reflect new products, better methods, and reader feedback. If you spot an error or have a question about our recommendations, please reach out – we’re always learning.
Contact Us
Have questions about a specific technique? Want to suggest a topic we should cover? Reach out to our editorial team through our contact page. We read every message and do our best to respond within a few days.
Affiliate Disclosure
Wood Working Workshop participates in affiliate programs with retailers like Amazon, Rockler, and Woodcraft. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps us continue providing free, in-depth content and keeps our workshop stocked for testing new tools and techniques.
Our editorial opinions are never influenced by affiliate relationships. We recommend tools and products based on performance, value, and real-world testing – not commission rates.