Tool Guides

Building a carpenter’s toolbox has gotten complicated with all the tool reviews, “essential tools” lists, and competing recommendations flying around. As someone who has put...

Benchtop planers have gotten complicated with all the options flying around. As someone who spent years surfacing rough-sawn lumber by hand before finally investing in...

I’ve helped dozens of people set up their first workshops over the years. Here’s the comprehensive guide I wish someone had given me when I...

Had a mishap in the shop today. Dropped my favorite chisel and chipped the edge. Frustrating but also a good reminder about tool care. What...

DeWalt just dropped a new 20V cordless track saw and I had to share my first impressions. Been waiting for something like this. First Look...

The One Tool Every Shop Needs First New woodworkers obsess over table saws and routers. Expensive tools, steep learning curves. There’s a better starting point....

The cycling industry just got a major shake-up. Shimano announced today that their new Dura-Ace R9300 groupset will ship with wireless shifting as standard, marking...

Table Saw Techniques: Working Safely and Accurately The table saw sits at the center of most woodworking shops. Its combination of power, precision, and versatility...

Understanding and Using a Card Scraper The card scraper is a simple yet effective tool for woodworking. Its design dates back centuries, yet it remains...

The Best Hand Sanders for Your DIY Projects Hand sanders have gotten crowded as a category with all the reviews and “best of” lists flying...