Woodworking Resources
In our Resources, we discuss ways to improve your skill level as a woodworker, be it from learning through woodworking television shows, books, magazines and courses to buying better tools, finding advanced projects and laying out ideas for improving your workshop.
Give a Woodworking Gift to Your Dad This Father's Day
Looking for ideas for great Father's Day gifts? If your husband or Dad is a woodworker, check out this list of ten great Father's Day gifts. Find gift ideas ranging anywhere from under $50 to over $500, sure to please the woodworker on your list.
Looking for ideas for great Father's Day gifts? If your husband or Dad is a woodworker, check out this list of ten great Father's Day gifts. Find gift ideas ranging anywhere from under $50 to over $500, sure to please the woodworker on your list.
Reviews of Woodworking Tools - Image Gallery
This image gallery contains pictures of all of the About.com Reviews of Woodworking Tools. Click on any image to read the complete review of that particular tool, to help you make an informed buying decision.
This image gallery contains pictures of all of the About.com Reviews of Woodworking Tools. Click on any image to read the complete review of that particular tool, to help you make an informed buying decision.
A First Look at the All-New Delta UNISAW
Since its 1930's release, the Delta UNISAW has stood for innovation in table saws. For 2009, Delta has completely revamped the UNISAW. This all-new 10" cabinet table saw features a left-tilt arbor, Biesemeyer fence and will be available as a 3-HP with 36-inch fence rails, a 3-HP with 52-inch rails and 5-HP with 52-inch rails. The Delta UNISAW will also include a 5-year limited warranty.
Since its 1930's release, the Delta UNISAW has stood for innovation in table saws. For 2009, Delta has completely revamped the UNISAW. This all-new 10" cabinet table saw features a left-tilt arbor, Biesemeyer fence and will be available as a 3-HP with 36-inch fence rails, a 3-HP with 52-inch rails and 5-HP with 52-inch rails. The Delta UNISAW will also include a 5-year limited warranty.
SawStop Contractor Saw Review
Ever since SawStop released their patented safety technology for woodworking equipment a few years ago, numerous woodworkers have been saved from debilitating table saw injuries. Now, that technology has been brought to a very well-built contractor saw! In this woodworking tool review, learn the features that make the SawStop CNS173 a world-class contractor saw, including the safety features.
Ever since SawStop released their patented safety technology for woodworking equipment a few years ago, numerous woodworkers have been saved from debilitating table saw injuries. Now, that technology has been brought to a very well-built contractor saw! In this woodworking tool review, learn the features that make the SawStop CNS173 a world-class contractor saw, including the safety features.
Milwaukee 6955-20 Sliding Dual Bevel Miter Saw
The Milwaukee 6955-20 12" Sliding Dual Bevel Miter Saw with Digital Fine Adjust is a very well-built compound miter saw with a number of thoughtful features, including a digital miter scale, up to a 60-degree miter and an adjustable depth of cut. Learn the features that differentiate this Milwaukee Miter Saw from the competition.
The Milwaukee 6955-20 12" Sliding Dual Bevel Miter Saw with Digital Fine Adjust is a very well-built compound miter saw with a number of thoughtful features, including a digital miter scale, up to a 60-degree miter and an adjustable depth of cut. Learn the features that differentiate this Milwaukee Miter Saw from the competition.
Bosch JS5 Orbital Jigsaw Review
The Bosch JS5 Jigsaw is a top-of-the-line jigsaw, with orbital jigsaw action, a variable speed motor, and one-handed jigsaw blade changes. In this woodworking tool review, we put the Bosch JS5 Orbital Jigsaw to the test. Read our review and find out how this jig saw fared against the competition.
The Bosch JS5 Jigsaw is a top-of-the-line jigsaw, with orbital jigsaw action, a variable speed motor, and one-handed jigsaw blade changes. In this woodworking tool review, we put the Bosch JS5 Orbital Jigsaw to the test. Read our review and find out how this jig saw fared against the competition.
Craftsman Professional Laser Trac 12-inch Compound Miter Saw Review
The Craftsman Professional Laser Trac 12-inch Compound Miter Saw (Model 21235) is a relatively inexpensive 12-inch compound miter saw that is well-built and versatile. While there are a couple of features that could be improved upon, with the extras that are included, this woodworking tool is a surprisingly very good value.
The Craftsman Professional Laser Trac 12-inch Compound Miter Saw (Model 21235) is a relatively inexpensive 12-inch compound miter saw that is well-built and versatile. While there are a couple of features that could be improved upon, with the extras that are included, this woodworking tool is a surprisingly very good value.
Milwaukee 2401-22 Heavy-Duty 12v Compact Driver Review
The Milwaukee 12v Compact Driver (Model #2401-22) is an innovative, powerful, heavy-duty driver that would be a welcome addition to any stable of woodworking tools. Learn the features that make this Milwaukee 12v Compact Driver one tool that you probably won't want to put down when building your woodworking projects.
The Milwaukee 12v Compact Driver (Model #2401-22) is an innovative, powerful, heavy-duty driver that would be a welcome addition to any stable of woodworking tools. Learn the features that make this Milwaukee 12v Compact Driver one tool that you probably won't want to put down when building your woodworking projects.
CarveWright (CW001) Wood Carving Machine
The CarveWright Wood Carving Machine, also known as the Craftsman CompuCarve, is a compact, powerful counter-top woodcarving machine. This impressive machine allows the woodworker to design a carving on computer, download the file to a memory card and carve the design on the machine. Learn the advantages and drawbacks of this very interesting woodworking tool.
The CarveWright Wood Carving Machine, also known as the Craftsman CompuCarve, is a compact, powerful counter-top woodcarving machine. This impressive machine allows the woodworker to design a carving on computer, download the file to a memory card and carve the design on the machine. Learn the advantages and drawbacks of this very interesting woodworking tool.
Ridgid BS1400 Band Saw Tool Review
The Ridgid BS1400 Band Saw is one of a number of entry-level band saws that have hit the market in the past few years geared toward hobbyist woodworkers. While the Ridgid Band Saw certainly doesn't have the horsepower for production shop work, it may be the perfect choice for the weekend woodworker. Check out our review of this solid, but basic band saw.
The Ridgid BS1400 Band Saw is one of a number of entry-level band saws that have hit the market in the past few years geared toward hobbyist woodworkers. While the Ridgid Band Saw certainly doesn't have the horsepower for production shop work, it may be the perfect choice for the weekend woodworker. Check out our review of this solid, but basic band saw.
Review of the Ryobi JM82 Biscuit Joiner
A Biscuit Joiner is a relatively simple tool to operate, as it is really designed to do one primary task: cutting slots for biscuits. While the Ryobi JM82 Biscuit Joiner is one of the least expensive biscuit joiners on the market, it has a number of very thoughtful features. Learn the features that make this woodworking tool an exceptional value.
A Biscuit Joiner is a relatively simple tool to operate, as it is really designed to do one primary task: cutting slots for biscuits. While the Ryobi JM82 Biscuit Joiner is one of the least expensive biscuit joiners on the market, it has a number of very thoughtful features. Learn the features that make this woodworking tool an exceptional value.
Craftsman 20-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Sabre Saw
Craftsman has introduced a 20-Volt Lithium-Ion powered cordless Sabre Saw. This sabre saw is one of the first cordless models that has enough power to handle jigsaw or sabre saw tasks that previously were reserved for corded models. Learn the features of this unique 20-volt lithium-ion cordless sabre saw in our woodworking tool review.
Craftsman has introduced a 20-Volt Lithium-Ion powered cordless Sabre Saw. This sabre saw is one of the first cordless models that has enough power to handle jigsaw or sabre saw tasks that previously were reserved for corded models. Learn the features of this unique 20-volt lithium-ion cordless sabre saw in our woodworking tool review.
How to Submit Photos to About Woodworking
Want to submit a photo for one of the About.com Woodworking Guide's reference photo galleries, or a drawing describing a woodworking project? Here are the guidelines to follow.
Want to submit a photo for one of the About.com Woodworking Guide's reference photo galleries, or a drawing describing a woodworking project? Here are the guidelines to follow.
Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander
The Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander is the most versatile belt sander I've ever used. Not just because it's a well-built, sturdy variable-speed belt sander, but because of all of the accessories available for the Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander, including a clamp mechanism and a sanding frame. Learn the features of the Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander, and how they can help you with your woodworking projects.
The Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander is the most versatile belt sander I've ever used. Not just because it's a well-built, sturdy variable-speed belt sander, but because of all of the accessories available for the Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander, including a clamp mechanism and a sanding frame. Learn the features of the Bosch 1274DVS Belt Sander, and how they can help you with your woodworking projects.
Woodworking Picture Gallery of Wooden Doors
On a recent trip to South America, I was enamored with the quality of craftsmanship of the wooden doors. So, I took a bunch of pictures and have created this About Woodworking Picture Gallery of Wooden Doors. Not only are they beautiful, but many have been in place for a number of years. Have an amazing door picture you'd like to share? Submit it to this Gallery of Wooden Doors!
On a recent trip to South America, I was enamored with the quality of craftsmanship of the wooden doors. So, I took a bunch of pictures and have created this About Woodworking Picture Gallery of Wooden Doors. Not only are they beautiful, but many have been in place for a number of years. Have an amazing door picture you'd like to share? Submit it to this Gallery of Wooden Doors!
Five Woodworking Gifts for Under $50
Are you looking for an inexpensive gift for the woodworker on your list? Check out these five gift ideas, all of which cost less than $50.
Are you looking for an inexpensive gift for the woodworker on your list? Check out these five gift ideas, all of which cost less than $50.
Five Woodworking Gifts for Under $150
If you're looking for a great idea for a woodworking gift, but don't want to break your bank, take a look at these five woodworking gift ideas, all of which cost less than $150.
If you're looking for a great idea for a woodworking gift, but don't want to break your bank, take a look at these five woodworking gift ideas, all of which cost less than $150.
Five Woodworking Gifts Under $250
Looking for a great woodworking gift? Check out these five woodworking tools, all of which would make a great woodworking gift for a budget between $150-250.
Looking for a great woodworking gift? Check out these five woodworking tools, all of which would make a great woodworking gift for a budget between $150-250.
Five Woodworking Gifts for Over $250
Are you looking to impress the woodworker on your list with a top-of-the-line woodworking gift? Then check out these five professional woodworking tools in the price range of $250 and up.
Are you looking to impress the woodworker on your list with a top-of-the-line woodworking gift? Then check out these five professional woodworking tools in the price range of $250 and up.
How the SawStop Table Saw Blade Brake Works
Numerous studies have shown that table saws cause more devastating injuries than any other woodworking tool. To combat these injuries, SawStop developed technology that stops the blade within milliseconds when contact is made with the blade. How does the SawStop Table Saw blade brake work? Learn how this amazing technology can help prevent major hand and finger injuries.
Numerous studies have shown that table saws cause more devastating injuries than any other woodworking tool. To combat these injuries, SawStop developed technology that stops the blade within milliseconds when contact is made with the blade. How does the SawStop Table Saw blade brake work? Learn how this amazing technology can help prevent major hand and finger injuries.
Sound Play Outdoor Musical Instruments - A Woodworking Interview
We recently came across a company named Sound Play, that specializes in outdoor musical instruments built primarily from wood, designed to withstand the weather and vigorous activity of a playground. In this article, we sit down with Sound Play founder Bond Anderson, to discuss woodworking, music and a lot more.
We recently came across a company named Sound Play, that specializes in outdoor musical instruments built primarily from wood, designed to withstand the weather and vigorous activity of a playground. In this article, we sit down with Sound Play founder Bond Anderson, to discuss woodworking, music and a lot more.
Splinter - The Wooden Supercar
For years, in the early years of aviation, airplanes and airframes were made from wood. They were strong, durable and relatively lightweight. Today, wood is rarely considered strong enough for use with a powerful engine, but that didn't stop Joe Harmon. He has designed the Splinter, a 600-HP supercar made primarily from wood.
For years, in the early years of aviation, airplanes and airframes were made from wood. They were strong, durable and relatively lightweight. Today, wood is rarely considered strong enough for use with a powerful engine, but that didn't stop Joe Harmon. He has designed the Splinter, a 600-HP supercar made primarily from wood.
Woodworking Classes at Woodcraft
Your local Woodcraft store offers numerous "hands-on" classes to help you improve your skills with woodworking tools. Visit their site to find the schedule of available classes at your neighborhood Woodcraft store.
Your local Woodcraft store offers numerous "hands-on" classes to help you improve your skills with woodworking tools. Visit their site to find the schedule of available classes at your neighborhood Woodcraft store.