Learn how to use your circular saw to make laser-accurate straight cuts! Here are four sure-fire ways to cut precise straight lines on boards and plywood! Make Straight Cuts with a Circular Saw We’ve all tried to make a straight cut with our circular saw. Despite our best efforts, the blade always wanders away from […]
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POCKET HOLE JOINERY
How to Use a Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 320
Learn how to use a Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 320! This ultimate guide shows you step by step how to quickly set the jig to make repairs and build new projects. Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 320 The Pocket Hole Jig 320 is the newest addition to the Kreg family of pocket hole jigs. The 320 […]
SMALL WORKSHOP IDEAS
3 Reasons Why I Don’t Use a Woodworking Bench
Learn why I don’t use a woodworking bench. They’re big, heavy, and difficult to move. Instead, I’ll share the three benches I use in my small workshop. Why I Don’t Use a Woodworking Bench I love the look and feel of a traditional woodworking bench. They’re sturdy and usually made of an attractive hardwood. The […]
WOODWORKING
DIY Electric Fireplace TV Stand
Make a DIY electric fireplace TV stand with these free plans! Build a surround for your fireplace insert then sit beside a cozy faux fire and watch TV! DIY Electric Fireplace TV Stand I always thought electric fireplaces were so 1970’s. But recently I changed my mind. First, a buddy bought one. Next, I went […]
Paint, Stain & Finish Ideas
How to Make a DIY Spray Paint Turntable
Make your next your spray paint project easier with this DIY painting turntable! It’s simple to make with scrap wood and inexpensive lazy susan hardware. You may also enjoy How to Spray Paint Furniture Indoors Without Making a Mess and 7 Ways to Prevent Orange Peel Texture When Using a Paint Sprayer. What is a […]
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Beginner’s Guide to Woodworking Terms
Do you know these basic woodworking terms? Grow your woodshop vocabulary with these common words used in DIY plans and get the free printable for your shop! Woodworking Words You Need to Know There are many terms unique to woodworking. Those words can be intimidating if you’re unsure of their meaning. This post will […]
10 Tools Beginners Need to Start Woodworking
Learn which woodworking tools beginners need to start building! We’ll talk about the basic tools you need, why you need them, and what to buy first. Woodworking Tools for Beginners Beginners often want to know “what tools should I buy for woodworking?” or “what tools should every woodworker have?” Today, I’m sharing the ten essential […]
How to Change a Blade on a Circular Saw
Learn how to change a circular saw blade! We’ll see which direction to install the blade, how to tighten the blade, what size blade you need and more! How to Change a Circular Saw Blade It doesn’t matter if we have a DeWalt, Black and Decker, Ryobi, Skilsaw, Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch or another brand of […]