Advanced Techniques for Tearout-Free Woodworking
Across all machines and hand tools, the golden rule to avoid tearout is the same: support the timber fibres at the blade’s exit point. Whether it's a fence, backer, or...
Alaina Bodley |
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Addine Inlay Strips to Timber Projects: A Step-by-Step Guide
Adding a decorative inlay to a timber project can elevate it from functional to extraordinary. Whether you're making a serving board, a guitar, a box or a workbench, inlays are...
Nick George |
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Squaring Timber Without a Jointer – Smart Tricks for Small Workshops
When setting up your workshop, the jointer is often one of those dream tools: useful, efficient, and expensive. But what if your current lineup only includes a thicknesser and a...
Nick George |
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Building a Large Circle-Cutting Router Jig
Cutting large, accurate circles in timber may seem daunting, especially without specialised tools. However, a simple circle-cutting jig made from basic materials and used with a trim router can provide...
Alaina Bodley |
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Foolproof Drawer Installation – A Pro Method for Clean Results
Precision Matters in Drawer Building Installing drawers doesn't need to be difficult. With the right process, drawer runners, boxes, and faces can be aligned flawlessly every time. A consistent method...
Alaina Bodley |
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Simple Fixes for Cleaner Cuts
Start With Sharp Tools The foundation of clean cutting starts with sharp tools. Whether it’s a circular saw, router, or chisel, a sharp blade slices fibres cleanly rather than tearing...
Hague Haswell |
