Why Every Woodworker Needs the Wataoka Rasp - A Hands-On Review The Wataoka rasp is more than just a tool; it's a game-changer for woodworkers aiming to achieve professional-level finishes. Its unique design, efficient performance, and ease of use make it an indispensable addition to any woodworking toolkit. Whether you're a hobbyist or a seasoned professional, the Wataoka rasp offers the precision, control, and smooth results that can elevate your woodworking projects to new heights. Invest in the Wataoka rasp and experience the difference it can make in your craft. Category: Hand Tools, Wood Carving Read More
Hide Glue - The Natural Choice By Geoff Doube Hide glue is a traditional adhesive that has been used in woodworking and other crafts for centuries. It is derived from collagen taken from animal hides, bones, or hooves, which is then processed into a gelatinous substance. This type of glue has unique properties and applications that make it the ideal choice for specific uses, particularly in fine woodworking, antique restoration, and musical instrument repairs. Category: Joinery Read More
Mastering the Use of Panel Clamps - A Comprehensive Guide Panel clamps are indispensable clamp to have in your arsenal, offering both precision and efficiency. Whether you're assembling a tabletop, creating cabinet sides, or joining multiple boards, panel clamps ensure your pieces align perfectly, providing a smooth and professional finish. Without them, you'd need multiple traditional clamps, which can be cumbersome and time-consuming to manage. Category: Clamps & Vices Read More
Enhancing Leather Durability with Walrus Oil - A Comprehensive Guide By Alaina Bodley Walrus Oil Leather Oil is quickly becoming a go-to solution for leather care enthusiasts seeking a natural, effective product for maintaining their leather goods. Made from a blend of organic ingredients, this leather oil is designed not just to protect, but also to rejuvenate and enhance the appearance of leather items. Its organic formulation ensures that it is safe to use directly with hands, making it a convenient option for everyday leather maintenance. In this guide, we will explore the various benefits of Walrus Oil, how it can be applied for optimal results, and share personal experiences to illustrate its effectiveness on different leather products. Category: Product Review, Recommended Read More
A Beginners Guide to Japanese Saws By Geoff Doube In a recent informal poll, Timbecon employees expressed an almost unanimous preference for them over their Western counterparts (with the exceptions remaining diplomatically neutral). But what makes Japanese saws so good? Category: Sawing, Recommended Read More
Freud - Manufacturers of Exceptional Carbide Tools Freud is a worldwide leading manufacturer of woodworking carbide saw blades, router bits and shaper cutters. The company’s name “Freud” isn’t a family name such as “Sigmund Freud”, the name is a combination of “Fre” that is short for “fresa” (the Italian word for cutter), and “Ud,” the abbreviation of “Udine” (pronounced “OO-dee-nay”), the Italian city where the Freud company was founded in 1962. Category: Product Review, Recommended Read More
Resin, Epoxy or Epoxy Resin? Making Sense of the Mix By Alaina Bodley Dipping your toes into the resin pool, you’ll find it’s brimming with terms like resin, epoxy, epoxy resin, epoxy adhesives – so… are they the same, are they different? Let’s dive! Category: Trending, Resin Read More
A Buyer’s Guide to Thicknessers By Alaina Bodley If you prefer to work with machines in your workshop, you’ll find that there are few essential machines needed to get the job done. Planing takes your rough sawn, or bent and bowed timber and turns it into a useable and squared piece, from where the magic really happens! Category: Trending, Planing Read More
Setting Up a Wood Workshop with Limited Space – Part II – Lighting, Electrical and Extraction By Alaina Bodley To create a comfortable and productive workshop, you may have to get strategic when it comes to lighting fixtures and electrical layouts. Thoughtful consideration here will enhance the overall functionality of your small workshop. Category: Site & Workshop, Trending Read More
How to find estimated shipping on the Timbecon website By Hague Haswell You can now get estimated shipping costs just by going through the checkout! Category: Timbecon News Read More