Band Saw

Band saws rank high on many woodworkers’ wish lists. And with good reason. From re-sawing to cutting curves, ripping to crosscutting, cutting circles and even intricate scroll patterns, there is no other woodworking machine that can match the versatility of a band saw.


How to Design a Band-Saw Centered Shop

How to Design a Band-Saw Centered Shop

I invite you to follow me as I describe the outlines of an approach to setting up a home workshop. … Read More

Adjustable Radius Jig for the Band Saw

Adjustable Radius Jig for the Band Saw

Recently, I began making some bedroom furniture that featured numerous drawers with curved fronts. To help me cut a consistent … Read More

Review: Bosch 18V Cordless Deep-Cut Band Saw

Review: Bosch 18V Cordless Deep-Cut Band Saw

The band saw you see above is a much better choice for cuts on larger pieces of metal. Not only … Read More

Band Saw Pencil Holder

Band Saw Pencil Holder

A carpenter's pencil can be used for more than just marking your workpieces... It makes for a great push stick … Read More

Band Saw V-Block

Band Saw V-Block

Cutting odd-shaped parts always poses an interesting challenge. That said, this V-jig will certainly help when it comes to long … Read More

Band Saw Dust Collection

Band Saw Dust Collection

A Great Way To Control Dust at the Band Saw. Read More

Band Saw Blade Storage: Build a Simple Wall-Mounted Rack

Band Saw Blade Storage: Build a Simple Wall-Mounted Rack

Tired of spare band saw blades taking up valuable wall space? This simple shop-made storage rack holds coiled blades in … Read More

Tips for Tuning Up Your Bandsaw

Tips for Tuning Up Your Bandsaw

You can turn your band saw into an all-purpose, precision workhorse. All you need are some simple tools and a … Read More

How to Make Band Saw Boxes: 3 Unique Woodworking Projects

How to Make Band Saw Boxes: 3 Unique Woodworking Projects

Turn a simple wood blank into something special. Learn how to make three unique band saw boxes—a lidded box, hinged … Read More

Logs to Lumber on a Bandsaw

Logs to Lumber on a Bandsaw

You don't need a huge sawmill to create lumber for your projects. Logan has some great tips and techniques for … Read More

Handy Band Saw Sled

Handy Band Saw Sled

Here's a simple jig that let's you add your band saw to the project production work-flow. Read More

Band Saw Kerf Bending

Band Saw Kerf Bending

A recent desk lamp from Woodsmith Magazine featured an interesting solid wood lamp shade made with a kerf bending technique. … Read More

Build a Band Saw Jig for Perfect Circles!

Build a Band Saw Jig for Perfect Circles!

Build and use this band saw circle cutting jig to cut perfect circles up to 38 inches with accuracy and … Read More

DIY Magnetic Band Saw Fence for Easy Resawing

DIY Magnetic Band Saw Fence for Easy Resawing

Upgrade your band saw with a simple plywood resaw fence held in place by two switchable magnets. It's easy to … Read More

Techniques For Resawing On The Band Saw: Setting The Fence To Compensate For Blade Drift

Techniques For Resawing On The Band Saw: Setting The Fence To Compensate For Blade Drift

With the right blade and the right setup, you can cut stock to any thickness, and even create your own … Read More