Give a Gift FREE Book

Clamping & Gluing

These useful clamping and gluing tricks can help you avoid sticky situations.


Shop-Made Toggle Clamp

Shop-Made Toggle Clamp

Toggle clamps come in handy for securing a workpiece to a jig, sled, or tool table (like a drill press). … Read More

Clever Shop-Made Edging Clamps

Clever Shop-Made Edging Clamps

You don't have to be woodworking very long before you run into situations where ordinary bar clamps just won't get … Read More

Locking Pipe Clamp Stands

Locking Pipe Clamp Stands

These stands partner with the T-track in my workbench to provide a stable lift for my pipe clamps. Read More

Small Parts Vise

Small Parts Vise

This vise will let you get a grip on all sorts of shapes. All it takes is some wood scraps, … Read More

Making An Edge-Grain Top

Making An Edge-Grain Top

Gluing up a wide lamination for a worksurface might seem like a daunting task, but it’s just a matter of … Read More

Choosing And Using Super Glues

Choosing And Using Super Glues

Cyanoacrylate is the perfect solution for many shop projects and woodworking challenges. Read More

Adhesives 101 for Woodworkers

Adhesives 101 for Woodworkers

Choosing the right adhesive for your projects will help make sure they last a lifetime. Read More

5 Tips For Gluing Up A Panel

5 Tips For Gluing Up A Panel

Straight boards and matching grain pattern will get you on your way to a great-looking panel. Here are a few … Read More

7 Must-Have Shop Clamps

7 Must-Have Shop Clamps

The old saying, "You can never have too many clamps," is true. But making sure you have the right ones … Read More

“Outside The Box” Clamping Tricks

“Outside The Box” Clamping Tricks

Sometimes, clamping up an assembly requires a little bit of creative thinking. But there's always a way to get the … Read More

Gluing Up Strong Joints

Gluing Up Strong Joints

Assembling tough, long-lasting glue joints is simply a matter of “sticking” with a few of the tried-and-true fundamentals. Read More

Shop-Made Spring Clamp

Shop-Made Spring Clamp

A simple wood clamp that fits the bill when you're in a pinch. Read More

Extended Reach Clamps

Extended Reach Clamps

Here's a simple way to extend the reach and the life of your humble old C-clamp. Read More

Junk Mail Glue Spreader

Junk Mail Glue Spreader

Save those junk mail cards and use them as a cheap glue spreader. Read More

Right Angle Clamp

Right Angle Clamp

This simple shop-made jig provides you with an extra hand when it comes to assembly. All it takes is a … Read More