These useful clamping and gluing tricks can help you avoid sticky situations.
The old saying, "You can never have too many clamps," is true. But making sure you have the right ones … Read More
Sometimes, clamping up an assembly requires a little bit of creative thinking. But there's always a way to get the … Read More
Assembling tough, long-lasting glue joints is simply a matter of “sticking” with a few of the tried-and-true fundamentals. Read More
Here's a simple way to extend the reach and the life of your humble old C-clamp. Read More
This simple shop-made jig provides you with an extra hand when it comes to assembly. All it takes is a … Read More
Some wood blocks, along with a regular, F-style bar clamp, allow you to “step over” the webbing to secure items … Read More
If you have a bench that has T-tracks installed, these upgrades are for you. If you don't, you might want … Read More
Thin strips of wood easily conceal and protect the edges of plywood panels. The trick is clamping it for a … Read More
You can never have enough clamps, right? Of course not. Here's a simple shop-made version that works in tandem with … Read More
Some shop-made helping hands work in tandem with the T-track in your fence to alleviate some assembly woes. Read More
Securing a workpiece on one side of the vise on your workbench can cause the jaws to deflect. This racking … Read More
Assembly time can get hectic. One way to keep things on an even keel is to have a place for … Read More
Holding large workpieces, like panels or shelves, on edge isn't always easy. And if you need to work on several … Read More