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Whether it’s a simple trick for holding a workpiece better, or a way to get a little more from your dust collector, we’ve gathered some of the best shop tips here.
Sometimes the simplest workshop solutions make the biggest difference. These four reader-submitted woodworking tips offer practical ways to organize hardware, … Read More
Cutting clean, accurate hinge mortises doesn’t have to involve tedious measuring and chiseling. This adjustable hinge mortising jig uses the … Read More
Sometimes the simplest shop solutions are the most useful. These five clever woodworking tips cover everything from organizing plans and … Read More
These clever reader-submitted shop tips make everyday woodworking tasks a little easier. From simplifying panel glueups to keeping frequently used … Read More
Put the unused space between your sawhorses to work. This simple removable shelf keeps pencils, tape measures, and small tools … Read More
Need a marking gauge in a pinch? With a short wooden dowel and a screw, you can make a simple … Read More
Make shop cleanup and maintenance easier with four clever tips for replacing adhesive sanding discs, soaking finish brushes, cleaning pitch … Read More
The best shop tips are often the simplest. See how an ordinary foam can koozie can keep ratchet straps—and even … Read More
After rebuilding and refreshing my knock-down workbench in Part 1 and adding aluminum T-track for expanded workholding in Part 2, … Read More
In my shop, an extra work surface is always a welcome addition. That’s no less true at the lathe, which … Read More
After giving my trusty knock-down workbench a complete makeover in Part 1, it’s time to push it a step further … Read More
A long-time knock-down workbench gets a much-needed refresh after years of shop use, moves, and hard work—cleaned up, repaired, and … Read More
A thrift-store organizer, a modified clothespin, and a grout float can all find a useful home in your workshop. Try … Read More
Round and octagonal parts present challenges for work-holding. One solution is a simple DIY V-block. -Phil Huber Urbandale, Iowa Read More
Folks worked with wood for generations without the use of screw-driven vises. I adapted one traditional work-holding device for my … Read More
