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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.


Drilling Large Holes

Drilling Large Holes

A clever way to avoid burning your drill bits or the workpiece that you're drilling. Make the hole in two … Read More

Outfeed Table

Outfeed Table

If you need a quick set up for some outfeed support at your table saw this tip is for you. … Read More

Applying Plastic Laminate

Applying Plastic Laminate

These guidelines will give you the confidence to tackle the job of applying plastic laminate. These methods have worked for … Read More

Auxiliary Top

Auxiliary Top

Maximize the working area in your shop by adding an additional worksurface to your router table top. Read More

Safe Screw Disposal

Safe Screw Disposal

Throwing spent utility knife blades, broken screws, or nails straight into the trash can lead to injury or cause a … Read More

Shop-Made Shelf Standards

Shop-Made Shelf Standards

These shelf standard are a notch above the steel versions that inspired them. They offer the same flexibility as their … Read More

Ripping at the Band Saw

Ripping at the Band Saw

Ripping a board is done at the table saw most of the time, but it doesn't have to always be … Read More

Scroll Saw Arm Rest

Scroll Saw Arm Rest

It seems it would be helpful to have a third hand for tasks like repositioning the blade while making cuts … Read More

Plans Stand

Plans Stand

Woodworking magazines and project plans are easily buried while working on a project. Here's a way to keep them front … Read More

Workmate Mate

Workmate Mate

A fold-up workbench is a great shop addition. The challenge is keeping track of the bench dogs it comes with. … Read More

Table Saw Switch Cover

Table Saw Switch Cover

Make a simple, safe way to operate your table saw. This switch cover allows you to turn off your saw … Read More

Dry Erase Reminder

Dry Erase Reminder

A small piece of dry erase tape can help you keep track of shop supplies. You can also use it … Read More

Shop Apron Upgrade

Shop Apron Upgrade

A clever way to quickly hold your apron in place. Read More

Hardware Sorting Tray

Hardware Sorting Tray

Most of us have a miscellaneous collection of hardware. Sure those bits and bobs are useful, but it isn't easy … Read More

Garage  Shop Panel Saw

Garage Shop Panel Saw

A garage shop doesn't leave you with a lot of room for working with large sheets of plywood. Here's a … Read More