Woodsmith Tips

February 11, 2016

PVC Finishing Supports

Simple and quick to make, these finishing supports are made from scraps of PVC. You’ll find yourself using them to make finishing any project less … Watch Video

Thickness Planer Maintenance: Cleaning, Lubrication & Tune-Up

A dirty planer can lead to poor feeding, rough surfaces, and unnecessary wear. This step-by-step thickness planer tune-up covers the key cleaning and maintenance tasks …

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Roller Bars for Finishing

Whether you're working on large, bulky projects or finishing a small project, having easy access to all sides is important. Here's a simple addition to …

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How to Strop a Chisel for a Razor-Sharp Edge

Stropping is the final step some woodworkers use to refine an already-sharp edge. Here's how a leather strop can polish chisels, carving tools, and knives …

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