Woodsmith Tips

September 26, 2024

Shop-made Router Bit Depth Gauge

Skip the guesswork when setting router bit depth by making your own simple, shop-built depth gauge. Using a wood block and a few carefully adjusted … Watch Video

Shop-Made Cord Reel

A Handful of Scraps Will Let You Make A Simple Reel For Taming Extension Cords.

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Last Week's Tips

Finishing Room: Two-Tone Harvest Table

The painted base and natural, oak top for this project provides a subtle but beautiful finish that will wear well for this family dining table.

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DIY Lathe Drum Sander: Turn Your Wood Lathe into a Sander

Get more use from your wood lathe with this easy shop-made drum sander. Using a pair of 2x4s and adhesive-backed sandpaper, you can create a …

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