Woodsmith Tips

March 12, 2025

Scary Sharp Tools on a Drill Press Powered Sharpener!

Your drill press might not be the first thing you think of when you want to sharpen your chisels or hand plane irons. With this … Watch Video

4 Woodworking Shop Tips: Band Saw Alignment, Prefinishing & More

Keep finish out of mortises, organize your turning tools, check band saw blade alignment, and set nails without marring your project. These four Woodsmith reader …

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How to Make a Zero-Clearance Insert for a Table Saw

Upgrade your table saw with a shop-made zero-clearance insert that supports narrow cuts and helps reduce tearout. Replaceable hardboard center strips make it easy to …

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Tips for Installing Threaded Inserts into Plywood

Install threaded inserts in plywood edges with accuracy and confidence. A simple drill guide keeps holes straight, while clamping the edges prevents splitting for clean, …

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