Woodsmith Tips

March 25, 2026

This Vise Adds Style and Function to your Workbench

Build a twin-screw skeleton vise with synchronized wooden gears for smooth, even clamping and perfect alignment. This workbench upgrade offers powerful holding strength and precision … Watch Video

3 Woodworking Tool Care Tips: Chisel Guards, Push Blocks & Handle Wax

Protect your chisels, get a better grip on rough lumber, and make wooden tool handles more comfortable. These three reader-submitted Woodsmith tips use simple materials …

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Last Week's Tips

Upgrade your Tabletop CNC

Upgrade your tabletop CNC with a sturdy base, storage drawer, table extension, and replaceable spoilboard. Designed around the Next Wave CNC Shark SD120, this simple …

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Types of Sanders for Woodworking: How to Choose & Use Them

From aggressive stock removal to final surface preparation, different sanders excel at different jobs. Here’s how to choose the right power sander and use it …

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