Woodsmith Tips

July 1, 2026

Upgrading a Knock-Down Workbench with T-Track | More Clamping Power & Shop Flexibility (Part 2)

After giving my trusty knock-down workbench a complete makeover in Part 1, it’s time to push it a step further and make it even more … Watch Video

12 Essential Wood Finishing Supplies for Your Workshop

A well-stocked finishing cabinet makes every finishing job easier. Keep these 12 essential supplies on hand so you're ready to apply, clean up, and fine-tune …

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Last Week's Tips

Knock-Down Workbench Upgrade | Part 1: Restoring a ShopNotes Classic

A long-time knock-down workbench gets a much-needed refresh after years of shop use, moves, and hard work—cleaned up, repaired, and refinished to keep it going …

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Make An Overhead Bar Clamp Storage Rack

Storing clamps has been rather haphazard in my small basement shop. Then I came up with a way to take advantage of the unused space …

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