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If you\u2019re looking for a creative and challenging way to express your love for woodworking, you may be interested in woodturning. Woodturning is the art of using a lathe<\/a> to shape and carve wood.<\/a> It\u2019s an incredibly satisfying form of woodworking, as you can take a piece of wood and turn it into something creative and beautiful.<\/p>\n

Before you begin, you\u2019ll need to ensure you have the right tools. In this post, we\u2019ll cover all the turning tools you need to start your woodturning journey. We\u2019ll discuss the variety of tools, their uses, and a few safety considerations to keep in mind.<\/p>\n

What Is Woodturning?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Woodturning is the process of shaping a piece of wood with a lathe. A lathe spins the wood while it is being worked on so you can form it into a desired shape. The most common items made in woodturning are spindles, chair legs, sculptures\/figurines, and bowls. Although these are the most common, the opportunities are endless and there is no shortage of creativity in woodturning.<\/p>\n

Essential Woodturning Tools<\/span><\/h2>\n

When you first start woodturning, there are several tools that you will need.<\/p>\n

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  1. A lathe is a machine that can turn wood and shape it properly. Make sure you get one that is specifically for woodturning. It should have adjustable speeds and safety features such as\u00a0guard rails for protection.<\/li>\n
  2. Gouges can create curves and hollows in your workpiece and are available in various shapes and sizes. They contain high-speed or carbide steel, which makes them very sturdy tools that will stand up to repeated use. Purchase good quality gouges so they stay sharp and last longer.<\/li>\n
  3. Chisels can remove small amounts of material from your workpiece, such as when smoothing down surfaces or creating joints between two pieces. You will need a wide variety of chisel<\/a> shapes, so make sure you buy a set that has multiple sizes and shapes available.<\/li>\n
  4. Scrapers can smooth rough surfaces and add decorative accents like beads or coves. They come in round or square shapes depending on what type of projects you plan to do with them.<\/li>\n
  5. Laser levels<\/a> ensure the wooden piece you are working on is level inside the lathe (this helps to avoid uneven gouges, scrapes, and chiseling).\u00a0 Depending on what you are creating, you’ll need to leverage a laser level to gauge whether your pieces are evenly matched and can be used. For example, if you are making legs for furniture or piece for an ornately carved picture frame, a laser level will dictate if the pieces are even enough to attach\/hang.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Parting tools can separate pieces from the main workpiece by cutting a narrow groove in between them so you can separate them without damaging either half. As with all other woodturning tools, make sure you buy high-quality parting tools so they stay sharp over time and deliver reliable results even after lots of use.<\/p>\n

    Other Woodturning Tools<\/span><\/h2>\n

    In addition to the essential tools mentioned above, there are several additional options available for purchase depending on the type of project you are working on.<\/p>\n