Choosing the right table saw blade
After you’ve found the best table saw for your
woodshop, it’s time to find the best blades for your projects. The saw blade that comes with most table saws
is usually not able to handle every type of wood. Your table saw blades must be
versatile tools. The right blade makes various cuts smoothly and safely. Combing through all the available saw blades
can...
Basic Woodshop Safety
There are basic safety guidelines that need to be followed in any
woodworking shop. We follow safety procedures in our retail store as well as
our personal woodworking spaces. While there are many more safety guidelines depending on your tools or project,
we’ve gathered a few key safety tips that apply for every shop. Show up ready Showing up ready means you’re...
Projects for Different Wood Types
A woodworking project begins with the right selection of wood. Choosing
the correct grain and quality of wood is as important for your project as
having the proper tools. First, consider what you want to make and the purpose it will have. Are
you creating furniture or a cutting board? Second, consider your budget. It is better to postpone a project in
order to raise...
Product Spotlight: Festool
Backed by meticulous German engineering, Festool has become an industry leader for superior power tool design. It’s one of Cardwell’s leading woodworking power tools. The recognizable green and white accents can be seen internationally in efficient and tidy workshops.
Festool is a quality power tool with every conceivable feature and without limitations. They push...
Beginner Woodworking Essentials
Whether
you’re a budding professional or a new hobbyist, there are basics of
woodworking to be mastered before venturing into advanced projects. These
skills start with your woodworking essentials. For
budget and skill reasons, build your woodworking arsenal one tool at a time.
Take the time to master each tool before advancing. This is a craft that has
been honed for...
The One-Day Woodworking Gift: Wooden Cutting Board
This easy project can be created at any skill level. For many, a basic
cutting board is their first woodworking project. No matter the scale of your project, the secret to one-day woodworking
projects is preparation. You should be able to use your basic tool kit for this
project. Materials
You’ll Need: Scrap woodPlaner to smooth edgesMultiple grains of...