30 Years of Woodworking Knowledge — For Every Skill Level
From your first miter saw to professional cabinet making — guides written from real shop experience.
Woodworking Saws — Complete Guide to Every Type
From circular saws to bandsaws — choosing and using the right saw for every cut.
Drawer Slides — The Complete Woodworker's Guide
Professional installation tips for side-mount, under-mount, and soft-close slides.
Wood Joinery — Every Method Explained
Master traditional and modern joinery techniques for stronger, better-looking projects.
Cabinet Making — From First Cut to Finished Kitchen
Professional cabinet construction methods used in real woodworking shops.
Sanding and Finishing Wood — The Complete Professional Guide
Get flawless finishes with proven sanding sequences and finishing techniques.
Hardwood Lumber — Species, Grades and Where to Buy
Understanding lumber grades, species selection, and finding quality suppliers.
Routers and Router Tables — The Complete Woodworking Guide
Router selection, setup, and advanced techniques for precision woodworking.
Woodworking for Beginners — Start Here
Your first tools, first projects, and essential skills to build on.
Why Trust This Site
I'm Eric Trion, and I've been earning my living as a professional cabinet maker for over 30 years from my shop in Minnesota. Every guide on this site comes from real shop experience — not theory.
I've built over 100 complete kitchen installations, trained apprentice woodworkers, and volunteer with Sleep in Heavenly Peace building beds for kids in need. When I share a technique or recommend a tool, it's because I've used it professionally.
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Track Saw vs Table Saw: Which Should You Buy?
A practical comparison from someone who uses both daily in professional cabinet work.
Types of Drawer Slides: Complete Professional Guide
Everything you need to know about choosing and installing drawer slides that last.
How to Join Wood: 12 Essential Techniques
Master the fundamental joints every woodworker needs to know.
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Eric has been a professional woodworker for over thirty years and has worked in small cabinet shops making everything from kitchen cabinets to hand-made furniture. Now working from a home woodworking shop Eric is sharing his passion for woodworking, tool advice and how-to knowledge from his Minnesota-based woodshop.