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The Best Orbital Sanders for Woodworking in 2021

September 6, 2021August 21, 2021 by Eric T

MAKITA BO5041 5-Inch EDITORS PICK FOR THE BEST RANDOM ORBIT SANDER Top Pick: Makita B05041 Buying the best or anything requires a bit of research. But choosing the best random orbital sander is a harder decision than most tools because of the split between corded vs. cordless, dramatic quality differences in tools and features like dust collection. And while there are budget orbital sanders that will work for almost all jobs, any woodworker that is tackling furniture or cabinet-grade projects …

The Best Miter Saw for Woodworking Projects in 2021

September 19, 2021August 4, 2021 by Eric T

MAKITA LS0815F MITER SAW Best Sliding Miter Saw for Woodworking Top Pick: Makita LS0815F With the retirement of the radial arm saw the miter saw has become the central cutting station of any woodworkers shop. But there isn’t just one type of miter saw as blade sizes, angle cutting options and other features require some research before buying. In this article learn what the best miter saw is for small and large workshops. While there are dozens of miter saws on …

Best Power Feeders for Routers, Table Saws and Shapers

The Best Power Feeder For Saws and Routers

September 6, 2021July 19, 2021 by Eric T

Every router table or shaper needs a power feeder to make it work better. And, many table saws need one too. Not sure what might best fit your machine? In this guide learn what the best power feeders are and accessories you’ll need with one.

14 simple tools to make holes in wood of any shape or size

September 5, 2021February 27, 2021 by Eric T

Dewalt Hole Saw Set Best To Cut Round Holes in Wood Popular: Dewalt Hole Saws While obvious to a carpenter, sometimes choosing the right tools to make holes in wood takes a little research. And, from large holes to square holes, flat bottom holes in wood to small round holes there is always a tool or two to do the job. In this article learn what the best tools to cut wood are and how to use them. With the price …

Best Miter Saw Fence System For Faster and Accurate Cuts [2021]

September 19, 2021January 28, 2021 by Eric T

Adding a miter saw fence system to my miter saw was the best investment in my shop yet. Not sure if a miter saw stop will improve your woodworking? Well, these systems install in just a few hours, have an integrated ruler, and will stop the constant measuring and marking you’re doing now. In this article learn what miter saw fence stops are on the market and what’s best for your saw.

Best Track Saw For Woodworking – Table Saw Alternatives [2021]

September 19, 2021December 28, 2020 by Eric T

Track saws are one of those tools you want to own once you know what they are. Because it is both a safer solution to a table saw AND it features perfectly straight cuts with almost zero splintering they solve a problem you can’t with a table saw. Learn what the best track saws for professionals, hobbyists or DIY’ers are in this article.

Best Dust Collector for Woodworking Shops

Ultimate Guide: Best Dust Collector for Woodworking [2021]

September 18, 2021December 20, 2020 by Eric T

You already know this, but the best dust collector isn’t the same from workshop to workshop. While small shops need innovative solutions to maximize suction in tight quarters; large shop dust collectors need massive air flow with optimal ducting to control dust. In this article you’ll learn what the right dust collector is for your size workshop, tools AND budget.

Best Plunge Router: 7 Routers and Accessories You Need to Know

February 14, 2021November 25, 2020 by Eric T

Buying the best plunge router isn’t just a decision on price. It’s a process that involves understanding your current projects, router use for making dadoes and rabbets, size of bits and if you’ll free-hand or use in a router table. In this article we’ll cover budget plunge routers to professional models made for everyday use.

The Best Router for Router Table And Lifts (2021)

September 7, 2021November 19, 2020 by Eric T

The best router for router table use is a mix of budget, size of the bits you’ll be using, and the space you have in your workshop. Just starting into woodworking and want a multipurpose router for a benchtop table? Or maybe you’re looking at a floor-based table and want a dedicated plunge router. Whatever your purpose, we’ll cover each in detail and what router best fits in a table mount.

Best router tables for woodworking with lifts and portability (2021 Guide)

February 14, 2021November 15, 2020 by Eric T

Without my router table I wouldn’t have been able to build the furniture and kitchens projects I have in the last decade. While the best router table depends on your budget and projects there is also a few accessories overlooked by most new-to-router-table shoppers.