Tricks of the Trade
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A Better Container for Mixing Epoxy
5-minute epoxy works great for many woodworking projects. One of our readers shares this great tip for a using a…
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Get a Grip on CA Glue
I use a lot of CA glue on my turned projects, but as I get older, my hands just don’t do what I want them to do.
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A Sweet Way to Apply Putty
When using Durham’s Rock Hard Wood Putty, I used to mix it in a Dixie cup. Of course, I mixed in too much water and eventually would mix way too much putty and apply it with a knife. It was messy and a waste of putty.
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Another Use for CD Holders
Recently, I was looking for storage suggestions for some three dozen circular saw blades which have been sitting on my workshop floor for far too long.
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Put Woodshavings to Work
I am primarily a woodturner, and I always have a great load of shavings.
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Upgrade Your Caster’s Brake Lock
Learn how this simple modification makes it easy to know which side of the caster brake lock to press when you want to lock the caster.
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Rust Prevention Tip for Cast-Iron or Steel Tool Tops
Learn how wax paper can help prevent rust from developing on your cast iron and steel tool tops.
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Sanding in Tight Spaces
I use nail emery boards for sanding in tight places.
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Homemade Carver’s Turn Table
The other day I was doing a small carving and was getting frustrated with fixing it down on my work surface with each different position I needed.
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Cheap Glue Spreaders
No expenditure, and they work great!
