Tricks of the Trade
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Drill Press Plugs and Plug Cutters
Plug cutters are another way that a drill press can really lift your woodworking to the next level.
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Hacksaw Solutions
I occasionally have to cut metal sheet stock that’s too heavy for tin snips.
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Double-duty Bench Clamps
I find this a handy way to hold large assemblies while sanding or finishing on a workbench.
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Clamping Deep Panels
I have used this trick many times when gluing up a cabinet with a web frame towards the center of the piece.
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Gouge Grinding Jig
I made this jig for sharpening wood lathe tools – especially gouges.
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Dirt-cheap Pipe Clamps are Easy on Fingers
Short sections of PVC pipe make good clamps, but they tend to be a little hard on the fingers – especially when you’re using the larger size ones.
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How to Strip Table Legs
I strip a lot of furniture and have found table legs and small turned pieces a messy chore.
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Scroll Saw Sanding
Most scroll saw owners are familiar with the plastic sanding devices which can be installed instead of the blade.
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Finger Saving Push Block
For pushing heavy stock through a saw or jointer, I find that a rubber float (used for applying grout) works best.
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Chalk to the Rescue
When working on dark, laminated shelving, I had trouble seeing the layout lines.
