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Dec 17, 2024 · Think of a bench vise as a tool that's as essential to your success as a hand plane, router, or tablesaw. Although clamps might substitute in some situations, they tend to …

Dec 18, 2024 · Some woodworkers brush on a few coats of varnish and wonder why their finish doesn't look gallery-smooth.

May 9, 2025 · Beginner's Guide to Clamps Woodworkers need clamps for an endless variety of tasks. Start with our recommendations for building up an initial clamp collection.

Dec 18, 2024 · Spin the wheel of finish Use these stain-matching tips to replace broken or missing parts, or to make new furniture match existing furniture or trimwork.

Feb 27, 2025 · What Finish Is That Anyway? You've discovered a great piece of furniture, but the once-shiny finish has seen better days. If you knew what the finish was, it would be easier to …

Apr 3, 2024 · FREE Woodworking Charts Download these great charts for use in your shop.

Feb 27, 2025 · Air-Filtration Systems Scrub your shop air of the superfine dust left behind by a dust collector or shop vacuum. Then breathe a healthy sigh of relief.