WOODSMITH: Adjustable Clamping Jig
When it comes to glueups, you can never have too many clamping options.
Here's one that I think you'll find pretty handy.
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SHOPNOTES: Rolling Tool Tower
If your shop is anything like mine, space is at a premium. One solution I've come up with takes tool storage to a new level. To see how it works, click the following link:
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WOODSMITH: Rolling Cabinet Supports
My rolling shop cabinet gets a lot of mileage. But once parked, I like it to stay put. Let me show you how I solved this problem. Just click the following link:
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WOODSMITH: Countersink Tip
Need to drill a countersink in a tight space? Let me show you a trick that might get the job done. Just click on the following link:
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ShopNotes: A smooth finish
I like to use MDF to make shop projects. It's flat, smooth, and inexpensive. To give the MDF some protection and dress up its bland appearance, I usually paint it. Here are a few tips for getting the best results.
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WOODSMITH: Routing a 30° Chamfer
On a recent project, I wanted to rout a 30-degree chamfer on the edge of a workpiece. But my chamfer bit (and almost all chamfer bits) will only cut a 45-degree bevel. To see my solution, click the following link:
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