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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WOODSMITH: Shop-Made Bench Dogs
Good tips can come in small packages. Here's a small tip that can make working at the bench a little easier. Just click the following link to take a look:
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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: Sandpaper Organizer
The sanding pads for my random-orbit sander have an annoying habit of curling up and getting lost in my shop. A simple storage system solved both problems. To see how it's made, click the following link:
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Woodsmith: Circular saw crosscut guide
Guiding a circular saw through a square cut can be pretty hit or miss.
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WOODSMITH: Simple Flush-Trim Fence
Let me show you a quick and easy way to trim plywood edging. Just click the following link:
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