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Can you make a living off woodworking?
Myths and facts about woodworking, what specialty to choose and whether it’s worth it to sell your projects online.
10 Beginner Woodworking Projects
Want to get into DIY and carpentry? Here you’ll find free plans for simple projects, ideas and some advice to get started!
Woodworking Tips and Tricks
I’d like to give you some woodworking and DIY tips I’ve learnt throughout the years working with wood and as a luthier.
Diy tools
DIY Magnetic Protectors for Bench Vise Jaw
How to make DIY protectors to avoid damaging your workbench vise. More versatility without damaging the vise jaws.
X-Motion Portable Mortiser
Smart and innovative design which will allow you to cut tenons and mortises or mill horizontally by turning its handle.
Why should I build my own tools?
Uses of homemade machines, tools and knowledge required, choice of materials and cost or safety. Author’s reflections.
Modular Workbench Readers Projects
Compilation of some of the Modular Workbenches that our users are making guided by our woodworking plans.
Modular Workbench & Mobile Tool Stand (3)
Last article in the series, I’ll try to show everything it can offer and how to join the homemade workbench modules together.
Homemade Band Saw
First cuts of my new Diy Band Saw. Main features or how to set up. Improvements and blade choice. Easy to build design.
Diy projects
Why should I build my own tools?
Uses of homemade machines, tools and knowledge required, choice of materials and cost or safety. Author’s reflections.
How to make a low stool and a bar stool
In order to test out my new homemade portable mortiser, I’ve made a stool using ash hardwood and red stained MDF.
Making a Folding Knife
Easy to make design. The friction between the blade and the wood acts as a locking mechanism. I recycled an old saw disc.
Olive Wood Cutting Board
I’m going to make this olive wood cutting board for my kitchen. I’ve made it with end grain so it will be sturdier and more stable.
How to Install a Laminate Flooring
Laying laminate flooring is a relatively simple task. I’ll show you the best way to start, tips and common problems.
DIY Wall Mounted Bathroom Vanity
It will look perfect in small bathrooms where open, hanging furniture helps create a sense of spaciousness.
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- Readers Project Showcase • Re: Modular Workbench by Felix Schneider 18/06/2021work in progress:Statistics: Posted by Suso — Fri Jun 18, 2021 7:04 amSuso
- Where Can I Find... • Re: Cabinet Locks & Latches / Cerraduras 14/06/2021Box Clasp Clamp in America:Buy on UsaBox Clasp Clamp in Europe:Acquistare in ItaliaAcheter en FranceBuy on United KingdomKaufen in DeutschlandCierre de Bloqueo Cajas:Comprar en EspañaStatistics: Posted by Suso — Mon Jun 14, 2021 1:55 pmSuso
- Multi-Function / Modular Workbench • Re: High Capacity Multi-Function Workbench 11/06/2021Thank You very much Suso, i will check local offers and then will decide also considering costs. Sorry about the question regarding the drawers tickness... i have to say that your file package includes "un monton" of info and it is hard to read everything in the middle of drawing the project and buy the […]calle
- Multi-Function / Modular Workbench • Re: High Capacity Multi-Function Workbench 11/06/2021hello Calle,In my opinion, you won't have a problem using baltic birch plywood for the frames and soft plywood (poplar or okumen) for the drawers and cabinets. They are the same board that I have used and once varnished they are boards that withstand humidity quite well!You can also use waterproof MDF or Valchromat, I […]Suso
- Multi-Function / Modular Workbench • Re: High Capacity Multi-Function Workbench 11/06/2021Hi Suso, after i bought both high capacity and modular workbenches plans i finally decided to build the high capacity one. My big concern is on the material, as my workshop is located in the garage and i have to fight with humidity: plywood is too risky, except the okoume for marine carpentry, but the […]calle