Techniques

This guide covers the process of gluing wood for woodworking joints. You'll see how to spread glue the right way, apply the right amount of clamping pressure...

This guide will show you how to spot grain direction, why it matters for cutting, planing, sanding, and chiseling, and how to avoid tear-out...

This guide covers practical steps for keeping wood from splitting, from drilling pilot holes the right way to avoiding rookie mistakes. You'll see how to...

You'll pick up the basics of marking straight lines and 45-degree angles, how to keep the square from slipping, and how to use it as a saw guide...

This guide covers all the basics, from picking the right sanding grit to wiping techniques and drying times. You’ll see how to dodge the usual rookie mistakes...

This guide walks you through each joint step by step. You'll see how to prep your wood, line up your boards, pick the right glue, and clamp it all down so...

This guide covers each part of the clamping process, from picking the right clamps to checking your project for square. You’ll find practical tips for...

This guide covers the whole process, from choosing a brad-point bit to marking pilot holes and clamping your workpiece so it doesn’t shift. You’ll see how...

This guide covers everything about wood sanding, from picking the right sander or sanding block to protecting your lungs from dust. You’ll see how to sand...

This guide covers how to mark your cut line, set up your saw, and use the right technique for clean results. You'll pick up tips on how wood grain affects...