Anyone who has been in woodworking for a while understands finishing is important. Finishing is an entire craft on its own, requiring good quality tools and, above all, skills. When it comes to protecting wood, film-forming finishes are second to none. But applying these finishes is challenging and time-consuming with a rag or brush. Atomizing … Read more
When it comes to measuring and marking your wood, nothing can be more accurate than using the correct type of tape measure—but with all the different types on the market, it can be hard to know which one to choose! This guide will help you find the best tape measure for woodworkers of all skill levels … Read more
Table saws are very popular tools in carpentry and woodworking because they allow you to cut wood with accuracy and ease. In small shops, the table saw takes the place of larger saws like the circular saw and cabinet saw, which makes it an essential piece of equipment for any workshop. There are many different … Read more
If you have been in woodworking for a while, you may have heard the praise of Japanese carpentry and Japanese woodworking hand tools. Japanese woodworking has been practiced for many centuries, and just like in any craft, such longevity usually yields a culture of innovation. Over the years, Japanese carpentry has developed tools and principles … Read more
A Skew Chisel is one of the most useful and handy tools any carver should have. It is an indispensable tool a carver shouldn’t miss in his or her tool kit. Most cuts in wood carving are made by skew chisel whether in woodturning or carving. Nevertheless, there are reservations about the tool. Though the … Read more
If you’re new to wood carving, you’ll quickly learn that the right carving chisels can make a huge difference in the quality of your work. But with so many different types of chisels available, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s where we come in. In this guide, we’ll help you choose … Read more
If you want to start carving in wood, consider buying some power tools. It’s not just about increasing the speed of your work; it’s also about how much more control you have over your final product! Carving with power tools can be intimidating, but once you get used to them and start learning their limits, you’ll be … Read more
Finding the right carving axe can be tricky if you don’t know what to look for or where to find it. To make things easier, we’ve compiled our list of the 10 best budget-friendly carving axes today. This review should help narrow your search and make choosing one that much easier. Plus, we detail each … Read more
We did some digging for the best available spray gun that works well with poly and other oil finishes. After analyzing about 15 brands, we have a tight list of the five best spray guns for polyurethane spraying. Our overall best gun is the Austro Pneumatic Spray gun. This is the best entry-level spray gun … Read more