How to Set Jointer Knives
A jointer can perform only as well as the condition of its knives. This means, of course, that the knives must be sharp. But even if the knives have been properly sharpened, they won’t cut …
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How to Spray Lacquer: Illustrated Guide
Here we have compiled an ‘ultimate guide’ that takes you through everything you need to know about spray lacquering. Why Spray Lacquer? There are many ways to finish your woodworking projects, so why should you …
Can You Turn Wood on a Metal Lathe?
If you work creatively at home or have an artist’s studio, you may be wondering if it is possible to turn wood on a metal lathe. Can you turn wood on a metal lathe safely, …
Best LED Lathe Light
BINFU 5W COB LED Lathe Lamp Looking for a good light to illuminate those tiny details when practicing your lathe skills? Whether you’re a professional turner or a hobbyist, this gooseneck LED work light from …
Wood hardener VS Epoxy
Woodturning Wood Hardener Experiment Having created our cherry bowl blank and rounded out its corners on a bandsaw, it was time to get turning. We started out by mounting it onto our Nova 2 Chuck, …
How To Cut Plastic With a Dremel?
A dremel is one of the best tools available for slicing through plastic. Because of its flexibility, a Dremel rotary tool is an excellent choice for cutting plastic as well as a wide range of …
How to Sharpen a Chainsaw in 7 Steps
Like any other piece of equipment, a chainsaw needs regular care and maintenance for optimal performance. While it’s possible to pay a professional to sharpen your chainsaw, the average homeowner, with a little bit of …
Wood Lathe vs. Metal Lathe: What is the Difference?
In this post, we go over the main differences between the metal and wood lathes. What is a Wood Lathe? A wood lathe is a tool used to shape and craft wooden workpieces. It consists …
Can You Use Pine For Cutting Boards
Many of you are wondering, can you use pine for cutting boards? Pine wood can also make cutting boards, although it isn’t deemed “excellent” for a few causes. For starters, because it is a very …
Homemade Woodturning Finishes
Turning a beautiful object out of wood in a short amount of time is one of the activities that draws people to the craft of woodturning. Finishes that beautify and protect the work that the …