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Woodworking 101

  • Picking a router bit can be extremely confusing. Here is a guide to the types of router bits and their application to help you pick the perfect bit for your application.

    Types of Router Bits and Their Uses

  • Standing in the aisle of wood screws can definitely be intimidating. Let's talk about the different types of wood screws and how to pick the perfect one for your project.

    Wood Screws: A Simple Guide for Beginners

  • Need to align your miter saw? Here is everything you need to know to align a miter saw to make accurate cuts and professional-quality projects.

    How to Align a Miter Saw : A Complete Guide

  • Do you know all the features and settings on your power drill? Here is everything you need to know to use a power drill driver for the best results efficiently.

    How to Use a Drill: A Beginner’s Guide

  • Applying wood stain is a great way to highlight wood grain. Here is everything you need to know about how to stain wood and seal it.

    How to Stain Wood: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners

  • Building Shaker-style doors is easier than you think. Learn how to build shaker-style cabinet doors using only a table saw with this detailed step-by-step tutorial.

    How to Make Shaker Cabinet Doors – A Simple Tutorial

  • Learn how to properly sand wood using a random orbital sander by understanding sandpaper grits, dos and don't whether staining or painting

    How to Sand Wood: A Beginner’s Guide

  • Confused about all the wood sizing available in stores? This is your detailed guide to understanding everything you need to know about wood sizes.

    Wood Sizes Explained: Everything You Need To Know

  • woman taking down lumber from racks in workshop

    How to Store Lumber Properly: Ideas and Tips

  • This is your complete guide on how to build a drawer. See all the tips and tricks you need to know to build perfect drawers every time - even for beginners!

    How to Build a Drawer for Beginners

  • Learn everything you need to know about the different types of nail guns, different gauges, how to use a nail gun, and which one is right for you.

    How to Use a Nail Gun for Beginners

  • Learn how to cut angles greater than 45 degrees on a miter saw with this simple technique. It can be easily set up on any miter saw.

    How to Cut Angles Greater Than 45 Degrees on a Miter Saw

  • woman cutting edge banding with trimmer

    How to Cover Plywood Edges – 3 Beginner-Friendly Ways

  • Learn how to cut wood WITHOUT a power saw using a miter box for beginner woodworking projects, baseboards, and molding. This is your detailed tutorial on how to use a miter box. Great for apartments!

    How to Use a Miter Box (Cut Wood Without a Power Saw)

  • Confused about the Kreg Jig models? Here is everything you need to decide about which Kreg jig to buy for beginners or experienced makers.

    Which Kreg Jig to Buy for Beginners (The Answer)

  • A simple beginner-friendly explanation of what is saw kerf and why you need to account for it to get accurate cuts.

    What is Saw Kerf – Why it is Important When Cutting Wood

  • Have you ever needed to cut curves on a project or saw a hole in a piece of wood?  You can do that and more with a jigsaw! 

    How to Use a Jigsaw

  • You don't need a workbench or large workshop! Learn how to use a circular saw without a table and make good-quality cuts easily.

    How to Use a Circular Saw Without a Table

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