Woodworking Tools & Materials
Discover a guide to the tools & materials involved with your woodworking.
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How To Build a Miter Saw Station
Do you want to transform your workspace? Learn how to build a storage-rich miter saw station from a set of factory toolboxes in this guide.
How to Clear a Fallen Tree with a Portable Sawmill
Did a tree recently fall in your backyard or front lawn? Here's how you can use a portable sawmill to turn the wood into something useful.
Best Spindle Sanders (2024 Guide)
When a typical belt sander won’t do, experienced woodworkers turn to spindle sanders. These tools add smooth, flat finishes to any piece of wood. In this roundup and buying guide we take a close look at the best spindle sanders available so you can find the perfect fit for any job.
Best Belt Sanders (2024 Guide)
A belt sander helps woodworkers deliver a smooth and polished finish to their work. In this guide, we take a look at the best belt sanders.
5 Best Woodworking Tools (2024 Guide)
No matter how experienced or inexperienced a woodworker you are, high-quality tools are a must. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best woodworking tools on Amazon.
5 Best Random Orbital Sanders (2024 Guide)
Random orbital sanders help sand in the direction of the wood grain. Our team reviewed the best random orbital sanders for a variety of jobs.
Wood Putty vs. Wood Filler: What’s the Difference?
You can confidently repair holes, cracks, or scratches in your woodwork when you know which product to use for the job. This guide will help you understand what makes wood putty and wood filler different, and when to use each so you can restore damaged trim, molding, or even furniture to its original glory without fear of doing harm.
The 5 Best Wood Glues (2024 Review)
Wood glue is an easy way to join two pieces of wood together without using nails or screws. Here are the best wood glues available.
Celebrating Craftsmanship: The Principles of Sanding Wood
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares why he loves sanding and what goes into a good sanding job.
How To Use a Mobile CNC Router and the Benefits of Doing so
Ask This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert shows how to set up a mobile CNC router and explains the benefits.
Easy Ways To Extract a Stripped Screw
Learn easy ways to extract a stripped screw with various tools and techniques with our step-by-step guide.
What Is It? | Sliding Red Metal Tool
The guys from Ask This Old House take a look at a sliding, red metal tool and ask, "What is it?"
How to Choose Tools for First-Time Woodworkers
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva reviews the best tools to have for beginner or intermediate woodworking projects.
What You Need to Know to Choose and Use Wood Fillers
Discover the best practices for selecting and applying wood fillers and achieving perfect repairs in your woodworking projects.
How To Stain and Finish Wood Furniture
In this video and guide, wood finishing expert Bruce Johnson shares tips for refinishing new and old wood furniture.
Choosing & Using Random Orbit Sanders
Random orbital sanders are both versatile and effective. Learn more about buying and using them from the This Old House experts.
Non-toxic, Affordable Pressure-Treated Lumber
A new process encases wood fibers in trace amounts of glass, with surprising results.
Files and Rasps: The Best Tools for Shaping and Smoothing
There are a variety of files and rasps to choose from, and you might wonder which is the best for your job. Read on to find out.
How To Protect Against Plier Marks
When it comes to plier marks, prevention is always better than repair. Invest in quality tools and protective accessories.
When and How To Use a Handsaw for DIY Projects
Having trouble knowing whether to use a handsaw or a power saw? Learn how to choose the best saw for the job with our in-depth handsaw guide.
Choosing and Using a Random-Orbit Sander
The tool that takes the hassle out of sanding wood
A Guide to Choosing and Using Hand Planes for Your Projects
Few tools are better for smoothing and shaping wood than a plane tool. Here we share the different types of bench tools, block tools, and maintenance tips.
Making Wide Miter Saw Crosscuts
Get a bigger bite with this tip
Finishing Plywood Edges
Iron-on veneer tape does the trick