Extractors
A quick guide to dust extraction
Ever wondered what sort of dust extractor your need? Read on for some professional advice.
Understanding dust extractors
The pros and cons of different types of extractor and what to look out for when making a purchase.
Finishes
Ebonising Oak with Van Dyke Crystals.
This is a method by which the Victorian effect of darkened Oak timber may be obtained.
Hand tools
Bonus Video - Lapping Plate
In this bonus video, Andy King demonstrates how to get the best from a lapping plate when flattening... Subscribers Only
Sharpening Edge Tools - Part 6
Andy King shows you how to get a razor sharp edge with just a single stone, some leather and a bar o...
Diamond Stone Test - Part 7
Just to prove you can do it, Andy blunts a chisel then gives it a razor sharp edge in a matter of se... Subscribers Only
Saw Sharpening - Part 4
A video demonstration of how to sharpen tenon and dovetail saws Subscribers Only
Machinery
Bosch GCM8S Video Review
Andy King walks you through the pros and cons of Bosch's compact GCM8S compound mitre saw in this vi... Subscribers Only
Mitre Saw Video Roundup
Andy King walks you through some of the latest compound mitre saws available. In this video Andy exp...
Metabo KGS 255 Video Review
In this review Andy King gives you a video walk around of Metabo's KGS 255 Plus compound mitre saw. Subscribers Only
Hitachi C8FSE Video Review
Andy King shows you what to look out for in this video review of Hitachi's C8FSE compound mitre saw. Subscribers Only
Makita LS0714L Video Review
In this video Andy King gives you a detailed run through of Makita's LS0714L compound sliding mitre ... Subscribers Only
Power tools
Introduction to Routers - Part 2
Ron Fox offers expert guidance on selecting and using routers Subscribers Only
Introduction to Routers - Part 3
Ron Fox offers expert guidance on selecting and using routers Subscribers Only
Introduction to Routers - Part 4
Ron Fox offers expert guidance on selecting and using routers Subscribers Only
Introduction to Routers - Part 5
Ron Fox offers expert guidance on selecting and using routers Subscribers Only
Timber & veneers
How does wood work?
In the first of a new series looking at the first principles of woodworking, Ben Plewes ...
An introduction to air and kiln drying
Air drying is the traditional method of drying timber while kiln drying dramatically reduces the dry...
The importance of measuring moisture content
The moisture content of you timber is crucial to consider when designing a piece. It's fundamental t...
Wood turning technique
Turning for beginners, Part 3
Alan continues his turning series by looking at how best to hold the work
Turning for beginners, Part 2
In this 2nd installment of Turning for beginners, Alan Holtham looks at what tools you'll need to to... Subscribers Only
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