What is Pin Type Anchor Bolt? February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 | 6:11 pm As any construction professional knows, the right fasteners are a critical part of the job. This is especially true when it comes to anchor bolts. Pin-type anchor bolts, in particular, offer a great combination of strength and flexibility, making them ideal […]

What is Shackle Bolt? Uses and Benefits February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 | 1:15 pm The importance of fastening and securing components together is critical in many industries, especially in the construction and automotive fields. If you’re looking for a secure way to attach two heavy components together, look no further than shackle bolts. In

Pin2K Share Share Email 2K Shares I like a good sharp table saw blade as much as any woodworker. But I also don’t want to overspend on a blade, also just like any woodworker. So what I did was come up with a list of saw blades that are useful in most woodshops, and depending

Pin1K Share1 Share Email 1K Shares Are you a beginner woodworker needing to know exactly what woodworking hand tools you should invest in first? I was in the same boat a few years ago, and over the course of several projects I figured out pretty quickly which tools I really needed, and which ones were

Pin Share Share Email The miter saw is a powerful and versatile tool. It’s a must-have for any do-it-yourselfer. You’ll use a good miter saw for doing framework, door casings, furniture building, crown molding, baseboards, and more. Note – If you’re already comfortable using your miter saw and need to improve your miter cutting accuracy,

Pin19 Share Share Email 19 Shares If you’re looking to buy a new miter saw, then a good place to start is figuring out exactly how to CHOOSE a miter saw. This can vary, depending on the TYPES OF CUTS it will be used for. There are 2 different main sizes, and many different features

Pin217 Share Share Email 217 Shares Have you noticed how the shelf at the hardware store with the woodworking router bits is massive, and overloaded with options? There are all kinds of router bits available to buy, but many of them are not critical, and serve a very specific purpose, which may not be helpful

Pin108 Share Share Email 108 Shares Hide glue gets its name from the fact that it comes from animal hides, bones, hooves… (I’ll stop there).  It’s a very archaic glue that’s been around as long as woodworking has. But even still, today’s hide glue creates just as good of a bond as PVA wood glues. Read

Pin206 Share Share Email 206 Shares Is dust collection really that important? Well, for small-shop woodworking, yes it is. While the most important reason may be that we need to take care of our lungs, the reason I actually care most about is finish work. In a small wood shop, your work area is also