Woodworking made easy
Jigs take a lot of time, planning, and material to make. Often we can find ourselves spending more time making tools than actually using tools to make completed pieces of work. Paradoxically though, one is rightfully wary of spending money on just about any jig which comes into the market especially because many of these […]
Getting a table saw or a plunge saw as one of your first purchases is usually a dream for a beginner or weekend woodworker who cannot justify the often highly exorbitant cost of purchasing any of these. Especially when one begins to consider the ramifications of buying a low-cost machine that will most likely become […]
Shou Sugi Ban is the traditional Japanese method of preserving wood by charring the surface to create a waterproof finish through carbonisation. Shou Sugi Ban is the traditional Japanese method for preserving wood by charring the surface to bring about carbonisation. This carbonisation process protects the wood against insect attack and creates a waterproof barrier […]
Woodworking is like a hard drug. You take one hit and before you know it, you’re going down a long and tumultuous rabbit hole of hard lessons, long hours, and piles of invoices. There is always a need for a brand that will cater to the new woodworker who is weary to invest heavily into […]
Known as one of the premium brand names in woodworking, the German company Wolfcraft has managed to scratch the surface of almost every common woodworking problem. At times, Wolfcraft accessories have found solutions to problems which we may not have yet even noticed as yet. The innovative nature of the company’s offerings often expands the […]
16 Guage Brad Nails: The nails are approx. 1.65mm thick, are bigger and holds stronger compared to 18 gauge nails. Ideal for heavier jobs, for example installing door frames or fitting exterior trim.. The head is slightly larger than the 16 gauge nail. This will allow for better holding if glue wasn’t used. 18 Gauge […]
The Olfa range of cutters and knives covers a wide range of tools for almost all craft and hobby needs and even includes kits for quilters. Keep your craft space neat and tidy . . . a little organisation will make crafting more efficient and enjoyable. If you are a regular crafter there comes a […]
The below illustration shows the relationship between Volts, Ampere-hours, and Watts using a car to better understand the concept of rechargeable batteries. It is often asked how long the batteries will last; this is a tricky question as it all depends on what battery is used and how it is used. In the example of […]
Founded in 2004, this American supplier of lawn, garden equipment, and power tools has begun to stir up quite the buzz in South Africa and around the world alike. The expansive range of innovative, light-weight machinery has been the highlight of their launch in the country. These cordless tools sport the newer 20-Volt platform which […]
As woodworkers, much of our work is dependant on a sharp and reliable cutting edge. For our surfaces to be truly flat, for our cabinets to precisely fitting, and for our logs to be smooth and perfectly cylindrical – we need sharp tools. For those who can afford it, machine Waterstone sharpeners like those made […]
Founded in 1940, during World War II, Leo Fisher began producing radio valve pins in a small cellar in London, for the Ministry of Supply. After the war, the company started making drawing pins and upholstery nails and in 1946 the first tape measures were introduced to the Fisco range. As the business grew, premises […]
The Titebond range of glues are imported from the United States of America and all share the same quality adhesive bonds that are stronger than the wood itself, they offer excellent heat-resistance and are very easy to sand while still allowing for water clean-up when still wet. The Titebond glues typically provide a strong initial […]
