Woodworking Articles

Choosing a circular saw blade

Anti-kick Saw Blades: A particular circular saw blades (CSB) shoudler design that is engineered to improve the ease of cut and reduce the effect of the saw blade kicking back due to overfeeding.Arbor: The saw…

Conversion Reference Chart

Because so many tools are from the USA, sometimes South African woodworkers just have to accept using Inches. For those of us who can’t, here is a conversion chart back to MM. By Tools4Wood…

Choosing the correct Kreg Screw

Choosing a Screw Kreg Screws are available in several different types, each with unique qualities that optimize performance in specific applications. Once you understand these qualities, it’s easy to choose the correct Kreg Screw. In…

Timber and wood full of holes?

Timber and wood full of holes? The name may cause some confusion, especially since it isn’t a worm at all but rather grubs of the Common Furniture Beetle [Anobium punctatum]. But confusion aside, woodworm can…

Repair scratches in wood

If you’re planning to host a dinner party or entertain friends, don’t let a damaged wood table put a damper on the decor. The minor nicks, scuffs and hairline scratches that come with everyday wear…

What is veneer?

Many DIY enthusiasts often confuse the terms laminate and veneer. Veneers consists of thin section of various wood types, whereas laminate is the application of papers or plastics to the surface of board products or…

Butcher Block

Butcher blocks have traditionally been made from pieces of maple or a similar hardwood bonded together to form a solid slab and have have become popular in modern kitchen designs. Historically butcher blocks were used…

Secrets for Success when Cutting Sheet Goods

Cutting plywood, or any other large sheet material like MDF, with a circular saw can be tricky. The sheet is heavy and can be hard to handle. But with a little planning and the…

Building Better Shelves

Shelving is great for many things – housing books, displaying decorative items, providing extra storage, and more. By choosing the right materials, and with the help of your Kreg tools, you will be building…

Create a distressed finish

An authentic-looking, time-worn finish is very popular these days. Even better yet, this finishing technique is easy and very forgiving. Read on to learn how you can give your projects a great-looking, distressed finish.

5 Tips for Creating Great Kreg Joints

Whether it’s on social media or through our customer service department, we get lots of inquiries on Kreg Joinery™ best practices. Read on for five handy tips that will help you create the best…

Choose The Right Woods For Outdoor Projects

This time of year, outdoor projects are the name of the game. Whether you’re building garden structures, fences, furniture, or outdoor decor, don’t forget one important factor: The type of wood you’ll use. You…