Bench Vises and Workholding: Holding Work Steady and Safely
A guide to choosing and using bench vises and workholding tools, covering the differences between metalworking and woodworking vises, mounting, and safety.
Woodworking Tools
Routers, router tables, planers, clamps, vises and woodworking jigs for home workshops.
Pocket-Hole Jigs, Dowel Jigs and Other Joinery Helpers
A practical guide to pocket-hole, dowel, and biscuit joinery helpers. Learn how each works, when to use it, and how to set up your jig for strong, accurate joints.
Thickness Planers and Hand Planers: Width, Snipe and Blades
A guide to benchtop thickness planers and handheld electric planers, covering width capacity, snipe reduction, blade choices, dust needs, and safety.
Clamps for Woodworking: Which Clamps to Buy First
Choosing your first clamps for woodworking can feel overwhelming. This guide covers bar clamps, pipe clamps, spring clamps, and more to help you start smart.
Router Tables: Benchtop vs Stand-Alone, Fences and Lifts
Learn why a router table helps you work small parts, profiles and joinery, plus how to choose between benchtop and floor-standing tables, fences, lifts, and safety.
Wood Routers: Fixed vs Plunge Bases, Trim Routers and Collets
Learn the differences between fixed-base and plunge routers, when to use a trim router, and how collet size affects bit stability and safety.
Woodworking Tools: Tool Guide
Woodworking requires a range of tools to shape, join, and finish wood. If you are new to the craft, starting with a good set of clamps is a practical first step.
For more advanced joinery, consider a pocket-hole jig or explore the routers subcategory for guidance on choosing the right base type.