WOOD Magazine Staff

When you need to set a router bit or saw blade to a precise cutting depth, use one of these handy accessories for can’t-miss measurements.

I’m building some outdoor projects out of pressure-treated lumber and am wondering what finish, if any, I should use?

Safely rip pieces for bent laminations, edging, inlays, and more

Tditionally, a jointer flattens boards and a planer brings them to thickness. But if you don’t own a jointer, your planer or router can do the flattening when you follow these steps.

Help your projects avoid the snap, crackle, or pop caused by wood expanding and shrinking.

Woodworkers need clamps for an endless variety of tasks. Start with our recommendations for building up an initial clamp collection.