Shop Maintenance

Learn how to keep your wood shop tools and accessories in working order. Find out about sharpening, rust removal & prevention, power tool maintenance, and much more.

How do I patch a hole I accidentally drilled in my workbench?

I accidentally drilled through a workpiece into my workbench. What can I do to restore the flatness of the bench?

How do I repair the electric brake on my mitersaw?

My mitersaw seems to take longer to wind down than it used to after making a cut. The blade is not loose, so it seems to be an issue with the electric brake. What can I do?

How do I remove the stains on my tablesaw from cutting coves?

I recently made cove molding on my tablesaw. But after the job was done, I noticed a dark stain in the cast iron on the outfeed side of the cove cut. What caused this?