Posts by Damien Madeira

Using the appropriate tools for your wood project is vital to its success. Jointers and planers are essential tools with distinctive functions, but they can sometimes fill in for each...

Speed is important when it comes to orbital sanders because you don't want to go too fast, or you'll end up with a lot of imperfections. You also don't want to go too slow, or you may end up with an...

Circular saws are versatile power tools, able to cut through various materials including wood, metal, and even stone. However, some materials will be more challenging than others. For example, can...

The hand saw is a classic piece of woodworking equipment consisting of corrugated metal with sharp teeth. These ever-handy tools are helpful for a wide variety of projects and have always seemed to...

A hand saw is one of the most basic and essential tools in any woodworker's arsenal. Whether cutting through lumber or trimming a piece of wood, a hand saw can be a lifesaver. But like any tool, a...

Do you have a 4X4 that needs cutting with a saw? If you have a circular saw, you might wonder if it’s a suitable tool. Can you cut a 4X4 with a circular saw? A circular saw can cut a 4X4....