Sawhorses are vital for work that cannot be easily done in a workshop or other workbench-equipped spot. They’re also useful in many workshops. If you want to make sawhorses for your...

The following is a description and comparison of the lumber of American and European Beech. American Beech Scientific Name: Fagus grandifolia Family: Fagaceae Location: USA and...

Hand saw sharpening is fast becoming a lost art. It used to be that every craftsman knew how to sharpen a saw, and it was done with regularity. In more recent times, the saw was taken to...

A saw from the flea market will typically be a rusty affair, with years of caked-on grime from improper storage. In this condition, the saw is not only aesthetically undesirable, but it also...

Woodworking can be an extremely rewarding hobby. It can be productive, even profitable, while at the same time relaxing and meditative. You'd be surprised at the quality of what you can...

Cast iron is a useful material for making cookware, mechanical parts, forges, anvils, etc., but what are the common techniques used to cut, weld, and shape it? This article will attempt to...