I get lumber from a local millwork shop whenever possible, but I still shop a lot at local Big Box stores. If you do, too, here’s a money-saving tip. (Read More…)

You know those plastic storage boxes that nearly all tools come in? You probably have several; I do and they’re getting out of hand. (Read More…)

I always keep old newspapers in my shop for a variety of uses. There’s one paper in there now, though, that’s strictly bad news. (Read More…)

What David DeCristoforo says in his Feb. 22 blog (Sanding: A bum rap) is true. Sanding seems to be the most reviled of shop tasks among woodworkers. I’ve never understood that. (Read More…)

There are many ways to secure batteries to cordless tools, but among the most common are the “pinch” type, with separate release buttons on opposite sides. I hate those. (Read More…)

There are a lot of misconceptions regarding shop danger, and I put shop dust explosions in that group. (Read More…)

A while back, I told you about my new shop gas heater. With this being one of the harshest winters we’ve had, I’m loving it. (Read More…)

When I travel, I hit every antique store I see. When I do this, I buy things. (Read More…)

I’m traveling now, writing this on a laptop in my hotel room. As with most trips, it’s been a series of unfamiliar places and faces, but I enjoyed a bit of familiarity last night. (Read More…)

If you lost your shop – I mean everything, wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling – would you be able to accurately reconstruct its contents? (Read More…)