The workshop reorganization continued in full force this week, with a new plywood cart, lumber storage rack, and LED shop lighting being added to the shop. I'm in full clean-up mode getting prepped for my shop tour video
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I converted my crappy pegboard wall into a french cleat tool storage wall, complete with a french cleat clamp rack. This project took a little less than two days to complete, so it’s a perfect weekend project to reorganize and add storage to your workshop.
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These simple wooden mallets are the perfect use for those small scraps you've been hanging on to and make for a gorgeous shop project!
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I'll show you how to build this ULTIMATE assembly / outfeed table featuring a t-track top and Systainer storage. It's got tons of other features, including an air hose reel, screw organizers, and much, much more.
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In this video, I show you how to build a welding table using a kit from WeldTables.com. The folks over there were nice enough to send me one of their welding table kits to use in my shop.
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If you're trying to make perfect, straight cuts with a circular saw and are struggling, you definitely need to build one of these straight line jigs. They take less than an hour to put together and will make your circular saw cuts more precise instantly. The zero clearance edge also helps to prevent tear out, especially on sheet goods like plywood.
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In this post, I'll show you how to build an automated dust collection system using the Clearvue CV1800 and iVac automated woodworking dust control system.
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In this video and article, I'll talk about winterizing my workshop, including choosing from the wide array of shop heaters, garage door insulation, & more.
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In this video, we're making a set of DIY drawer pulls for our Jay Bates Miter Saw Station out of plywood. The best part about this is that it was free!
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In this video, I’m building a metal lathe stand for my new Precision Matthews PM-1022V. This lathe stand is constructed almost completely from ¾” plywood.
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Welcome back to Part 2 of my Jay Bates Miter Saw Station build. If you missed Part 1, make sure to check it out first. Let's get started!
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In this video, we build an extremely solid and functional workbench for $35. We found a solid core door on Craigslist for $10 and found plans online.
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