WOODWORK How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these woodwork tutorials to learn all about woodwork with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Sharpen and tune up a woodworking saw, Sharpen your woodworking tools easily, and Build through dovetail templates with MLCS woodworking.

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How to sharpen and tune up a woodworking saw

Sharpen and tune up a woodworking saw

With Al unavailable for the third installment of “Ask the Masters,” Tommy takes the opportunity to demonstrate how to sharpen and tune up a ...more

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How to sharpen your woodworking tools easily

Sharpen your woodworking tools easily

Put a razor-sharp edge on your chisels and plane irons using self-stick sandpaper, and a grinder equipped with a stone and buffing wheel ...more

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How to build through dovetail templates with MLCS woodworking

Build through dovetail templates with MLCS woodworking

Eagle Lake Woodworking, hosted by John Nixon, offers great ...more

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How to pick up woodworking tips that you won't learn in shop

Pick up woodworking tips that you won't learn in shop

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of ...more

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How to use hand planes while woodworking

Use hand planes while woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to create inlays with a router while woodworking

Create inlays with a router while woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of ...more

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How to make a dinosaur using a woodworking scrollsaw

Make a dinosaur using a woodworking scrollsaw

Scrollsaws are often used to produce very intricate pieces, but a ...more

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How to learn professional woodworking tips

Learn professional woodworking tips

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to bend wood for woodworking

Bend wood for woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to build mortise and tenon joints while woodworking

Build mortise and tenon joints while woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of ...more

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How to square lumber for woodworking

Square lumber for woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to use a horizontal router table in woodworking

Use a horizontal router table in woodworking

Eagle Lake Woodworking, hosted by John Nixon, offers great do-it-yourself guides for building your own furniture, especially in the American ...more

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How to use a router table while woodworking

Use a router table while woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to build loose tenon joinery in woodworking

Build loose tenon joinery in woodworking

Eagle Lake Woodworking, hosted by John Nixon, offers great do-it-yourself guides for building your own furniture, especially in the American ...more

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How to model digital woodworking designs in SketchUp 6

Model digital woodworking designs in SketchUp 6

In this SketchUp software tutorial, Mike is back, responding to Robert ...more

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How to rough the exterior of a bowl in woodworking

Rough the exterior of a bowl in woodworking

Learn how to rough-out the exterior of a green bowl blank on the lathe in this free woodturning video series.

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How to use basic woodworking tools

Use basic woodworking tools

How to use basic woodworking tools such as a jointer, joiner, and table saw; get professional tips and advice from an expert carpenter on ...more

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How to sharpen you woodworking tools

Sharpen you woodworking tools

Want to sharpen your woodworking tools? Yes, I thought so. Mastermind Stu shows you how, using the Triton Woodstone Sharpener. Want to ...more

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How to use bits with your woodworking router table

Use bits with your woodworking router table

The Router Table. The router is an incredibly versatile tool, capable of many, many tasks. One method of using the router is to mount it ...more

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How to choose a hand plane for woodworking

Choose a hand plane for woodworking

Learn about the most common, and popular, hand planes used by crafts people today. At first glance, the whole subject looks complicated ...more

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How to begin a woodworking project

Begin a woodworking project

Al expounds on the Federal period, particularly the furniture of its time, while Tommy demonstrates the Federal-style table he is making ...more

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How to sharpen your woodworking tools correctly and safely

Sharpen your woodworking tools correctly and safely

Tommy and Al, wearing festive holiday hats, answer the most recent ...more

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How to tune up a woodworking hand plane

Tune up a woodworking hand plane

Taking a break from building the Bombe, Tommy tunes his hand plane by taking it apart and sharpening it. He demonstrates the power of the ...more

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How to use the Saw Stop table saw for woodworking safely

Use the Saw Stop table saw for woodworking safely

Watch Al, Bobby, and Tommy discuss (with big words) some table saw ...more

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How to use a power sanding while woodworking

Use a power sanding while woodworking

When sanding any woodwork piece, it's important to gradually increase the level of grit. Otherwise the sanding marks will be difficult to ...more

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How to sharpen woodworking tools

Sharpen woodworking tools

Woodworking tools become dull over time. Tools can be sharpened at home to prolong the life of the tool and to get better results from ...more

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How to wire a motorized router lift for use in woodworking

Wire a motorized router lift for use in woodworking

Eagle Lake Woodworking, hosted by John Nixon, offers great ...more

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How to use a Katana flush router bit for woodworking

Use a Katana flush router bit for woodworking

Eagle Lake Woodworking, hosted by John Nixon, offers great ...more

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How to use a router for woodworking

Use a router for woodworking

This carpentry series from Woodworking Online covers an array of topics for maximizing your woodshop that are helpful to everyone from the ...more

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How to finish woodworking projects with oils and varnishes

Finish woodworking projects with oils and varnishes

In this video, Woodworking Online shows you how to finish woodworking ...more

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How To Design, Build, and Finish a Woodworking Project

Design, Build, and Finish a Woodworking Project

There is a lot more involved in the woodworking process than there ...more

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How to use a lathe for woodworking project

Use a lathe for woodworking project

In this series of woodworking videos, our home shop expert shows you how to create just such lids and in the process gives you professional ...more

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How to dress timber for your woodworking project

Dress timber for your woodworking project

Dressing Timber. In this episode, we are having a look at dressing timber so that it is flat/straight and square, ready for a project. In ...more

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How to use a compression bit for perfect woodworking

Use a compression bit for perfect woodworking

Linbide TCT Compression Bit - this bit is touted as being the World's ...more

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How to use a metal detector in your woodworking workshop

Use a metal detector in your woodworking workshop

Stu came across this security device recently and to all intents and ...more

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How to use the woodworking carbitool wheel cutter router bit

Use the woodworking carbitool wheel cutter router bit

This is a new woodworking segment for Stu's Shed - Router Bit ...more

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How to keep your woodworking tools maintained and fresh

Keep your woodworking tools maintained and fresh

Stu, master of the woodworking universe (or at lest the tool shed ...more

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How to pick the best square for your woodworking project

Pick the best square for your woodworking project

E=MC Square. Squares (or tri-squares) are an essential part of every ...more

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How to use a raised panel bit on your woodworking router

Use a raised panel bit on your woodworking router

Stu, the great, reviews the raised panel bit, and shows you how to use ...more

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How to use your woodworking equipment safely

Use your woodworking equipment safely

Stu gives a quick introduction and discussion about personal safety equipment, not only using it, but ensuring that the solution actually ...more

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How to dampen noise out in your woodworking workshop

Dampen noise out in your woodworking workshop

Stu talks about noise in the workshop. This is part of Safety Week ...more

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How to make a table with a secret compartment

Make a table with a secret compartment

This table magically folds over to create a secret compartment. This way you don't have to clean the table off, just fold it over and use ...more

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How to get woodworking tips for basic projects

Get woodworking tips for basic projects

The right tools are imperative if you're a woodworker. This how to video shows you what to look for in workbenches, clamps and saws. Happy ...more

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How to build collapsible tables & stools with Readymade

Build collapsible tables & stools with Readymade

Box Seats! Put the art back in party furniture with collapsible tables ...more

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How to choose the right sander for your woodworking repairs

Choose the right sander for your woodworking repairs

Tim Carter, of Ask the Builder, explains and demonstrates a number of ...more

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How to buy & get the most out of your band saw

Buy & get the most out of your band saw

Doug Hicks tells us what to look for when purchasing a band saw. In addition, he also shows us how to set up the band saw, and provides ...more

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How to do pocket hole joinery for simple strong cabinets

Do pocket hole joinery for simple strong cabinets

Phil Huber shows us how to create pocket hole joinery for simple and ...more

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How to make a Stickley arts and crafts style round table

Make a Stickley arts and crafts style round table

Here's my interpretation of Gustav Stickley's No. 603 tabouret. This ...more

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How to build a low entertainment center

Build a low entertainment center

The Wood Whisperer thinks you have what it takes to build furniture. Be sure to watch this entire 5-part tutorial to learn how to build a ...more

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How to build a steamer trunk

Build a steamer trunk

The Wood Whisperer thinks you have what it takes to be a great woodworker. In this 4-part series, the Wood Whisperer is building a steamer ...more

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