Top 100 Woodworking Projects

1. 1. Ultimate Woodshop on Wheels: Mike Doerner

   This homeowner can convert his garage into a full-fledged woodworking shop in a matter of minutes. See how he designed this woodshop on...

2. 2. Building a Sawhorse (00:20:00)

   

   Sturdy and dependable sawhorses are easy to build from lumber.

3. 3. Bosch Digital Protractor (00:01:33)

   

   When it comes to working the angles, this high-tech tool does it all.

4. 4. Arts and Crafts Bookcase (00:20:01)

   

   Bruce demonstrates how to build an arts-and-crafts style bookcase.

5. 5. Cool Laser Level (02:33)

   

   Keep things straight with a cool laser level.

6. 6. How to Make a Circle-Cutting Jig

   

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   Use these step-by-step instructions to make a jig that will cut circles through wood or any other material.

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   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 7. Skil Orbital Jig Saw (00:01:45)

   

   This jig features a laser guide and rotating blade that lightens your load.

8. 8. Swedish Wall Shelf (00:20:00)

   

   Bruce designed a pair of wall shelves based on a Swedish antique pattern.

9. 9. How to Make a Pocket Hole

   

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   A pocket hole is a hidden drill hole that a screw sinks into at an angle to fasten two pieces of wood together. Learn how to make a poc...

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   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

10. 10. Matrix 100 Metal Detector (00:01:08)

    

    Check out this handheld device that can find metal buried within lumber.

11. 11. How To Maintain a Router

    

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    Routine maintenance is key in keeping a router in peak condition. Follow these steps to keep a router working properly.

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

12. 12. Tips for Cutting Wooden Rings

    Cutting a wooden ring can be more difficult than it seems. DIY Network makes it easy to cut wooden rings with these basic tips.

13. 13. How to Apply a Lacquer Finish to Wood

    

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    Lacquer is often used to finish fine woodworking projects because it has clarity, depth and a quick dry time.

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    Difficulty:

    Moderate

14. 14. About Shapers (05:06)

    

    Get hints and tips for buying the very best tools, including shapers.

15. 15. Powermatic PM2800 Drill Press (00:01:12)

    

    With this adjustable drill press, "X" marks the spot.