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From circular saws, jigsaws, table saws, mitre saws and more specialist machine tools such as reciprocating saws and scroll saws. All are used to cut wood and metal in an efficient manner, but tool choice is important, so read our guides to help you understand what each should be used for.
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Is a bandsaw safer than a table saw? Bandsaws are the safer option but that doesn’t mean that you can’t use a table saw safely. There is, by design, a higher risk of injury from a table saw and since a bandsaw is just as diverse, a lot of new woodworkers opt for this safer […]
For the most part, when you are installing a new patio, your pavers/paving slabs will fit neatly alongside one another, keeping things relatively simple. But to think you will be able to avoid cutting at all is foolish as you only need to look around the edges or any inconsistencies in the shape of the […]
Sleepers were traditionally used for laying railways but now, these long, thick pieces of timber are often used for landscaping and DIY purposes. The problem is that they can be so large and heavy that cutting them is quite the challenge. Owing to their depth and length, you need a saw that has a large […]
If you’ve recently discovered just how many amazing projects you can make using a scroll saw, then you’re probably very excited to hit the sales and choose a tool that is right for you. The choice of scroll saws out there is dizzying so you may be left feeling a little overwhelmed, especially if this […]
A scroll saw provides DIY enthusiasts and hobby woodworkers with a way to conveniently and easily create intricate patterns and designs in wood that would be nigh-on impossible with other types of saws. If you are just getting started, you may find yourself standing in front of your scroll saw, scratching your head and wondering […]
There are some pretty hefty saws out there that will make light work of cutting through large pieces of lumber. But when you want to create something a little more intricate and delicate, you need a tool that is up to the challenge. Many people are not sure what to use a scroll saw for […]
As its name may suggest, a circular saw is a round blade used for cutting a variety of materials. These are extremely diverse and high-powered tools that are essential in any good workplace or home workshop. But when you first get your hands on one of these powered cutting tools, you will need to think […]
You’ve got your new mitre saw. You’ve got a project in mind. But, there’s one problem. You don’t know where to start. If you’re unsure of how to use a mitre saw, you’re not alone. Everyone has to start somewhere and all it takes is a little knowledge and some practice before you are confidently […]
You can pick a table saw up for a very reasonable price but then there are models that are much more expensive. This is a dream for many people but buying a used table saw means that you may be able to get something much more high end for a reasonable price. However, when buying […]
A mitre saw is one of the most favoured woodworking tools in the world and no workshop would be complete without one. They are powerful, diverse and efficient and many people often wonder how they ever got by without one. However, if you have never purchased this type of equipment before, it can feel a […]
