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Woodworking Top 10 lists

When exploring a topic, use our Top 10 lists to get some expert ideas.

Top 10 small shop items worth under $10

Not every helpful tool is expensive. Here’s a list of 10 worthwhile items for a small shop that cost $10 or less.
Top 10 ways to amp up your clamping game

Clamping pieces of wood together is central to working wood. Clamps are usually the answer. Having enough of the right type on hand and knowing how to use them will pay off.
Top 10 ways to add value to your home

Simple renovations any DIYer can undertake to improve the resale value of their home and also make it more cozy, attractive and efficient to live in.
Top 10 tips for great shop organization

We all need more shop space, but another approach is to make better use of what we have.
Top 10 ways to teach young woodworkers

If young kids show an interest in woodworking, it’s time to take them into the shop. A patient, careful approach while allowing them to lead the way, will set kids up for life-long learning in the shop.
Top 10 Tips for Setting Up a Smart Home Office

Many of us are continuing to adjust to working from home – or just learning how to. Setting up a home office doesn’t need to be overly difficult or expensive. There are also a variety of ways you can harness technology to help you work more effectively from home.
Top 10 finishing accessories

Along with your favourite topcoats, dyes and stains, these accessories will help make finishing your next projects easier and quicker.
Top 10 ways to amp up your router game

Routers are wonderful for profiling edges, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Learn about what they can do, make a few jigs, purchase a few additional items and you’ll be well on your way to increasing what you can do with these ultra-functional power tools.
Top 10 joints intermediate woodworkers should learn

A follow-up column to our “Joints Beginner Woodworkers Should Learn” from a couple of years ago, here’s a list of 10 joints to help take your joinery skills to the next level. They don’t all need to be in your arsenal, but practising some of them will result in stronger, more beautiful furniture.
Top 10 tips for using a band saw

We know setting up a band saw properly is critical to getting good results from this shop workhorse, but that means nothing without getting into the details. Consider these band saw setup basics, as well as a few simple tips, that might not fall into the standard “setting up your band saw” list.
Top 10 Joints Beginner Woodworkers Should Learn

Joints are the cornerstone of just about every woodworking project. Learn the basics, then get fancy.
Top 10 tools and tips for spring yard work

Spring is almost here. Prepare for the warmer weather now, so you can get outside and make the most of it.
Top 10 Spoon and Utensil Embellishments

Though wooden spoons and utensils can be left very simply adorned, adding a little “je ne sais quoi” takes them from a simple kitchen item to a piece of art.
Top 10 Ways to get the Most from your Cordless Drill

Cordless drills are ubiquitous, but not everyone uses them correctly. Here are 10 ways to extend the life of your drill and get it to perform better.
Top 10 dust collection tips

Unless you’re using only hand tools, and don’t sand any of your surfaces, you’re creating dust in your workshop.