You need the right drill for a job, and the right drilling technique to handle any situation. Having the correct drill bits and drill accessories allow projects to be done efficiently and more to the point correctly. The importance of good clamping systems in the shop is often overlooked, make sure you have the right clamps before you begin a project, and make sure you choose the right clamps for the long-term.

Drills and Drilling

There are a number of different type of drills available to the woodworker.  Learn the difference between them so that you will know which to use in any situation that comes up, and which you should be purchasing for you shop.

How to Drill

The a different techniques for drilling different types of holes.  Learning different techniques and why they work will help you  choose the right technique when various situation arise.

Using a Drill, Drill Bits and Accessories

The are different type of drills, and each has different accessories and dozens of drill bits.  Know which drill bit you need, how to use them, and which accessories you need and which you will want. 

Guide to Woodwork Clamps

Clamps are essential to many types of woodworking, using the right one will allow you to correctly complete your projects.  Many have generalized uses, some are specialized, you need to know what your options are to have the proper ones on hand.

Managing Clamps and Fixtures

You will end up with a number of clamps and fixtures in your wood shop, having the right ones available includes managing them correctly, and creatively using clamps and fixture in situations in which you did not originally plan to uses them.

Techniques for Using a Woodwork Clamp

Knowing how and when to use specific woodwork clamp systems or which clamp-size will allow you to handle any basic projects.  Know what to do in more advances situations, it often takes some knowledge plus a little creativity.