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How to Choose the Right Woodworking Tools

The act of transforming raw wood into something that is both useful and also beautiful is more than just carpentry, it's art. Which is why woodworking enthusiasts everywhere love their hobby so much. There is no limit to what you can do with some wood and the right tools. If you're a beginner, there is much to learn about woodworking tools. Here are a few of the most important:

Table Saw -- Most people will want to choose a bench top table saw as opposed to a heavier contractor table saw. The bench top table saw is lightweight and can be transported by truck when necessary. This piece of equipment is likely to be the one used the most in your workshop, so choose a quality model. You'll find plenty of selection at the hardware or home improvement store. If you're not sure what to choose, just stick with well known names like Craftsman by Sears or DeWalt.

Miter Saw -- The miter saw is another piece of equipment that no woodworker should be without. There are several different types of miter saws, with the compound miter saw being recommended for most hobbyist woodworkers. A compound miter saw is what you want if you're making items from wood such as crown molding, window frames or picture frames. The other two types of miter saws you might see are the regular miter saw and the sliding compound miter saw.

Router -- The router is a handy tool that makes deep recesses in the wood that can be used for tendon and joint pieces or even artistic adornment. Routers are often used in the construction of moldings, door frames, dressers, chests and boxes. Routers are used at different bit speeds to produce a variety of different effects. There are stationary routers and plunge routers, with the stationary variety being the best choice for a hobbyist.

Sander -- Sure, you could sand by hand like they did in the 'old days.' You could simply utilize the many different sandpaper choices on the market and do everything by hand. But if you did, you'd probably end up with sore arms, especially if you were doing lots of large pieces. A power sander is a great luxury for woodworkers to have and dramatically cuts down on the time and effort used during the sanding process.

As you can see, you can do a lot with only a few basic woodworking tools. With the tools above, some wood, and the right plans, you can make most anything!

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