When a job calls for the use of heavy duty tarps of a very specific size, it is important to understand how they are sized. Having one that is too small can expose stored materials and equipment to the elements, and can lead to damage or loss. Oversized covers can present a problem if the excess material gets caught or pinched.

If you’ve developed the itch to work with wood, then you’re going to need some tools. But what kind of woodworking tools and how many?

The router is a very powerful tool that has a blade that spins several thousand revolutions per minute and as such warrants a quick discussion on router safety. Do not lift the router base from the wood until the cutting bit as come to a full stop.

Just like any tool or piece of equipment, proper maintenance habits are the key to enjoying a long service life of dependable use from heavy duty tarp. Some people choose to see tarpaulins as disposable, especially the ubiquitous blue, but any homeowner or business owner can appreciate the savings from keeping all of their equipment well maintained. Let’s take a look at some good habits for keeping all kinds of heavy duty products in good working condition for years to come.

Wood chippers are like any other piece of machinery. Parts like belts and blades need to be replaced and maintained. Proper usage of this type of equipment is important to avoid safety hazards. Chipper blades are most effective if they are sharp and can be hazardous if they are dull or over-used.

There are two main parts of a utility knife which determine whether it is good or not. The first is the handle, and the second is the blade that you are running.

When buying a utility knife you really want to get something that is going to last. Of course, if it’s not going to get used very often then maybe this won’t apply, but in general you always lose out by buying products which are cheap. The reason behind this is that they are often poor quality, hard to use and not always very safe.

When you are looking to get a new utility knife, you have a choice of a retractable blade, or knives that retract and fold up. Both have their own little advantages, depending on what you desire.

Drills undoubtedly are a common power tool for many types of do-it-yourself projects. It is crucial that an individual uses the most suitable drill for their handyman project. Power drills are made in many different sizes. They’re sized by its “biggest size of shank” that’ll attach to the chuck. You’ll get greater speed using a bigger size drill.

Plasma cutters are often thought of as the preserve of large industries. However there usage is much wider extending to the field of high art.

Edge gluing hardwood boards into panels is a basic skill of fine woodworking. Doing this correctly is all-important because it effects the final appearance of your woodworking project permanently. Once done, it cannot be changed so this is something you want to get right the first time and every time. This article will take you through all the steps from lumber selection to thickness sanding.

The edge sander has proven to be one of the most used and most useful stationary woodworking machines in my shop. I use it to make all sorts of shapes after rough-cutting them on the band saw or with a jig saw. It sands both inside and outside curves to perfection, right down to the pencil line. Learn all about edge sanders in this article including tips on how to use them safely and effectively and how to pick the best one to buy.