So if you’re still cleaning up your shop with a broom and dust pan, you’ll want to check out a couple of the articles in this issue. But dust managment is important not only for keeping your shop clean, but also for your health. It’s probably why so many of us focus on the more “fun” aspects and put off dealing with it for so long. Now, dust collection may not be the most exciting aspect of woodworking. It wasn’t long before I decided that a dedicated dust collection system was a shop necessity. In the past, I’d get out my shop vacuum once a week and suck up as much as I could. Ust like you can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs, you can’tĭo much woodworking without generating some sawdust. Shop Short Cuts_ 32 Top Safety Gear 2Ĭheck out our shop-tested tips and techniques for solving your woodworking problems. This new system from Rockler has a lot of great features.īetter Way to Buy Sheet Goods _ 12 When it comes to working with sheet goods, small project panels are a great solution.ĥ Keys to Trim End Grain _ 30 Follow these sure-fire tips for making accurate cuts and fine-tune end grain surfaces.

Rockler T-Track Tabletop _ 10 Every shop needs a great worksurface. Tip & Tricks for Precise Dadoes _ 8 Learn the key details for routing accurate dadoes at your router table. Top-Notch Workbench _ 34 Looking for an easy-to-build, all-purpose workbench? This one goes together quickly, yet it’s sturdy enough for any shop task.ĭepartments Readers’ Tips _ Planer Sled_ 20 This simple sled makes it easy to flatten the wide face of a twisted or warped board using a thickness planer.ĭust Collector Station _ 24 Paired with a mini-cyclone, this system turns your shop vacuum into a super dust collector. Must-have features include adjustable stops, enhanced workpiece support, and built-in storage. Pocket Hole Jig Workstation _ 14 Make your pocket hole jig work harder with this portable workstation. Clear The Air Great Dust Collection Options

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