WHY THE WORLD HATES AMERICAN TABLE SAWS
The debate between long and short table saw fences comes down to a trade-off between control and kickback prevention—both sides have valid points. Understanding when to use each approach can improve both safety and accuracy, making a flexible setup the real winner.
STOP BURNING WOOD WITH A TABLE SAW
Learn what causes scorch and burn marks when cutting wood on a table saw and how to prevent them. Discover how blade cleanliness, sharpness, feed rate, alignment, and wood choice affect burning.
HOW TO CUT ACUTE BEVELS ON THE TABLE SAW
Learn how to cut acute bevel angles, such as 30 degrees, on a table saw using simple math and a safe support technique—no specialty jigs required.
REMOVING TABLE SAW RUST SAFELY
Learn how to clean and maintain a cast-iron table saw top without damaging it. This guide covers rust removal, safe cleaning methods, and proper waxing to prevent future corrosion and improve performance.
THIS SHOULD END THE SAW BLADE HEIGHT DEBATE
What is the best table saw blade height? Learn how blade height affects safety, kickback, tear-out, heat, and cut quality—and why rigid rules don’t work in real-world woodworking.
FAST AND EASY DRAWERS: THE HALF-HALF-HALF METHOD
Build strong, precise drawers fast with the half-half-half method. One table saw setup cuts all joints—no dovetails or complex setups needed.
HOW LOCK MITERS CAN MAKE PROJECTS CHEAPER AND BETTER
Learn how to build thick, solid-looking furniture legs from thinner stock using lock-miter joints. This guide covers grain control, safer cutting techniques, and precise assembly for professional-quality results.
ROUGH SAWN BOARDS AND THE TABLE SAW
Cutting rough or warped boards on a table saw is risky due to bows, twists, cups, and crooks that can cause kickback or binding. This guide explains the dangers and offers safer alternatives, including band saws, hand planes, jigs, and proper use of splitters or riving knives.
JOINERY LESSONS FROM THE DOUBLE BRIDLE JOINT
The double bridle joint is a great way to practice precise, repeatable joinery on the table saw, and it teaches you how to sneak up on a perfect fit instead of relying solely on pencil lines. With a simple tenon jig and the right blade, you can create a strong, attractive joint that’s customizable and clean.