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 Fix & Prevent Tear Out: Scrapers & High Angle Planes
Workshop Tips, Hand Tools Dylan van Graan Workshop Tips, Hand Tools Dylan van Graan

Fix & Prevent Tear Out: Scrapers & High Angle Planes

Tear out is a common and frustrating issue that many woodworkers encounter, but the good news is that it can be both prevented and effectively fixed. Among the various methods available, scraping or utilising a high-angle hand plane are two of my absolute favourite techniques. In this informative article, I'll take the time to explain in detail how these effective woodworking techniques work to successfully solve and manage tear-out problems.

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What Makes The Rider Sharpening Station great?
Product Review, Sharpening Dylan van Graan Product Review, Sharpening Dylan van Graan

What Makes The Rider Sharpening Station great?

If you’ve ever felt as if hand sharpening your own tools were beyond your current capabilities, or if you’ve long outgrown your “scary sharp” kit, then the Rider Sharpening Station from the team at Axminster Tools might just be the perfect solution you’ve been eagerly waiting for. In this post, I will share my longterm review of the system, and I will provide my in-depth thoughts on why it just may fit the bill for your woodworking needs.

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3 Ways To Keep Boards Under Control During Laminations
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3 Ways To Keep Boards Under Control During Laminations

One of THE most frustrating things that can happen when face laminating wooden boards is when they start slipping around due to the “lubrication” effect caused by the glue and it most often happens just as you apply pressure to the clamps! Been there? Glue is a surprisingly good lubricant before it tacks up and in this article I detail my 3 favourite ways of getting the boards to stay put during the lamination process. Read on to see if I include clamping cauls in the list…..

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