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Stop Block for Perfect Cuts

Easy, Accurate Shop-Built Add-On

Table Saw

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Maintaining a Cast Iron Table Saw Top

My table saw sees a lot of use, and the cast iron top can start to sh…

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The Perfect Companion to Your Table Saw

Providing a home for blades, inserts, and more, this cabinet is the p…

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PVC Outfeed Support

Making long rips at the Table Saw is smooth sailing with this Shop-Ma…

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Make Your Own Deluxe Zero-Clearance Insert Plates

Replacing the insert in your table saw is one of the easiest ways to …

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CUTTING PLASTIC LAMINATE SAFELY AT THE TABLE SAW

Here is a quick tip for easily breaking down plastic laminate at the …

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Table Saw Crosscut Sled Building Basics

A critical part of woodworking is making clean, square crosscuts. Thi…

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Better Saw Blade Storage

This plywood case keeps your saw blades organized and safe.

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CUT PERFECT TENONS WITH THIS TABLE SAW JIG!

Cutting precise tenons with perfectly smooth cheeks is a snap with th…

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PVC Outfeed Roller

An all-purpose shop cart works as a trusty sidekick. Here's a way to …

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Build a Precision Crosscut Sled

This table saw sled has a versatile fence and expanding base that all…

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Shop-Made Table Saw Flip Stop

While the table saw can be one of the most reliable crosscutters in t…

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THE ULTIMATE ADJUSTABLE TABLE SAW BOX JOINT JIG!

Perfect box joints every time? With this fully adjustable table saw j…

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Table Saw Tune-Up Tips

Like most things with moving parts, a table saw requires periodic mai…

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Maybe the Best Table Saw Crosscut Sled Ever?

This table saw sled has a versatile fence and expanding base that all…

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Shop-Built Miter Saw Zero Clearance Insert

Upgrade your miter saw with this custom-made zero clearance insert th…

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The Ultimate Adjustable Table Saw Box Joint Jig!

Perfect box joints every time? With this fully adjustable table saw j…

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Build Stacking Sawhorses from A Single Sheet of P…

A simple system of interlocking tabs and notches makes this set of st…

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Build a Precision Crosscut Sled

This table saw sled has a versatile fence and expanding base that all…

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Make Your Own Deluxe Zero-Clearance Insert Plates

Replacing the insert in your table saw is one of the easiest ways to …

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Woodworking Tip: Adjustable Outfeed Support

Ripping long stock at the table saw is easier to do when you have out…

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Table Saw Tune-Up Tips

Like most things with moving parts, a table saw requires periodic mai…

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Making a Box-Jointed Tool Tray

Recently on the Woodsmith Shop, we built a classic toolbox. It featur…

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Cut Perfect Tenons with this Table Saw Jig!

Cutting precise tenons with perfectly smooth cheeks is a snap with th…

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Maintaining a Cast Iron Table Saw Top

My table saw sees a lot of use, and the cast iron top can start to sh…

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Easy-To-Build Table Saw Taper Jig

Cutting tapers at the table saw usually involves making a quick, one-…

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Building a Curved-Handle Serving Tray

Whether you use this tray to decorate your table or serve your guests…

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Build a Cedar Planter Box with Construction Lumbe…

This planter box will really show off the potted plants on your patio…

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My Favorite Shop-Made Push Block!

A push block doesn't have to be a scrap piece, thrown away after one …

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Build a Simple but Elegant Garden Bench

Whether in a favorite corner of the garden or under a big shade tree,…

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A Table Saw Sled for Picture Perfect Miters

If you’ve ever been frustrated trying to cut gap-free miter joints …

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Scissor Jack Outfeed Support

Your planer, table saw, band saw, router table and other tools can al…

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Turning on the Table Saw

Faced with creating round wood pins, Designer Dillon Baker crafted a …

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All-In-One Table Saw Workstation

Project Designer, John Doyle, wanted to create a small shop workhorse…

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Table Saw Crosscut Sled Finger Joint Jig

A crosscut sled makes cutting so much easier and more accurate that m…

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Easy Arts & Crafts Details at the Table Saw

You can use your table saw to create distinctive Arts & Crafts detail…

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Easy-To-Build Crosscut Sled

You may think that a crosscut sled is needed only for cutting wide pa…

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Table Saw Blade Cover

Whether you're changing a table saw blade or setting it aside in stor…

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Tiny Table Saw Taper Sled

Cutting small parts at the table saw always adds a bit of a challenge…

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Cutting Board Table Saw Runners

If you have an old plastic cutting board that is ready to be retired,…

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Dowel Tenon and Groover

Use this simple jig to easily groove and tenon a dowel at the table s…

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Finding the Switch

In an emergency, you need to shut off your table saw quickly. That me…

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Easy Dado Setup

Setting up a box joint jig can often involve a lot of test cuts until…

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Drawer Slide Outrigger

It can be tough to support a long part while making cuts at the table…

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Saw Blade Bath

A clean table saw blade cuts better, and stays sharp longer. The prob…

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Improving a Push Block

A push block is a must for safe accurate rip cuts at the table saw. T…

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Box Joint Jig Helper

One of the challenges in cutting box joints at the table saw is seein…

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Table Saw Blade Guard

Glued up panels are used in many woodworking projects. Bryan and Phil…

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Push Block Holder

A good push block is a must-have accessory for making safe, accurate …

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Table Saw Tape Shim

Knowing how to fine-tune a cut at the table saw is a necessary skill …

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Table Saw Blade Caddy

Check out this handy way to move saw blades around the shop without r…

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Outfeed Roller Support Brace

Outfeed rollers provide great support but aren’t always that s…

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Dado Blade Setup Jig

An accurate dado blade setup is critical for creating a tight joint. …

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Installing a Zero-Clearance Insert

A new insert for your table saw doesn't have a blade slot. Here's a s…

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Top-Notch Table Saw Cuts

Choosing the right blade is one part of making smooth table saw cuts.…

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Simple Table Saw Joinery

Box joints look great and have loads of strength. What's nice is that…

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Customize an Insert

A shop-made zero-clearance insert can dramaitcally improve the result…

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Make a Zero-Clearance Insert

Upgrade your table saw without spending a lot of money. Make an inser…

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Rip Fence Upgrade

The rip fence on your table saw comes in handy for more than just cut…

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Hassle-Free Thin Strips

This unique push block makes cuts safe, easy, accurate.

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Master the Miter

Here's a table saw add-on for making accurate miter cuts.

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Dado Blade Caddy

Build this tray for keeping your dado blade handy.

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Cutting Perfect Parts

Learn this table saw trick for smooth cuts.

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Craftsman Details in Half the Time

A simple table saw trick for making mortises.

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Stop Block for Perfect Cuts

Easy, Accurate Shop-Built Add-On

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Leveling a Table Saw Insert

Here's a hassle-free trick for a flush insert

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Cut Small Parts Safely

Get more from a featherboard

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Quick and Easy Tenons on the Table Saw

Cut perfect tenons with a simple technique

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Two Tips for Perfect Miters

Set up your table saw for perfect cuts

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Quick & Easy Plywood Cases

Simple, Sturdy Joinery Makes Construction a Snap

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Cut Perfect Grooves

Table Saw Tips for Better Joinery

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Workshop Reminders

A handy way to keep track of your project

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Using Angle Blocks

Set Your Saw For Accurate Angled Cuts

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Using a Tenoning Sled

Perfect Tenons In Less Time

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Tough Cuts Made Easy

A quick & easy way to square up panels

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Building a Push Block

Build this adjustable push block for safe, accurate cuts

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Quick & Easy Tune-Up

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Must-Have Table Saw Add-On

This rip fence accessory makes it easy to cut rabbets and other joint…

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Resawing Wider Boards on the Table Saw

Wider boards need a variation of the usual table saw resawing techniq…

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Ripping Techniques on the Table Saw

Tips for getting a safe, accurate and clean cut when ripping a board …

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How to Cut Accurate Miters on the Table Saw

The trick is to cut all the pieces to the exact same length.

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Is Your Saw Blade 90 Degrees to the Table Saw Top…

This easy technique guarantees your blade is 90 degrees to the saw ta…

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Cutting Multiple Small Pieces (or just one) on th…

Using a stand-off block adds safety and accuracy when cutting small p…

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Don's Table Saw Start-Up Checklist

Here are five tips for table saw accuracy and safety.

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Hassle-Free Thin Strips

This unique push block makes cuts safe, easy, accurate.

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Dust-Free Routing

This easy-to-make hood captures dust right at the source.

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Cordless Tool Station

Keep your tool chargers close at hand with this rack.

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Maintaining a Cast Iron Table Saw Top

My table saw sees a lot of use, and the cast iron top can start to sh…

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Simple Miter Saw Holddown

The miter saw is great for cutting down larger pieces of wood, but it…

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Building a Wall-Mounted Utility Shelf

This shelf isn't meant to hold every tool you own. But it's perfect f…