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A common requirement in woodworking is to join two pieces of wood together at right angles as shown on the right. A common requirement. The traditional way of doing this...

Here’s a great way to add much-needed storage without taking up any extra space. This solid core door has been fitted with a shelf unit. This is a great idea...

With spring in full swing, it’s time to get back to outdoor living. Here are a few ways that you can update your deck to create a perfect place to...

Butcher blocks have traditionally been made from pieces of maple or a similar hardwood bonded together to form a solid slab and have have become popular in modern kitchen designs....

Timber and wood full of holes? The name may cause some confusion, especially since it isn’t a worm at all but rather grubs of the Common Furniture Beetle [Anobium punctatum]....

If you’re planning to host a dinner party or entertain friends, don’t let a damaged wood table put a damper on the decor. The minor nicks, scuffs and hairline scratches...

Many DIY enthusiasts often confuse the terms laminate and veneer. Veneers consists of thin section of various wood types, whereas laminate is the application of papers or plastics to the...

Butcher blocks have traditionally been made from pieces of maple or a similar hardwood bonded together to form a solid slab and have have become popular in modern kitchen designs....

Cutting plywood, or any other large sheet material like MDF, with a circular saw can be tricky. The sheet is heavy and can be hard to handle. But with a...

Shelving is great for many things – housing books, displaying decorative items, providing extra storage, and more. By choosing the right materials, and with the help of your Kreg tools,...

An authentic-looking, time-worn finish is very popular these days. Even better yet, this finishing technique is easy and very forgiving. Read on to learn how you can give your projects...

Whether it’s on social media or through our customer service department, we get lots of inquiries on Kreg Joinery™ best practices. Read on for five handy tips that will help...

This time of year, outdoor projects are the name of the game. Whether you’re building garden structures, fences, furniture, or outdoor decor, don’t forget one important factor: The type of...

Outdoor projects and the harsh elements of Mother Nature have never gotten along. Luckily, there are ways to smooth this relationship. The best defense is to choose a trusty outdoor...

What is Grit? Grits explained by Tork Craft When talking about sandpaper “grit” is a reference to the number of abrasive particles per inch of sandpaper. The lower the grit...

Prepping for a new project is always exciting. One of the best parts is picking out the boards you will use, and it’s easy to rush through this important step....

Adding a decorative edge profile is a great way to dress up a project and take it to the next level, and it’s something you can easily do using a...

Pine remains one of the most popular woods for building projects. Pine is readily available, sold in a variety of sizes, and is relatively easy to work with. Pine does...

Find the best finish for just about any project using these simple techniques. When it comes to deciding what type of finish to apply to a project, choosing the right one...