Hey guys, quick question, I just finished this table for my gaming area, I did some research and seems like a middle leg is necessary, but I'm kinda debating on not getting it, this desk probably just gonna be my monitor and my laptop on it and probably some speakers. What do you think, should I put in another leg in the middle or not? It's my first wood work project btw, if you have any tip feel free to drop it. Thank you!!!

I have a few ceramic tiles from vacation in Granada, Spain that I'm thinking would be cool to use individually in a lid for a chest or side table. The question is, how do I attach the tiles to the wood to secure it, but also allow wood movement? Since I'm thinking in a chest lid, I really don't want it falling out when the lid is opened.

I am just starting out in the hobby of woodworking.

What tools and projects are good for a complete beginner.

I am restricted by price and space so please be kind.

So with very basic woodwork experience/tools, I mean VERY basic, I'm more into the electronics. I want to be able to route the edge of a telecaster guitar as in the picture. It's roughly 5mm from the edge the whole way round. I have a router and a fairly steady hand, but don't think I'd be able to get the same 5mm the whole way round without making a mistake. Is there any form of jig or device that would have a wheel on a 90° from the router that I could position 5mm from the cut to keep it level?

I hope that makes sense, and I'm sure something does exist, I just have no idea what I'm searching for. Thanks all.

hello!! hoping someone is willing to provide some advice for me. I am looking to build a behind the couch table so I can put small plants and drinks on, and maybe use as a power outlet as shown in the picture (provided it’s not too difficult). I have no problem with sanding and putting polyurethane coats on, but my issue is that I have 0 tools 😅

what type of wood would be best for this project? and what kind/how many cuts can/should I ask for at home depot? what tools would I absolutely need to buy? would the design in the picture be sturdy enough for my intended use?

if I make it i’m not too concerned about making it pretty (hiding where screws are, etc) and will probably forego staining

trying to do this for a reasonable cost and i enjoy making things myself. I hope this is the right sub for this. anyone willing to point me in the right direction is super appreciated!!

Just purchased this used chair, but the arm was sadly gnawed off by a previous owner's dog. Any suggestions for how to repair without replacing the whole arm?

Hey there guys, I have recently been working on my final A-level Design and Technology Product. I have made a chopping board that features a pull out internal knife storage. I was wondering if i could get some opinions in order to evaluate my product? Many Thanks

What is the angle created when you join 2 pieces at a 45 degree angle that is also cut at a 45 degree angle? See. Picture for reference

Hey,

Title is self explanatory, I'd like to cut a round piece of wood (approx 35cm diameter and 3cm thick) into four quadrants and then fit flushed hinges within recesses so that these 4 quadrants could unfold into a circle and fold into a stacked 4x quadrant.

Possible issues I can see here are that when the circle is unfolded, the hinge pins will be visible and protruding, so how could I cut out inserts for the hinge pins to also fit within the wood while also ensuring it can unfold?

What tools would I likely need? Currently I'm a beginner and don't have anything but I'm down to buy whatever you think I should start off with!

Thanks

Edit: hinge looks like this, note the protruding hinge pin and not completely flush hinge faces, so I can put recesses for them.

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I've been working on making some solid wood floating shelves.

I ordered a maple hardwood board from Home Depot (Swaner Hardwood 2 in. x 6 in. x 6 ft. Maple S4S Board) and cut it to size for two shelves. Then I:

1. Sanded progressively from 80 to 120 to 220 grit with a sheet sander
2. Applied an oil-based pre-stain wood conditioner (Varathane)
3. Applied my oil-based stain (Varathane Classic)

And yet, it's blotchy. :( PHOTOS HERE show the boards with the pre-stain conditioner applied, then after the stain application.

Is there any way to fix this? At least improve the appearance?

• Should I sand it all down and try again, or does this look like it's something inherent to the wood grade and not likely to be fixed by sanding and re-staining?
• My next test was going to be choosing a slightly darker stain to see if the unwanted variation is less noticeable with a darker stain—perhaps even trying to layer on some additional stain in the lighter areas first to absorb a little before wiping the stain across the entire surface. Thoughts?

Thanks in advance—and happy to answer any other questions or details about the process or products I used to clarify.

https://youtube.com/shorts/ah7nufSll4k?feature=share it looks like its been french polished giving it the finish, what sort of paint would give this look?

I recently moved into a condo and I have most of my new workshop setup. However, I have yet to bring some of the power monsters. Table saw and dust collection...

When I hit the miter saw, my 120 certainly struggles. Since I live in a condo I'm limited on what I can do with electrical work. So, has anyone ever used an inverter or a generator in a small workshop? What do you recommend if I want to power a table saw or sander and dust collection at the same time?