Review: Woodwork Forums

While Woodwork Forums (https://www.woodworkforums.com/) offers a wealth of information and an engaged community for woodworking enthusiasts, it is not without its flaws. Interface and user experience One of the major drawbacks of Woodwork Forums is its cluttered and outdated interface. The design feels cramped, with too many elements vying for attention on the screen. This … Read more

Review: Fine Woodworking

Fine Woodworking is a renowned online platform dedicated to providing comprehensive resources and expert guidance for woodworkers of all skill levels. As an extension of the popular Fine Woodworking magazine, the website offers a wealth of content, including articles, videos, project plans, and a vibrant community forum. Extensive content library One of the standout features … Read more

New features

Free website hosting for members In a groundbreaking move, we are introducing free website hosting for our members through our multi-site WordPress installation. This innovative offering relieves you of the hassle and expense of securing hosting, configuring WordPress, and managing the technical aspects of running your own website. No other woodworking site provides this level … Read more

Review: Popular Woodworking

Popularwoodworking.com is a comprehensive online resource for woodworkers of all skill levels, offering a wealth of information, projects, and tool reviews. The website is an extension of the popular woodworking magazine, providing a user-friendly platform for woodworking enthusiasts to explore and expand their knowledge. Content and features One of the standout features of popularwoodworking.com is … Read more

Woodworking blogs still going strong in 2024

The world of woodworking blogs is ever-evolving, with some blogs fading away while new ones emerge. However, several well-established woodworking blogs have stood the test of time and continue to provide valuable content for woodworkers of all skill levels. One such blog is Popular Woodworking, which has been a trusted source for woodworking enthusiasts since … Read more

Woodworking subreddits

There are several popular woodworking subreddits mentioned in the search results: Some other woodworking subreddits that were recommended include: The r/woodworking subreddit seems to be the most comprehensive and active community for all things related to woodworking according to the comments[1][2]. It covers topics like furniture making, power tools, hand tools, techniques, and project sharing. … Read more

World’s biggest 3D printer builds (almost) anything from wood

The US Government is investing millions into developing supersized 3D printers to build the next generation of infrastructure—for national security and use in affordable housing, bridge construction, ocean and wind technology, and maritime vessel fabrication. These printers now use “wood dust”—sourced from the US’s most abundant forests—to manufacture greener and more cost-effective building materials. Read … Read more

Wall of Fame

We greatly appreciate the support of our financial contributors, whose generosity helps sustain our website. We’ve compiled a ‘Wall of Fame‘ list to recognize and thank those who have contributed. However, we want to ensure that our list is accurate and respectful of everyone’s wishes. If you’ve ever made a financial contribution and would like … Read more

What is WoodCentral?

It is not just about wood, but about the people who shape it, and the stories they share along the way. The Digital Sanctuary for Woodworking Artisans In the vast expanse of the online world, there exists a tranquil oasis, a virtual sanctuary where the aroma of freshly hewn timber and the rhythmic cadence of … Read more

Best new spokeshave?

by Derek Cohen I doubt that anyone here has used – over time – enough different “new” chisels to comment which is best. Some, however, may comment about one they like or their own preference. I use spokeshaves a fair amount, and can comment on my favourites. Spokeshaves are either bevel down or bevel up … Read more

Finishing secrets

by Russ Fairfield “What is the finish?” This is the question most often asked when a woodturner looks at another’s work. Everyone wants to know about “finishing”, and a discussion on finishing is more popular than any other single subject for a demonstration. Yet, finishing is given the least attention in published articles, videos, or … Read more

Mosquito season

Tales from Grandpa Augustus by Forrest Addy I sure hope you fellows aren’t suffering as bad as we in the Pacific Northwest. I hate this dang ol’ hot weather. It’s been above 70° for several days now and that goofy bright thing in the sky is scaring away the clouds. Looks like I might have … Read more

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