Est. 1998 — 27 years of woodworking knowledge
peter arthur martin 
An overview of wood as a natural material, tracing its origins, its influence on human civilization, and its evolving role in today’s world—from ancient forests and early tools to sustainable construction and modern craft traditions.
For many woodworkers who grew up with contractor saws in the 1960s through the 1990s, the wobble dado was a familiar accessory. It was inexpensive, simple to set up, and widely sold in hardware stores. Thousands of cabinets, shelves, and shop projects were built using them. But as woodworking tools, safety standards, and expectations have … Read more
Getting started in woodworking doesn’t require a shop full of expensive equipment. A small, carefully chosen set of hand tools, measuring tools, and a few power tools can take a beginner surprisingly far. Core tools every beginner should have Measuring & marking Cutting Shaping & smoothing Drilling & fastening Clamping & assembly Nice early upgrades … Read more
Have you ever tried to explain something you know extremely well, only to discover that the other person looks completely lost? Maybe you skipped steps you didn’t realize were important. Maybe you used terms you didn’t think needed explaining. Or maybe you jumped straight to the “advanced” part because the basics felt too obvious. There’s … Read more
Over the years, our community has thrived because of the knowledge, passion, and generosity of its members. Lately, though, our posting activity has slowed down. Many great conversations simply aren’t happening—not because interest is gone, but because no one has stepped forward to spark them. We’d like to change that. We’re looking for a few … Read more
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We’re excited to launch the WoodCentral Marketplace, a dedicated classifieds section for all things woodworking! Whether you’re selling tools, lumber, or looking for that perfect piece of equipment, this is the place to connect with fellow woodworkers. But here’s the catch: it only works if you use it. Right now, it’s just getting started, but … Read more
As is the case with other contributers and has been described in several other reference articles, I’ve had this chart for more than 30 years, and I no longer have any idea from where I obtained it. I had it laminated onto a piece of 1⁄8″ Baltic birch plywood many years ago, and it sees regular use in my shop.
I have been using the following chart for years to figure blade angles for compound miters.
If you’re passionate about woodworking, you know the struggle of sifting through YouTube to find the latest videos from channels you trust. A static page with links to woodworking YouTube channels is helpful, but it’s like a phonebook in a digital age—it doesn’t keep up with the dynamic pace of new content or community preferences. … Read more
AI and modern computing power are pushing the need for longer, more complex passwords or passphrases—and here’s why: Why short passwords are now weak Why passphrases are stronger Recommendations Example comparison Password AI Crack Time (approx.) abc123 Instant P@ssw0rd Few seconds G7#kLz8* Minutes to hours CrabTruck7CoffeeMug Years to centuries Bottom line The best defense today … Read more
James Krenov (1920–2009) was a highly influential woodworker and studio furniture maker of the 20th century. Born in Russia, he later moved and became renowned for his craftsmanship and philosophy in woodworking. Krenov’s work is celebrated for its elegant use of line, proportion, detail, and material, combining a deeply personal vision with uncompromising craftsmanship Krenov’s … Read more
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