Scheduled downtime on July 27th

This Saturday (July 27th) we’ll be performing a short maintenance. The maintenance window will open at 12pm PDT (GMT -7) and close at 3pm. During this time, downtime is expected to be less than 5 minutes as the server is rebooted to apply updates. No action is required on your part. This is simply a … Read more

West Penn Hardwoods

PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY HARDWOOD SINCE 1995 West Penn Hardwoods, Inc. was started back in 1995, by Rocky and Kim Mehta as a retail specialty lumber business where anyone could come in and buy small or large quantities of American hardwoods at fair prices. In the beginning we offered only the standard domestics like red oak, white … Read more

A milling machine

By Alan Young I retired from the University of Michigan in Spring of 2021. I spent over 20 years running a small machine shop with a drill press, lathe, Bandsaw, and 49″ Bridgeport Milling Machine This past winter the entire shop was shut down but a friend from work had me come back to “Say … Read more

Review: Designs by Donnie Woodworking

The YouTube channel “Designs by Donnie” focuses on woodworking and DIY projects. The channel features a variety of content including tutorials, project showcases, and tips for woodworking enthusiasts. Donnie, the creator, often shares detailed instructions and insights into his creative process, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced woodworkers. The videos are … Read more

Review: Craftisian

Craftisian Overview Craftisian is a website dedicated to woodworking projects and reviews. Here are some key points about the site: In summary, Craftisian is the new iteration of the former LumberJocks woodworking community, offering a modernized platform for woodworkers to share projects, reviews, and knowledge. While the transition faced some initial resistance, the site appears … Read more

A fresh new look

WoodCentral.com gets a major upgrade WoodCentral.com, one of the leading online communities for woodworkers, has just undergone a massive overhaul. The website now boasts a sleek, modern design that is fully responsive across all devices – from desktops to tablets and smartphones. One of the standout features of the new WoodCentral.com is its perfect PageRank … Read more

Review: Shopsmith Forums

The Shopsmith forums are an active online community for Shopsmith tool owners and woodworkers. The forums cover various topics related to Shopsmith tools, woodworking projects, tool maintenance, and more. Key Points In summary, the Shopsmith forums offer an active community for owners to learn about and discuss these unique multi-function woodworking tools, with insights into … Read more

Review: The Patriot Woodworker

The Patriot Woodworker is an online community dedicated to woodworking and supporting American veterans. It is an all-volunteer organization that aims to create a respectful space for woodworkers while honoring and assisting disabled veterans. Some key points about The Patriot Woodworker: While the website primarily serves as an online forum, its unique mission of combining … Read more

Review: Lumberjocks

LumberJocks.com is a vibrant online community dedicated to woodworking enthusiasts and professionals. It serves as a comprehensive platform for sharing projects, seeking advice, and fostering a collaborative environment. Key features User experience The website’s user-friendly interface and intuitive navigation make it easy for members to explore and engage with the content. The project showcase section … Read more

Review: WoodCentral

WoodCentral is a comprehensive online community and resource hub for woodworkers of all skill levels. Here’s a review of its key features: Vibrant forums The heart of WoodCentral lies in its active and engaging forums[1][3]. With dedicated sections for various woodworking disciplines like general woodworking, hand tools, woodturning, and beginners, members can share tips, techniques, … Read more

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