The short answer is: that depends on where you buy your wood.
Category: Tools I love
Spring Tool for Pesky Nails ;0)
If you're like me, putting in baseboards is one of those things that you think is going to be easy...then isn't quite that way when you try it.
Update on Molding Sander for Shopsmith
After using the molding sander for my Shopsmith a few times, I realized it needed a little tweaking. Part I here and Part II are here with my first attempt.
Cordless Circular Saw
I really like my cordless circular saw. Having it makes cutting sheets of plywood so much less intimidating by yourself. This is a great "girl" and teen tool. I've used corded circular saws, and they're ok. But heavy. While this has plenty of power to get through your job, it't never going to feel like… Continue reading Cordless Circular Saw
Makita Sander
Once upon a time I bought a Black and Decker sander because it had more accessories than the other more expensive sanders at the store. It died partway through a set of baseboards I was sanding. For some reason instead of buying a new sander, I finished the baseboards by hand, good for the arms… Continue reading Makita Sander
Straight-Line Jig
For those of us without a jointer, getting one good edge on rough lumber can be accomplished fairly easily on your table saw.
Incra Router Lift
I probably used a router table for the first time when I was about 14. It was a sheet metal stand from Craftsman my grandpa had mounted his router to. It didn't have a fence, we just clamped a piece of 1x2 to it and hoped everything stayed in place while we worked. He was… Continue reading Incra Router Lift
Block Planes
There are those master woodworkers who believe that the only time you should use a block plane is if you are reaching one handed standing on a ladder.
Cleaning Old Tools for Shop Use
Buying new good tools can be expensive...buying tools off eBay often means they need a little TLC before their ready to use in the shop.
Push Stick pattern for Table Saw
Free push stick for table saws pattern download.
Girl with a Hand Plane 