Tools - Canadian Woodworking

Know Your Tools

Our tool primers tell you what you need to know about basic woodworking tools and accessories. View all

Power feeders

Mitre saws

Laser distance measure

Hammer drill

Circular saw

Product Reviews

Our product reviews are written by independent, experienced woodworkers. View all

BOREAL21 folding handsaw

Wagner FURNO 550 18V cordless heat gun – a versatile tool for shop or home

Work IQ Vise – the ultimate articulating and rotating woodworkers vise

Bosch 18V PROFACTOR blower

Targhee IV waterproof hiking boot

Benchtop Machinery

Benchtop and stationary machinery help you make better use of your shop time. View all

Mitre Saws – 5 popular models reviewed

Desktop CNC machines

Introduction to CNC machines

How to Use a Benchtop Hollow Chisel Mortiser

Benchtop sanding machines

Accessories

Accessories help to make shop time more efficient. View all

Work-holding devices for multifunction tables

Tooling for the bench top lathe

Bora 100″ NGX Clamp Edge Saw Guide, NGX Pro Saw Plate

Straight Router Bits – A Primer

What Are Router Lifts All About?

Power Tools

Powered hand tools help to enhance your productivity. View all

5 Impact kits for under $200

7 Considerations When Buying a Reciprocating Saw

Hand Powered Sanding

Pneumatic Pinners, Nailers and Staplers

Air out your shop

Hand Tools

Hand tools that are basic to woodworking. View all

Choose the right knife for the job

Old tools made new

Lynx concave and convex scraper sets

Bessey EZS one hand clamp

Half-round cabinet rasps

Tool projects you can try

Free plans by our contributors. View all

Make some push blocks

Make a dovetail guide

The humble hammer

Make a wood hand plane in an afternoon

Make a Scratch Stock