Workshops: Expert advice for designing a great woodshop in any space

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Whether you’re a beginner setting up your first woodshop or an experienced craftsman optimizing an existing space, Workshops by the editors of Fine Woodworking offers invaluable guidance for creating a functional and efficient woodworking environment.

This comprehensive collection compiles the best advice from Fine Woodworking’s popular “Tools & Shops” articles over the last decade, offering real-world solutions for woodworkers of all levels.

Workshops is packed with clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrated examples to help you create a workshop tailored to your specific needs. From building a sturdy workbench to setting up a dust collection system, this guide has everything you need to create the woodshop of your dreams.

Key Features:

Comprehensive Shop Setup Advice: Learn how to choose the best location for your shop, whether in your garage, basement, or a dedicated outbuilding. You’ll also find expert advice on adding heating and cooling systems, ensuring year-round comfort. Storage and Organization Tips: Maximize your space with practical ideas for tool storage, workbenches, jigs, and fixtures. Learn how to keep your shop organized and clutter-free for more efficient woodworking. Safety and Comfort: Explore the essentials of shop safety, including dust collection systems and ergonomic workbench height recommendations to make your time in the shop safe and comfortable. Custom Solutions for Any Space: Whether you have a small corner of a garage or a spacious workshop, this book provides adaptable solutions to transform any space into a fully functional woodworking shop.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Taunton Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 14, 2019
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1641550635
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1641550635
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.63 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.75 x 11 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #241,927 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #22 in Hand Tools (Books) #114 in Carpentry #222 in Woodworking Projects (Books)
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