Woodworking Tools Guides, Tips and Tricks in 2026

Best Miter Saws for Accurate Cuts: 10 Models Tested for Precision - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Miter Saws for Accurate Cuts (January 2026) Tested

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After three months of testing 10 different miter saws in my shop, measuring cut accuracy with digital calipers, and running through over 500 linear feet of lumber, one thing became…

Best Sliding Compound Miter Saws - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Sliding Compound Miter Saws (January 2026) Tested

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After spending 15 years working with various miter saws in my workshop and on job sites, I’ve learned that the right sliding compound miter saw can make or break a…

Best Track Saw for Straight Cuts [cy]: 10 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Track Saw for Straight Cuts (January 2026) Tested

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I’ve spent countless hours breaking down sheet goods with various tools, and the track saw revolution stands as one of the most significant improvements in my woodworking journey. After struggling…

Best Scroll Saws for Intricate Cuts: 8 Models Tested for Precision - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Scroll Saws for Intricate Cuts (January 2026) Tested

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I remember the first time I tried cutting a detailed puzzle pattern with a jigsaw. The result was a jagged mess that looked nothing like the elegant design I had…

Best Jointers for Edge Straightening [cy]: 10 Models Tested & Compared - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Jointers for Edge Straightening (January 2026) Tested & Compared

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Warped, twisted, and bowed lumber can ruin even the simplest woodworking projects. I’ve spent countless hours trying to force crooked boards together, only to end up with gaps that no…

Best Benchtop Planers for Flat Boards: 10 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Benchtop Planers for Flat Boards (January 2026) Tested

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After spending 15 years dimensioning rough lumber in my shop, I’ve learned that flat boards aren’t a luxury—they’re the foundation of everything we build. Cupped, warped, or twisted stock will…

Best Wood Routers for Beginners [cy]: 10 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Wood Routers for Beginners (January 2026) Tested

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A wood router opens up possibilities that no other tool can match in your workshop. From creating elegant rounded edges on a table top to cutting perfect dado joints for…

Best Biscuit Joiners for Strong Joints [cy] - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Biscuit Joiners for Strong Joints (January 2026) Tested

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After testing biscuit joiners for over 15 years and building countless tabletops, cabinets, and face frames, I’ve learned that the right tool makes the difference between joints that hold forever…

Best Cordless Miter Saws [cy]: 10 Battery-Powered Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Cordless Miter Saws (January 2026) Tested

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Cordless miter saws have completely changed how I work on job sites. After spending 15 years tripping over extension cords and searching for outlets, the freedom of battery power is…

Best Plunge Routers for Detailed Work - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Plunge Routers for Detailed Work (January 2026) Tested

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I’ve spent countless hours in my workshop testing plunge routers for everything from delicate inlay work to heavy-duty template routing. After comparing 10 of the top models on the market…

Best Router Tables for Precision [cy]: Expert Reviews & Top Picks - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Router Tables for Precision (January 2026) Expert Reviews

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Precision routing transforms rough lumber into cabinetry that fits together perfectly. But achieving those thousandths-of-an-inch tolerances requires more than just skill – you need equipment that holds its alignment cut…

Best Doweling Jigs for Alignment [cy]: Expert Reviews & Top Picks - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Doweling Jigs for Alignment (January 2026) Tested

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After three months of testing doweling jigs in my workshop, I learned one thing: misaligned dowels ruin joints faster than anything else. I spent over $400 on different jigs, drilled…

Best Wood Lathes for Turning Projects [cy]: Expert Reviews - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Wood Lathes for Turning Projects (January 2026) Expert Reviews

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I’ve spent the last 15 years helping woodworkers choose their first lathe, and I’ve learned that the wrong choice can derail your woodworking journey before it really begins. A good…

Best Spindle Sanders for Curved Surfaces [cy]: Expert Reviews & Top Picks - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Spindle Sanders for Curved Surfaces (January 2026) Tested

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After spending three months testing eight different oscillating spindle sanders in my workshop, smoothing hundreds of curved edges on everything from oak cabinet doors to maple chair components, the WEN…

Best Bench Grinders for Sharpening [cy]: Expert Reviews & Top Picks - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Bench Grinders for Sharpening (January 2026) Complete Guide

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I spent 15 years in a professional woodworking shop where I learned firsthand that dull tools destroy your workpiece and your patience. A bench grinder for sharpening is a stationary…

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