John Patterson

If you are thinking that using a saw is the be-all and end-all of woodcutting, think again. Say ‘Hi’ to 9 more tools that you can use to cut tools in different shapes. In this particular guide, I will tell you how to cut wood without a saw using different wood cutting tools. After describing … Read more

For a dedicated woodworker, having a decent selection of tools is a must. Drawknives and spokeshaves have so many things in common that this makes it challenging to choose which one between the two is ideal for your projects. If you are like most woodworkers, you will use the two tools interchangeably. Still, is the … Read more

We can all agree that logger’s tasks are impossible to perform if you lack the right tools. During a logging project, a lot of lifting, hauling, and moving takes place; and having a peavey or a cant hook can make your work much more comfortable. For the dedicated woodworker, choosing between these tools can be … Read more

If you are doing a home improvement project, the chances are that you have to deal with some sheet metal somewhere. This is a material commonly used in the construction of the roof flashing, gutters, and ducts. Well, cutting this material can be a hurdle if you lack the right tools. This is where the … Read more

Wanna know the difference between the dead blow hammer and the rubber mallet? Well, you have come to the right place! Because we are gonna help you distinguish between them.  I am fully aware that it’s easy to get confused while choosing between the two.  Because they are similar in many ways, and they are … Read more

Which one to choose between a mallet and a hammer? They are not the same, mind you. Most people have a misconception thinking both can be used for the same purpose, but that is not always the case. Using a hammer to push a set of tiles down on your new floor can be disastrous, … Read more

Wood is part of a vast industry of construction. We can do almost all woodworking at home if we have the right tools. Carrying and transferring rounds, logs and splits are as much a part of woodworking is the cutting and shaping of the wood. If you want to start wood craftsmanship, then you have … Read more