Home & Workshop Journal
Better information before you buy.

Workshop

Build a better workspace with our reviews, project ideas, and expert tips.

Featured Articles

View All Articles →
Original redwood shelving unit being repurposed into a DIY workshop workbench
WORKSHOP

DIY Workbench Build: Repurposing an Old Shelving Unit

Follow along as an older 2×6 redwood shelving unit gets a second life as a practical workshop workbench.

Read More →
 Compact, fixed-base and plunge wood routers with router bits and routed wood samples
WORKSHOP

Wood Routers Buying Guide

Compare compact, fixed-base and plunge routers, router tables, bit shanks, variable speed, power and the features that matter in real workshop use.

Read More →
 Cordless vs. Corded Drills
WORKSHOP

Cordless vs. Corded Drills

Battery vs. plug-in drills, features, prices, reviews and buying advice.

Read More →
Pocket hole jigs, screws and wood joints on a workshop bench
WORKSHOP

Pocket Hole Jig Buying Guide

Prices, features, owner-review themes, accessories and alternatives from compact jigs to bench systems.

Read More →
Table saws under $500 in a home woodworking workshop
WORKSHOP

Best Table Saw Under $500

Prices, features, rip capacity, stands, reviews and buying advice for table saws under $500.

Read More →
 Table Saw vs. Track Saw
WORKSHOP

Table Saw vs. Track Saw

Which is right for your workshop?

Read More →
 How to Cut Plywood Like a Pro
WORKSHOP

How to Cut Plywood Like a Pro

Get clean, accurate cuts every time.

Read More →
 Finish and plywood saw blades for clean table saw cuts
WORKSHOP

Best Table Saw Blade for Plywood

Tooth count, ATB geometry, blade setup and practical ways to reduce tear-out in plywood.

Read More →