These are some of the things I find to be essential in my workshop.
The Kreg jig really changed how I work. It makes projects easier and cleaner. I can build furniture and do repairs I couldn't do before. Great for building your own custom cabinets, shelves, even furniture.
520PRO Pocket-Hole Jig
These are the screws you need for ¾ inch plywoods with the kreg jig.
#8 x 1-1/4 in. Internal Square Drive Round Head Zinc Coarse Pocket-Hole Screw (250-Pack)
These screws are for 2X exterior boards with the Kreg Jig.
#8 x 2-1/2 in. Square Drive Round Head Blue Kote Coarse Pocket-Hole Screw (125-Pack)
The screws are for 2X interior boards with the Kreg Jig
2-1/2 in. Coarse Zinc-Plated Steel Square-Head Pocket Screw (50-Pack)
Very good saw guide to break down large plywood if you don't have a table saw or large shop. Fix a circular saw to it and you can make cuts like a tablesaw.
24 in. Rip-Cut Aluminum Circular Saw Guide
For bigger jobs. Ideal for framing and driving larger nails.
22 oz. Milled Face Framing Hammer
Ideal for moving things together without destroying their finish
16 oz. White Rubber Mallet
handy for quick layouts and as a saw guide. Can measure most angles and well as quick reference for 90 and 45 degree.
7 in. Magnum Aluminum Rafter Square
suited for repetitive measurements and accurate layouts. Set the movable angle and you have your guide.
12 in. Combination Square
Blast your tunes for long sanding sessions or yardwork. You'll forget you have them on sometimes. Blocks out harmful noises and sounds pretty good.
WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Technology
Good to have around. They sharpen easily and don't cost a lot.
Wood Chisel Set (3-Piece)
Shop essential. Ideal for rough lumber and plywoods.
Carpenter Pencils with Original Sharpener (10-Pack)
Shop essential. Good for layouts and marking on clean lumber and smooth plywood.
Round Pencils with Pro-Sharp Sharpener (15-Pack)
Sometimes you want to write on a smooth surface or metals. This will do that.
INKZALL Black Fine Point Jobsite Permanent Marker
Really good for most jobs. Ideal for outdoor projects.
III 16 oz. Ultimate Wood Glue
Not for full sheets of plywood, but for making accurate and repetitive cuts. I'll break down sheets with the Kreg saw guide and then finish up with this.
15 Amp Corded 10 in. Job Site Table Saw with Rolling Stand
You can do a lot with this. If you don't have a workshop or don't want to spend money on power tools, this will work. Since it's a handsaw, it won't kick up sawdust, so you can use this indoors. Great for trim work.
Stanley 14.5 in. Deluxe Clamping Miter Box with 14 in. Saw 20-600D
Good and affordable wood glue. Makes a very strong connection. Not recommended for outdoor projects.
