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Woodworking Must Haves and Would Like to Have
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items Here are some great basic tools to get you started on just about any project you have in mind.
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Basic Tools to Build Stuff
Nice To Have Tools
Basic Tools to Build Stuff
A decent compound miter saw will make quick work of any woodworking projects you might have.
DEWALT 10-in 15-Amp Single Bevel Compound Corded Miter Saw Lowes.com
A cordless drill/driver will help you not only drive screws into wood, but it will also allow you to make pilot holes to keep your wood from splitting.
DEWALT 20-volt Max 1/2-in Keyless Brushless Cordless Drill (1-Battery, Charger and Soft Bag included)
If you're anything like me, you despise sanding. But--it is an essential step for every woodworking project. A good orbital sander will save your arm from aching!
DEWALT XR 20 Volts Brushless Variable Random Orbital Cordless Sander with Dust Management (Battery Included) Lowes.com
A speed square will help you mark accurate measurements for cuts as well as help you keep things square.
Swanson Tool Company Bulk Square W/Black Markings Lowes.com
Absolutely essential for every woodworking project. You could get away with a yard stock, but a tape measure can measure longer distances and is less cumbersome.
CRAFTSMAN HI-VIS 25-ft Tape Measure Lowes.com
To start, a basic work surface will save your back! And you can build yourself a great workbench that will work best for your setup later.
BLACK+DECKER 24-in L x 30.125-in H Black/Orange/Wood Portable Work Bench Lowes.com
Nice To Have Tools
Say what you want about pocket holes, but they are so great to help build confidence as a beginner. I believe they make daunting projects obtainable.
Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig 720PRO Plus - Premium, Advanced Jig for Rock-Solid Pocket-Hole Joints, Automaxx Clamping, GripMaxx Anti-Slip Lowes.com
If you're going to be building by yourself, clamps will make things a lot easier.
IRWIN 4-Pack QUICK-GRIP Clamp Lowes.com
I love my GlüBot SO much. Saves your hands from having to hurt your hand squeezing the wood glue bottle.
Wood Glue Dispenser, 16 Oz Btl, Drip less