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Must Have Tools For Beginner Woodworkers
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items Starting your woodworking journey doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This curated list of essential woodworking tools for beginners includes everything you need to build confidently, safely, and accurately—without wasting money on unnecessary gear
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Measuring
Saws
Joining
Drill
Sand
Workshop
Measuring
You will do so much measuring when wood working. Make sure you have top notch measuring tools.
Woodworking is a lot of math and measuring. A speed square helps you get a perfect right angle every time. This is a must you will always reach for it.
Empire 7 in. Magnum Aluminum Rafter Square 2990
A metal ruler is really helpful for most projects.
Empire 48 in. Aluminum Straight Edge Ruler 4004
If you are anything like me, buy 5 of these at least. You will always need it and never know where it is. Probably the most useful tool.
Stanley 25 ft. PowerLock Tape Measure 33-425D
Saws
So many saws, so little time. Here are all of the best ones.
I have had this miter saw for over 6 years now. Super beginner friendly and really useful to have for wood working or just if you own a house/property.
Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw, 15A
Circular saws can be intimidating but they are really handy. I like the Ryobi brand because it is affordable yet still really good quality for someone who isn't a professional.
RYOBI - Circular Saws
A jigsaw is super helpful to have for cuts that aren't just a straight line.
RYOBI - Jigsaws
Joining
Tools to join together wood, you have many options.
Clamps are an absolute must for wood working. These are really easy to use. Even one handed you can get these clamped down no problem.
DEWALT Trigger Clamp Set (6-Piece) DWHT83200D
Did you know wood glue is SUPER strong and can sturdily hold together wood without screws? This is a must have for a wood worker.
Wood Glue
Not a must have for all wood working. But when you have the right project this Ryobi brad nailer is cordless and easy to use.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V 18-Gauge Cordless AirStrike Brad Nailer (Tool Only) P321
Drill
Drills are such a handy tool to have not only for wood working. Here are all the essentials
I have a much older version of this drill and it's really held up. I use it for everything even putting together IKEA furniture.
RIDGID 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit
I have this drill bit set, I use it with my Rigid drill. Always have the size drill bit I need and in one place.
DEWALT Black and Gold Twist Drill Bit Set (15-Piece) DWA1195
Pocket holes are easy to learn and make your project look more professional. If you are up for it you should learn to make these, they are quite fun.
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig KPHJ320
These bits turn your drill into a high speed screwdriver. I know I've said this a lot on this list. But truly a must have.
DEWALT Steel Driving Bit Set (45-Piece) DW2166
Sand
Everything you'll need to get your project nice and smooth
Fantastic little sander-- I have used this sander for many many many hours and it's still chugging along perfectly.
ONE+ 18V Cordless 5 in. Random Orbit Sander (Tool Only)
This is a great value pack for your orbital sander. You will always have the correct grit on hand.
WORKPRO 80-Piece 5-Inch 8-Hole Sanding Discs
Workshop
Useful work shop accessories
You can probably live without these for a little bit, but they are life changing once you have them.
Stanley 31 in. H Plastic Folding Sawhorse (2 Pack) 060864R