Using a lathe to create bowls, pens, chess pieces or other decorative ornaments from a block of raw wood can be an extremely enjoyable and satisfying process, and the feeling of achievement and accomplishment it gives you can be hard to beat. Although becoming a truly outstanding woodturner can take many years of practice, the … Read more
If you have just bought your first wood lathe or are about to buy one, you will be keen to get started with all number of creative turning projects. However, when you are starting out, you need to learn the craft, and to do this, you need to begin with some simple projects and work … Read more
Wood lathes can be a lot of fun to use, and creating your own pens, chess pieces, wooden ornaments or homemade bowls can give you a sense of great pride and achievement. The problem is, with the price of even many entry-level lathes being so high, it can be an expensive hobby to take up. … Read more
The tool rest is a vital component of any wood lathe, and working without one properly adapted to your needs will reduce your ability to produce the kind of stunning work you aspire to. If you are in the market for a new rest but don’t know which one to buy, here are our top picks … Read more
If you use a chainsaw, you will know that it is important to always keep the chain and bar well lubricated. This minimizes friction as the chain turns, and if you don’t keep the chainsaw lubricated, increased friction will cause a dangerous build-up of heat that can damage the tool. All chainsaws come with a … Read more
There are many brands of chainsaw on the market, but if you want the very best, there are arguably only two real choices: Stihl or Husqvarna. Each of these brands has its own long history, and both have their fans and detractors. Here, we look at both sides of the argument and weigh up the … Read more
Chainsaws are highly effective tools for cutting trees, pruning branches and much more – but for them to work at their best, you need to have all the correct components. More than this, if you use the wrong bar or an ill-fitting chain, it could even be dangerous to use your chainsaw. You should be … Read more
Chainsaws are highly versatile tools that allow you to fell trees, prune branches, cut up firewood and even clean up after a serious storm. Many people enjoy using chainsaws, and some people take great pride in owning several models of varying sizes. However, if you are a chainsaw rookie and you are considering buying one … Read more
For those more unfamiliar with chainsaws, one chain might seem like any other. However, there are many different types designed for different uses, and every chainsaw requires a chain that is compatible. Here we look at some of the most common chainsaw chain types to give you an idea of which is most suitable for … Read more
Chainsaws are extremely useful tools, and a lot of people even take great pleasure in using them. However, gas-powered chainsaws are not always easy to start, and you need to know what you are doing if you want to fire one up. Here, we give you a basic step-by-step guide on how to start a … Read more