I regret purchasing the belt sanding sharpening system where you need an adjustable speed to control the cut. I also regret buying the Rockler dust hose and connectors as they don't seem to work on the shop vac or the tools. As well as, I have collected tools that I don't use. I have a pantograph for a router. A 1980s router sign set up. Two tenon jigs from delta. A pulley system for an old delta saw.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
@@donwight5806 I’ve thought about purchasing a similar sharpening system a few times myself! So far I’ve talked myself out of it! I do have the Rockler Dust Right hose and connecters. I like it so far since it seems to fit most of my tools, but I’ve learned to have very low expectations on any dust collection connectors. So many times I’ve bought a connector or adapter that doesn’t fit anything!
@RDurantWorkshop11 ай бұрын
My true biggest purchase regrets were the Grizzly machines I purchased. I wish I had waited and just purchased the Harvey 14 or 15 inch bandsaw, and not purchased a jointer/planer at all. Three years later, I hand plane most everything and the Grizzly G0634XP 12 inch jointer planer just sits taking up a third of my space. It took over a year for Grizzly to not repair the issues with it, and during that time I became much more proficient and reliant on hand planes from learning from Paul Sellers. I was able to set it up finally, without Grizzly's help, by ordering several replacement parts etc. but it is so much easier to just start hand planing. If I absolutely must use a power planer, I am much happier with my Dewalt 735. When I have money again, I will instead purchase the helical upgrade for my Dewalt. Anyone interested in a $3,000 Jointer/Planer? :) the Grizzly G0513ANV bandsaw was another disappointment, the table is not even machined on the sides, so it is very difficult to square everything to the blade, and easily falls out of alignment. I completely redid the wheels, replacing the tires with aftermarket set, balancing and shimming the wheels, as they were completely misaligned from the factory. And now, after resawing small pieces of white oak, it feels majorly under powered. If I had it to do again, I would have gone with the Laguna, or the Harvey (since they make it) bandsaw! And I would never have purchased the jointer/planer.
@DA-no8hl10 ай бұрын
Biscuits
@janesserearden77709 ай бұрын
I don’t have any regrets on any of my tools though I don’t use my drill press very much. But it is nice to have it
@CaptainHowdy4207 ай бұрын
Those old folgers cans in the background just got you a new sub. Utilizing old coffee cans and containers speaks to my heart.
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! I keep my small glue brushes in those!
@andrewbrimmer17976 ай бұрын
Biscuit
@jermainewilson44695 ай бұрын
I keep all kinds of different things from dowel extra nuts, bolts and washers I even saw dust. I thought I was the only one who kept some. Oh by the way Biscuit at 11:05. New sub.
@jeremyroberts44556 күн бұрын
I just subscribed as well due to you making that comment...lol
@timdoyon19646 ай бұрын
Biscuits! I just came across your channel, and I like what I see. I’ve been working with wood for nearly 30 years, and am a firm believer that I can learn something new from every video I watch. Your tips are spot on! There are two things I learned along the way that every new woodworker should know. 1) Take the time to ensure your wood is PERFECTLY square. I remember trying to cut a mortise for the first time. I drew my line around the board, but my last line didn’t meet up with the first one. The frustration that ensued was enough to make me almost quit woodworking, and it was all because my board wasn’t square. 2) Take the time to be precise. Use a marking knife whenever possible. The thickness of a pencil line is sometimes too much. Rushing will only create more work for yourself. Slowing down and being precise made me a much better woodworker. Anyhow, I just wanted to say hi and share that with everyone. Take care, I have liked and subscribed! ☮️
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Excellent tips!
@babounous11 ай бұрын
I completely agree about the belt sander. I bought one at a garage sale for $40, it was a Porter+Cable that's not made anymore. It really did a fantastic job of removing material quickly.....so quickly that I realized this tool wasn't for me. I ended up re-selling it to a contractor I hired for some renovations, for the same $40 I paid for it. So I didn't lose any money over it, but I did gain the knowledge that a belt sander doesn't belong in my particular workshop.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
At least you were able to get your money back!
@obiwuncanoly11 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Thank you for sharing your experiences. One of the nice things about the woodworking community is how we learn from each other, whether it be about tools or techniques.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Absolutely! For the most part it is a very positive and helpful community! Thanks for watching!
@am2dan11 ай бұрын
Biscuit. I don't regret buying my small 6" Wen benchtop jointer. It's fine for what I do now and was cheap enough that I won't feel like it was wasted money if I later upgrade to something bigger. Meanwhile it works a whole lot better than the 0" planer I had to use before. ;-) Like you said, it depends on your own needs and workflow. I do regret buying a contractor saw that was not tunable in any way and with a fence that pointed in a different way each time it was locked. That's sitting on my garage floor unused. Between what I spent on it and the much nicer but still lower-end saw that I use now, I could have bought something much nicer than either. Your content is always worth watching, and there's lots of good advice in this video. Thanks!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I imagine the table saw is most people’s first big purchase and probably the first regret. We try to go cheap but end up spending much more in the end.
@timdieu237711 ай бұрын
Biscuits! I have some WWII chisels. Really good steel, great handles. They also came free!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Hard to beat that!
@billc608711 ай бұрын
As a tool buying junkie extraordinaire, I knew I hit the right vid at about 30 seconds in.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Awesome! Hope it was helpful!
@jameskirk310 ай бұрын
We need to set up "tool buyers anonymous" meetings. I'm also an addict.
@MrShadyCash9 ай бұрын
I have used so many joinery methods, and while there's an immense satisfaction I receive from doing traditional joinery and taking the time, I wouldn't trade my Domino for anything. No more time consuming dowels, everything always lines up perfectly. I love it so much, and have made some insane looking shelves with it.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
The Domino really is an incredible tool!
@adamdolch90537 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Good advice brother. Had me rolling with the domino! Keep up the great work!
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MrJohnnyboyrebel11 ай бұрын
Biscuits, I agree with everything you said here. I have a mixture of parallel clamps, and so far my favorite has been the Bremen from Harbor Freight! I won several Bessey K body clamps and are they expensive. I saw a few reviews of the Bremen clamp and decided to take a chance on a couple. Very pleased with them! Someday I’ll get a Saw-Stop but I need to save up for a while. Great video!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thank you! Keep an eye out for people selling off all their tools, that's how I snagged mine cheap!
@Krunch20209 ай бұрын
I took my virtually new DeWalt biscuit joiner to the Goodwill.
@ManWorkingHere11 ай бұрын
Biscuits 2! I appreciate using Cubitron sandpaper with my Dewalt orbital sander. Their multiple grit types are really effective at material removal and finishing efforts. Good comments about watching other woodworker comments about tool choices 'for the type of work that I prefer to do'. Putting comments in the context of what you 'need' versus what you 'want' is important.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Totally agree! Thanks for watching!
@patrickfee50653 ай бұрын
I love your sense of humor...sliding the domino out of the shot had me laughing out loud!
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!
@scottturner383111 ай бұрын
I have the rolling dewalt job site saw and I love it. The rack and pinion system is awesome to use and it can take a dado stack, which not all models can, so double check before you buy.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@mattgoodstadt237211 ай бұрын
Apparently, we can't be trusted with dado stacks in the UK or Europe. When I get around to needing a table saw, (maybe early in 2024), I'll be looking to get a Dewalt 10".
@samnichols43619 ай бұрын
@@mattgoodstadt2372 Firstly health and safety regulations are a good thing, particularly where blades are concerned. Table saws are most dangerous tool in the workshop after all. Secondly, they're not illegal at all - in a commercial setting, the rule is that the blade must stop within 10 seconds, the dado stack must be fittable to the machine without modification (i.e. a longer arbor) and there must be a guard fitted when using them. Basically their use is a bit more limited and it has to be done as safely as possible. That's commercial of course and it relates to duties of employers for their employees. You can do whatever you want at home in regards to this, go crazy and change arbors and have really long braking times. Personally, I wouldn't modify it, just work around it and use other systems (router) over dado stacks.
@mattgoodstadt23729 ай бұрын
@@samnichols4361Thanks for the name check, but you got the wrong guy 😁 @Scottturner3831 was the droid you're looking for.
@mattgoodstadt23729 ай бұрын
@samnichols4361 Ignore my last comment. KZfaq confused me! You are right, of course. Health and Safety always has to be the top priority. I LIKE all my fingers, and I don't have any to spare. When I need to make dados, (dadoes?), I'll get myself a router or use a jig.
@bryantincher212311 күн бұрын
Biscuits. I’m just getting into this since working in a cabinet shop during college. I appreciate your videos, they are well done and honest, two of the best attributes of a quality craftsman.
@biscuittreewoodworks10 күн бұрын
That's great! If there's anything I can do to help you get going, just let me know!
@user-om9dq9uu5q8 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Thank you so much for all the advice, it must really have taken you a while to make your list but everything you've said is absolutely true and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for this honesty and you sharing this insight with everyone. I'm really looking forward in watching all your other video tutorials. Many Blessing for you and your Family and please continue to make more tutorials I just love your channel 😇🙌
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@tektrixter11 ай бұрын
Biscuits. I both regret and don't buying a cheap box store block plane. It wasn't good quality, but showed me that I enjoy using a plane and what they can do. I just got three used planes (Stanley #4, Stanley S5 Jack, and a Dunlap block) that I'm restoring and I'm looking forward to using them.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Oh yes, those cheap planes are terrible!
@rogerwhoareyou11 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Speaking of biscuits, one of my regrets was buying a biscuit jointer back when, as it never did quite work right.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I picked up a biscuit joiner at a yard sale once. That's another tool I never even used!
@dcr00k11 ай бұрын
I bought the DEWALT biscuit joiner many years ago but it never worked quite right. Decades later I was fiddling with it to change the cutter and realized the cutter was never parallel to the fence. A quick adjustment and now it works.
@TRAVISTHEDADDY11 ай бұрын
I have a Freud biscuit joiner, and love it. I've used it on Cabinetry, tabletops, and boxes. Been using it for about 15 years
@patrickdunn89189 ай бұрын
My Makita biscuit joiner is AWSOME, many years used!
@FrankD-fo2be7 ай бұрын
For average construction you can't beat the biscuit jointer. Much faster than dowels and allows a little give if things don't fit exactly as intended. Built many a bookcase with biscuits.
@DrDoom7611 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Found the belt sander works great for hogging off material when I'm doing a renovation/rejuvination, but for the finer stuff, the palm sander.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
A palm sander is ok, I prefer a random orbital sander for most of my projects.
@keithbrock641011 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Still using my old craftsman tablesaw, saving and researching between Harvey and Sawstop. Thanks for the video
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I don't think you would go wrong with either choice! I love my Sawstop and I see a lot of woodworkers happy with Harvey!
@rickskidmore30757 күн бұрын
Biscuits. I just found your videos and I'm enjoying your tips. I have the same belt sander and thought the same thing. I am definitely an amateur at woodworking as I do projects around the house. I've made plenty of mistakes. The biggest thing I've learned is take your time, no need to rush. When you do, well, mistakes happen. Also, learn from various people then experiment with what works best for you. Thanks and I look forward to checking out more of your videos.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 күн бұрын
Awesome! That's a great tip as well, take your time and don't rush or you will be more likely to make mistakes. Thanks for watching!
@christopherjacklin758911 ай бұрын
Biscuits! One additional point on sanders, is that upgrading from a 125mm to a 150mm model can really speed things up without compromising the quality or breaking the bank. As for my biggest purchasing regret, that's probably my drill press as there just isn't the space in my shop to justify it... Wpuld have been much better off with something like the Rockler Drill Guide.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Those are both tools that almost made the list! I have a 6" sander that I never use. It's just too big and aggressive for most work I do. It's fine if you have a large table top to smooth, but too big for most smaller pieces. I also have a small workbench drill press that I regret picking up. It doesn't have enough stroke for a lot of jobs. Wish I had purchased a full sized floor standing one. Thanks for watching!
@gustaveliasson539511 ай бұрын
Bosch makes something called a PBD-40 that's fairly compact, and just light enough that it hasn't been a hassle to move around. It's an all-aluminium machine, so there's a teensy bit of flex to it, and they've been known for having some play in the chuck bearings, but mine's alright. Plus, with the way that the baseplate is also your table, it's super-easy to handle longer workpieces, and as it also has a 20mm hole in it below the chuck, you can put the machine on top of a workpiece and use it like a regular drill guide.
@mattgoodstadt237211 ай бұрын
@@gustaveliasson5395Interesting points about the Bosch. It's on my list. It's way down, but it's on there. Maybe I should just learn how to drill properly!
@peterszutu55511 ай бұрын
Biscuit. Blade quality for bandsaws is critical for your woodworking experience. Have a Grizzly 14” bandsaw for nearly 20 years. Used it mostly for resawing. Bought multiple blades from local saw specialists. The saw did not perform well. Upgrade guides to bearings, bought a blade tensioning device (good idea), installed modified dust collection. Still a difficult experience to the point of avoiding it. Bought a new blade from Highland recently and WOW what a difference! Now I’m considering doing shop made veneers.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Yes, a good blade can make a world of difference!
@mikefondren238511 ай бұрын
Biscuits! I always look forward to your videos. Your content always seem to speak directly to me and my efforts in the shop. I would like to see more of your videos. But, I appreciate your efforts and look forward to those in the future!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
@bobafett592610 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Great advice, I switched to using 3m Cubitron and am very happy that I did. The dust removal from using it is second to none
@biscuittreewoodworks10 ай бұрын
That Cubitron really cuts through the material!
@obesedonkey37148 ай бұрын
Biscuits and gravy, rip some wood daily.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@danhartman908711 ай бұрын
BISCUITS! And - "SUBSCRIBED". Not sure why this channel hasn't popped up before, but you have some really good content. Now, about this video. I've only woodworked for last 9 years after a lifetime passion/hobby for mechanics and cars. Cant work on them anymore and not willing to learn computer systems. So help me, power seats and cigarette lighters (when you can find the latter) are tied into modern car computer systems anymore, and working on cars is simply no longer enjoyable. Enter woodwork. I made THE EXACT SAME PURCHASES and mistakes you outlined. I have the Dewalt 7491RS table saw and love it after a miserable Delta and Craftsman. Used it hard for last 6 years. And once you take the time to dial it in, I think it will rival many really nice cabinet saws for accuracy and clean cuts. And very ironically - I built a near identical dust collection cart as I saw in the background during this video. It is "Frankencart v9.2". It works great. I look forward to going through your videos. Thanks for this - you struck a very familiar nerve!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks, I hope you enjoy the videos! I'm glad the Dewalt table saw is working out for you!
@monteglover413311 ай бұрын
Biscuits. I’ll agree with you 90% The cheap F clamps in the smaller sizes (12” and smaller) from Harbor Freight are very useful. Pipe clamps are also a good for large glue ups. I use a belt sander for flattening large tops, but it was the only way years ago to flatten large panels. I’ve found a sled with my thickness planer the best way to flatten panels and boards
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
No problem, I don’t expect everyone to agree 100%. That’s why I tried to explain my reasoning for the tools I listed. For some people my issues may not be a problem at all and they may really like those tools! Pipe clamps are a great option and I should have listed them as an alternative. Thanks for your input and thanks for watching!
@laneromel56679 ай бұрын
Biscuit I just use Marples Chisels, fairly economical, hold an edge well. I just use a Grizzly industrial saw, with a micro-adjust fence. Love HPLV sprayers. I use a 6" 1950's era jointer, do not use wide boards without cutting them down anyways, to prevent warpage. When I need significant force I use pipe clamps. When just a little force is required I have dozens of $5 dollar clamps that work perfectly. For the price of a few box clamps I can supply my entire shop with perfectly adequate clamps. As a bonus, I have a lot more clamps than I generally use. The man with the most tools when he dies wins.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
Great tips!
@baddog434711 ай бұрын
Biscuit I had an older craftsman than you showed and bought the dewalt and it is 1000 times better 👍 It made me laugh when you pushed the domino out of the frame 😂
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Awesome, glad to hear you like the Dewalt saw! Thanks for watching!
@markpapp878411 ай бұрын
Nice video, but too late for me, over here in the UK! Table saw: I bought a used Kity table saw (didn't realise it also had non-standard mitre slots (without those silly tabs)) which drove me mad. Eventually I bought the DeWalt and discovered that it was the Kity as much as my incompetence that made cutting straight impossible. I love that bevel-geared fence. Also, the blade was utterly parallel with the mitre slots; I couldn't detect any deviation at all, even with a fancy dial gauge. Thoroughly recommended, but the downside is that here we're not considered grown up enough to be allowed to used dado stacks on smaller saws ... I wonder if I can modify mine to take them... My "workshop" is a damp garage, so everything ferrous rusts in the blink of an eye. I have to buy things with aluminium work surfaces, so the DeWalt scores another point. Chisels: 🤣🤣 Been there with the cheap chocolate chisels. I use them as pry bars. I bought another set from my about to emigrate brother in law which are much better, but I'm still wearing out my fingers flattening them. At least they took an edge... once I'd got rid of the nail inflicted abuse. I fancy a set of Narex Richters but couldn't bear it if they rusted. Belt sander: They serve a purpose - I use one for scribing board edges that need to fit wobbly walls. The amount of material a belt sander removes in a very short time is amazing. Whoever told you they're any good for finishing needs to be left in a dark room with eternity to contemplate their sins. I love my 150mm random orbital sander with amazing dust extraction. It's the mutt's nuts, as we say here. Sometimes. Fancy dovetail saw: I have one of those and I love it. I never got on with a pull saw and dovetails. It's possible I'm simply weird. I *love* my little Japanese flexible flush cut saw. I agree with everything else, but the best part of your video? The surreptitious Domino removal. I really want one of those but can't afford or justify it... yet. Thanks for making the video and, by the way, "biscuits".
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Wish I could go back in time and post the video for you sooner! LOL! Thanks for sharing your experiences with tool purchase regrets. Hopefully we can help others from making the same mistakes!
@bigwoodsMN5 ай бұрын
BISCUITS, I like your style & am just now (age 64) preparing to launch my woodworking business. I'm looking forward to learning from your experience! All the best, Scott
@biscuittreewoodworks5 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@nolandenton12245 ай бұрын
Biscuits - great video! I wish I’d seen this when I was starting out, you’d have saved me a boatload. I have yet to use my Jessem dowel jig, although the engineer in me loves the quality and design. I started with a Porter Cable table saw from the Big Blue Box store - good saw, supported a dado stack, I learned a lot. Leveled up to the Delta 36-725 for a built-ins/cabinet project. Great saw and it fits my tiny shop space, has a good enough fence and a Incra 1000HD miter ups the game. After 6 yrs I still havent unboxed my Kreg flip up router table top and built the router table that was supposed to be my first shop tool. My Dewalt trim router and decades-old Craftsman bench top router table with my Bosch 2 1/4 hp router can do just about everything I work on. I wish I’d skipped my Rikon 10” band saw and just bought the floor standing model, but like I said I have a tiny shop I have to use mobile tools in so I can move things around. Never have moved the saw & stand so would have been better off w the floor version. I have to say I have as many harbor freight clamps as Jorgs - just don’t use them for heavy jobs.
@biscuittreewoodworks5 ай бұрын
Sounds like you are doing pretty good! If you make a mistake on a tool buy just upgrade when you can and try to learn form it!
@thereseboogades849825 күн бұрын
Biscuit. All are great tips! Oh, I wanted a belt sander - not any more. Sandpaper quick reviews, great Thank you! 😊
@biscuittreewoodworks25 күн бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jonhansen4745Ай бұрын
Biscuit. OK, I saw you roll your eyes! While I would love to have your domino cutter, @ nearly 72 I'll never purchase one. I do admit that I love my PC557 and have been using biscuits for nearly 25 years. I just used mine this past week while joining some Black Walnut from trees that I cut down on my father-in-law's farm in 1975. They're going to be a desktop for my granddaughter's new writing desk. Hey, on another note, I love your content. I've always been of the mindset to never purchase cheap tools, (haven't always followed my own instincts...) but still use tools I purchased over 50 years ago. Count me as a new subscriber!
@biscuittreewoodworksАй бұрын
Welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video!
@thebunnyhouse4 ай бұрын
Biscuit. I use my belt sander a lot to prep wood for the other tools. I use a lot of rough cut directly from the sawmill that is not prepped so I use it to take off the high points and any dirt that might be on the wood after a wire brush. I completely agree with the jointer wows. I just found your channel, I like what I see so far.
@biscuittreewoodworks4 ай бұрын
Great tip!
@brian-zu2wr8 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Thanks for the great videos. I got a cheap set of chisels and the metal was so soft. I have been holding off on getting a new set, and I am glad I saw this video on the set you got.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
The Narex chisels are great!
@robertspina45039 ай бұрын
Biscuits I definitely agree with the belt sander I bought a few years back and probably only used it twice and that was on rough construction not fine woodworking good video
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
Good to hear someone else agrees with me on the belt sander! I've had a lot of people say they use it all the time, but it just doesn't fit my kind of wood working!
@BLOWbamasux6 ай бұрын
Biscuits I actually started with the F style clamps from my local Big Lots store. I had about 20 between 6" and 24". I slowly weeded those out as I began to afford the better clamps. You just need to find workarounds for certain tools until you can afford better quality. I've never been satisfied with Kregs Accu Cut in the workshop. However,,, I loved having it on the construction job site. I enjoyed the video. 👍👍
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Yeah, sometimes you just have to make do with what you can get. Thanks for watching!
@mjb121419636 ай бұрын
Biscuit! I love my belt sander. It was something I found I had patience to get the touch for. It's like playing air hockey, and you are holding the handle or what ever the thing is called. The way it floats across the surface, that's how you float a belt sander across a piece of wood. The piece has to be secured to the bench. It still takes practice.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
If it works for you that's great, I didn't like using it. I have much better results and control with my random orbital sander.
@halsti9911 ай бұрын
good video! I think the best advice is something i remember Steve Ramsey saying that saved me a lot of money: Buy tools when you need them, not when you think you might need them in the futur. its very easy to buy a lot of stuff, only to use it only once, because you are exited about the purchase, then let it collect dust. Buy if you notice yourself actually needing stuff. Couple things i regret: a very cheap pocket hole jig. i bought the wolfcraft one, thats a cheapo german brand. its terrible. its a clamp on one and it cant even clear chips, so i need to manually vacuum every single hole out, before i even finish one hole. otherwhise it just gets jammed. it works, but its so annoying to use. Buy a good one if you do buy one. Cheap router bits. I bought a rather cheap set of router bits, thinking "better to have them all in okay quality in case i need one, then replace the ones i actually use"... well, i bought the set of 15 from bosch and 3 years in, i have used 4 of them. And one of those ones was a v grove bit that i wanted to use for some carving, that was so dull, every piece was burnt, even at tiny depth. So i replaced it with a festool one that was worlds better. Overall the bosch set is fine, but its never great, and as i mentioned before, its mainly collecting dust. Buy the bits you need and buy those in good enough quality. for the money that i spent on 15 okay-ish ones, i could have gotten the ones i actually need in great quality. Cheap casters. Man does it suck to replace casters a year or two in because you wanted to save 20 bucks Things i do not regret: Good japanese pull saw, i use Zsaw. I also love the 3m extract cubitron 2 sand paper. The Incra Tiny T is an amazing marking tool for joinery. A decent blockplane, i have never had an absolute need for one, but i grab it so often for things. Cerax sharpening waterstones. they last a good time before needing to be flattened and are just overall great value. ... this one is gonna be stupid, but a metal Stanley tape measure. it doesnt work any better, its just a tape measure... but it feels really nice :D
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your regrets and some good finds!
@shawmutt8 ай бұрын
Biscuits! These days I use my belt sander clamped to my bench as a moveable bench sander. It's pretty useful.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
I did something similar with my random orbital sander. I made a cradle for it to use upside down on my bench for sanding small parts.
@DJBigMac2098 ай бұрын
Biscuits, My first and current table saw is a 1955 Craftsman 113 my grandpa used in his backyard shed woodshop. I upgraded the fence and thats it. I a workhorse and gives me no problems. I modified a dust collection system to it and haven't cursed it ..yet. Thanks for the video, I appreciate your time
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
They sure don't make them like they used to!
@DJBigMac2097 ай бұрын
my dad gave me his craftsman powered drill that was built like a tank and still runs like a beast, but any craftsman powertool nowadays wont last a year. I wish manufacture companies would take pride in their tools instead of building crap that breaks down every few years. But what do I know I'm a Eighties child, lol@@biscuittreewoodworks
@jerrystark67669 ай бұрын
Biscuit. As usual, you offer excellent advice. I have been working wood for over 65 years, both as a carpenter and as a woodworker. I have experienced making some of the same decisions you have made and, thus, I share some of the same regrets that you have. During that time, I have become more oriented toward hand tool wood working. I learned the hard way that a machine is no substitute for skill. Machines are great if you need to make a living, just as long as you buy the right machine for the work you are doing. Now that I have a hobby shop rather than a production shop, my shop is quieter and less dusty. It's one benefit of living long enough to retire, I guess. 😎 Thanks again for another excellent video.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
Thank you, and great advice! I love using my hand tools and I'm starting to use them more and more!
@michaellucks16423 ай бұрын
Biscuit (Great advice! I’ve made most of those mistakes, but my biggest mistake was buying a house with neither a walk out basement nor a large garage. That said, we love our home of 39 years. Anyway, I’m more of a finish carpenter with furniture woodworking aspirations.)
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Thanks for stopping by!
@michaellucks16423 ай бұрын
@@biscuittreewoodworks Looking forward to your next project. Have a nice holiday weekend.
@stevetrumbull49902 ай бұрын
Biscuits, I came across your channel today and have watched several of your videos. The tools I regret buying are the tools that I thought I should have but find myself not using them at all (belt sander) or should have waited until I could afford a better quality (Grizzly tablesaw), etc... Absolutely love your content and style so you have a new subscriber!
@biscuittreewoodworks2 ай бұрын
That’s awesome, I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos!
@noneofyourbusiness40216 ай бұрын
Biscuits. I had a similar craftsman table saw. Used it for 20 years until the fence finally gave out and then gave it to nephew. Bought a used saw at a garage sale and now I miss my old saw. lol. I also have a 6” mastercraft joiner and it has served me well. So it’s tough to say what will work or not work for each person. However, your point on getting the best you can afford is spot on. I’ve bought cheap chisels, clamps, sanders, etc. and regretted it almost immediately.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Going cheap can be hit or miss, and it's usually a miss.
@AngelMVega-qh3uf10 ай бұрын
Biscuits...😂😅 that's good info specially in my case since I'm starting to do things for me at home as a hobby, thanks.
@biscuittreewoodworks10 ай бұрын
Awesome! Glad it’s helpful!
@OtherThanIntendedPurpose11 ай бұрын
Biscuits need gravy. my tool regrets are mostly centered around the fact that 2 years ago while I was in the VA hospital, someone broke into my garage, and used my 3 shop carts, to steal most of my hand tools, and quite a few of the small table top power tools I had. they cleaned out over 40 years of tool collection, including a lot I had gotten while working in home building, and cabinet making. as a disabled vet, it is hard to replace them on a VA pension, but my son and I have been trying to slowly rebuild our tools. I am teaching him how to do a lotof the different styles of wood working that I have enjoyed over the years, but we are having ( because of finances, we have no other choice) to rely on Harbor Freight tools for a lot of the things we have. having used quality tools in the past, I know they suck, but they get the job done, more or less.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear that. Good luck with rebuilding your tool kit. Keep an eye out for people selling good tools on Facebook marketplace. You can find a good deal every once in a while.
@urs-id9yi11 ай бұрын
Biscuits - Thank you. Loved your video! Learning and appreciating content such as yours. Any advice on Woodpecker lineup?
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I really like their squares! I have a couple on my wall and use them often. Some of the one-time tools can be a bit gimmick, so I don't do those.
@DanWS1003 ай бұрын
BISCUITS! I made the same mistake starting out when I bought a cheap Ryobi table saw. The inrush was so violent when turing it on that the saw nearly jumped off the table and the workpiece would shift in your hand. I wound up buying the Delta Model #36-725T2 at Lowes for $599. And about the only thing I've used my belt sander for was stripping deck boards but it looks pretty just sitting there with those boxes of spare sandpaper rolls.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Yikes! That table saw sounds down right dangerous!
@kenwilding593111 ай бұрын
Biscuits! It seems like I use dowels more and more. They are strong and relatively fast and easy. I haven’t used the JessEm but I love my Dowelmax. It’s easy and very accurate. Thanks for sharing.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I believe they are very similar. Both are great tools, if you do a lot of dowels. I tried it a few times and just don't enjoy that method. Glad it's working for you though!
@defariase11 ай бұрын
Biscuits! I'm a hobbyist and I appreciate all your advices on this subject as I'm still building my array of tools. Thank you. Cheers!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@BuffaloWarrior79 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Bought an M18 7¼ miter saw to whack together a basic Swedish/Scandinavian/whatever they're called 1X3/1x4 shelf to organize my tools and chargers. Really excited to get into wood working. I've done little DIY projects before. Took shop classes in middle/high-school and college. But never really had the money to buy the tools I needed until recently. I still need to be frugal so I appreciate videos like this! Researching table saws and routers now. Planning on working off a Bora collapsible work space so I can work outside. Or in the unfinished basement/celler. Hopefully by the time we buy a house- I'll have the tools and knowledge to build a proper shop and start cranking out projects!
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
That's great! I'm glad the videos are helping!
@RohitVinay11 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Just got a dewalt 10 inch table saw. Reassuring to know I made the good call. Awesome video
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Good choice! Hope you make some great stuff with it!
@Brundoggie6 ай бұрын
I really like how you explain the bad buys but then offer up an alternative.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@dasfahrer81876 ай бұрын
Well, biscuits! Thanks for the advice. I'm prone to going kid-in-a-candy-store on tools when exploring new hobbies. 🤣
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
It's easy to do!
@sniper606057 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Thanks for making the video brother. I think it’s a good one and it’s tough to go back and admit mistakes but we all make them.
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Oh yeah, I’ve made plenty of mistakes!
@MightyMiniWorkshop11 ай бұрын
You are correct when you say it needs to work with your kind of woodworking. Jessem dowel jig definitely works great for me and I’ve made many actual furniture pieces using it. I would definitely skip if I only made small projects!
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Glad you are getting some good use out of it, it's a good tool just didn't fit how I work!
@christopherdekonstrukt4448 ай бұрын
Bought the cheap Harbor Freight trigger clamps first time around, most stopped clamping after a few weeks. Upgraded to a set of Bremen clamps and never had an issue. Have the Jorgensen F style clamps and they work good.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
I haven't tried Harbor Freight clamps, or HF anything really. I like the Jorgensen and Bessey clamps. Very good quality and really strong clamps.
@johnbillings55733 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Man. I'm watching this, shaking my head yes, and saying 'Mm hmm. Yup. That's money I'm never getting back" Thanks for posting this.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Thanks! Sorry you saw the video after you spent that money!
@catmando49146 ай бұрын
biscuits. I find the hand belt sander to be useful for striping stain and muck off of reclaimed wood. I don't own a planer or jointer and I have found ways to not need them. Granted both power tools make things go faster, when you're not busy maintaining them. I did buy a Rigid brand contractors saw in the mid 1990s, and have had no issues with that saw. The one tool I found to be unnecessary was the biscuit cutter. I'm old school, I find dowels work great, because all I need is a drill. If a tool is a 'one trick pony' it better be worth it.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Belt sander is great for that purpose. I don’t usually work with reclaimed lumber. I’m typically working with hardwood so a jointer and planer are necessities in my shop.
@michaelvanhosen898611 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Straight to the point. Thanks
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@davidgleason25196 ай бұрын
My HF brand clamps are ok for small uses, but the longer ones bowed considerably when I was gluing up my first work bench top.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Yeah they just aren’t strong enough for the bigger jobs.
@donalddparker11 ай бұрын
Biscuits!!!! Totally agree on the 6" jointer. Thanks for the video. Good stuff.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@michaelmeans918711 ай бұрын
BISCUITS! My own personal regrets and wins with wood working... Regrets: ~Cheap table saws ~6" Delta jointer ~Any bandsaw smaller than 14" ~Lunchbox planers ~Jet bench top drill press. ~Buying antique/vintage hand tools at flea markets, estate sales, garage sales, and antique shops because I think I will use them one day. Unless you are going to need it immediately (as in can't live with out it), don't buy it. I have yet to use my Yankee screwdriver, and I have three of them... Wins: ~Learning how to use quality woodworking hand tools (think Paul Sellers, and branch out from there). ~Dewalt, Makita, Bosch, Milwaukee, Festool, SawStop (no regrets with any of these power tool, or stationary shop tool purchases). ~Learning how to clamp without clamps (think Izzy Swan clamping boards). ~Senco air compressors (So much quieter, worth every penny). ~Buying antique/vintage hand tools that I actually use. Stanley Bailey no. 4, 5, 7 hand planes with three patent dates. I own hundreds of antique/vintage hand tools that I have spent thousands of dollar on, but I only use three of them... On the fence: (Specifically chisels) ~Save your cheap chisels for scraping glue and hogging out material for demolition purposes where you need a beater chisel that you don't care what happens to it. ~Fine woodworking high quality chisels - find a brand name that you like, is affordable to your budget, and available for purchase (local or internet). ~Learn how to flatten the back and sharpen them (cheap and/or brand name) with whatever method you prefer. ~Chisel sharpening systems - the one that has become my "Go To" sharpening system is the same diamond sharpening plates that Paul Sellers uses. I own many other sharpening systems, but this is the one I use the most, keep returning back to no matter what the situation, and is the most versatile, reliable, and portable.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your regrets and some good wins! I have done the same with sharpening systems. I started with just sandpaper. Then used water stones for a while. Now I'm using the diamond plates. I even built a holder for them modeled after the one Paul Sellers has after watching his video!
@genecarden7806 ай бұрын
Biscuits. ( by the way that is one my purchase regrets)I would say for clamps buy 4 pipe clamps, they are not the best design,but they work pretty well for beginner projects. And they are very inexpensive. And later on they come in really handy for very large glue ups ( you can buy couplers and add another piece of standard length pipe) without paying a fortune for clamps you may only use once or twice.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Pipe clamps can be a great option for the value!
@hamp780311 ай бұрын
Biscuit! And new subscriber! Most of your vid sounded like my life. My grandfather use to goto Sears for EVERYTHING... it use to be difficult for me NOT to goto Sears. My background is technology, but wanted woodworking to be a hobby.. Looking forward to watching your other and new vids.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Thanks! Sears and Craftsman used to have pretty decent tools many years ago, but like a lot of brands they have gone down hill in quality. Hope you enjoy the videos!
@user-si3wg9tk5s11 ай бұрын
Biscuits - good info. I am just starting a woodworking journey and this type of information is invaluable for assisting in the selection of tools for the shop.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@stephanelarose91654 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Wow! Can’t stop listening your content. Thanks.
@biscuittreewoodworks4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@stevewilkins541811 ай бұрын
biscuits and band saws, you got to love em.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@thomasbishop31088 ай бұрын
Biscuits - Thanks for taking the time to make this video. As a newbie woodworker, I'm sure you saved me a lot of time, frustration, and money.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
Awesome! Glad it helps!
@Rjp06657 ай бұрын
Funny thing is that craftsman table saw was my first one as well and I really hated to use it. Then I purchased that same dewalt and love it
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Glad you are having good results with the Dewalt!
@Ringele55743 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Thanks for posting this. I can see myself wanting to make some of your same mistakes right now.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Hope this helps avoid a few mistakes in the future!
@rauloyarzun83756 ай бұрын
Biscuits! It’s a really useful video! It’s hard to find a guide like this one when you start to work with wood
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@red58impala9 ай бұрын
Biscuits. Lots of good advice there. I know I've been taken in by the newest and shiniest toys out there. I do agree with you on the clamps. I bought a bundle of inexpensive plastic spring clamps and I don't know that I've ever used them. I need to donate them and get them out of my shop. All I do is move them out of the way to get to something else. I have a 5 gallon bucket full of Harbor Freight f-clamps, and I reach for them most often because my projects are small, but anything over 12" I would reach for my Pony/Jorgensen clamps. That said even though they cost more than my HF clamps I have some Bora clamps that are just crap. I regret buying them. I think saws are a personal choice, as I'm sure you would agree. I love my Japanese saws and do use them but, unlike you, I reach for my western saws first most of the time. That Veritas saw you showed is a very nice saw for the money. Where I made my mistake was buying every one they offered when I first got into woodworking. Some I never use and other get used regularly. I keep my dovetail saw right beside my bench hook, so I can save a few steps. Compared to today's prices, I bought my saws 10-15 years ago, even with buying all their back saws, I got a deal. 😆 If someone wanted an inexpensive western say, that isn't just crap, the Spear and Jackson tenon saw sold on Amazon is pretty decent. That said a beginner would need to add sharpening saws to their skill set. This is a great skill to have, especially if you are not using saws with impulse hardened teeth.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
I wish I had bought more saws and hand planes back then when they were cheap! The prices these days are outrageous!
@briancharles50412 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Thank you for this video. i've been getting into woodworking more and this was very useful
@biscuittreewoodworks2 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@robjkrt3 ай бұрын
Biscuits!! This is the 3rd video I’ve watched of yours. They are informative and straight to the point. I’m now a subscriber and look forward to watching more of your vids. Thanks heaps from down under.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@wabitt114 ай бұрын
Biscuit! GREAT stuff and THANK YOU for getting on the subject and staying on it..short, sweet, concise. Can't stand long videos that talk too much. 'Tell me about the elephants...I don't care about the circus.' As great trainers do...'Tell me what you're going to teach me; Teach me; Tell me what you taught me.'
@biscuittreewoodworks4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@oldtop46829 ай бұрын
Biscuits (you could have just started with that lol). One of the first tools I bought was a dowling jig from Sears. I used the crap out of that thing for a long time, and it still does the job if I need it (which isn't often now). Craftsman had some good table saws for along time, but sometime in the 90s they went cheap. I have an older one and it's been solid for over 30 years now. You can still find them used and in good working condition. Yep, buy the wider joiner - I made this mistake too lol. I have a belt sander, and I do use it, but not for finish sanding. My biggest mistake (other than the PC biscuiter) was probably the dedicated mortiser. I've used it way to seldom to justify it.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
I can remember when my dad had decent Craftsman tools and Porter Cable as well. Both have gone way down hill!
@dean314videos97 ай бұрын
BIScuits. I’m 47 now use to be a firefighter, vet, etc. I only had woordworking experience when I was in middle school for about 3 months. Of that… everything I made was an “astray”. Now I build up the courage to make stuff. Now I’m an artist making … starting to make my own frames. My first tool I bought last week is a miter saw: Dewalt 781 I want to get into making other things but not sure what ALL to have. I heard I should get a router and a planer I have a limited budget basically $500 to $1000 a month to spend if it’s really needed. But I hate wasting money my space is very limited. The idea of things I want to build; cabinets, tables, stools/ chairs. Along with art pieces of abstract etc. please provide a detailed list of WHAT you would buy with all your knowledge and experience… that if you could go back in time 30 years ago… you would say flat out what I should buy (brand name etc). That would really help me. I’m the type that like to “cry once”.
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
This is a question that is almost impossible for me to answer. There are so many variables involved in outfitting an entire shop of tools. Table saws alone there are hundreds of options and prices range from around $100 to over $10,000. Some shops have multiple table saws and some have none at all. It really depends on what you need and how you want to work. Instead of trying to figure out what all tools you should go buy to start building projects, just pick a project you want to build and get started building. Do you have the tools needed for step 1? Great, what about step 2? If no, what do you NEED to complete Step 2? Can you build or buy a jig for an existing tool or do you have to buy a piece of equipment for that specific task? Doing it this way will build your shop and tool set naturally with the tools you need instead of spending thousands of dollars on tools that you may never even use just because someone in the internet said you should. If you have any specific questions I'll be happy to help as much as I can. Good luck and happy building!
@ZENO3573 ай бұрын
Biscuits. That all makes sense. Except I did buy a clamping dowel jig ('Dowel-it') that I've used a lot for dowel joints, and as a very unskilled woodworker it makes things easy. It also centers the holes on the board. One other thought is to try to determine how dedicated you are to your craft - I determined early on that I was never going to be a 'real' woodworker, only a guy who makes minor things and repairs other things, so my tools are all good but not what a professional woodworker would need. Small shop, small tools (table top drill, table top band saw, etc.), but perfect for my needs. Still all good quality tools meant to last me my lifetime.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Dowel jigs are great if you plan on using them. The Jessem is a really good jig, I just don't ever use dowels so it's a waste of money for me.
@b.b.stanfield98295 ай бұрын
Biscuits…….just found your channel following a rabbit trail on KZfaq. Working to rebuild/build my shop in retirement.
@biscuittreewoodworks5 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@aliceclearmanphd98410 ай бұрын
Bisquit, I'm watching, I'm paying attention, and I don't even do woodwork. 😂 Very interesting!
@biscuittreewoodworks10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@justinrowland59865 ай бұрын
Someone’s gonna KZfaq how long to bake biscuits and your vid is gonna be the number one 😂
@biscuittreewoodworks5 ай бұрын
Awesome, more search traffic!
@namtech42510 ай бұрын
Biscuits. I agree with most of what you said, we all have our own way and method of working. For me the belt sander is one of the better sanders I use for really rough surfaced wood and then finish it off with the orbital, it removed material really quick. Dowl jigs I make as I need them its super easy. For the rest I agree, but keep in mind we all have to learn to crawl before we can walk. I used my cheap site saw and built a table for it, it completely transformed the feel and function of the saw for the better. Clamps....don't even get started on that, they are soooooo expensive here that I ended up making my own out of scrap materials I could find, this also teaches you new skills.
@biscuittreewoodworks10 ай бұрын
The point I wanted to make was just consider the tool and how it will be used in your shop before buying and not relying only on the word of some stranger on KZfaq! There were a few just plain bad tools like my first table saw and the really cheap clamps, but most of the others are fine tools, they just don't fit my workflow and style of building.
@joemccall89919 ай бұрын
Biscuits.. are good with gravy.. or fried chicken.. or glue.. Thanks for the honest takes, exactly the sort of thing some of us wanna-be woodworkers appreciate. I was debating on whether a 6" joiner would meet my needs and you helped make that decision (I'll wait and save my pennies). For that belt sander, turn it upside down and clamp it to your bench: instant usability for small projects.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
I built a cradle for my random orbital sander so I can mount it upside down for that very purpose! Works great for small parts!
@janesserearden77709 ай бұрын
I have made these trees and watched many videos and yours is my favorite. Thank you. Also early American is my fav
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@bobnicholas59943 ай бұрын
Biscuits..the Japanese saws are stupendous. I think one very underrated tool is the router. I have evolved to the Dewalt cordless palm router with plunge base..great tool. Do not buy the Bosch router that cannot be put in a router lift. My engineer wife bought it for me and once I figured hoe to use it again it is great.
@biscuittreewoodworks3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@jCrItCh58 ай бұрын
Top Bisquits Mate.. All The Best...
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@MsSme1236 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Very good advice. Thank you. Just what I needed. I love new gadgets.
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@lamanblou0076 ай бұрын
Biscuit. Hi from the Caribbean. Beginning DIY , still in the process of buying tools , and so far I think I am making some fairly good choices
@biscuittreewoodworks6 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@friskierplum531410 ай бұрын
Biscuits and gravy is what I had for breakfast yesterday. Also pipe clamps are amazing and super cheap
@biscuittreewoodworks10 ай бұрын
Mmmmm, gravy!
@mlbbutler9 ай бұрын
Although I'm not a new woodworker I did watch your video and I pretty much agree with your advice. I do use a belt sander but you aren"t wrong. You can really mess up a panel if you aren't careful. I'll just add that if you want to use a belt sander, get a 4x24 and not a 3x18. It's a lot easier to control. Ask me how I know.
@biscuittreewoodworks9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@user-lq8ox3po1x7 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Hey, what a great vid man. Im getting into wood working and don't have disposable cash, so this is super helpful.
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@BruceWSims8 ай бұрын
Second your choice for the DeWalt Table saw. I initially excused less-than-stellar perofrmance because it is a tool meant for on-site use. I later learned that it can be "dialed-in" to make it Very accurate and I have been more than please after having done that. FWIW.
@biscuittreewoodworks8 ай бұрын
Most tools need at least a little fine tuning once they’re in the shop!
@bobbg904111 ай бұрын
I bought a bisket jointer ive no regrets but I dont use it often. Its nice to have if I did. I dont know what you make, but you can use a bisket jointer to put on face frames without fastners just glue. Every tool is useful if you find the use for it that fits what you do. I dont belive pocket hole jigs are necessary but I wouldn't kick the jig out of my shop.
@biscuittreewoodworks11 ай бұрын
I bought a biscuit joiner once in a yard sale. Never even used it. I don't think I have it around anymore. I rarely make face frames, but when I have I used either pocket screws or the Festool Domino.
@peorisnothing7 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Greetings from Argentina, thanks for your advice, it´s really helpful for those who are beginning this journey in woodworking (including me).
@biscuittreewoodworks7 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@louisxiiii2 ай бұрын
I had heard about the oil based finish fire risk. I wanted to see for myself, so after staining my deck, I put the rags in a stainless steel pot in the middle of my patio, away from anything flammable. It took about 8 hours, until I started smelling something like diesel fuel. I went out to check, and the pot was smoking. A half hour later, it was in open flames. Seriously dangerous stuff.
@biscuittreewoodworks2 ай бұрын
That is what makes it so dangerous! It can take a very long time to generate the heat and ignite and may be long after you've left the shop for the day!
@mikeimbrogno41503 ай бұрын
Biscuits! Love the honesty here!! Your Chanel is great!