Product Showdowns

Pondering over the top-notch boring tools or the sturdiest woodworking bowties? Look no further! Our Product Showdowns category is here to keep you in the loop with the latest woodworking gadgets. We’ll help you distinguish the must-haves from the “what-were-they-thinking” tools, making sure you’re well-equipped for your woodworking fun.

best spray paints for wood

Top 7 Best Spray Paints for Wood: Unveiling the Market Leaders

A good spray paint is convenient to use and versatile. But with so many options on the market, finding the perfect one can be tricky. After testing some professionally recommended picks, I’ve found the best spray paint for wood to be the Krylon Fusion All-In-One Spray Paint.  Through 25+ years of experience in woodworking, I …

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Best Scribing Tools

Top 7 Best Scribing Tools: Uncover Our Picks for Precision Woodworking

The best scribing tools take 90% of the work from your hands because they ensure that you have a snug fit with your mating surface. After reviewing 17 top woodworking scribes, the Saker Multi-function Scribing Tool emerged as the top based on accuracy, precision, and versatility. I’ve spent 20 years working on carpentry, interior trim, …

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best deck stain

Best Deck Stain Showdown: 12 High-Performance Picks Reviewed

Upon testing 12 deck stains, I’ve come to the conclusion that the Cabot Gold Finish Stain is the best deck stain for practical and varied use. My testing and final decision was guided by my 35 years of wood staining experience, during which I waterproofed decks from rain and humidity, stained maple wood, enriched the …

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dewalt vs milwaukee

Top 9 Factors in the DeWalt vs Milwaukee Battle: Who Comes Out on Top?

After thoroughly testing a range of power tools offered by DeWalt vs Milwaukee, I’ve concluded that Milwaukee is the best fit for the large majority of woodworkers, casual and experienced alike. As a seasoned woodworker, with 20 years of experience using both brands’ power tools for projects ranging from sandblasting wood to removing heat stains, …

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echo cs 400 chainsaw specs

Discover the Echo CS-400 Review: 8 Essential Insights for Every Woodworker

After thoroughly conducting an Echo CS-400 review, I found it to be a quality chainsaw suitable for both casual and experienced users. No doubt, my testing of this chainsaw was aided by my 35 years of woodworking experience, where I did more than my fair share of chainsaw milling! Qualities that I judged to be …

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best deck sealer

Expert Picks: 8 Best Deck Sealers for Weatherproof Elegance

After testing 8 top deck sealers, I’ve found that the Seal-Once Marine Premium sealer is the best deck sealer for both old and new wood decks. I performed this testing on the foundation of 15+ years of woodworking expertise.  Through (sometimes painful!) trial and error, I’ve learned how to do everything from building structures with …

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Best Detail sander

Precision at Its Finest: 11 Best Detail Sanders Reviewed for Ultimate Control

The best detail sander combines a high-powered motor with a lightweight body. However, based on power, portability, and precision, the ultimate sander is the WEN 6301 Electric Detail Palm Sander. I’m a veteran carpenter with a decade of experience sandblasting wood and using power sanders. Having tested the best detail sanders in the market, I …

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best table saw for small shop

Best Table Saw for Small Shop: Our Top 10 Picks to Transform Your Space

Small workshops require compact, powerful table saws for good wood-cutting results. However, I chose the SKILSAW Lightweight Circular Saw as the best table saw for small shop sites due to its sturdy yet compact build and supreme rip capacity. I’m a carpentry expert with over 20 years of experience in custom woodworking, where I’ve crafted …

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Mini Chainsaw

Mini Chainsaw Marvels: 8 Compact Powerhouses for Precision Cutting

Mini chainsaws are shorter, more portable saws intended for the same purpose as gas saws: phenomenal cutting results. After carefully testing 8 supreme units, I’ve found the WORKPRO 6.3” Mini Chainsaw to be the ultimate mini chainsaw. Living on 9 acres of mostly wooded land, I’ve used several regular-sized and mini chainsaws for over two …

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dark walnut stains

Dark Walnut Stains Parade: 9 Top Picks for a Rich Neighbor-Envying Finish

Dark walnut stains solve two situations: trying a new wood shade and restaining your black walnut wood. In both scenarios, you need a beautiful wood stain that won’t cause issues I’ve hand-tested nine dark walnut wood stains and found that the Orange DIY Walnut Wood Stain is the best option for finishing interior and exterior …

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