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Router Table - Journey to an Organized Workshop

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My DIY Router Table with Drawers and Dust Collection, from Start to Finish

Jun 14, 2019 Ben V 43 Comments

This is how Ben V built a router table, featuring a motor box, fence storage, and drawers. Read More

EcoPoxy CNC Plaque

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Woodworking with Epoxy – EcoPoxy UVPoxy and Liquid Plastic

May 3, 2019 Ben V 28 Comments

Ben started experimenting with epoxy in his woodworking projects, here’s the stuff he used. Read More

Packout Hanging Cleat sketch in Fusion360

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My 3D Printing Design Process – How I Made a Packout Tool Box Mounting Bracket

Apr 2, 2019 Benjamen 28 Comments

Here’s how Benjamen designed and 3D-printed a Milwaukee Packout mounting bracket. Read More

Building a Dust Deputy Cyclone

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Building a DIY Dust Deputy Cyclone Separator

Mar 25, 2019 Ben V 50 Comments

Here’s how I built my Dust Deputy dust separator. Read More

My Journey To An Organized Shop - Faztek Aluminium 7 drawer cabinet

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Every Tool Cabinet Needs Drawers – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 4

Mar 14, 2019 Ben V 18 Comments

Here is how Ben V built drawers for his modular tool cabinets. Read More

Durable and Low-Friction Work Surface - Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 3 - Top Installed

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Adding a Durable Low-Friction Work Surface – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 3

Mar 6, 2019 Ben V 15 Comments

Here’s how I added low-friction worktops to my tool cabinets and work stations. Read More

Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets - Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2 - Sides installed

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Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2

Feb 21, 2019 Ben V 22 Comments

Here’s how I added side panels to my modular tool cabinets. Read More

Aluminum Anchor Fasteners, End Fasteners and Brackets - Anchor Fastener

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Hardware for Connecting T-Slot Aluminum: Anchors, End Fasteners, and Brackets

Feb 15, 2019 Ben V 32 Comments

Learn about the 3 main ways to fasten T-slot aluminum together. Read More

My Journey To An Organized Shop - Faztek Aluminium 7 drawer cabinet

DIY Projects

My Journey to an Organized Workshop with Modular Tool Cabinets: Part 1, Design

Feb 12, 2019 Ben V 75 Comments

My goal was an organized workshop. Here’s how I designed modular cabinets to maximize the use of space. Read More

Trend Jig Countertop Seam Joint Example

DIY Projects

How to Make a Clean Corner Seam in Wood Countertops?

Sep 7, 2018 Stuart 46 Comments

How would you create a clean seam when joining wood countertops or benchtops at a corner? Read More

8020 1010 Aluminum Extrusion

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How Much Does it Cost to Build with 80/20 Aluminum T-Slot?

Aug 31, 2018 Stuart 33 Comments

A couple of readers asked me to talk a bit more about 80/20 pricing. Read More

Industrial Container Cabinet Build

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Workshop Storage Progress – My Industrial Bin Rack is Coming Along

Aug 29, 2018 Stuart 27 Comments

After a lot of planning, some waiting, experimentation, and luck, my industrial bin storage rack is starting to come together. Read More

Ceiling Stain

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

How Would You Fix These Small Drywall and Paint Issues?

Jun 5, 2018 Stuart 40 Comments

How would you fix these minor drywall and paint issues? Read More

Laura Kampf EDC Screwdriver

DIY Projects

Cool Videos: Laura Kampf Made Her Own EDC Screwdriver and Bit Box

Apr 11, 2018 Stuart 6 Comments

I watched a nice series of videos showing how to make a screwdriver bit box out of a Zippo lighter, and a keychain screwdriver out of a shackle and bit holder. Read More

Bin Support Rack Question

DIY Projects

Tool Storage Rack Side Rails Question

Feb 23, 2018 Stuart 48 Comments

I’m building an organizer storage rack, and am stuck. What to build the side rails out of?! Read More

Caulk rack installed and filled

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

A Quick Caulk Rack out of PVC and Wood

Jan 16, 2018 Benjamen 42 Comments

I built a caulk rack to better declutter and organize my supply cabinet. Read More

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10 Reasons to Visit the World Maker Faire in NYC (Sept 23 & 24, 2017)

Sep 22, 2017 Stuart 9 Comments

Here are 10 reasons why you might want to visit the NYC Maker Faire this weekend. Read More

Under mount LED strip lighting on Husky Work Bench

DIY Projects

Project: Magnetic-Mounted LED Light Strips

Jun 30, 2017 Benjamen 31 Comments

Here’s a quick little project using LED strips to bring task lighting anywhere you have a metal shelf. Read More

Shot of my 45 degree socket organizers

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Custom Socket Storage Idea

May 10, 2017 Benjamen 29 Comments

I created angled socket rail holders to save space and make the socket sizes easier to read. Read More

Bag of Dewalt 20V DCL040 LED Worklight Heads

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Dewalt LED Flashlight Heads Available via Surplus Electronics Shop

Mar 14, 2017 Stuart 35 Comments

Ooh, a bunch of Dewalt DCL040 LED flashlight heads. What shall I do with them? You can buy your own at $2.50 apiece. Read More

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