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How to Make Your Own Rubber Mallet

Make your own functional mallet with basic household items.

How to Break in a Baseball Bat Using a Rubber Mallet

A rubber mallet can be used for a variety of different jobs. Breaking in a baseball bat is one of them.

Cross Peen Hammer: 7 Blacksmithing Tips

Up your metalworking skills with a classic tool.

What Is a Rubber Mallet?

A rubber mallet is a general use tool which can be used for many different jobs.

Buying and Effectively Using Pry Bars

Pry bars are used for many home improvement projects.

How Does a Strap Wrench Work?

A strap wrench is a tightening or loosening device that is easy to use.

Sheet Metal Bending: Tips and Mistakes to Avoid

Sheet metal bending is a very useful skill for home and auto.

How to Cut Sheet Metal

When you want to cut sheet metal you need to use tin snips.

5 Best Uses for a Pruning Saw

A pruning saw is normally made out of a medium length blade.

What Materials to Use to Make a Lathe Bed

Cast iron is commonly used.

How to Make a Lathe Chuck Back Plate

Making a lathe chuck back plate can be a difficult task for someone that is new to machining.

How to Make Chess Pieces with Lathe Turning

Lathe turning is a traditional art.

How to Use a Wood Lathe Duplicator

Make a replacement table leg that's a perfect match.

How to Change Planer Blades on a Thickness Planer

Changing the planer blades on a thickness planer is not a difficult task.

6 Types of Dovetail Joints

Dovetail joints are used to join framing and panel sections. These joints are efficient and strong .

How to Find Angles Using a Speed Square

This multi-measuring tool helps create angled cuts.