For an upcoming project, we needed a large, 1-3/4” thick piece of solid black walnut. Wood like this isn’t something you’ll find just anywhere, and when found, it’s rarely in the dimension you need.

If you don't have a jointer or a planer, or if you need to flatten something large or difficult to flatten, building a simple sled for your router is a great solution. This video covers the techniques ...

This video answers the common question of whether to buy a planer or a jointer first, recommending the planer due to its ...