Workshop Miscellaneous

For the purpose of sharpening, this 5 inch diameter CBN wheel is specifically designed to accommodate the 7/39.5 degree Woodmizer® sawmill blade profile. The wheel is perfect for the Wood-mizer BMS250 sharpening system and features an arbour hole with a diameter of 1/2 inch. If you want to manually sharpen your sawmill blade, it can also fit on a regular bench top grinder. Now, you can create the Woodmizer® profile on any brand of 7 degree blade.

For the purpose of sharpening, this 5 inch diameter CBN wheel is specifically designed to accommodate the 10/30 degree Woodmizer® sawmill blade profile. The wheel is perfect for the Wood-mizer BMS250 sharpening system and features an arbour hole with a diameter of 1/2 inch. If you want to manually sharpen your sawmill blade, it can also fit on a regular bench top grinder. Now, you can create the Woodmizer® profile on any brand of 10 degree blade.

A wooden Mallet, for smacking chisels and the like.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a kit box that doubles as a platform for grinding the proper primary bevel on a wood plane iron. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a set-up gauge for measuring height. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A Miter Saw Cabinet with folding wings. Folds down to 36 inch width. Lots of storage space in front drawers. DXF Format.

A miniature bow saw designed to work with a coping saw blade. Two drawings and a text file. DXF format. Plan is featured at CAD Files for Woodworkers. Created by Tom Lewis.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a wooden hanger for drying parts after applying a finish. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a panel cart on casters for moving sheets of plywood. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Here is a handy little tool for marking the center on the edge of a board. It will work on just about any thickness of board.

Build this work stool tote and it will do double duty. Use it as a stool or turn it over and carry tools in it. Here are the free plans.

This is a handy project to build for your workshop or garage sink. This one is made using pallet wood. Here is how to build it.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a cart for moving sheet goods and for infeed/outfeed for table saw. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 30.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bow saw. It excels at cutting curves; the blade allows for long strokes that cut much faster and more evenly than a coping saw. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Base cabinets for the shop or garage. DXF Format<br>This free woodworking plans and woodworkers projects information is courtesy of the CAD Files for Woodworkers web site.

This project is easy enough for almost anyone to tackle with confidence, and will produce a piece of equipment that will keep your workshop running smoothly for years. ...

Very clever design for folding outfeed table for TS. Dimensioned in millimeters. DXF Format.

Organization is the key to making any shop work well, no matter what the size. And if your shop is like most, it could use some additional storage space. (I know mine could.) That is where this shop system comes in. It is obvious there is a lot of storage space packed into this wall system. What is not so apparent is its easy-to-build design. Each unit is assembled from standardized components. And it is made from inexpensive, easy-to-find construction lumber, MDF, and plywood. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Build this handy wall mounted charging station for cordless tools using 3/4 inch plywood. Here is how.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a flip-top mobile tool base. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

I have built a lot of storage cabinets for my tools and hardware, so I always know right where to find them. Unfortunately, that was not the case for my cleaning supplies. To solve this problem I built the heavy-duty cleanup center you see above. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Build a portable paint and adhesives cart using the free downloadable woodworking plans at the link. You will be able to wheel it over to your project for finishing.

This simple center gauge will either mark a spot or scribe a line down the edge of a board, it is easily made with a short wooden bar, two dowels and a screw.

With a few sheets of plywood, MDF, some 2x4s, and common hardware, you can build this complete storage system and workcenter. It is designed for maximum utility in a minimum amount of space. Plus, you can customize it to suit your needs and shop layout.

This mobile tool stand would be handy in any workshop. At the link you can download the free plan to build it.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a step stool for the workshop. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

We all have extension cords laying around that have bad ends on them. This neat extension cord holder makes great use of these old cords. Extension cords, especially long ones, can be a real mess to string out and coil back up. Also plugs on the ends can become damaged by just yanking on the cord to unplug a tool. This is a good project to untangle those cords and fix the old damaged ones.

Select a piece of wood at least 1-1/2 inches - 2 inches square. The grain should run lengthwise down the blank, or the wood may break. Cut the wood blank to 2-3/4 inches, the length of the brass tube in the awl kit. Using the 7mm bit, drill a centered hole lengthwise through...

When it comes to sharpening my chisels and plane irons, having a convenient worksurface and handy storage for all my supplies is always a challenge. This sharpening center easily solves these space and storage problems. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.