Woodworking On The Cheap

Have you ever seen those stylish, sleek shelves that seem to jut out of a wall without a single supporting structure? Have you ever wanted to make something like that for yourself or someone you know but couldn’t quite figure out how to engineer the solution, or thought it would cost too much?

Look no further. We’re happy to announce the first Project post here at Woodworking On The Cheap is a blind or floating shelf and support system. Read on for details, SketchUp models, and measured drawings.

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A few months back I discovered SketchUp. My life in the shop will never be the same. This free tool is excellent for getting your ideas from your head to a working model you can make cuts and plans from. I don’t know how I survived as long as I did without it.

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It may seem like common sense, but there are significant health and safety issues to think about when you’re deciding where to work. From dust control and limiting interruptions to power availability, the effects upon the health and safety of yourself and those around you should be foremost. Sure we like to do things cheaply and effectively here at Woodworking on the Cheap — but you and those you love only get ten fingers, two arms, and one shot at this life.

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If you’re just setting up shop, and wondering which tools you need right away, here’s the list I’d give you, in the order I’d purchase them.
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