Tips of the Trades
CPT sends out a big thanks to these folks who are willing to help out their fellow brothers and sisters in arms by sharing these brilliant nuggets of wisdom they picked up along the way.
Dust-Free Dust Dumping
Our garbage guy, Ron, said if I dumped sawdust into the trash can again, he wasn’t going to pick it up anymore.
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No-Gimmick Fence Clamps
You may think this woodworking gadget is a gimmick at first glance, but it works! -
Learn Our Method for Foolproof Laminating
If you’ve ever glued up strips for a laminated curve, you know how they’... -
How To Save Wet Tubes of Caulk
Avoid exploding tubes with this simple tip. -
Classic Construction Tips
A compilation of great tips for construction pros -
Remove Spray Foam
Learn how to clean up spray foam -
The Best Way To Clean Drywall Knives
Don't freak out when your drywall knives get coated in caked-on mud; instead, use this tip. -
Mobile Marketing: A Guide to Truck and Trailer Decals
A detailed guide to fitting your vehicle with decals -
Prevent Nails From Splitting Wood
Learn how to pound in a nail near the end of a board without splitting it.
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Allen Wrench Driver
Turn lost allen wrenches into an entirely new tool with this clever tip. -
How to remove rusted bolts without heat
Check out this tip that demonstrates how to loosen a particularly stubborn bolt. Here's a... -
47 Handy Hints for Your Workshop
From tool hacks to genius storage ideas, these handy hints will help you save money,... -
PRO TIP: Prevent Sawdust Buildup (VIDEO)
Learn how to build a drill press jig that will prevent buildup of sawdust and... -
PRO TIP: Cut Down On Dust
Dust in the air= dust in your lungs. Check out this tip for cutting down... -
Pro Tip: Make Your Own Shims
Shims are one of a carpenters most commonly used tools. So what should you do... -
Seriously Amazing Tool Pro Tips
You’re going to love this collection of workshop pro tips and awesome tool hacks. -
Circular Saw Pro Tips (VIDEO)
Check out these excellent circular saw tips from a long-time carpenter and all-around craftsman.
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PRO TIP: Cope With A Jigsaw
Cutting with a jigsaw is a fast efficient way to cope trim. -
Fix A Banged-up Bolt
Use this trick to save banged-up bolts. -
See The Cut Line More Clearly
Rubbing a pencil along the edge of a piece of trim or crown molding will... -
PRO TIP: Stuck With A Stripped Screw? Check Out This Trick
Stripped screw? Don't panic. Use the chuck instead of a bit.