Woodworking

Whenever a project throws you a curve, it's time to turn on the band saw or scroll saw. This video features both. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (21 minutes)

After reviewing the English and metric measurement systems, this video demonstrates how to measure and mark lumber and then cut with handsaws and portable power saws. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (13 minutes)

The circular saw is one of the most widely used portable power tools at construction sites. This video spotlights direct-drive and worm-drive models. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (16 minutes)

Biscuit and dowel joints are not only strong-they're invisible, too. This video shows students how to engineer this pair of useful joints. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (10 minutes)

This video illustrates how to prepare wood for finishing and then apply stains, clear sealers, and paints and enamels. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (14 minutes)

A reciprocating saw is a workhorse that can cut through just about any material. A jigsaw is a precision instrument for cutting tight curves and complex shapes. This video shows how to put this dynamic duo to work. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (16 minutes)

Spindle-turning, furniture-making, shaping round- or disk-shaped pieces of wood-lathes can do it all. This video examines how. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (14 minutes)

Oil, Shellac, and Wax is a sixteen-minute video which is part of the series, Wood Finishing.A craftsman can plan, cut, and assemble a fine piece of furniture...but it does not become beautiful until the finish is applied. This series will give your students an understanding of the finishing options available, including advantages and disadvantages. The correct preparation and safe application methods for each are demonstrated. A Meridian Production. 16-minute video.

Painting Wood Furniture is a ten-minute video which is part of the series, Wood Finishing.A craftsman can plan, cut, and assemble a fine piece of furniture...but it does not become beautiful until the finish is applied. This series will give your students an understanding of the finishing options available, including advantages and disadvantages. The correct preparation and safe application methods for each are demonstrated. A Meridian Production. 10-minute video.

Preparing Wood is a seventeen-minute video which is part of the series, Wood Finishing.A craftsman can plan, cut, and assemble a fine piece of furniture...but it does not become beautiful until the finish is applied. This series will give your students an understanding of the finishing options available, including advantages and disadvantages. The correct preparation and safe application methods for each are demonstrated. A Meridian Production. 17-minute video.

A radial arm saw may just be the most versatile power tool in the shop-and also the most hazardous. This video thoroughly acquaints viewers with it. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (17 minutes)

Help your students get in the groove. This video introduces the router through table-mounted and freehand applications. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Correlates to competency standards for core curriculum and carpentry from the National Center for Construction Education & Research. A Shopware Production. (20 minutes)

This video focuses on the skill of sanding, with an emphasis on square corners and small pieces. Making sanding jigs for drill presses and disc sanders is also covered. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (13 minutes)

This video explains the effect of cutting speed on wood finish and how to transfer patterns. Also, the use of sliding compound miter saws, scroll saws, and routers is demonstrated. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. A Shopware Production. (9 minutes)

Staining Wood is a twenty-minute video which is part of the series, Wood Finishing.A craftsman can plan, cut, and assemble a fine piece of furniture...but it does not become beautiful until the finish is applied. This series will give your students an understanding of the finishing options available, including advantages and disadvantages. The correct preparation and safe application methods for each are demonstrated. A Meridian Production. 20-minute video.