Power Tools Q&A

WhiteDove asked:

He has several types of big saws, and all the little power tools-drills, dremels (sp?), power sanders and the like. He is good at woodworking, but I don’t think he has many woodworking type tools. Any guy or girl out there who enjoys working with tools, what tools are you glad you own, or what tools are on your wish list??

Thanks!

Question posted courtesy of: Kyle

Wendy B asked:

My husband has been working in custom cabinets for the past 10 years. He knows all phases from fabrication to install, but has focused the last 5 as the finish department manager. At 32, it’s pretty clear that the pay is topped out already and for the most part, we’ve yet to find a company that offers medical benefits of any sort. He’s also concerned about being exposed to all the paint fumes 40 hours a week.

He enjoys what he does, but is considering a change to hopefully earn what he’s worth and get benefits.

To those of you who have experience in the woodworking field, what can you tell me about careers in cabinets…does the pay get better? What about becoming a general contractor? Up’s and down’s of opening his own shop to do finishing and refinishing work?

He’s exploring possibilities right now and he really wants to make a smart move….where there is room to grow, decent money, and lots of work. We would like our own business, but $’s an issue. Thanks.

Question posted courtesy of: James

FLINT SUMMERS asked:

for routers miter saws biscuit jointers jigsaws planers sanders circular saws chop saws

Question posted courtesy of: Lucy

J D asked:

i want to start with woodworking (Hobbie) i don’t know much about it but i am very handy
ill like some help in what to buy first and what is the best project to start with for me?

Question posted courtesy of: Katherine

ahker27 asked:

i am interested in doing volunteer woodworking work in Atlanta GA only. if you have any information please reply

Question posted courtesy of: Cheryl

gary h asked:

I want to make levels as a present for some of my woodworking friends, but have not been able to find the parts that fit inside of the wood piece.

Question posted courtesy of: Courtney

Jerryharry asked:

Brought woodworking patterns up but the FC&A Patterns won’t come up. They advertise under Woodworking Patterns/FC&A, but the web site you have to go to states: page cannot be found.

Question posted courtesy of: Ann

Cathy V asked:

My Bosch cordless drill batteries will not charge - could they have died ??

Question posted courtesy of: Lorraine

JoJoZZZ asked:

it was a power saw, sander type tool on an infomercial

Question posted courtesy of: Lucille