Hello people! I’m beginning to have some interest about woodworking and I’m trying to have some proper tools or accessories that I will surely use in my everyday tasks. Do you have any recommendations for me? Honestly, I don’t have much money for this, so I would love to have some cheap but worthy recommendations. Thanks!
Basic wood tools and accessories for beginner
- Thread starter Clever Capuchin
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When you need power tools for your beginner projects, start having a drill, orbital sander, and circular saw. These tools are very versatile when it comes to beginner wood works, they are easy to use, and very straightforward. Also, when buying them, choose brands that are well known, but not on those crazy expensive branded tools.
I 100% agree on clamps, you’ll never know you needed more until in the midst of gluing, you’re suddenly out of clamps to use. 
If you wanted to buy them at a very cheap price, you might want to check your local auction houses or yard sale.
If you wanted to buy them at a very cheap price, you might want to check your local auction houses or yard sale.My take on this is to invest in a neat table saw and forget about cheap power tools. Yeah, it might be out of budget for a beginner like you, because it really is expensive. But, the benefits of it on wood working is unmatched compared with power tools. It will surely save you some frustrations in the future.
Seriously??? He’s just a beginner, man! Table saw is not the best recommendation for him as of now. He’ll do fine with straightedge and some circular saw. Save the table saw for later, if your hobby will do great for you.
Get a decent set of chisels and mallet for hand tools, even power tools can’t do some tasks compared to a decent hand tool. Tasks like cleaning up cuts, joinery, and custom finishes. I suggest starting on Stanley’s budget sets, they’re good for newbies.
Yeah, chisels. I’m eyeing on them too. Do they come sharp enough when bought? Or do I need to sharpen them right away?
Sharp them before using, especially most new chisels – they’re not razor sharp when brand new. If you want, buy a basic sharpening setup such as combi stone and honing guide – it’ll make your life easier when it comes to wood working.
Get some bench plane. I know, it isn’t an essential one, but having one will give you ease on smoothing wood and cleaning edges for finishing. Get 4 or 5 size, these are the most versatile sizes. Search for them on eBay or flea markets if you’re budget is really that tight.
I agree on your take. Bench plain is a bit intimidating for starters, but once you’ve get a hang of it, you’ll never go back haha! But before diving deep into them, make sure to master your saws and chisel, you’ll never regret mastering it.
Your take makes me curious about planes even more! Where can I find a good vintage model that only needs cleaning before using?
Search for brands like Record or Stanley, they’re the most reputable when it comes to bench planes. Conduct some good research about them before buying. Don’t worry about rust for they can be easily cleaned, worry about their sole (flat bottom part), for they are its bread and butter.
Thank you for this reminder, dude! I already have some good masks and glasses. I’ll consider earmuffs. Do you have any recommendations for me? Only cheap pairs, man!
A sturdy workbench can do great wonders. You can DIY it, but make sure to make them stable enough for your everyday task.