How to build a solid, outdoor bench with Russell Platten
With the right tools and some good working knowledge of woodwork, you can create eye-catching pieces for your home and garden that would impress any visitor.
Tools are nowhere near as restrictive as they used to be. Today, you can use cordless power tools and give yourself the freedom and space you need to work effectively. Cordless mitre saws and jigsaws can offer stunningly smooth cuts, so your project’s pieces look professional and fit together like a glove.
Whether you’re a total newcomer or a seasoned DIY pro, use Evolution cordless power tools to make your woodwork projects as easy as possible. In this video, furniture maker Russell Platten shows us how to create a solid outdoor wooden bench.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on how you’re planning to cut the timber. For example, if you need to make intricate cuts at different angles and shapes, you’d be better off with a cordless jigsaw. But, if you only need to make straight cuts, a mitre saw would do the job. If you need to cut a lot of timber at the same angle or in the same way, you may be better off using a table saw, which will allow you to cut through many pieces at rapid speed. When you’re working with any kind of wood, it’s always advisable to use a wood blade. This is a blade that’s been specifically designed to cut wood and offer the best results, with smooth cuts and as little chipping or splintering as possible. Wood blades tend to have fewer teeth than blades that are built to cut through tougher materials, like metal, as wood is much softer and less resistant. Cordless mitre saws will give you just as good of a performance as a corded mitre saw, without the limitations and awkwardness presented by cords. Plus, whenever power tools are involved, cords present an unnecessary safety risk that’s better avoided if you can. But what surprises most people is the power capabilities of cordless mitre saws and other cordless power tools, which prove to be just as powerful and forceful as their corded counterparts. Mitre saws were traditionally made for cutting wood. However, thanks to modern blades, which are custom-made to deal with rugged materials, the right blade in a mitre saw can be used to cut hard metals like steel. Just be sure you’re using the correct blade, though. Using a blade that’s not designed to cut metal while cutting metal is dangerous and could result in blade damage issues or a serious malfunctionWhich cordless power tool is best for cutting timber?
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