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How to Use a Planer: A Complete Guide from Basics to Advanced Techniques
Using a wood planer can significantly enhance your woodworking projects by providing smooth and even surfaces. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced woodworker, understanding how to use a pla...

What Does a Wood Jointer Do? 4 Tips to Choose the Best Benchtop Jointer
Last Updated January 11, 2024
In the realm of woodworking, a jointer is an indispensable tool that can transform rough lumber into a polished piece ready for your next project. This article aims t...

What is a Wood Planer? A Guide to Choosing the Best Planer
What is a thickness planer and how to choose the best one? A planer is a must-have tool for woodworkers. In this guide we'll share the best benchtop planers worth considering for 2023.

Sander or Planer: Using the Right Tool for the Right Job
What’s the difference between planer and sander? When do I use each one? Discover what separates planer vs sander is so you could use the right tool for your wood projects!

Spiral Cutter or Straight Blade Cutter: Is There a Difference?
Maybe you’re ready to buy your first jointer or planer, or perhaps you’re thinking of upgrading to a newer one. If so, you may be wondering if you should purchase one that has a spiral cutterhead o...

Jointer vs Planer: What's the Difference & Which to Choose
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What is a Jointer?
What a Jointer Can't Do
Learn more about CUTECH’s benchtop jointer with spiral cutterhead.
What is a Planer?
What a Planer Can't Do
Learn more about CUT...

What is Planer Snipe? 4 Essential Ways to Minimize Snipe
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What is Planer Snipe?
What Causes Snipe?
How to Reduce Planer Snipe. 4 Essential Ways to Prevent / Minimize Snipe
1. Use sacrificial boards of equal thickness
2. Use a joint...