The Norwegian Woodworker
What this site is about...
This site is about woodworking - focusing on wood, finishes, safety and chemical hygiene - for any woodworker who wants to learn more.
However, no space is dedicated to projects - this is the "bread and butter" items for woodworking magazines, and they are much better at this than I am. An internet search can give you a lead to what you are looking for....
I will not show off what tools I have - I am not a tool snob. Neither will I list any suppliers nor tool stores - except for some specializing in old/used hand tools. You'll find these under "Resources". However, I will share with you modifications I have done to some of my tools - modifications that cold be of interest to fellow tool tinkerers... This stuff is listed under "Tool Tricks and Tips".
Woodworking is a great hobby. Going to the shop is a wonderful way to relax - whether you are making a masterpiece that will gain you reputation in a show or among woodworking peers - or just to make shavings and dust. Maybe you are just hiding in the shop to get peace and quiet, or to just fondle tools and wood...
However, there is no reason why you should come back from the shop with fewer body parts, or even with loss of sight or hearing. Fine dust from woodworking machines can cause severe rashes for some of us, it will also damage our lungs and cause other health issues. The same goes with some of the finishes we use. So I have included one section dealing with safety and another dealing with chemical hygiene in the woodworking shop. Hopefully this can increase awareness of potential hazards among hobby woodworkers.
I hope you go to your shop with increased knowledge - and awareness - so you can enjoy woodworking safely for years to come.
If you have any suggestions to links that will enhance this site or other comments and questions - I will greatly appreciate you letting me know... here is my contact information and the linking policy that I follow.
Sincerely,
norwegianwoodworker.com
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