Beginners Guide To Table Saws

[@dottyjyoung]

And those of us who are self-taught end up having skill gaps. Thanks for this. I'd love one on routers.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Yep. I'm still learning things that I should have from the beginning.

[@FounderOf4]

My skill gaps are as wide as the Grand Canyon. I can use all the education that you (and the Community ) can provide

[@jinzo8598]

came here to say routers as well.

[@JohnClark-tt2bl]

From a safety perspective, routers scare me more than table saws. Never been hurt on a table saw, but a router caused a nice cut to a finger.

[@Marjax]

Ditto for the routers, I got one a few months ago and ended up spooking myself. Now it lurks up on the shelf louering like a gargoyle 😅

[@graywolf6014]

Been watching your channel for a while now. First thank you for what you do, teaching, and showing us the sales side, what sells, and how to create the product. Second, teaching the differences between pieces of equipment, from beginning to professional and price points. You're awesome man, I'm beginning to get the confidence in a steady future, Love your channel, again thank you for what you do.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@alexreid4131]

Great idea for a new series. So long as it doesn’t detract from you sharing with us things that sell then I’m all for it.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Oh I have plenty of that content to come! No worries.

[@alexreid4131]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking phew! Comforting to know 👍

[@scottgarzell8014]

Wonderful series idea. Great for all wood workers getting started or a refresher for the more experienced. Planers would be a good series as well.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Great idea!

[@dookyshoes2684]

Ditto!!!

[@terrycrouch1390]

Adjusting the fence for routers for different size bits. Love the Channel

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@sellarsr123]

Mathew I want to say thank you so much for all you do, I haven’t 2 1/2 years bc I’m filling for disability and I have gotten so depressed the last 6 months but I ran across one of your u-tube videos and it brought me back to life, I fill better now then I have In a looting I have always loved carpentry and wood working but learned from trile and error until NOW you are a great teacher so after Christmas im gonna try and get some shop tools.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I love to hear this. I am glad you are doing better. I use woodworking as my therapy also. I find great joy and satisfaction in creating something from nothing essentially. Keep up the good work and thank you for the message.

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Matthew, great rundown on Table Saws. Could you please add Bandsaws to your “back to basics” line up? Thanks for making us smarter!

[@shawnevans827]

I'm looking forward to this series Matthew Peech. This was a great introduction!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Glad to hear it!

[@paulrooster2108]

Wifey got me a DEWALT DWE7491RS Table Saw , for my Birthday. It was a HUGE upgrade from my old black&decker firestorm I bought like 12 yrs ago for $75.00 . I had wanted to get one of the Big Rigid Saws that use to be like $350, but then jumped to around $800. Being a weekend Wood Butcher it just wasn't practical. I must say I'm very impressed & pleased with this DEWALT DWE7491RS Table Saw. It's very Accurate an Affordable.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Very nice!

[@WomanUnfiltered]

Another great video. Available space is reason I went with what i refer to as the starter table saw. Honestly, building mostly small projects its all I've needed. Id love tips on jigsaws. I tend to battle with geting cuts as smooth as possible, especially if there's a lot of curves.

[@214rwoz]

Thanks for all your time and effort, that was great, really.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

My pleasure!

[@simplyblessed7036]

I have a Ryobi jobsite saw that I bought for my birthday in July; I finally got up the courage to use it

[@Griffinwoodworks]

Thank you sir. I had to find some of this out the hard way. I’d like to suggest one on planers and jointers. They often get lumped into the same category like you can’t have one without the other, and as you know, one is more of a luxury tool if you have a planer and table saw.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@robb9079]

I second this idea, would love to see a video of each.

[@kathyseacrist3813]

This information is exactly what I need. Thank you!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gregschroeder1128]

My father designed and built a large addition to our house in the early 70's. He did all the work on the addition except for the rock fireplace wall, blowing the popcorn ceiling and pouring the foundation. I was young but he introduced me to woodworking and peaked my interests as I recall the many projects he built for friends, family and the church. I am semi-retired but would love to be fully retired by earning that extra money doing what my father did in his spare time. These videos have inspired me to pursue this ambition and the new series is helping to get my beginners workshop up and running. Thank you Mr Peech for giving me the courage to take this step. As you always say, "you can do it."

[@davidbroadfoot1864]

*piqued

[@cherriemater]

Thank you. Someday I will have my own shop and now I can begin my inventory list for what I will purchase when I receive my inheritance and can make all my dreams a reality. 😊

[@RogerMcCauley-s1e]

Great idea Thanks for doing these. Looking forward to the next one

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for watching!

[@RAcreativewoodworks]

Well done Matthew and I would like to see one on routers and common bits

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

That would be a good one. Could cover cordless, palm, and full size.

[@davidkendrick3158]

@MatthewPeech add to that router tables!

[@scotthurt4134]

Great stuff .... I'm currently shopping for my first table saw. Love this type of information!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Glad to help! I wish I knew some of this stuff from the start instead of learning the hard way.

[@ultra-o3363]

I love your videos I've only been subscribed for 2 months but I can honestly say I can watch your videos on repeat. Great work

[@billcooke9923]

Building a table for my table saw now for an old craftsman table saw. Still works well and got it when my father passed, so I'm trying to hold onto it as long as I can. Its the middle grade, cast top, steel rails fence is heavy as well. Making the table so I can take it outside my shop on the nicer days. I have a 10' X 16' shed I work out of and the table will definitly come in handy. Thank you for all your videos they are very informative for a somewhat beginner

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

My pleasure!

[@ShariDv]

I’m so excited you’re doing this series- you can inspire someone to become a woodworker/ think out of the box(etrrrrr😆) stumbled across you during the planning (?) stage- (you were cold/ your boys were helpful with the walls. I’ve been glued ever since.

[@corystuard6251]

Matthew, you read my mind, I've been shopping and there a few good reviews for Table saws.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Perfect timing!

[@tapanddestroy]

Started with a jobsite saw for a few months and hated it. Ended up getting the exact same Delta saw you have for $80 from someone that was paying it forward. It was a night and day difference and upgrade. Really going to enjoy this series.

[@John-yt5zr]

Great information, I’m just getting back into woodworking and bought a new miter saw this weekend, I will be buying a table saw next week, a job site saw, trying to make some side money for now. Watched your video on the kreg pocket hole jig, bought it and made a workbench today using it. Lots of useful information here, thanks so much for helping us newbies out!

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video especially for beginners thanks for sharing

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bmiller1958]

I’d like to know more about the different routers. Also discuss planers and jointers. Thanks!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks

[@DaraHijazi]

Thanks a lot!! Very helpful and I needed this detailed yet easy and simple explanation. You definitely helped me to know which table saw I need now.

[@freidabjork1302]

Thanks for diving so deep into the differences of these machines.

[@chrisflavelle1200]

I started with a screamer(direct drive) that worked for what I needed it for. Unfortunately had to stop my hobby for a while, when I moved to a property with no garage and stupid poor access to the basement. When I finally got a garage, I was lucky enough to inherit(though he's still alive and well) my father's Rockwell/Beaver Contractor Style table saw. Still cuts straight and true. Much quieter as well due to the belt drive instead of Direct drive. Would love to move up to a cabinet saw at some point, but the projects don't require it at the moment. Looking forward to more of this type of video as well as the regular videos. Stay safe.

[@ReadySetHomesteadUSA]

Great info! I’m about to start my side hustle with goal of it becoming my full time gig. I’m about to get a table saw so this was very helpful

[@dookyshoes2684]

Revisiting basics - Great idea and much appreciated! Thank you.

[@mswobo23]

"ROACHED OUT" haven't heard that in 40 years...lol...great channel

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Lol thanks for watching

[@sourcecode5273]

thank you for educating me.

[@Ron-0417]

I went from a cheap $79 jobsite saw some 35 years ago, to one of Craftsman's best contractor saws over 30 years ago. Still have it, and still does the job, for the most part. I have often thought about a cabinet saw, but can't justify pulling that trigger. $$$$$

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I understand what you mean.

[@withoutfurtheradoforever]

I sold tablesaws for years. Just got back into woodworking. Recently, I bought a Dewalt DWE749RS jobs saw. I must say, the cut quality ( with a good blade) astonishes me. The fence accuracy is as good as my old Biesmeyer.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Nice! Thanks for sharing

[@brucepaddle6603]

Top notch presentation with great, valuable information. Thanks for this Matthew!

[@lazygardens]

Way back when I renovated houses, I hauled my cheap little jobsite saw all over town. That and the chop saw for flooring and framing got me through a lot of projects.

[@risalangdon9883]

Matt, this is a very beneficial breakdown!!!! Greatly looking forward to the next one on what the saw can do!!! Thanks!!

[@nickyt3269]

another great video, very informative and I hope the start of another great series!!

[@jadd6810]

I still have my Skill table saw with stand that I bought around 2002ish. I would love a contractor saw but with only a 2.5 car garage, space is tight. If I need sheet goods ripped at anything over 21" I can get it done when I buy the material from HomeDepot or Sutherlands. I recently upgraded my miter saw from a 2003ish Delta ShopMaster to a Delta Cruzer sliding dual bevel miter saw and that has been a game changer for me! I've bought a handful of plans from your Etsy shop cause I am a "plans in the hands" guy. I am working on 2 3-picket planter boxes for in front of our shed. My wife decorates it like a tiny house. I get compliments all the time from people about it, I should add it to your brag board. You've been my go to woodworking guy since Norm Abram retired.

[@jjjrican3544]

Great video Matt

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@dalerardon1687]

Great Idea for a series! Keep up the awesome work and thank you!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks, will do!

[@dcruicks1]

Thank you! I learned a lot. I appreciate the series too!

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

Great job on the video brother.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Much appreciated

[@MegaDadof6]

Great Video. Always learn something when watching your videos. Thanks

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@davesparks3545]

A episode about routers and shapers and the differences between the two. I have seen many posts in woodworking groups with misunderstandings between the two.

[@timlewis6291]

This series is a great idea

[@jeaniemalone5304]

I’m excited for the back to basics videos. I’d like to see basic operating and safety information on all the basic stationary AND hand power tools. Then, videos giving tips and hacks would also be great after establishing basic knowledge and safety. Thank you!!!😁

[@eroggero]

Glad a found your channel , lots of great info and straight forward.i have a job site saw, haven’t use in a long time had a piece of wood kick back and flew by me. Not sure what I did wrong. Need to get over that fear lol. Love to get into more wood working for home projects..

[@tomcoffey483]

Great information. I started out with a small jobsite saw. I have a small contractor saw that I've had for 10 plus years. I'm looking for an upgrade. I know I don't have the room for a cabinet saw.

[@christophertaron4901]

Awesome video! Don't forget scroll saws, I picked up a little Ryobi for my son to make some Christmas crafts, and he never got into it. Now I'm trying to apply it to fall/Halloween crafts, and it's more complicated then I thought.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the feedback and suggestion.

[@jtcmlt1]

@MatthewPeechWoodworking, thank you for a very informative video.

[@kimstoner1772]

Thank you for the explanations of these saws. Although, I don't have any of them, it's still good to know! I have a small miter saw that I use for crafting and it's still new for me! I wood really like to see you do a video showing all it can do!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Miter saws are definitely on my list. Thank you.

[@grillinrich9205]

Hi Matthew, you did a great video covering everything about table saws except my table saw. Yup there is 1 more category for table saws and that is the homemade DIY POS. I have no room in my 8×10 shed for any kind of factory made saw so I made a table saw out of necessity and made it to fit in the shed with other tools and storage in 1/2 of the shed. I took a 2'×3' 3/4" exterior plywood and mounted an inverted 7 1/4" circular saw underneath and made a simple fence of plywood and for the most part works well. It doesn't have all of the factory made conveniences for I can only do a 90°and 45° cuts but I really don't think I will be doing any angles in between. It is kinda portable and the base is 3/4" welded tubing I had found in the alley. It's truly the "Po man's table saw" (poor on space).

[@davidlynch7666]

I just picked up a $1,500 delta contractor saw with cast iron wings new in box on Facebook marketplace for $140 without the fence and rails. Bought those pieces at Home Depot for $110. So much better than having to use a square and a measuring tape every time i move the fence! And for less than I paid for the shitty saw lol.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Nice find!

[@deanm4138]

That was very informative love the fact that you restored the old delta I have a ridgid contractor table saw that I have to restore the cast iron top on , and I’ve got an old craftsman radial arm saw I’ve rebuilt it was my father in laws he bought it new in 1985 he was getting rid of it so it’s in my shop now I’ve built it into the Center of a 16’ long work bench . Going to have to check out the video you did on restoring the delta

[@michaelwillson6847]

Dude that was Wicked video. I have a table saw that's kinda cross between jobsite and contractors saw. Would love cabinet saw but can't justify it right now. Maybe 1 day. Would love to see a breakdown on routers mainly plunge as thats what i have but what they can do how to use and what bits etc. Although routers scare the crap out me would really help a brother out! 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@JamesSmullins]

I bought my ryobi jobsite saw for four main reasons. 1st was it was a ten in blade on a 15 amp motor. They have two models of the ten inch one is $200 and the other is $250. The only difference is table size and a second miter slot on the more expensive one, I should have waited one more week and got the bigger one just for the miter slot but it's certainly not a deal breaker. The second reason is the ten inch models are designed for Dada stacks upto 13/16 wide. That was something I needed for a big job I was doing and saved me a lot of time which meant even after buying the saw and blades I made more profit from the job. Third was light weight which means I can tote it around easily. Fourth was it fit in my micro shop (8' x 20' shipping container) and be able to use it inside out of the sun which matters here in Texas. It's been plenty powerful enough to cut through everything I've thrown at it including the Dada blades on long cuts.

[@ZER0o10]

Thanks for the series! Planer would be a good one aswell.

[@davidhabener5767]

I'm still using my Delta 36-650 with bench dog router table wing. bought 20 years ago.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Oh yea!

[@glong2720]

Thank you for sharing Sir.

[@bmiller1958]

Very helpful video. Thank you.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You're welcome!

[@JERRYChester-w5s]

Matthew, Could you do a segment on a Tenoning Jig . I purchased the Wood River Tenoning Jig and i am having a hell of a time dialing this thing in .

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@IM4MyGod00]

I'd love to see you do a video on Planer and Jointer use.

[@jond1965]

Love my delta 10” job site saw. Will be using that for now. I need a shop first lol

[@3s-Woodworking]

Beginner here and after research and considering the price I settled for the ridgid r4550 jobsite saw. Came with rack and pinion fence, stand, and accepts 8 in dado stack. Also got it on sale. Definitely fits my current use as a "weekend warrior" but hopefully with time and improvement within the craft will upgrade.

[@heathermichaelson6957]

This is awesome. How about an episode on circular saws vs track saws vs using a track with a circular saw or something like that

[@joetownfelononpsn577]

This is gonna be a great series. The only tools ive used prior to now was high school and we know their the biggest and best and most cant afford right out if the gate. So I went with a jobsite saw for now. Id like to to routers and planers too. I have a craftsman plainer/joiner table top but know nothing about it lol. Thanks again

[@smhmmc]

Awesome video man!! Love your channel! Wondering why you went with the Harvey over sawstop?

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I have a video explaining why I chose Harvey. Check it out.

[@randyharrod8721]

Videos are great, thanks. Do you have a video on the miter saw shroud and the dust collector to trailer? Thanks

[@khiaraslaw]

Some jobsite saws allow for dado stacks.. Such as the Metabo and Dewalt.

[@214rwoz]

I'm making some money on my dog food pedestal, water bowl, food bowl you know what I mean. I would really like to see your take on one. Always and I mean always looking for new ideas. Thanks again for all your time and effort.

[@sflagg0817]

Great video, I currently have the Metabo jobsite table saw while I never had an issue Lowes had a sale that I found out about on a woodworking forum, the Delta 36-725t2 regular price 699 was 349 so I jumped on it I was not really in the market due to space limitations I live in western NY so warm weather I’m in the garage colder weather my wife’s car is in the garage, it’s a 2 car garage but our kayaks are on a rack I made that takes up space plus no heat anyway I figured I keep the delta and make it work, I have the space in the winter set up but just a little tight but it may be worth it

[@myroom380]

I’d be interested in a video about drum sanders I purchased one and love using it but there’s just not as many videos out there as there is for table saws and other tools

[@DaveHively]

Great information as always!! Thanks Matthew

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

My pleasure!

[@anglobricks9086]

Matthew is a innovator👍🏻

[@dadjokesanddovetails]

Awesome video yet again!

[@robertjackson1407]

Thank you 😊

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No problem

[@davidward1259]

Learned on both Radial Arm and Cabinet Saws in high school in the early 1970's (back when Shop class was a thing). I've had a 10" Radial Arm saw of my own since 1978, and I have my grandfather's 1950's Contractor saw that he built his retirement farmhouse with, and my other grandfather's 8" craftsman tilting table saw from the 1940's (table tilts instead of the blade). I really want a Harvey cabinet saw though, even though for decades the radial arm has been my workhorse. And yes I can still break down a 4x8 sheet of plywood on a radial arm saw (if I have to in this age of track saws).

[@dian3145]

Interesting idea for a series! I would like to get into milling my lumber. My current Delta tabletop bandsaw only has a cutting capacity of 3.5”. Struggling with decision to go to a 14” floor model to get 6”.

[@Shannon-v3r]

I was in a rush to get one and ended up with the delta from Lowe’s. Once I figured out how to dial it in and make jigs, it’s hard to beat it for the price. Sure I have to make sure the fence is square before making crucial cuts but honestly, it will do everything I need it to do. Oh yeah, I have good blades and keep them clean, I love it. Still want a Harvey though

[@keiththompson2337]

great upload thanks . the problem i have with a table saw is the noise . i alwas have to go for one with an induction motor and hopfully cast iron top . the problem is i am in uk and its hard to find one with an induction motor

[@woodraptordesigns]

Great video, how about a Bandsaw video, I had no idea what it meant to buy a 14" saw, like what does that mean? I know now but when researching I had no idea.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@kevinmiller1881]

Routers are to me the most complicated tools to use, as in, setting them up and fine tuning them and basically everything else. 😂 I have a dewalt jobsite saw and at the beginning I thought that any table saw could handle dado blades and then I see a video saying that they couldn't and I'm like aww what. But, I'm glad I found out that before I bought those expensive dado blades.

[@carolhudson3219]

I'm interested in which planer will work best in a beginners small shop

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

That will be a good one

[@Lady_of_Ishpeming]

Thanks!❤

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No problem

[@trainerdad]

My job site saw (a Ryobi 10" handed down by my father-in-law) has it's own built in collapsable legs and two wheels for when you need to move it. A nice feature. I noticed recently that I can't get the blade to a full 90 degrees. I have to take it apart and figure out why. I'm assuming there's built up sawdust that is blocking something. It does what I need it to do, especially in the space I have.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

yea it's most likely something simple. Open it up and blow it out really good. While its open grease up the gearing.

[@guybowers9094]

Great information, this should help many people decide which is best for them. I watched your video when you purchased the Harvey tablesaw and just wondering after having it for awhile would you purchase that saw again. I'm looking at that or the Sawstop for my next purchase

[@christyh]

I would love to know all about routers.. to cut out the inside of something, cut around the outside edge, and using a router table. Some of these words may not be the right words 😂 but that's why I need to learn

[@GreenDiamond-j3y]

Hey Mat. Love your Videos and I've learned a lot from you, I buy a lot of your plains, they're very detailed. I've been looking for a Shoe Shine Box build, I know boxes are an easy build but I'm looking for something fancy,what you got?

[@robertspina4503]

Another great video if you can do a video on the drum sander that will be great thanks

[@matthall2860]

Id really enjoy a series on jointers. I own a jointer, use it frequently but still feel as if I don't know how to properly use it! To me, the jointer has a bit of finese and touch when it comes to squaring a warped, bowed, twisted boards that I often times struggle to get accurate results.

[@theoilykrafter]

Thanks for the info! Good video! My husband got me a Ryobi job site size table saw for Christmas this year, so I can make the 1 picket snowflakes that you show us how to make. It came with a 8 1/4" blade with 24 teeth, what is your recommendation on the number of teeth on the blade for cutting those pickets?

[@chrisdecaro9148]

Great video. I see you said you refurbished the delta contractor saw. I have the same saw and I can not get the 45° belevel to cut square to the table and guide. I have tried everything from removing the motor get it all in line put motor back on and it goes back out of aline. I'm able to get the blade squared up to the table. Do you have any tips or trickes you could share.? It is very frustrating

[@chuckbranham8168]

I’d like to know how to use a jointer and why you would need it and if you really need to have one?

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@karenhearn1391]

I would love to know what you think about harbor freight woodworking tools? I have very little and as I make money will be looking to buy a table saw, circular, saw, and or router at some point. I have a basic Walmart sander and a miter saw I got from a pawnshop.

[@reverendfawkes6138]

I'm a complete newbie to woodworking and was wondering about pre-drilling pilot holes. Do you have a video that explains when to pre-drill and when not to?

[@rebeccabarnett8278]

I acquired a miter saw and yesterday i just bought a table saw. Dewalt with legs and with wheels. My last table saw was unsafe. I was given it and it did not have an on off switch so i hooked up a surge protecter to be the switch but it was still unsafe inaccurate and time for it to go to tool heaven. I bet my cuts are gonna be straight and accurate. besides the miter saw id like to know more about rotary tools and a lath?

[@joshuapreusser2265]

This has further making me appreciate the Makita 2705 I bought several years ago. Really too bad that it's been discontinued as it's the only 10" table saw that I've seen capable of cutting 4x lumber in a single pass -- every other 10" saw I've seen doesn't have have the the cutting depth to do that even if they have the power to do so. In hind sight, it probably shouldn't have been much of a surprise that it was discontinued as it seemed to be marketed as a "jobsite saw" - but it was one of the heaviest being sold in that category at the time. Likewise, I doubt many "jobsite saws" are really used for cutting dado's -- even if/when they are capable of doing so (like the 2705 can). While I haven't used mine for dados (yet), I've ripped quite a few 4x boards with it -- and using a sharp/quality thin kerf blade has given me cuts (through pine at least) that rival what I've seen come off of cabinet saws. So really liked the video overall, but it could probably have gone a bit more basic in the way of specific saw features to consider when buying ...especially if/when a particular table saw may not cleanly fit into a single category. For example: not sure how many would understand how/why a cast iron top can be better than an aluminum one (not all cast iron tops are made as flat as they probably should be). ..just my $0.02 (and given inflation it might not even be worth that).

[@coppulor6500]

I have a Delta "hybrid" saw. Which is really just the middle category in this video. I wish mine could cut 4x4 material 😕