Tools & Materials
Clamps in the Woodshop
A look at their variety, construction and common uses
Having lots of clamps doesn’t solve all your gluing up and assembly problems, but it does help to have options and to know which clamps to use for the job at hand. In this article, Bernie Maas narrows his discussion to those he finds best for furniture making. He explains how to choose clamps for your shop and for specific tasks, how to use them, how specialty clamps measure up, and where to find the ones you want. He addresses aim and pressure, laminating stock, gluing up panels, flattening misaligned joints, and squaring up carcases, among other topics.
From Fine Woodworking #106
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