Metal Basics

Working with Metals

April 2022 #264, Metal Basics, metalwork, Techniques, Woodworking Posts / Enthusiast

Tools and techniques for general metalwork in the shop. While the woodshop may be where I’m most comfortable, I’ve been fascinated by metalwork for some time. I’m always watching for tips and tricks I can steal for my own use, …
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Hot Pipe Bending

AW149, Metal Basics, metalwork, Popular Metalworking, Techniques, Woodworking Posts / Enthusiast

Shape wood with a propane torch. Here’s a simple, but effective way to bend thin stock (1/4″ thick or less). The only tools you need are a length of 1-1/2″ galvanized pipe, a propane torch, a jig to hold them …
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