Daren Rifen

Hi! My name is Daren Rifen and I am a woodworker enthusiast. I love DIY projects, such as furniture that can be used in the home. Throughout my life I have been involved in many forms of woodworking: carpentry, cabinet making, boat building, sign painting to name just a few. I also enjoy doing hand-on tests and reviews about different types of saws for cutting different materials. I grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and I have always been into making things with my hands. As soon as I was old enough to hold a hammer (about 4 years old), I would go around the house looking for things that needed fixing or building new from scratch. My parents often tell me stories of how they’d find me on the couch with all these tools spread out all over me while watching cartoons. My dad taught me how to use power tools when I was 7 years old and he got tired of putting up with all my annoying questions about what each tool does

What Is The Best Wood For Carving

What Is The Best Wood For Carving: Where To Get Woods For Carving

Without the right type of wood, wood carving becomes a struggle. Some wood types are too soft while others are too knotty that they are nearly impossible to carve. So what is the best wood for carving?  Generally speaking, the best wood for carving is wood sourced from leafy hardwoods. Hardwoods tend to absorb less […]

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7 Best Contractor Table Saw: Power Up Your Project

Portable table saws are designed for hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts. They are not intended to handle large-scale projects. It is for this reason that the pros turn to contractor table saws. These offer more power and take up more space. Contractor table saws are large bulky and difficult to transport. However, unlike their portable counterparts,

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6 1/2 vs 7 1/4 Circular Saw Showdown: The Battle of the Blades

A circular saw is a versatile power tool used in woodworking, metalworking, and construction. It is an essential tool for any DIY enthusiast or professional builder. The circular saw’s effectiveness is determined by the size of the blade, and it is critical to choose the right blade size for your needs. Circular saw blades come

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