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Buying A Planer?

Sometimes a do-it-yourself project comes along tha t we truly need a specific tool to help us do it right. Here is one such task: What do you do when you have a piece of wood that needs to be leveled or straightened? For this project, a planer or jointer is the way to go.

What are the differences between the types of planers or jointers, and what features should you look for when choosing one? Also, which manufacturers make planers and jointers? The following information is designed to be useful for both professional and residential applications.

What Is a Planer?
A planer is a power tool (hand-held or bench-top) designed to help level or straighten a piece of wood by shaving its face. A rotating cutter head spins while the wood is pushed beneath it. The cutter heads utilize one of several methods, including curved or straight blades, or staggered carbide cutter bits. Read Entire Article

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