What Is Each Type of Welding Rod Used For?
One of the major problems that most beginner welders run into is that they are not familiar with what each welding rod is used for. This can be one of the frustrations in getting started in welding. However, I can tell you that even though I’ve been working in welding for quite a few years,…
14 Essential Beginner Welding Tools You Have to Buy
If I want to start welding, which tools should I invest in? Beginner welders should purchase a quality welder, first and foremost. In addition, you’ll also need to buy supplemental tools, accessories, safety gear, and shielding gas. Despite the initial investment, it’s important to privilege quality over a cheap price tag when welding. As the…
10 Advanced Projects to Help You Really Grow as a Welder
There are a lot of woodworkers out there that are trying to become more proficient at welding so that they can incorporate metal aspects into their builds. This could not only make your build stronger, but it can also bring an extra special aesthetic to whatever your building. Having said that, the best way to…
5 Master Projects That Show You Are One Of The Best Welders In The World
As a woodworker, for years I have tried to incorporate metal into my builds. There are many people out there that like the combination look of wood and metal objects. Having said that, many people think that just because you’re a woodworker that you can’t be world class welder as well. If you haven’t done…
5 Beginner Projects For Woodworkers To Get Started With Welding
While some schools attempt to get their students into welding at an early age, not every curriculum is looking to teach students trades like this. Many schools have woodworking programs that tend to appeal to a good portion of the students, but welding is not something that is typically taught along with it. Having said…
5 Intermediate Projects to Really Help You Grow as a Welder
There are a lot of woodworkers out there trying to incorporate welding and metal work into their builds. This lends a certain aesthetic to any project you are working on, so who knows, maybe you’ve already dabbled in this before. If you have done this before, then the likelihood is you found some projects that…
The Ultimate Guide to Welding and Children
Most experienced welders can recall the time in their childhood when a relative or family friend showed them how to weld. At the very least, they remember watching these people work in their shops on various projects and feeling interested in what they were up to. If you are a frequent welder or DIY person…