Every tool in the workshop.

Real professional tools, taught and used safely. From a tape measure to the table saw, here is what you'll learn to handle.

Note: this list is still being expanded. We're adding tools and details as we go, so check back for the full set.

Tools, grouped by type

Everything here is real, working equipment. Hand tools and basic machines are open to all makers. The high-risk machines are unlocked through Tool Training certification.

Measuring & marking

Open to all
  • Measuring toolstape, square, marking gauge

Hand tools

Open to all
  • Hand saws
  • Chisels & hammers
  • Clamps

Power hand tools

Open to all
  • Drill driver
  • Impact driver
  • Orbital sander
  • Jigsaw
  • Circular saw
  • Belt sander

Machines (high-speed)

Supervised
  • Miter saw
  • Disc sander
  • Spindle sander
  • Drill press

Machines (high-risk)

Certification required
  • Table saw
  • Bandsaw
  • Router
  • Thickness planer

These need Tool Training certification before solo use. See the note below.

Finishing

Open to all
  • Sandpaper & abrasivesplaceholder, edit me
  • Finishes & oilsplaceholder, edit me

Safety gear

Provided
  • Safety goggles
  • Ear protection
  • Aprons
  • Dust extraction

The high-risk machines are earned, not assumed

Anyone can use the hand tools and basic machines under a quick safety brief. The high-risk machines (table saw, bandsaw, router, thickness planer) are different. You unlock them through our Tool Training program, which certifies you tier by tier: TT1, TT2, then TT3. Each tier you pass unlocks the matching set of machines, so you only ever run equipment you've been trained and signed off to handle.

See Tool Training tiers

Ready to pick up a tool?

Book a class to start making, or explore the Tool Training path to unlock the machines.

Book a class See Tool Training