Explore a variety of welding-related topics that don’t quite fit into the main categories—but are just as valuable. From unique project ideas and industry news to creative applications, community stories, and beyond, this section is your go-to for all the extras that fuel inspiration and broaden your welding knowledge.
♻️ Why Turn an Old Bike Into a Tool? I have always believed that the parts people discard as useless can become the backbone of clever, low-cost tools. An old bicycle is a treasure trove of mechanical components: hubs,…
I love turning small problems in the workshop into easy, reliable solutions. Over the years I have built simple jigs, fixtures, and handheld helpers that save time, make work safer, and often deliver more accurate, repeatable results than expensive…
I build tools the way most people build furniture: by breaking down a problem, gathering simple parts, and welding them together into something that lasts. One of my favorite projects to make at home is a heavy-duty vise clamp…
Welding safely and comfortably matters more than ever when temperatures drop and projects move into cramped garages or cold shops. I put together this list so we — whether hobbyists or pros — can find helmets that protect our eyes,…
In this guide I share 12 practical, easy-to-follow welding tips for beginners that I teach in my video “12 Welding Tips for Beginners | Basic Welding Guide | Arc Welding Tips and Tricks.” Whether you are just starting with…
First time I tried to fix a cracked steel bracket with JB Weld instead of firing up the welder. I wasn’t sure how strong that stuff really was — could it actually hold weight like a real weld? That’s a…
There’s nothing more frustrating than pulling out a piece of metal for a project only to find it covered in that stubborn green corrosion. I’ve been there — ready to lay a clean bead with my MIG or TIG, only…
Getting the fillet weld size right has always been one of those “tricky but essential” parts of welding for me. Early on, I often guessed at bead size when joining two pieces of metal, only to end up with joints…
Turning welding skills into extra cash started for me with a few small welding projects to make money in my garage. At first, it was tough figuring out what people actually wanted — some projects needed precise joint prep, careful…
I remember working on a small aluminum repair once — a cracked bracket that would’ve been a hassle to TIG weld cleanly. I didn’t want to drag out the welder for such a small job, so I reached for JB…