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Festool

Festool manufactures premium woodworking and construction tools known for dust extraction, accuracy, and integrated jobsite systems. Golden State Lumber and Showroom helps construction professionals and homeowners find Festool professional tools and accessories for carpentry, framing, finish work, layout, cutting, and jobsite productivity in Northern California.

  • Track saws
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  • Rotex sanders
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About The Brand

Festool’s passion for high-quality power tools has continued for more than 90 years. We share this fascination with our users and fans. Our products make life easier for professional tradespeople – and help them to achieve perfect results faster. We always think systematically, right down to the finest detail. Over 350 patents, 80 awards, for both the products and company. And, above all our satisfied customers are testament to our innovative success.

Choosing the right dust collection system can be challenging, which is why Bent is here to help you choose the best dust extractor for your professional woodworking project and job site applications. In this Dust Extractor comparison, Bent evaluates your power needs, how many woodworking tools you will be using and whether you need a mobile dust collector. The Festool Dust Extractor Family includes corded and cordless mobile dust extractors, trusted by professional tradesmen for powerful dust extraction. For more information on the CLEANTEC Dust Extractors or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional comparison and tool overview videos. Festool Dust Extractors: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/dust-extractors Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:34 Do I need the largest Dust Extractor? 01:31 CT 15, CT 25, CT 26, CT 36, CT 48, Capacity 02:55 Difference in Price + Bluetooth 04:02 Hose differences 04:16 Autoclean feature 04:43 Budget considerations About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Choosing the Right Dust Extractor | Basics with @bentswoodworking

In this random orbit sander comparison, Bent is looking at the ETS Sander line vs the Rotex Sander line to help you choose the best orbital sander for your professional woodworking project. From determining stroke to whether you want a cordless random orbit sander, Bent walks us through the right finishing tools for your surface preparation needs. The Festool Sander Family are professional sanding tools that deliver a consistently smooth Finish while maintaining a nearly dust-free sanding experience. For more information on the Festool Sander Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional comparison and tool overview videos. Festool Sander Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/sanders Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 What Stroke do you need? 02:58 How many inches is each Sander? 4:00 Rotex Stroke 4:56 Rotex use cases 6:09 Ergonomics About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Choosing an Orbital Sander: ETS vs. Rotex line | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent’s back with more tips and tricks to show you how to rip wood, how to make accurate crosscuts and to make sure you are cleanly cutting plywood and boards with a circular saw. This sheet cutting guide is perfect for those starting woodworking projects, cabinet making or trim carpentry and want to achieve professional woodworking cuts. In this tutorial, Bent uses Festool Guide Rails and the TSC 55 Track Saw. This precision saw is designed to create precise cuts while minimizing risk of injury from kickbacks. For more information on the TSC 55 Track Saw, Festool Guide Rails, or any other professional Festool tools used in this video, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks videos. TSC 55 KEB-F-Basic: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576717 Festool Guide Rails: https://www.festoolusa.com/accessories/guide-rail-system FS-PA Parallel Side Fence: https://www.festoolusa.com/@495717 MFT/3 Multifunction Table: https://www.festoolusa.com/@495315 SYS3 M 137 FS/2-Set (Included in MFT/3 Set) https://www.festoolusa.com/@577157 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:16 In what order do I make my cuts? 01:56 Trimming plywood to make a reference edge 02:43 Using Parallel Guides for rip cuts 04:58 Crosscutting plywood sheets About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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This is How to Cut Plywood | Basics with @bentswoodworking

In this Miter Saw comparison, Bent helps you choose the best compound Miter Saw for your professional woodworking projects. Use these Miter Saw tricks to decide on a corded or cordless sliding compound miter saw and other features that fit the needs of your job site applications. Festool’s Miter Saws are powerful woodworking tools,used by professional tradesmen to make precise cuts, with easy dust extraction and long-lasting endurance. Follow this Miter Saw review to best aid your professional or beginner woodworking projects. For more information on the KAPEX KSC 60 EB-Basic Miter Saw, the KAPEX KS 120 REB Miter Saw, or other professional Festool saws, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool comparison videos. KSC 60 EB-Basic Miter Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576848 KS 120 REB Miter Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@575306 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Corded vs Cordless 01:19 Power 01:51 Size and Capacity 03:33 Adjusting your Bevels 4:08 Lasor vs Shadow line About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Kapex 120 vs. KSC 60: Which is Best for You | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent shares whether a Miter Saw is right for furniture making, how to use a Miter Saw, and dealing with angles like how to cut a 25 degree angle on a miter saw. Most importantly, he shares Miter Saw tricks to make precise cuts on your woodworking projects with repeatability. The KAPEX KSC 60 EB-Basic Cordless Sliding Compound Miter Saw and the KAPEX KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw, are lightweight, easily adjustable, and allow professionals to make smooth, consistent cuts. For more information on the KAPEX KSC 60 EB-Basic Miter Saw, the KAPEX KS 120 REB Miter Saw, or other professional Festool saws, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool overview videos. KSC 60 EB-Basic Miter Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576848 KS 120 REB Miter Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@575306 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Supports 01:41 Stops 02:42 Clamps 03:23 Cutting angles 04:34 Additional Stops About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Everything You Need To Know About Miter Saws | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent’s back to break down Track Saw and Table Saw uses for your woodworking projects. Although both tools provide professional wood working cuts, Bent shows you the different applications like using a cordless Track Saw for cutting plywood or using a Table Saw for rip cuts on hardwood. Find out whether a Circular Saw or Table Saw is right for you. The Festool CSC SYS 50 EB-Basic Table Saw allows professional tradesmen to make precise cuts with accuracy within a tenth of a millimeter and the Festool Track Saw Family offers a versatile selection, capable of powerfully ripping and cross-cutting through thick materials. For more information on the CSC SYS 50 Table Saw, the Festool Track Saw Family, or other professional Festool saws, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool overview videos. Festool Saw Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/saws CSC SYS 50 Table Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576821 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Breaking down sheet goods 01:06 Vertical Cuts 01:48 Ripping Hardwood 02:25 Narrow material 03:07 Portability 03:44 Safety 04:14 Accuracy and repeatability About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Track Saw vs. Table Saw: Which is Best for You? | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent is here to answer a common question, which routing tool should I choose? Bent breaks down the hand router basics into two categories, power and router bits. Following these router tips, you can make the most informed decision when choosing a router, whether your professional woodworking project involves using a router to round edges or edge banding plywood. The Festool Router Family has options for enabling professional craftspeople to work with maximum precision, to hobbyists using a router for beginners. For more information on the Festool Router Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional comparisons and tool overview videos. Festool Router Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/routing Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Power 01:58 Collet sizes 02:45 Bit size 03:21 Accessories 03:50 Router bases 04:20 Best Router? About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Which Router is Right for You? | Basics with @bentswoodworking

In this video, Bent shares common router tips and tricks and hand router basics for woodworking beginners and professional tradespeople. Bent goes over hand router basics like router direction, setting the depth and the use of accessories. The Festool Router Family has options for enabling professional craftspeople to work with maximum precision. For more information on the Festool Router Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks videos. Festool Router Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/routing Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Router techniques 00:20 Router direction 02:15 Setting the depth 04:40 Using accessories About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Routing Techniques Every Woodworker Should Know | tips with @bentswoodworking

Bent answers if a Track Saw is right for you and your woodworking projects, whether that be furniture making or cutting miter joints. Track Saws are versatile tools, offering plunge-cut capabilities and are perfect for professional craftsmen seeking precise cuts in jobsite applications as well as hobbyists cutting plywood for beginner woodworking projects. In this video, Bent demonstrates the uses of a Track Saw with the TSC 55 KEB Cordless Track Saw. This precision saw offers near chip-free rip cuts with an extended battery range. For more information on the TSC 55 Track Saw, or any other professional Festool Saws used in this video, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks videos. TSC 55 KEB F-Basic Track Saw: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576717 Track Saw Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/saws/track-saws Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:26 What is a Track Saw? 01:11 Using a splinter guard for accurate cuts 01:48 Track Saw versatility 02:22 Dust extraction 02:53 Precise cuts 03:23 Saving workspace About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Everything You Need To Know About Track Saws | Basics with @bentswoodworking

On the fence about purchasing the Festool DF 500 RQ Domino Joiner? Interested in upgrading your older model but want to make sure it's worth it? Bent’s here to break down the latest improvements and updated on the latest generation in Festool joinery tools, the DF 500 RQ Domino Joiner. Jason dives into new updates that improve user ease, including better visibility on scales and indication lines. The new updated DF 500 fence and pin system makes joining applications in trim carpentry easier and allows precise referencing for a variety of woodworking projects and joinery applications. Whether you’re working in trim carpentry, cabinetry, or building furniture - the DF 500 RQ joinery machine is built to provide precise, repeatable results for a variety of woodworking applications. The best in joinery tools just got better. DF 500 RQ Domino Joiner: https://www.festoolusa.com/@578544 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Updates for better visibility: release, lock, and scales 01:07 New imperial scale for DF 500 Joiner 01:34 Major Updates to Festool DF 500 Domino Joiner fence 02:20 Updated easier adjustment and setup for half-inch materials 02:56 Improved indicator pin system on DF 500 Joiner –––––––––––––––––– ABOUT FESTOOL For over 100 years, Festool has engineered premium power tools and system-based solutions for woodworking, drywalling & painting, remodeling, and professional jobsite workflows. From track saws and sanders to dust extraction and cordless tools, Festool products are built for precision, durability, and repeatable accuracy. Subscribe for professional tool education, real-world applications, and project inspiration—created for tradespeople, craftsmen, and serious DIYers. Built better, so you can build better.
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NEW Updated Domino Joiner Explained

Bent shares basic sanding tips and tricks, walking us through choosing a sanding grit and how to use a random orbit sander. These tips are great for all, from beginner to pro; for those sanding cabinets to starting a woodworking project. Apply these sanding tips to any carpentry project and all forms of surface preparation. In this demonstration, Bent uses the Festool ETS EC 150, the perfect professional sanding tool for reducing fatigue when carrying out overhead sanding work, and a set of Granat Abrasives 80, 120, 150, 180, the ideal abrasives for sanding furniture and precision surface preparation on complex shapes. For more information on the ETS EC150/3 EQ-Plus, Granat Abrasives, or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks videos. Orbit Sander ETS EC150/3 EQ-Plus: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576326 Granat Abrasives: https://www.festoolusa.com/accessories/surface-preparation MFT/3 Multifunction Table: https://www.festoolusa.com/@495315 MFT-SP Clamp: https://www.festoolusa.com/@488030 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:26 Which Grit do I start with? 01:23 How much suction on my Dust Extractor? 02:21 How to use a random orbit sander? 03:16 Choosing incremental grits 04:24 Cleaning your surface 04:48 Using a dust extractor 05:22 Getting a better finish About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Orbital Sanding 101 | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent is here to answer which track saw is best! Bent walks you through the best circular saw for your woodworking projects, factoring in material like plywood, whether you need plunge-cut capabilities, and cordless track saw options if you prefer portability or do jobsite work. Find the right professional saws for rip cuts, furniture making, and woodworking projects. The Festool Track Saw family offers a range of power tools, allowing professional tradespeople to make consistent and precise cuts, suitable for any jobsite applications or beginner woodworking projects. For more information on the TSV 60 Track Saw, TSV 60 Plunge-Cut Saw, or other professional Festool saws, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool comparison videos. Track Saw Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/saws/track-saws Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Considerations 00:58 TSC 55 KEB 01:48 TS 55 FEQ 02:16 TS 60 KEB 03:11 TSV 60 KEB 03:55 TS 75 EQ 04:25 Which Track Saw is right for you? About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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How to Choose the Right Track Saw | Basics with @bentswoodworking

In today’s video, Bent is answering your Guide Rail questions and making sure you are getting consistent professional woodworking cuts when using a circular saw. If you are looking into Festool's track saw system, then this how-to tutorial is perfect for you, showing how to set up guide grails for professional carpentry and woodworking projects. Festool Guide Rails securely fasten to your worksurface through adhesive pads making them the ideal accessory for creating precise cuts on horizontal surfaces as well as applications on walls. For more information on the Festool Guide Rails or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering your questions videos. Festool Guide Rails: https://www.festoolusa.com/accessories/guide-rail-system Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering Your Guide Rail Questions 00:39 The 4 configuration of Guide Rails 03:31 What size Guide Rail should you choose? 04:38 How to replace the Splinter Guard 06:34 How to connect multiple Guide Rails About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build
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YOUR Top Guide Rail Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking​

Bent gives us the essentials of Edge Banding, walking us through how to apply edge banding, using an edge banding trimmer, and shows how professionals ensure their sheets are perfectly flush when edge banding. Bent also shares router basics such as using a router to round edges and other router tips. In this how to tutorial, Bent uses the Conturo KA 65 Edge Banding Machine which makes applying edge banding on a job site as simple as if you were in the shop. The woodworking Router comes in the MFK 700-EQ Set, this easily adjustable woodworking tool can switch between horizontal and vertical positions, making it suitable for craftspeople and woodworking beginners. For more information on the Conturo KA 65 Edge Banding Machine, the MFK 700-EQ Set or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool 101 videos. Conturo KA 65 Edge Bander: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576577 MFK 700-EQ Set: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576239 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Why do you Edge Band? 00:50 Why use Prefinished Birch? 01:26 Why use Baltic Birch? 02:03 Why use Rift Saw White Oak? 02:50 Different Edge Band materials 03:31 Using an Edge Banding Machine 04:45 Using an Edge Banding Trimmer 05:13 Why and how to use a Router 06:10 Using a Scraper 6:57 Using a Hand Sanding Block 7:19 Repeating on the other side About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Everything You Need To Know About Edge Banding | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent’s here to answer your questions about the Multifunction Table and the MFT/3 set, so you can get precise cuts on your carpentry and woodworking projects. Bent also gives us a how-to tutorial for getting consistent professional woodworking cuts and perfect 90 cuts from your MFT. The MFT/3 sits at the perfect height to make your work more comfortable and has many features like perforated tops, side channels for attaching clamps, and folding legs to allow two working heights. For more information on the MFT/3 or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering your questions videos. MFT/3: https://www.festoolusa.com/@495315 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your MFT questions 00:32 What is the size and weight of the MFT? 0:52 What is included with the MFT/3? 01:20 Setting up and calibrating the MFT/3 01:48 Portability 02:34 How to get perfect 90 cuts About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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YOUR Top Festool MFT/3 Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking

Bent breaks down the importance of a Mortise and Tenon Joint, how to use a DOMINO Joiner, and shares tips necessary for precision woodworking. Understanding Mortise and Tenon Joinery is essential for craftspeople starting any woodworking project, from doorframes to fine furniture cabinetry. The DOMINO Joiner, found within the DF 500-Q Set. The set includes a trim and cross stop, for quick and strong Mortise and Tenon Joints. For more information on the DOMINO Joiners, the DF 500-Q Set, or any other professional Festool tools used in this video, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool beginner guides. DF 500-Q Set: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576423 DOMINO Joiners: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/domino-joiners Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:17 What is Mortise and Tenon Joinery? 01:44 Cutting Mortises 02:35 Joining the Mortise and Tenon 02:56 Benefits of Mortise and Tenon Joinery 03:27 Applying it to a Miter Joint About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Mortise and Tenon Joinery 101 | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent’s here to answer your most frequently asked questions about the DOMINO DF 500 so professionals can confidently handle cabinet making and any other carpentry or woodworking projects. Bent shows us how to use a DOMINO Joiner and shares some mortise and tenon best practices. In this video, Bent uses the DOMINO DF 500 from the Festool Joiner Family. These Joiners ensure strong connections by creating holes that DOMINO tenons fit perfectly. For more information on the DOMINO Joinery system or any other professional Festool tools used in this video, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering frequently asked questions. DOMINO Joiner Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/domino-joiners Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your questions about the DOMINO 500 00:16 Which DOMINO Joiner should I buy? 01:51 How to align the DOMINO Joiner? 04:17 Changing the width of the mortise 04:51 Using Cross Stops 06:39 How many connectors should I use and should I use regular DOMINOS? About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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DOMINO Joining Machine 101 | Basics with @bentswoodworking

Bent’s back again to answer your Track Saw questions, so you know which circular saw is best for your professional job site applications or woodworking projects. Bent answers which precision saw should you buy and which blade is the best for precise cuts. For more information on the Festool Track Saw Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering your questions videos. The Festool Track Saw Family offers a versatile range of saws capable of near chip-free woodworking cuts with an extended battery range. Track Saw Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/saws/track-saws Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your Track Saw questions 00:14 Why is there slop in my Track Saw? 01:18 What Track Saw should you buy? 04:30 Track Saw blades 07:30 Which Dust Extractor should I use with my Track Saw? About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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YOUR Top Festool Track Saw Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking​

Bent’s answering your questions about the Festool ETS Sander Family so you can make the most informed decisions on your professional sanding and surface preparation projects. Bent breaks down the difference between these finishing tools, conducting a sander comparison and discussing which is the best orbital sander for you. The Festool Sander Family includes professional sanding tools that deliver a consistently smooth finish while maintaining a nearly dust-free sanding experience. For more information on the Festool Sander Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional comparison and tool overview videos. Festool Sander Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/sanders Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your Sander questions 00:13 Stroke size 01:58 Sanding pads 05:06 Using a right angle attachment 06:16 What are the benefits of a cordless sander? 07:24 Which Sander should I buy? About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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YOUR Top Festool ETS Sander Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking

Bent breaks down whether a Miter Saw or Track Saw is best for your shop and professional woodworking projects. Depending on your project, whether you are cutting plywood, making rip cuts, or a crosscut, Bent is here to help professionals make the right decision. The KAPEX KSC 60 EB-Basic Cordless Sliding Compound Miter Saw and the KAPEX KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw, are lightweight, easily adjustable, and allow professionals to make smooth, precise cuts. The Festool Track Saw Family offers a versatile selection of circular saws and cordless track saws for consistent professional woodworking cuts. For more information on the Festool Miter Saws and the Festool Track Saw Family, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional how-to and tool overview videos. Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Miter Saw vs. Track Saw 00:24 What do Miter Saws do well? 01:21 What do Track Saws do well? 02:08 Cut depth on different types of Track Saws 02:47 Miter Saw limitations 03:34 Track Saw limitations About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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Miter Saw vs. Track Saw: Which is Best for You? | Basics with @bentswoodworking​

Bent’s answering your top questions about routers, from router tips to hand router basics. Whether you are a professional using a router to round edges on your woodworking project or need assistance setting up a routing power tool, Bent walks us through common questions about topics like collet sizing and installing router bits. The Festool Router Family offers a selection of maneuverable routers that allow you to work with maximum precision. For more information on the Festool Router Family or other professional Festool tools, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering your questions videos. Festool Router Family: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/routing OF 1010 REBQ-Plus https://www.festoolusa.com/@578017 OF 1400 EQ-F-Plus: https://www.festoolusa.com/@576213 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your Router Questions 00:12 What is the difference between an OF 1010 and an OF 1400? 01:15 Collet sizing explained 01:40 Differences between plunge vs trim router 03:07 How to install and tighten a router bit 04:04 Using a guide stop 05:32 Using a parallel edge guide About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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YOUR Top Router Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking ​

Bent’s here to breakdown the new Festool Cordless DFC 500 Domino Joiner. Jason covers the key differences between the corded and cordless versions of the Festool joinery power tools, goes over the ergonomics and optimal battery use when using the DFC 500, and dives into the updated fence and other key features integrated into the cordless joiner’s design. Whether you’re working in trim carpentry, cabinetry, or building furniture - the DFC 500 joinery machine is built to provide precise, repeatable results for a variety of woodworking applications on the jobsite or in the shop. When paired with the new Tabless battery platform from Festool, you get ultimate power to create stronger joints. DFC 500 Domino Joiner: https://www.festoolusa.com/@578121 New TBX Tabless 4.0 Battery: https://www.festoolusa.com/@578745 Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:22 What are the main differences between the DF and DFC 500 joiners? 01:00 What battery is optimal to use with the new cordless domino? 01:12 Key safety features of the new cordless Domino joiner 02:42 New Imperial scale for Festool’s joinery system 3:29 What upgrades have been made to the DF Fence? 4:33 Using the DFC 500 joiner for trim carpentry 5:30 How the new pin system on the new domino joiners helps improve mortise and tenon joinery 7:12 Why use a cordless joiner? –––––––––––––––––– ABOUT FESTOOL For over 100 years, Festool has engineered premium power tools and system-based solutions for woodworking, drywalling & painting, remodeling, and professional jobsite workflows. From track saws and sanders to dust extraction and cordless tools, Festool products are built for precision, durability, and repeatable accuracy. Subscribe for professional tool education, real-world applications, and project inspiration—created for tradespeople, craftsmen, and serious DIYers. Built better, so you can build better.
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NEW Cordless Domino Joiner Explained

Bent answers your questions about Festool Abrasives so you use the best sanding accessories for professional surface preparation such as sanding cabinets and woodworking projects. Bent breaks down everything you want to know about Abrasives as well as sanding tips and an overview of GRANAT PROFILE Abrasives. GRANAT Abrasives keep your work space cleaner with optimized dust extraction and the modular sanding system helps you easily achieve smooth surfaces. For more information on the GRANAT Abrasives or other professional Festool accessories, visit the product page or subscribe to our channel for additional tool tips and tricks, and answering your questions videos. GRANAT Abrasives: https://www.festoolusa.com/accessories/surface-preparation/abrasives Granat PROFILE Abrasives: https://www.festoolusa.com/campaigns/landing-page/granat-profile Bent’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bentswoodworking Chapters: 00:00 Answering your Festool Abrasives Questions 00:15 Why are there different types of Abrasives? 00:44 What are the different types of Abrasives used for? 02:43 Does the GRANAT NET give better dust collection? 03:15 Protection pads vs interface pads, which to use? 05:17 GRANAT PROFILE overview About Festool Since 1925, Festool has combined craftsmanship and innovation to make woodworking tools, construction tools, and jobsite tools easier, safer, and more precise. Our Festool power tools, Festool cordless tools, saws, sanders, routers, dust extractors, and accessories make it easier for professionals to get every job done right. We’re built better, so you can build better.
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YOUR Top Festool Abrasive Questions Answered with @bentswoodworking

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