In this woodworking video, I upgrade my miter saw station with a dust collection system. The project includes setting up a dust cyclone with an automated switch, and building a dust hood to ...

Q. I want to surprise my husband with a new power tool. He's been asking for a miter saw. He'll be using it to build a deck, garden shed and all-new interior wood trim around our doors and windows.

Miter saws are a valuable tool for the DIYer, and a must-have tool for a fully functioning workshop. They are designed to quickly cut crown molding, door frames, window casings, and picture frames.

DEAR TIM: I’m tired of setting my miter saw on a board balanced on two garbage cans. I’m looking for stability, safety and ease of use. What kind of saw stand do you use and why did you select it?