Professional Woodworking for Beginners
Milling machine
A course by Patricio Ortega (Maderística) , Furniture woodworking instructor
Joined January 2019
About the video: Milling machine
Overview
“I will introduce you to the milling machine, and I will talk about its historical importance in a carpentry workshop. I will show you the basic types of milling machines and their use. We will see some examples that allow us to understand its versatility and comfort (work of edges, moldings, inserts, templates, etc.) I will quickly teach you how to make a bank milling machine, and the security measures that should be considered. Finally, I will introduce you to the "trimmer" as a cheaper alternative. ”
In this video lesson Patricio Ortega (Maderística) addresses the topic: Milling machine, which is part of the Domestika online course: Professional Woodworking for Beginners. Learn the concepts, techniques, and tools to start woodworking like an expert.
Partial transcription of the video
“Milling machine Now I'll talk about the milling machine. The milling machine or cutting router or wood shaper when it's inverted, in carpentry, is one of the most important machines. It's an invention from the start of the 20th century, it's new. The table saw, the heart of any workshop, the most important machine, is as old as the trade. The milling machine is very modern and stole the limelight from the table saw. I had a milling machine before a table saw. It's an investment you won't regret. It's key, yet we may not think of it when we mention carpentry tools or the next machine to buy....”
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Course summary for: Professional Woodworking for Beginners
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Category
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Areas
Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Design, Woodworking

Patricio Ortega (Maderística)
A course by Patricio Ortega (Maderística)
Patricio Ortega is a furniture maker and founder of Maderística, a small workshop specializing in handcrafted furniture design. With 14 years of experience, he has focused on mastering plywood, developing innovative techniques, and sharing his knowledge with over 1,800 students. As an architect and self-taught instructor, Patricio blends creativity and technique to create functional and durable furniture.
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