A guitar maker in England with a serious Lie-Nielsen addiction shows us around her newish woodshop
Luthier Daisy Tempest moved into a new workshop almost a year ago. She is ready to give a tour after working in it through a handful of guitars.
This is a customized space for a Luthier workshop focused on building guitars. The highlights include new tools like a table saw and a side bender. Workstations are organized for efficiency, including a spray booth and a charging station.
More woodshop tour highlights
- The lighting setup in the workshop was adjusted to avoid clinical brightness, using specific lamps to create a more pleasant atmosphere.
- A versatile vice, securely bolted to the floors, is useful for various tasks, including intricate carving.
- A buffing wheel setup has a removable base for convenient project finishing work.
- A new CNC machine is robust and has excellent customer support from the manufacturer.
- Various woodworking tools and supplies are organized neatly, including routers, sandpaper, epoxy materials, and spray finishing equipment.
- A dedicated spray finishing area has a specialized spray gun and buffing compounds for achieving professional finishes.
- The workbench, custom-made with a quick-release vice and caster wheels, is an essential piece of workshop furniture.
- Storage solutions include shelves for routers and other tools, emphasizing organization and accessibility in the workspace.
Overall, this comprehensive workshop tour showcases efficient organization, personalized setups, and a dedication to craftsmanship.
