Woodshop Tour: British Luthier

A guitar maker in England with a serious Lie-Nielsen addiction shows us around her newish woodshop
Aug. 23, 2024
2 min read

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.

About the Author

Daisy Tempest

Daisy Tempest is a luthier and YouTuber in London, UK

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