Woodworking software is used by woodworking professionals to create virtual plans for cabinet, furniture and kitchen design. With woodworking design software the user enters dimensions and materials for the designs and the computer automatically generates the reports needed for planning, purchase, and production. I’ll provide some benefits to each in regards to a seasoned woodworking looking to dive into the CAD world to design projects. Free and easy to use woodworking software has led to many other developments in the woodworking world that’s available to the average weekend hobbyist. Home built CNC routers have been extremely popular in recent years. WoodWorks connects architects and engineers with a variety of tools that support the wood design process—from links to design guides and standards to a growing library of CAD and REVIT details, carbon calculator, span tables, design software and more. Cabinet Solutions-Cabinet design software - PC. Cabinetshop Maestro-Project Management Software for Custom Cabinetmakers. CabinetVIEW - 3D Custom cabinet design based on Google SketchUp. Cabinet Vision Solid Essential - Entry level design for manufacturing software tool for residential and commerical casework.
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Math. It’s the persnickety, exacting demon lurking inside every woodworking project. Luckily for us, many woodworkers are also programmers who know how to make computers do the calculating for us. THANKS to those wonderful people, who afforded us the opportunity to round up 44 woodworking calculators, spreadsheets and free software for woodworkers!
Here’s what you’ll find:
>> 20 Free Woodworking Calculators (that regular readers have already seen but forgot I hope ;)
>> 14 Web Based Woodworking Calculators
>> 5 Downloadable Woodworking Spread Sheets + 1 Printout
>> 5 Executable Woodworking Programs You Install
Here’s what you’ll find:
>> 20 Free Woodworking Calculators (that regular readers have already seen but forgot I hope ;)
>> 14 Web Based Woodworking Calculators
>> 5 Downloadable Woodworking Spread Sheets + 1 Printout
>> 5 Executable Woodworking Programs You Install
Save a brain cell. Use a Calculator.
>> 20 Free Woodworking Calculators (you’ve already seen)
If you’re a regular reader (bless you) you’ve already seen these. For my new readers, these gems will help make your future projects just a little more relaxing :)
If you’re a regular reader (bless you) you’ve already seen these. For my new readers, these gems will help make your future projects just a little more relaxing :)
How To Calculate Board Feet for Your Woodworking Projects: 3 Calculators
10 Free “Project-Specific” Woodworking Software Programs
2 Free Cutlist Programs that Minimize Scrap for Woodworkers
5 and 1/4 Free Woodshop Layout Programs: Software for Workshop Layout
10 Free “Project-Specific” Woodworking Software Programs
2 Free Cutlist Programs that Minimize Scrap for Woodworkers
5 and 1/4 Free Woodshop Layout Programs: Software for Workshop Layout
>> 14 Web Based Woodworking Calculators
These web-based calculators don’t require downloading of any kind! Not only are they free, but the processing power is free too, which is great news for any true woodworking cheapskate ;)
These web-based calculators don’t require downloading of any kind! Not only are they free, but the processing power is free too, which is great news for any true woodworking cheapskate ;)
1) Calculator/Converter
“No more manually converting MM’s or Fractions.”
“No more manually converting MM’s or Fractions.”
2) CROWN MOLDING CALCULATOR
“Version 2.03 – (Free) Calculate crown molding cutting on-line.”
“Version 2.03 – (Free) Calculate crown molding cutting on-line.”
Free matrix screensaver mac. You can specify the appearance of the title and scanning sequences, make the screensaver show the current time, and even choose the telephone number and username to display. Despite an unconventional installation, this free Matrix-themed screensaver rises above many of its competitors. Best of all, this screensaver is free and won't burden your PC with any sort of spyware. Like many screensavers based on the hit films, this one shows the famous Matrix code moving across your screen vertically, although it boasts a nice feature set you may not find in similar programs. Rather than putting an EXE file on your desktop, The Matrix Screen Saver forces you to copy an SCR file into your Windows directory.
Free Project Design Software
3) 5 Carpentry Calculators
(Circular Arch and Segments, Common Rafter, Leg Load)
(Circular Arch and Segments, Common Rafter, Leg Load)
5) Draw Sizer – Arithmetic Progression
“Computes graduated drawer sizes using arithmetic progression.”
“Computes graduated drawer sizes using arithmetic progression.”
6) Moisture Content Calculator
“Computes equilibrium moisture content of wood given relative humidity and temperature.”
“Computes equilibrium moisture content of wood given relative humidity and temperature.”
7) Sagulator
“Calculates shelf sag (deflection) given type of shelf material, shelf load, length, width, and thickness.”
“Calculates shelf sag (deflection) given type of shelf material, shelf load, length, width, and thickness.”
8) Shrinkulator
“A calculator for estimating dimensional changes in wood, either shrinkage or expansion, based on changes in the wood’s moisture content.”
“A calculator for estimating dimensional changes in wood, either shrinkage or expansion, based on changes in the wood’s moisture content.”
9) Wood Finish Selector
“A screening tool that helps you choose the best clear finish for your woodworking projects.”
“A screening tool that helps you choose the best clear finish for your woodworking projects.”
10) Wood Picker
“A screening tool that allows you to identify woods based on up to 10 different criteria such as weight, hardness, and strength.”
“A screening tool that allows you to identify woods based on up to 10 different criteria such as weight, hardness, and strength.”
Wood Project Design Software
>> 5 Downloadable Woodworking Spread Sheets + 1 Printout
Spreadsheets – they’re not just for accounting anymore. These excels will help your woodworking become more excel-lent. Oh wow. Sorry about that one.
Spreadsheets – they’re not just for accounting anymore. These excels will help your woodworking become more excel-lent. Oh wow. Sorry about that one.
1) Segment Sizer
“A freeware Excel workbook that calculates arch moulding segment sizes – PC”
“A freeware Excel workbook that calculates arch moulding segment sizes – PC”
2) Arc Layout Program
“Excel 97 spreadsheet”
“Excel 97 spreadsheet”
3) Cabinet Design Program
“An Excel spreadsheet program which designs all kinds of cabinets.”
“An Excel spreadsheet program which designs all kinds of cabinets.”
4) Compound Miter Angles
Excel spreadsheet for figuring compound miter angles.
Excel spreadsheet for figuring compound miter angles.
5) Raised Panel Calculator
Excel spreadsheet. Does all the calculations for raised panels, produces a rudimentary diagram and a cut list.
Excel spreadsheet. Does all the calculations for raised panels, produces a rudimentary diagram and a cut list.
>> 5 Executable Woodworking Programs You Install
Yup, you have to download these. Yeah I know… AND install them. And they don’t even complete the projects for you ;) Just kidding – these nifty little free programs will save you lots of hassle!
Yup, you have to download these. Yeah I know… AND install them. And they don’t even complete the projects for you ;) Just kidding – these nifty little free programs will save you lots of hassle!
1) CadStd Lite
“Lite” and free version of CADstd.
“Lite” and free version of CADstd.
2) Template Maker
“Thomas Giammo has offered his “Template Maker” (219KB) which is a Windows program for constructing templates for the Incra & JointTech dovetail jigs.”
“Thomas Giammo has offered his “Template Maker” (219KB) which is a Windows program for constructing templates for the Incra & JointTech dovetail jigs.”
3) ShopMath
“Freeware- performs common geometrical calculations – PC – 3.01mb”
“Freeware- performs common geometrical calculations – PC – 3.01mb”
4) Polygon Angle Program
“It calculates the proper angles for polygons having 3 to 16 sides and side slopes from 0 to 60 degrees. It also shows you graphically what you need to cut and will even print out a drawing for you to take to the shop. Self-installing executable, 800k”
“It calculates the proper angles for polygons having 3 to 16 sides and side slopes from 0 to 60 degrees. It also shows you graphically what you need to cut and will even print out a drawing for you to take to the shop. Self-installing executable, 800k”
5) Wood Movement Calculator
“A program to calculate wood movement due to temperature and humidity changes.”
“A program to calculate wood movement due to temperature and humidity changes.”
Our Sources for Compiling This List
Woodworking Software at WoodBin
Woodworking Software at WoodCentral
Woodworking Software at WoodWeb
Woodworking Software at InternetWoodworking.com
Woodworking Software at AllWoodWork.com
Woodworking Software at WoodworkersWorkshop.com
From Upperspace:Woodworking Software at WoodBin
Woodworking Software at WoodCentral
Woodworking Software at WoodWeb
Woodworking Software at InternetWoodworking.com
Woodworking Software at AllWoodWork.com
Woodworking Software at WoodworkersWorkshop.com
Create automatic step-by-step plans. Choose your project, set the dimensions and sit back while the project is automatically drafted right before your eyes. Print the material list for easy shopping at the lumber yard. Woodworking Projects for Everyone comes with the power of DesignCAD's most popular drafting tools. Customize the included designs or start from scratch. One click prints the whole design.
What do you need to know about free software?
From Upperspace: Create automatic step-by-step plans. Choose your project, set the dimensions and sit back while the project is automatically drafted right before your eyes. Print the material list for easy shopping at the lumber yard. Woodworking Projects for Everyone comes with the power of DesignCAD's most popular drafting tools. Customize the included designs or start from scratch. One click prints the whole design.