To begin making your new lampshade, you will need measurements of current shade. If possible, take old shade apart by carefully cutting it along it’s seams. You can then use this as a template for your new lampshade. However, don’t be stifled by old shade! You can easily create an entirely new look with a piece of rigid wire, bending it into a new shape for a new shade. In this case, making a new cover may be a little trickier, but process is same. Simply cover lampshade frame with your material. For fabric you can sew seams or glue it. The same is true for other materials. If glue is far enough away from light bulb, you can even use hot melt glue.

The best part of making your own lampshades is that if you don’t like your creation, or you redecorate your room, you can quickly and inexpensively make a new lampshade.

Mass

If you have two drill presses that are equal in every aspect except for mass, always go for heavier one. As with most stationary shop tools there is an advantage with weight. The weight absorbs vibration from drill press allowing machine to run more smoothly.

Useful Accessories

There are some accessories and attachments that can improve use of your drill press. Something to look for is a drill press clamp. This keeps your material firmly in place while you are working. You should always avoid holding project by hand when you are working with a drill press. Fences are also useful attachments that help keep project in position during drilling.

A drill press can be used for a lot more than drilling if you have right attachments and accessories. These extra uses include sanding, grooving, and mortising. Mortise attachments are very popular, allowing you to drill precise mortises with your drill press.

Ability to Be Serviced

As with all major power tools that are purchased, one should make sure that tool can be upgraded and serviced. Are there repair parts readily available? It is important that your drill press can be easily serviced when needed.

When making an investment in a drill press, you want to purchase a tool that is suitable for your needs. Do your research and find out what products are available what they have to offerand select proper drill bits as well. Make sure to look at above features of a drill press in order to select one that is right for you.