A little planning. A lot less guesswork.
Practical answers for the planning part of woodworking. Learn to turn a project idea into a parts list, choose stock, and make room for every cut.
What is a cut list, and why do you need one?
A cut list connects your woodworking design to the material you buy. Learn what to include, when to make one, and how it differs from a cutting layout.
Read the guide ↗Sheet goodsHow to plan a plywood cutting layout
Plan plywood cuts with actual sheet dimensions, grain, saw kerf and useful offcuts. See why area alone does not predict how many sheets you need.
Read the guide ↗MeasurementsSaw kerf explained: the missing space in a cut list
Understand saw kerf with a worked example, learn how to measure your actual cut, and avoid a common plywood planning mistake.
Read the guide ↗Material detailsGrain direction in a cut list: when rotation matters
Learn when to lock grain direction for plywood and solid-wood parts, and why a lower waste percentage may not produce the right appearance.
Read the guide ↗Planning decisionsLeast waste or fewest saw setups: which should you choose?
Compare material efficiency and saw setup time when planning a cut list. Learn what to check before choosing a cutting layout.
Read the guide ↗Free worksheetA woodworking cut-list template you can actually use
Download an editable CSV cut-list template. Learn how to record finished dimensions, quantities, material, grain and notes before optimizing your cuts.
Read the guide ↗Your next project starts with a better cut list.
Get the dimensions out of your head and a clear plan into your hands.
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