July 20, 2026
Walk into a professional woodworking forum and ask "which saw blade brand is best?" and you'll get three answers: CMT, Freud, and Amana. Every time.
July 19, 2026
Skip the 50-piece sets. They're full of profiles you'll never use, made from carbide that dulls in a week.
July 19, 2026
Complete guide to dado stack selection, setup, and optimization for production cabinetry. Compare 8" vs 10", carbide grades, chipper configurations.
July 18, 2026
The 1/2" shank is stiffer, vibrates less, and cuts cleaner. It's the professional standard. The 1/4" shank exists for trim routers and cordless models that can't accommodate the larger size — not beca
July 18, 2026
Carbide router bits are a significant investment for any woodworker or CNC professional.
July 17, 2026
Every saw blade dies eventually. Carbide blades last much longer than steel — especially with [proper maintenance](/blog/saw-blade-maintenance-tips) and [professional sharpening](/blog/how-to-sharpen-
July 17, 2026
Forstner bits are indispensable tools for woodworkers seeking to create clean, flat-bottomed holes.
July 16, 2026
A 1/4" shank has 1/4 the cross-sectional area of a 1/2" shank. Under heavy cutting loads, the 1/4" shank flexes. This flex shows up as:
July 16, 2026
Freud saw blades have earned a strong reputation among professional woodworkers for their quality, durability, and cutting performance.
July 15, 2026
Amana Tool has been the most application-specific brand in CNC tooling for over 40 years. Our 2026 catalog guide walks through their compression bits, O-flute aluminum and plastic cutters, Spektra-coated spirals, insert tooling, and the AMS-CNC-60 master kit — with pricing, application notes, and brand-pairing guidance for nationwide cabinet shops, sign makers, and nested-based CNC operators. Free shipping on orders $75+ from Burnette Tools.
July 15, 2026
Creating custom cabinet doors is a rewarding woodworking project, and choosing the right router bits is essential for achieving professional results.
July 14, 2026
Optimize your CNC feed rates with our technical review of Amana Tool CNC router bits. Includes Spektra chip load charts, TIR diagnostics, and PCD tooling economics.
July 14, 2026
Choosing the right saw blade is crucial for achieving clean, efficient, and safe cuts in any woodworking or construction project.
July 13, 2026
This comprehensive guide dives deep into the world of Amana Tool CNC router bits, specifically tailored for production shops.
July 13, 2026
Before choosing a router bit, you need to know exactly what cut you're making. Router bits fall into functional categories:
July 12, 2026
Not every wholesale carbide tooling source is the same. Here's how an authorized factory-trained distributor differs from a wholesale broker or drop-ship marketplace, why the brand you carry (CMT, Amana, FS Tools, Freeborn, Toolco, Freud) matters more than the price, and how Burnette Tools serves cabinet shops, OEMs, and industrial accounts nationwide with same-week shipping and factory-authorized service.
July 12, 2026
Choosing a saw blade sounds simple — until you stand in front of a wall of options and realize there are dozens of tooth counts, grinds, kerfs, and coatings, and they all claim to be the best.
July 11, 2026
Choosing the right 10-inch carbide saw blade for your table saw can significantly impact the quality and efficiency of your woodworking projects.
July 11, 2026
A dirty, dull router bit:
July 10, 2026
Hardwood is the ultimate test of a saw blade. Dense grain, unpredictable figure, and silica content that can dull even good carbide in a fraction of the expected time. If you're working with hardwood
July 10, 2026
Carbide saw blades are designed to be sharpened. Unlike cheap steel blades that you use and toss, a quality carbide blade is a long-term investment that gets restored multiple times before retirement.
July 9, 2026
Discover the industrial table saw blades millwork shops use for dense hardwoods. Deep dive into carbide grades, runout tolerances, CLPT math, and feed rates.
July 9, 2026
This comprehensive guide dives deep into the world of mail-in saw blade sharpening services, offering a detailed look at the benefits, processes, and considerations involved.
July 8, 2026
Discover the industrial table saw blades millwork shops use for dense hardwoods. Deep dive into carbide grades, runout tolerances, CLPT math, and feed rates.
July 8, 2026
Complete guide to PCD (polycrystalline diamond) router bits for high-production woodworking. Compare PCD vs carbide, understand tool life, learn which brands offer PCD tooling. CMT, Amana Tool, Freeborn, FSTools PCD router bits at Burnette Tools.
July 7, 2026
This comprehensive guide delves into the world of carbide cutting tools specifically for furniture manufacturing.
July 7, 2026
Premium vs. budget carbide saw blades compared. Learn when investing in CMT, Forrest, Amana, Freeborn, and FSTools pays off — and when economy blades are the right choice. Nationwide shipping from Burnette Tools.
July 6, 2026
Understanding carbide grades C1-C4 and how they affect saw blade and router bit performance. Learn which grade is right for your material and application.
July 6, 2026
Deciding whether to sharpen or replace a carbide saw blade can be tricky.
July 5, 2026
July 5, 2026
Complete guide to choosing router bits for production woodworking and CNC. Compare CMT, Amana Tool, Freeborn, FSTools, and Toolco. Wholesale pricing available.
July 4, 2026
This comprehensive guide delves into the world of carbide insert cutterheads for industrial planers, offering a detailed look at their benefits, components, and selection criteria.
July 4, 2026
Choosing the right router bit makes the difference between a clean, professional cut and a costly mistake. Our comprehensive guide covers straight bits, spiral bits, dovetail bits, flush trim bits, stile-and-rail sets, roundover bits, and specialty profiles — with brand recommendations from CMT, Amana, Freud, and Whiteside. Free shipping on orders $75+.
July 3, 2026
Carbide saw blades are essential for precision and efficiency in woodworking and metalworking, but their performance diminishes as they dull.
July 3, 2026
Dull router bits can significantly impact the quality of your woodworking projects, leading to tear-out, burning, and reduced precision.
July 2, 2026
The carbide tooling industry is shifting fast in 2026 — smart coatings, modular CNC systems, AI-driven tool selection, and a renewed focus on resharpening over replacement. Here's what shops nationwide need to know, plus brand-by-brand guidance on CMT, Amana, FS Tools, Freeborn, and the manufacturers leading the charge. Free shipping on orders $75+ from Burnette Tools.
July 2, 2026
Running a router bit at the wrong speed is the single most common cause of:
July 1, 2026
Walk into any hardware store and you'll see two types of circular saw blades: HSS (High-Speed Steel) for $10–$20, and carbide-tipped for $30–$80. The instinct is to grab the cheaper one. It's just a b
July 1, 2026
From straight bits and spiral upcuts to dovetail and stile-and-rail sets — learn how to choose the right router bit for your project, match brands like CMT, Amana, Freeborn, and FS Tools to your application, and extend the life of your carbide tooling. Free shipping on orders $75+ from Burnette Tools.
June 30, 2026
Choosing the right saw blade is crucial for achieving quality cuts, extending tool life, and maximizing efficiency.
June 30, 2026
Keeping your saw blades sharp is crucial for efficient and safe woodworking or metalworking.
June 29, 2026
Complete guide to choosing carbide saw blades for production woodworking. Compare CMT, Amana Tool, Freeborn, FSTools. Rip, crosscut, panel saw, and specialty blades.
June 29, 2026
Carbide saw blades are an investment. They cost more than steel, they cut better than steel, and — with proper care — they last dramatically longer than steel. But "proper care" is doing a lot of work
June 28, 2026
Not all carbide saw blades are created equal. Our comprehensive guide breaks down the differences between CMT, Amana Tool, FS Tools, Freeborn, Toolco, Freud, and Royce Tooling — so you can pick the right blade for rip, crosscut, plywood, melamine, and specialty applications. Wholesale pricing available. Free shipping on orders $75+.
June 28, 2026
Creating custom cabinet doors can significantly enhance the aesthetic and value of any kitchen or home.
June 27, 2026
June 27, 2026
Solid carbide spiral router bits are essential for CNC routing, offering superior performance and longevity compared to traditional high-speed steel (HSS) bits.
June 26, 2026
CMT Orange Tools are renowned for their precision and durability in the woodworking industry.
June 26, 2026
A straight router bit has flat cutting edges arranged around the circumference of the bit. When it spins, the edges chop into the wood like a chisel — straight down, straight across. It works, but it'
June 25, 2026
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June 25, 2026
If you've ever burned through a saw blade in a week, watched your cuts get rougher and rougher, or wondered why the professional shop down the road gets perfect cuts every single time — the answer is
June 24, 2026
A router bit is a rotary cutting tool that attaches to a woodworking router. It spins at high speed (typically 8,000–25,000 RPM) to cut, shape, groove, and profile wood and wood-based materials.
June 23, 2026
An independent, wholesale-focused comparison of the five premium carbide router bit brands carried by Burnette Tools: CMT, Whiteside, Amana, FS Tools, and Freeborn. Covers application fit, edge retention, price tier, lead time, coating options, and recommended CNC-machine pairings for cabinet shops, sign makers, and production millwork.
June 23, 2026
June 22, 2026
June 22, 2026
Most woodworkers choose a blade by tooth count alone. 24 teeth for ripping, 80 teeth for crosscuts, done. And that's not wrong — but it's incomplete. Two blades with the same tooth count can produce c
June 21, 2026
Complete guide to compression spiral router bits for tearout-free routing in plywood, melamine, and laminates. Compare CMT, Amana Tool, Freeborn, FSTools compression bits.
June 21, 2026
This comprehensive guide is designed for cabinet shop owners and operators looking to optimize their cutting tool inventory with wholesale carbide options.
June 20, 2026
Cope and stick router bit sets are essential for crafting professional-looking cabinet doors.
June 20, 2026
Commercial millwork shops demand high-quality woodworking tools and supplies to create precision components and handle large-scale projects efficiently.
