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Gil Johnson, a master woodworker who passed away in 2024, was totally blind. He shared tips and techniques for woodworking if you are blind or low vision.
Using a hammer to drive in nails – as well as for many other jobs – is certainly doable with low vision or no vision. Some people imagine bruised or broken fingers that result from hammering, but this is not the case; in fact, many persons who are blind or have limited vision use a […]
One of the challenges facing people with reduced vision is taking accurate measurements. For persons with some vision or no vision at all, this can seem like a real barrier. However, there are several ways to take good measurements if you have difficulty seeing the markings on a ruler or tape measure. Tip: Measure twice; […]
Safety is the most important consideration when using chemicals and power tools. Even if you’ve had many years of experience with power tools and home repairs, we recommend you use a safety checklist that includes the following: Safety Considerations and Preparation Using Sandpaper More About Sandpaper A Blind Woodworker’s Story Read the personal account of […]
Using glue to repair a loose chair rung is certainly doable by a person who is blind or has low vision. Throughout the repair process, it’s helpful to keep your fingertips and hands free of glue, which can coat your fingers, reduce your tactual sensitivity, and make it difficult to feel the surfaces and contours […]
Using a drill to place the hole exactly where you want it is a basic – and essential – skill for most woodworking projects. This guide will describe various tools that can be used for drilling and discuss several techniques that persons who are blind or have reduced vision have found to be effective. Drilling […]