Explore the Industry’s Best Woodworking Lathes

Woodcraft is your trusted source for all your woodworking needs, offering a comprehensive selection of wood lathes and accessories. Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or a hobbyist, finding the right lathe can make all the difference in your projects.

We offer high-quality lathes, from professional to compact models. With products from trusted brands like Jet, Laguna, Powermatic, RIKON, and Teknatool, you’re sure to find the perfect lathe to suit your needs.

Choosing the Right Lathe

A lathe is an important tool for shaping wood. It allows you to turn wood into many objects, like bowls, spindles, or decorative pieces. It functions by holding the wood securely in place while it rotates at high speeds, allowing you to carve and shape it with specialized tools.

As you shop, consider the size of the projects you'll be working on, your available workspace, and your budget. We carry popular brands like Powermatic Rikon and Laguna. People recognize these manufacturers for their quality, longevity and reliability.

Types of Wood Lathes

Woodcraft has a variety of lathes. We offer small models for tight spaces, mid-sized models and larger, professional models for complex projects.

Mini Lathe: For those with limited space, a mini wood lathe can be an excellent choice. Typically featuring a swing capacity of 8 to 12 inches. They are ideal for crafting small objects such as pens, toys, or petite bowls.

Midi Lathe: A midi wood lathe spans the gap between mini and full-size machines. They have a swing of 12–16 inches.

They are versatile, catering to both beginners and more experienced woodworkers. They can handle medium-sized pieces. They often have features that improve control and stability while turning.

Full-size Lathe: Full-size lathes, sometimes referred to as a stationary lathe, can handle projects that are larger than 16 inches. They are great for making furniture legs, big bowls and other large items. These lathes typically offer more power and advanced features, including variable speed settings and more extensive tool rest options.

Wood Lathes for All Skill Levels

Whether you’re just getting into woodworking or have years of experience, Woodcraft has the ideal wood lathe for your needs. The selection includes mini wood lathes for beginners or hobbyists and larger, more powerful models for professionals. If you are new to woodturning and want to spend some time educating yourself about how to safely and effectively use your new lathe, visit the Woodcraft Learning Center. 

Lathe Accessories

Essential to a lathe are turning tools which are used for shaping and finishing your turned projects. From chisels to gouges, scrapers to parting tools, Woodcraft carries everything you need to start turning right away. While you can always buy one tool at a time, it’s good to consider buying a turning tool set because oftentimes, manufacturers offer cost-saving incentives. 

To get the most out of your lathe, you’ll also need a range of lathe accessories. Woodcraft has a full line of adapters and collets, bed extensions, chucks, jaws, tool rests and more. We have everything you need to get started quickly.

Be sure to check out the video Top 5 Wood Turning Tools and Accessories where Carl Jacobson, renowned woodturner and host of TheWoodshop.TV on YouTube, gives some great tips and insight on what he likes best and why.

Project Ideas

Once you've selected your lathe, Woodcraft has a host of projects to inspire your first creation. Among some of our most popular lathe projects are pen turning and Christmas ornament kits.

Questions?

If you have questions about any of our products, visit your local retail location, or talk to one of our Product Experts by calling 1-800-535-4486.