Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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504 Ogden Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Hours of Operations

Sunday

11AM - 4PM

Monday

9AM - 6PM

Tuesday

9AM - 6PM

Wednesday

9AM - 6PM

Thursday

9AM - 6PM

Friday

9AM - 6PM

Saturday

9AM - 5PM

Retail store pricing may vary from internet or catalog pricing.

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Woodworking Classes in Downers Grove

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$90.00

All Levels

Setting Up Shop

with Don Washow

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 11:30 AM - 4 PM

Don knows that good planning and organization are the first steps towards successful wood working. Through out his career, Don has set up many different shops, small and large, temporary and permanent, all efficient enough to make a living in. He will explain to you how he reads a space then transforms it into a working shop. Tool selection, work stations, tool and material storage, dust collection, electrical, lighting, along with layout procedures and the importance of a scaled floor plan will be covered. Steps to create a detailed electrical plan will be discussed. He will explain all the ins and outs of setting up and surviving in a small space. You will be amazed at how efficient and comfortable any size shop can be.

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$190.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Mastering Hand Applied Finishes

with Don Washow

Friday, October 24, 2025, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

This is an advanced hands-on, finishing class for everyone. The class begins with a discussion on surface preparation and the selection of sand paper. You will learn what surface each grit will produce and be able to recognize when to advance to the next grit. Each student is expected to prepare numerous hardwood samples obtaining preparation results from 150, through 400 grit. We will discuss and use oil finishes, oil base poly urethanes, and water base poly urethanes as clear top coats. The second half of the class will introduce you to numerous pre stains, stains (both oil and water based), dyes, and dye stains.

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$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Introduction To Hand Planes

with Don Washow

Friday, October 31, 2025, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

How many planes do I need? What's the difference between a $60 and $250 dollar plane? Should I buy planes that are bevel-up, bevel-down or both? Don will answer all these questions and more as he explains how hand planes really work and exactly what they’re used for. Sharpening and tune up will be covered. Everyone will get a chance to use a wide variety of planes from Dons’ personal collection. Bring in all your planes so don can help you identify them, critique them, and help you set them up.

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What's Happening at Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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Kreg 2-Day Event (Day 1)

Friday, November 7, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM

Join us for our Kreg ALL DAY EVENT with our featured Kreg demo from 11am to 12pm! See Kreg tools in action throughout both days. Our in-store experts will be available to discuss products, answer questions and give recommendations. While you’re here, enter for a chance to win a Complete Set of Kreg 20V Blue Ionic Drive Tools, Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig 720PRO or a $100 Woodcraft gift card (no purchase necessary). Plus, enjoy 20% off all Kreg* products during the event so you can Just Get Started on your next project! *Exclusions Apply - See Store for Details.

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Kreg 2-Day Event (Day 2)

Saturday, November 8, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM

Join us for our Kreg ALL DAY EVENT with our featured Kreg demo from 1pm to 2pm! See Kreg tools in action throughout both days. Our in-store experts will be available to discuss products, answer questions and give recommendations. While you’re here, enter for a chance to win a Complete Set of Kreg 20V Blue Ionic Drive Tools, Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig 720PRO or a $100 Woodcraft gift card (no purchase necessary). Plus, enjoy 20% off all Kreg* products during the event so you can Just Get Started on your next project! *Exclusions Apply - See Store for Details.

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Cutting boards

Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1 PM - 2 PM

Fun to make and functional in the kitchen – learn to create a custom cutting board. We’ll explain how to put it together and finish it with design and safety in mind.

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Woodcraft of Downers Grove is Ready to Help You Make Wood Work!

Woodcraft of Downers Grove is the area’s premiere destination for the best woodworking tools, wood, supplies and advice. Whether you consider yourself a novice woodworker or an expert craftsman, Woodcraft has the brands that sawdust makers prefer! Shop top power tool brands like JET, Powermatic, Festool, Laguna, Rikon and more. Plus find the best selection of hand tools from WoodRiver, pfeil, Flexcut, Veritas and other favorites. Stop by for our free monthly woodworking demos or take part in a woodworking seminar. At Woodcraft of Downers Grove we enjoy Helping You Make Wood Work®

We Sell the Best Brands in Woodworking

The best woodworking has to offer from brands like Festool, JET, RIKON and more!

Festool Woodworking Tools. Woodcraft is the largest Festool retailer in the US.
SawStop Table Saws - the standard in table saw safety.
Laguna - Supermax woodworking tools, accessories, and abrasives.