Re-Gluing a Guitar Top Plate Source: Guitar Plate Repairs Re-gluing a Top Plate: For repair purposes, I’m assuming you have removed the top plate of the guitar already. I not, read the article on Guitar Top Plate Removal for information on how to remove it. Tools and Materials Required: Surface Sander Sanding Sticks Filament Tape [...]

Re-gluing a Guitar Back Plate | Detailed article on the steps and precautions to re-install a removed guitar back plate, including tools and materials.

Putty Knifes and Spatulas Source: Repair Tools & Jigs Lots of guitar repair tools can be made from plain old putty knifes and artists spatulas. Artists Spatulas: Artists Spatulas are pretty much ready to use upon purchase. Just make sure you buy the ones with wooden handles because for some uses, you need to heat [...]

The Guitar Brace Tool is invaluable when checking the inside of your acoustic guitar for loose braces or a loose bridge plate. Learn how to make one. Free PDF plan download available and lots more.

Glossary of Luthier Terms Source: General Information Glossary of Luthier Terms: The guitar making profession as in any profession has its’ share of unique terms that apply or are are used as standard terminology. The list in this article is intended to give you insight to learn about these terms and exactly what they are [...]

The Strut Jack Source: Repair Tools & Jigs The Strut Jack: While the Strut Jack is pretty much an “Off-the-shelf” item. There are a few modifications you will want to make so you can use it as an effective Guitar Repair Tool. How To Use It: The highest and best use of the Strut Jack [...]