Announcements
- Lab Access Fall 2025Significant dates and information related to fall access to Fabrication Lab resources.
- Policy on DichloromethaneProducts and materials containing methylene chloride (DCM) will be prohibited on the GSD campus, effective June 1, 2025.
- Reserving Machine TimeReserve Machine Time using the FabJob App. Use a TMP folder for short-term file storage for walk-up use and consultations.
Stationary Tools
- Bandsaw
- Chopsaw
- Miter Saw
- Downdraft Table
- Drill Press
- Hammond Glider Saw
- Jointer Planer
- Panel Saw
- Sanding Machine
- Soldering
- Spindle Sander
- Table Saw
- Wide Belt Sander (requires TA/staff assistance)
- Router Table (requires TA/staff assistance)
- Wood Lathe (requires TA/staff assistance)
- Mill with DRO (requires additional training and/or TA/staff assistance)
Hand Tools
- Handheld Sanders and Sanding Blocks and Plates
- Hot Glue Guns
- Hammers and Mallets
- Cordless and Corded Drills and Impact Drivers
- Screw Drivers
- Measuring Tools
- Pliers
- Wrenches
- Laminating press
- Clamps
- Saws (some require additional training)
- Chisels (ask TA, requires additional training)
- Hand Planes (ask TA, requires additional training)
- Many other assorted tools as well
Tools available to Borrow
Completion of all relevant woodshop training is required to borrow tools from the Fabrication Lab. Borrowed tools are meant to be used within a 2 day window and then returned- we do not offer long term borrowing. Late fees of $10 per item per day will apply and you will be charged full replacement cost after a week if not returned. Borrowing of woodshop tools not included in the Tool library is discouraged and any exception requires supervisor approval.
- Cordless Drills
- Sets of clamps
- Bolt and wire cutters
- Socket set
- Digital scale
- Laser measuring and level tools
- Basic hand tools
- Measuring tools
- 1-2-3 Blocks
- Other assorted tools
Supplies
- Sandpaper
- Wood Glue
- Assorted Screws
- Brads and Staplers for Pnuematic Fastening Tools
- Drill Bits
- Razor blades
- Rags
- Masking Tape
- Pencils!
Woodshop Hours
The Woodshop is typically open:
Monday to Thursday 10 AM – 10 PM
Friday 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday to Sunday 12 – 8 PM
Check the Calendar to determine when Technical Assistants are on duty or whether the space is closed.
Need Help?
Contact a Woodshop Technical Assistant by email at [email protected] or visit us in Gund L35 during the office hours listed on the Calendar.
Woodshop Camera
View the Wood Shop Front Camera, Gund L35
View the Wood Shop Rear Camera, Gund L35
(Must be connected to the Harvard network by being on-campus, or connected via VPN to view remotely.)
The Fabrication Lab is intended for the use of the faculty, staff, and students enrolled in courses at the Graduate School of Design pursuing academic work. Please see our Policies page for more information.