Table Saws

One of the classic tools of professional and amateur woodworkers, these powerful saws feature a fixed, circular blade on an integrated tabletop. Also known as bench saws, they are capable of a large variety of fast, precision cuts and functions, including rip cutting timbers and trimming panel boards.

What Are Bench Saws Used For?

Table saws and bench saws have become such a staple of workshops because they can perform essential woodworking cuts quickly and accurately using different blades. This includes ripping, cross-cutting, bevel cuts, mitre cuts, joints, rabbets, grooves and kerfing. Toolstation stocks a wide range of table saws from leading brands such as DeWalt, Scheppach and Einhell Classic. Find compact, lightweight and portable table saws or heavy-duty saw tables for contractors and tradespeople. We also have cordless table saws for flexible working and starter table saws that are ideal for enthusiastic home woodworkers.

 

Why use a table saw?

A table saw gives you:

• Clean, repeatable rip cuts and crosscuts
• Precise bevel and mitre cuts with adjustment
• Capability for groove, dado or tongue & groove cuts (with the right blade or jig) - LINK
• Faster throughput on sheet goods (plywood, MDF, OSB)
• Better control, support, and accuracy than handheld circular saws
• Dust port for connection to extraction systems

Whether you’re trimming sheet material, making boxed carcasses, or building furniture, a bench saw is a workhorse in your toolkit.

 

Choosing the Right Table Saw

Key factors to consider when buying a table saw:

• Motor power – determines cutting strength.
• Blade size & cutting depth – affects material thickness you can cut.
• Rip capacity – how wide you can cut from the fence.
• Fence accuracy – essential for straight, repeatable cuts.
• Table size & stability – impacts control and precision.
• Safety features – riving knife, guard, and emergency stop.
• Dust extraction – keeps workspace clean and safe.
• Portability – important for site use or small workshops.
• Build quality & warranty – ensures long-term reliability.

 

What types of cuts can I make with a table (bench) saw?

You can rip (lengthwise), cross-cut (across width), bevel cuts, mitre cuts, dado/groove cuts, rabbets, and tenons (with the right blade or jig).

Can a table saw handle sheet goods like plywood or MDF?

Yes - with the right blade and support (infeed/outfeed tables or rollers), our table saws can cut large panels fast and cleanly. But always use proper support, push sticks, and guard features.

What accessories do I need for a table saw?

Common accessories include: 

• Quality blades (rip blade, crosscut blade, combination blades)
• Zero-clearance insert
• Miter gauge
• Sleds
• Featherboards
• Extension tables or roller stands
• Dust collection accessories

Why is dust extraction important on a table saw?

Dust extraction helps keep the blade clear, maintains cut visibility, reduces airborne dust (health hazard), and keeps your workshop cleaner. Many of our saws include a dust port you should connect to a vacuum or extractor.