This is the ultimate guide for every woodworker's dream workshop, packed full of UJK essentials! If you're just kitting out your first workshop and looking for direction or wanting to upgrade your kit for solutions based tools, these UJK essentials are must-haves. And, let’s be honest, woodworking is one of those hobbies where you can never have too many tools. But among the endless bits and bobs, some tools genuinely make life easier – this is where UJK likes to shine.
Let's dive into why these UJK essential tools are indispensable, the innovative solutions they offer, and why they should be in everyone's workshop.
1. UJK Level Box
The UJK Level Box is a game-changer for precision and reliability. This magnetic, compact device quickly reads the exact angle of any surface with its digital display. Whether you're setting up a saw blade, adjusting a table, or checking the angle of your workpiece, the UJK Level Box ensures accuracy down to 0.1 degrees. It's a must-have for accurate set ups.
2. UJK Compact Speed Square 125mm
Everyone needs an accurate square, and you won’t find one more accurate than the UJK Compact Speed Square (other than its big brother). This on-the-go, simplified version of the UJK Professional Woodworkers Square is perfect for detailed joints and verifying right angles. Its compact design makes it ideal for tight spaces, and smaller work pieces. Whether you're in the workshop or on-site, this tool handles measuring and marking tasks with ease.
3. UJK Bandsaw Buddy
4 handy tools in 1! The Bandsaw Buddy is your go-to helper for bandsaw setup and more. It magnetically attaches to your blade to help align the fence and table for straight, accurate cuts when fitting a new blade. It’s also a reliable thickness gauge for veneering, a circle marker for bowl blanks, and a handy straight edge for marking out. All this and it even sticks to your bandsaw for easy storage!
4. UJK Paint Points
Painting can be a hassle, but not with UJK Paint Points. These handy little tools lift your workpiece off the work surface, allowing easy brush access to edges and preventing paint runs. Made from CNC-turned aluminium, they are stable and unaffected by modern water-based acrylic paints and varnishes. Paint both sides of your workpiece in a single session and save time with these innovative points.
5. UJK Corner Chisel
Routing a hinge or lock plate recess will always leave you with rounded corners. Yes, you could chisel it out, but the UJK Corner Chisel is a quicker and more accurate solution. With a tungsten steel blade sharpened to a perfect 90° corner, ensures clean, perfectly square corners for a professional finish. A sharp tap with a hammer and you're done!
6. UJK Hook Stop
The UJK Hook Stop, the MFT bench best friend! This little tool is perfect for planing at vertical or 45° angles, and when clamping just won’t work. Its unique hook feature ensures your material stays put for the most precise work. Whether you're using hand planes, power planers, biscuit jointers, or the Festool Domino, the Hook Stop has got you covered. It's super easy to move and adjust, making it a breeze to use for any project, and did we mention it’s stackable! Keep it handy and make awkward planning and clamping a whole lot easier.
7. UJK Large Digital Height Gauge
Setting or checking cutting depths on a router table or table saw can be tricky. The Large Digital Height Gauge makes it much easier. It’s got a clear digital display, a solid base, and offers reliable measurements in both mm and inches, perfect for larger saws and setting router table fences. Accurate set ups just got easier!
8. UJK Pencil
A solid workshop pencil might not sound exciting, but it’s one of those things you use constantly. And, the UJK Pencil isn’t your average pencil. Finding it won’t be a problem, as it is coloured in UJK orange and fitted with an anti-roll case to prevent it from falling off the bench. Designed to mark clean, clear lines even on rough timber, it’s ideal for deep-hole marking. It fits the holes of the UJK Professional Square and the UJK Compact Speed Square perfectly and can always be kept sharp with its built-in sharpener. A small but most certainly essential tool.
9. UJK Radius Gauge Set
When you need to match or replicate rounded corners, this little Radius Gauge Set makes life a lot easier. It includes a range of radii from 1mm to 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm so you can quickly check or mark curves for routing, sanding or matching. It's perfect for creating repeat curvatures and ensuring your parts meet specific requirements. A neat addition to your measuring kit.
10. UJK Assembly Square
The UJK Assembly Square is one of those workshop tools you’ll wonder how you ever managed without. Perfect for building boxes, frames, or cabine, it holds your workpieces at a precise 90° angle—like having an extra pair of hands when you need them most. It’s designed to work with MFT style benches and 20mm guide dogs for quick, accurate setups. Whether you’re gluing, clamping, or screwing parts together, this square keeps everything lined up, making your builds cleaner, easier, and a lot less frustrating.
Round up:
Every tool on this list does more than just perform its basic function, it solves a common workshop challenge, reduces setup time, or brings machine-level precision right in to your hands. For all woodworkers these UJK essentials offer smart, durable upgrades that grow with your skill level.