SoMa Woodshop

WHERE WOOD AND COMMUNITY MEET

Nestled in the back of our SoMa studio, our woodshop is a sanctuary for makers of all kinds. Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or a curious beginner, you'll find a collaborative space equipped with top-notch tools and a welcoming atmosphere. Join us to explore your craft, share your passion, and connect with fellow creatives in a unique environment where wood and clay come together in artistic harmony. Come build, learn, and grow with us!

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Planer

1 x JET JWP-15BHH 15” Planer with Helical Head

Jointer

1 x JET JJ-6HHDX 6” Jointer with Helical Head

Table Saw

1 x SawStop PCS31230 Professional Cabinet Saw w/ 52” T-Glide Fence System

Miter Saw

1 x Dewalt DWS779 12” Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Corded Miter Saw

Band Saws

1 x Rikon 10-3061 10” Deluxe Bandsaw

1 x JET JWBS-14SFX 14” Bandsaw (13” Resaw Capacity)

Circular Saws

1 x Makita 5377MG 7-¼” Magnesium Hypoid Saw

1 x Kreg Track Saw #ACS2100

Jig Saw

1 x Bosch JS260 Professional 6.0 Amp Top-Handle Jig Saw

Drills

1 x Shop Fox W1668 Benchtop Oscillating Drill Press

2 x Dewalt DCD771 ½” Cordless Drill Driver

2 x Dewalt DCF886 ¼” Cordless Impact Driver

Lathes

6 x JET JWL-1221VS 12” x 21” Variable Speed Wood Lathe

1 x Grizzly G0733 18” x 47” Heavy-Duty Wood Lathe

Sanders

1 x JET Benchtop Belt/Disc Sander JSG-96

1 x WEN 6524 Oscillating Belt and Spindle Sander

1 x SuperMax 25-50 Drum Sander

3 x SKIL Orbital Sander with Dust Management

Routers

1 x SawStop 30” In-Line Router Table w/ JessEm Mast-R-Lift II Model #02120

3 x Bosch 1617EVS 2.25 HP Fixed-Base Router with Variable Speed Motor

1 x Dewalt DCW600 Brushless Compact Router

Grinders

1 x Rikon 80-805 Low Speed 8” Bench Grinder

1 x Bosch 1375A 4-½” Angle Grinder

Dust Collectors

1 x Powermatic PM1900TX Dust Collector with 2-Micron Canister Kit, 3HP

2 x JET DC-650 Dust Collector, 1 HP

1 x JET DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector, 1.5 HP, with Canister Filter

Kits

1 x Kreg K4 Pocket Hole Jig System

1 x Dewalt DW682 Plate Joiner Kit (Biscuit Maker)

1 x JessEm Dowelling Jig Master Kit

Shop Vacs

2 x Rigid HD18000 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Cart and Fine Dust Filter

1 x Dewalt DXV14P 14 Gallon Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum

Misc

1 x Neu Master Pneumatic Brad Nailer NPT5040

1 x WORX WX686L 2.5 Amp Oscillating Multi-Tool

1 x Little Wizard II Metal Detector

1 x Wagner HT1000 Heat Gun

1 x Iron

Meet the Co-Managers of our Shop

Paige Warmington

Administrative Head of Woodshop

www.pwarm.art

Paige Warmington is a San Francisco based artist who received their BA from Stanford University in 2022. While their background is in interdisciplinary art, they developed a love for sculpture and working three-dimensionally. Moving to the city has caused them to scale down their work (literally), but joining the Clayroom community has allowed them to mix ceramic sculptures with wood in their recent work.

Matthew Elias

Head of Woodshop Operations

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Hailing from Santa Maria California, Matthew moved to Oakland in 2013 to pursue an MFA in Creative Writing at Mill’s College. After graduating, Matthew never used his degree and instead spent the next 9 years startup hopping till finally burning out and returning to something more meaningful – woodworking. Joining Clayroom SF in the fall of 2022, he has spent the last year learning as much as possible to better his craft. At the moment he is diving deeper into the art of finishing though he will be the first to admit that there does seem to be an endless amount to learn. Above all, he enjoys seeing people learn, create, and be inspired.

Q: If there is a class in session during the time I would like to work in the shop, am I able to come in and work on my project?

A: Members are more than welcome to work in the shop while a class is in session, if they stay out of the way of the class and work on the Members table. Classes have priority over the shop during class time, so please make sure to talk to the instructor about what machines they will be using.

Q: I have questions about my project but when I am in the shop, Matt and Paige aren’t there. When is the best time to catch them?

A: Both Matt and Paige are in the shop most weekday mornings and alternating Sunday afternoons they run office hours between 12 and 5. If you are unable to make those times work, email either of them and they will work with you to find a good time to troubleshoot your project.

Q: I keep hearing terms like “ceramic member” and “woodshop-only member”, what does that mean?

A: A “ceramic member” is someone who has a shelf space and access to both the ceramics areas and the woodshop. This is how Paige sometimes refers to the traditional Clayroom members because she runs the “woodshop-only” membership program and like the name suggests, the “woodshop-only members” only have access to the woodshop. If you are a “ceramic member” and only use the woodshop, contact Paige if you are interested in switching over to a “woodshop-only” membership.

Q: Can I bring my dog to the woodshop?

A: No. Even if your dog is the most well behaved dog in the world, having them in the shop is super dangerous for them and for us. Because of that, dogs should stay on the mezzanine or at home.

Q: I found a cool piece of wood and I’d like to make something out of it in the shop, can I do that?

A: No. There is absolutely no found wood or wet wood in the shop.

Q: If I can’t bring in found wood, how do I order wood?

A: Once you’ve attended an orientation, you will gain access to the lumber order form and be able to order lumber through our shop orders.

Q: I have a friend who wants to collaborate with me on a woodworking project, is there any sort of “buddy pass” so I can bring them in?

A: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a “buddy pass” or have guests in the shop for any reason due to safety concerns.

Q: I am new to the shop, how do I get in touch with Matt or Paige if I have any questions not covered in this Frequently Asked Questions section?

A: For any membership or policy questions, email Paige at paige@clayroomsf.com. For any maintenance questions, email Matt at matthew@clayroomsf.com.

Membership Information

While a Clayroom ceramic membership does provide access to our SoMa woodshop, we also offer "woodshop-only" memberships for those looking to only woodwork.

See below for what qualifies you to be considered a "woodshop-only" member.

Woodshop-only Member Checklist

You are not interested in becoming a ceramic member and only want to woodwork
You feel comfortable working in the woodshop unassisted/unsupervised
You are able to mill your own lumber unassisted/unsupervised
You understand that this shop is a community space and will respect it

If you are a ceramic member or woodshop student and have more questions, please refer to the "How Do I Gain Access?" tab for more information on how to be approved for shop use.

Class Information

We offer many different types of classes at our SoMa woodshop. Our instructors are well versed in woodworking to be able to teach woodworkers of all skill levels. See below for more information on the different kinds of classes offered.

Try Day Classes

Our Try Day classes are 1 time Friday night classes. Our most popular Try Day is our Serving Board Try Day where students make their own charcuterie board in 2 hours and 45 minutes. These classes are meant to serve as a taster class for students who want to dip their toes into woodworking before diving all the way in.

6 Week Beginner Machine Classes

Our 6 Week Beginner Machine classes are classes that require no previous knowledge of a woodshop. These classes aim to teach students the basics of milling wood, using the table saw, basic glue ups, and basic wood joinery. They meet once a week for six weeks and teach students basic skills through the construction of one project such as a serving tray or 3 boxes.

6 Week Intermediate Machine Classes

Our 6 Week Intermediate Machine classes are classes that require some knowledge of woodworking, either taught in our beginner classes or from previous woodshop experience. These classes meet once a week for six weeks and tend to focus on larger projects such as side tables.

6 Week Beginner Turning Classes

Our 6 Week Beginner Turning classes are classes that require no previous knowledge of a wood lathe. These classes aim to teach students the basics of woodturning. They meet once a week for six weeks and teach students basic skills through the process of creating projects using either the Bowl or Spindle style of woodturning.

6 Week Intermediate Turning Classes

Our 6 Week Intermediate Turning classes are classes that require some knowledge of woodturning, either taught in our beginner classes or from previous woodshop experience. These classes meet once a week for six weeks and tend to focus on teaching students how to mill their own turning blanks to deepen their woodturning and woodshop skills.

Class Policies