Trend Accessories

About Trend Accessories

Trend Accessories encompasses a comprehensive range of workshop aids and precision tools designed to complement Trend's renowned routing and woodworking equipment. This carefully curated collection includes everything from pocket hole jigs and trammel sets to honing kits and workpiece supports, each engineered to enhance accuracy, efficiency and safety in woodworking projects. Whether you're scribing precise lines, chiselling hinge recesses, or marking perfect circles, these accessories provide the professional edge that separates adequate work from exceptional craftsmanship.

The selection at Tooled-Up.com features workshop essentials that address common challenges faced by woodworkers and joiners. Practical items such as door holder stands, non-slip mats and storage solutions sit alongside precision marking tools like the Easy Scribe and digital level box carry cases. Many of these accessories employ innovative designs that allow work to be performed flat to the surface for maximum control, whilst others focus on keeping tools clean, organised and protected during transport and storage.

Trend's accessory range demonstrates the brand's commitment to solving real-world workshop problems with thoughtful engineering. From the convenience of adhesive-backed non-slip mats to the versatility of flat-lying trammel sets compatible with steel rules up to 50mm wide, these products reflect decades of understanding tradesperson needs. The Pro Storage Connectors system exemplifies this approach, offering modular organisation that keeps pace with evolving tool collections and project requirements.

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• Trammel Set: A precision marking tool consisting of adjustable points mounted on a beam or rule, used for scribing accurate circles, arcs and parallel lines. Flat-lying trammels sit flush with the workpiece for improved control.
• Pocket Hole Jig: A drilling guide that creates angled holes for joining wood using specialised screws. This concealed joinery method is faster than traditional mortise and tenon joints whilst maintaining excellent strength.
• Honing: The process of refining a cutting edge to razor sharpness using fine abrasives after initial sharpening. Honing paste applied to a leather strop removes microscopic imperfections for optimal tool performance.
• Scribe: To mark or score a precise line on material, typically following a contour or template. Scribing tools feature hardened points that create visible guidelines without the thickness variation of pencil lines.
• Workpiece Support: Devices that secure or stabilise material during cutting, routing or assembly operations. Supports may use friction, clamping or blocking methods to prevent movement and improve safety.
• Lock Block System: A modular workpiece support method using interlocking components that can be configured in multiple arrangements to suit different project sizes and shapes.

Who Uses Trend Accessories?

• Joiners and Carpenters: Regularly use pocket hole jigs, scribing tools and trammel sets for fitting work and precision joinery
• Cabinet Makers: Rely on honing kits, workpiece supports and marking accessories for achieving furniture-quality finishes
• Door and Window Fitters: Depend on door holder stands, hinge chisels and scribing tools for accurate installation work
• Furniture Makers: Utilise trammel sets, pocket hole jigs and precision marking tools for both traditional and contemporary construction methods
• Shopfitters: Require versatile marking and support accessories for on-site fabrication and installation
• Kitchen Fitters: Use scribing tools and pocket hole systems for seamless worktop joints and unit modifications
• DIY Enthusiasts: Benefit from accessible solutions like pocket hole jigs and non-slip mats that deliver professional results without extensive training
• Model Makers and Restorers: Appreciate precision marking tools and miniature jigs for detailed work

How to Choose the Right Trend Accessories

Match Accessories to Your Primary Tools: Consider which Trend routing equipment and power tools you already own. Storage solutions like Pro Storage Connectors work best when coordinated with your existing systems, whilst cleaning products should be suitable for the materials and coatings on your specific tools.

Assess Your Project Scale: Pocket hole jigs come in standard and mini versions—choose based on typical workpiece sizes. Similarly, trammel sets have capacity limits, so select one that accommodates your largest anticipated circles and arcs without being unnecessarily cumbersome for everyday tasks.

Evaluate Workshop Space: Compact accessories like adhesive-backed non-slip mats suit mobile tradespeople or smaller workshops, whilst larger support systems benefit those with dedicated bench space. Storage accessories should fit your vehicle or workshop layout efficiently.

Consider Material Compatibility: Some accessories work best with specific materials—honing systems require appropriate paste grades for different steel types, whilst scribing tools may need harder points for composite materials versus softwoods.

Prioritise Precision Requirements: High-accuracy work like fitted furniture demands precision marking tools like trammel sets and digital level accessories. Production work may prioritise speed-focused solutions like pocket hole jigs over time-intensive traditional methods.

Factor in Durability Needs: Site work demands robust construction and protective cases, whilst workshop-based use may allow lighter-weight options. Tools at Tooled-Up come with manufacturer specifications indicating intended duty cycles and environments.

Popular Accessories

• Router Cutters and Bits: Essential companions to routing accessories, available in numerous profiles and sizes
• Combination Squares: Pair perfectly with trammel sets for parallel line marking and angle verification
• Steel Rules: Required for trammel set operation, available in various lengths up to 1 metre
• Pocket Hole Screws: Specialised fasteners designed specifically for pocket hole joinery applications
• Tool Lubricants and Protectants: Complement cleaning sprays to maintain optimal tool performance
• Bench Clamps and Vices: Work alongside support systems to secure complex workpieces
• Marking Knives and Pencils: Additional marking options for different materials and visibility requirements
• Sharpening Stones: Coarser abrasives for initial edge restoration before honing refinement
• Storage Cases and Bags: Protect complete tool sets during transport between jobs

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pocket hole jigs suitable for hardwoods as well as softwoods?
Yes, Trend pocket hole jigs work with both hardwoods and softwoods. When working with dense hardwoods like oak or maple, drill pilot holes more slowly and ensure your drill bits are sharp to prevent overheating. The angled hole geometry provides strong joints across all timber species.

Can trammel sets be used with any steel rule?
Trend trammel sets accommodate steel rules up to 50mm wide, but verify compatibility with your specific rule thickness and profile. The flat-lying design works best with straight rules that sit flush against the workpiece. Combination squares with removable rules offer excellent versatility when paired with trammels.

How often should I hone my chisels and plane blades?
Honing frequency depends on usage intensity and material hardness. Many woodworkers hone edges every 15-30 minutes during active use on hardwoods, or whenever cutting performance noticeably diminishes. Regular honing with paste and strop maintains keen edges far longer between full resharpening sessions on stones.

What's the difference between standard and adhesive-backed non-slip mats?
Standard non-slip mats rely solely on friction and can be repositioned freely, making them ideal for frequently changing setups. Adhesive-backed versions bond semi-permanently to benches or tool bases, providing more secure hold for repetitive operations or vibration-prone applications. Both prevent workpiece movement during routing and cutting.

Do I need special storage for Trend accessories?
Whilst not essential, organised storage significantly extends accessory lifespan and improves efficiency. The Pro Storage Connectors system offers modular organisation that grows with your collection. At minimum, protect precision tools like trammels and jigs from workshop dust and impact damage using dedicated cases or drawer inserts to maintain accuracy.