ShopNotes #21 1995-05-01

May 1995
Issue 21

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Table of Contents

Avoiding Kickback4

Safety is no accident. Here's a close-up look at some of the causes of kickback and what you can do to prevent it.

Featherboard6

A unique design lets you adjust this shop-made featherboard to use on many of the tools in your shop.

Tongue & Groove8

Cutting a tight-fitting tongue and groove joint is easy when you follow our simple step-by-step approach.

Lap Desk11

This compact lap desk provides space inside to organize pencils and paper and a large stable surface to write on.

Power Tools14

Which power tools are best for the small shop? Full-size, benchtop, or combination tools?

Thicknessing Jig16

You don't need a planer to thickness stock accurately. All it takes is a hand-held router and this easy to build jig.

Glue-Up Tips20

A collection of our best tips that includes everything from choosing the righ tglue to the best way to apply it.

Table Saws22

Our team tests six popular table saws and offers practical suggestions on selecting a saw that will suit your needs.

Shop Solutions28

Shop-tested solutions from our readers on their most common woodworking problems. Plus two quick tips.

Softwood Grades30

Building a project out of softwood? Understanding the different lumber grades can affect its cost and appearance.

Water-Based Top Coats31

A durable finish that's easy to use. And no messy cleanup. All this makes water-based top coats worth a close look.

Scenes from the Shop32