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Get great-looking results without tearout when routing dadoes and mortises.
Learn more about these durable finishes that are quick to apply and easy to clean up.
There are times when a water-based finish is the best choice. Clean up is easy and the durability of water-based finishes has improved greatly.
General Finishes, Old Masters, and other manufacturers all make water-based finishes. Check their websites for more information.
It's a snap to upgrade the performance of your jig saw with these handy accessories.
Getting more out of your jig saw will be easy with the accessories beginning on page 12 of ShopNotes No. 95.
If your saw doesn't have a splinter guard, check a few retail outlets that carry your brand.
The Slick Saw adhesive overlay can be cut to fit your saw's shoe. R Boog Industries sells the overlays through specialty woodworking outlets. The company's website has a list of distributors.
The Milescraft SawGuide edge guide is available at hardware stores or home centers. We ordered it from Woodcraft (147761).
The EasyCoper will turn your jig saw into a power coping saw. You can purchase it from the Woodsmith Store, or you can order it from the manufacturer (listed below).
These easy-to-learn techniques will help you get more from your set of chisels.
Learn how to rivet aluminum angle and lightweight plywood into a strong and sturdy chest for your tools.
Most of the hardware used to make the tool box on page 16 of ShopNotes No. 95 is available at your local hardware store or home center, but some items may be harder to find.
The aluminum angle (88805K57) and folding pull handle (1647A31) came from McMaster-Carr, as did the 3/16" x 5/8" low-profile, universal head rivets (97490A247), the #8 washers (90126A512), and the rivet setter (6663A14)
The lid supports (HG-7752), recessed pull handles (NSH-10), and draw latches (NSH-2271) came from Reid Supply.
Shop-tested tips and techniques to solve your woodworking problems.
Laminated construction is the key to making these handy mallets that will last a lifetime.
Shaping the mallet on page 26 of ShopNotes No. 95 is easy with a router. To get a smooth finish, I used a bowl and tray bit. The bit (1376) is available from Routerbits.com. Just visit their website for details (listed below).
You can cut perfect, identical parts with these easy-to-follow tips and techniques. All you need is a template, band saw, and router.
Build the ultimate, portable workstation with built-in storage, handy hold-downs, and auxiliary slide-out worksurfaces.
The multi-purpose table on page 36 of ShopNotes No. 95 is designed to provide a solid, stable platform for working on hobbies and crafts.
The hardware used in this project, including the T-track (12K79.34) and rare-earth magnets (99K37.01), can be purchased from Lee Valley. The insert knobs (DK-82), drawer knobs (DK-77), leg knobs (DK-86), threaded inserts (EZ-14), and suitcase handle (AHC-4) were purchased at Reid Supply. The holddowns (21912) and flange bolts (34771) are from Rockler.
The rich tan color for the leather top can be achieved with Fiebing's leather dye and Tan-Kote protective finish. These products are available at most shoe repair stores or you can check Fiebing's website for a store in your area.
Stop rust on your hand and power tools dead in its tracks with these quick and easy tips.
Keeping rust at bay can be a battle in the shop, but there are products designed to keep rust off tools.
Boeshield, Sandflex Rust Eraser blocks, and other rust preventatives are available at The Rust Store (listed below). You can also find LPS Heavy-Duty Rust Inhibitor at Amazon.com (below).
Make the most of your limited shop space with these three ideas for assembly tables.
We'll share some first-class secrets for crosscutting wide panels on the table saw.
Check out this joinery system that makes mortises like magic. Learn how this new tool works and how you can put it to use in your shop.
The Domino Joiner is another great tool added to Festool's line. You can purchase it directly through Festool's website. It’s also available through the Woodsmith Store.
