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Our readers offer their own shop-tested tips to some of their most common woodworking problems.
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Our readers offer their own shop-tested tips to some of their most common woodworking problems.
With its solid wood construction and strong dovetail joints, this sturdy pine toolbox is built to last. It also features two removable bins for organizing small tools.
Four different types of plastic that are sure to improve the performance of your woodworking jigs and fixtures.
Here are some handy tips that will help you get good results when working with plastics.
This shop-made dovetail jig provides an easy way to rout perfect-fitting dovetail joints. The secret is a set of finger-shaped templates that establish the basic size and shape of the dovetails.
If you're turning a long, thin spindle on the lathe, this steady rest provides all the support that's needed to keep it from flexing. A simple wood wedge ensures continuous contact as the spindle gets smaller in diameter.
Building a project out of pine? You can save money by knowing the different grades. Also, avoid problems by working around defects in the lumber.