#194–Nov/Dec 2007
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Get Serious About Clamping
Learn the science behind clamping, for perfect glue-ups
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Quick, Sturdy Bookcase
Learn to taper sliding dovetails for an easier glue-up
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Three Federal Legs
Power tools speed the process, banding adds style
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Furniture Kids Will Love
Follow your imagination but don't lose sight of safety
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Spray-Gun Choices
A fast, flawless, finish costs less than you think
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Make a Simple Spray Booth
Inexpensive foldaway booth lets you safely spray indoors.
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A Modern Bench
This Scandinavian-inspired bench features straightforward joints, graceful curves, and a woven cord seat.
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Using Hand Screws
Time-honored tool is still first choice for a variety of shop tasks
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A Quick Course in SketchUp
This powerful 3D drawing program is easy to use-and it's free
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What's the Difference: White Oak vs. Red Oak
Two varieties differ in pore size, leaf shape, and clearly wood color
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Handheld Routing
Gary Rogowski shares tips on cutting edge profiles and curves, and techniques and jigs for straight cuts.
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Carve a Rosette
Learn essential carving skills with this classic ornament
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Water-Based Finishes
Know the science and make smarter choices
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Sweeping Curves
The simple, elegant lines of Adrian Ferrazzutti’s modern chair belie complex construction requiring an array of planing and belt-sanding jigs
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Manufacturers Unveil New Tools in Las Vegas
Find out which products snagged our attention at the 2007 AWFS Fair
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Great Brushes for Shellac, Lacquer, and Varnish
Gramercy Tools’ new ox-hair brushes lay down smooth, even coats
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Clean-Cut Dovetails
Q: I’m a novice at cutting dovetails and can get them only to the point of a rough fit. My problem is in cutting away the waste between both the…
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Lumber Rack on Wheels
Q: Is it possible to get further details about the sheet-goods rack shown in “Choosing and Using Casters” (FWW #190, pp. 76-81)? The article shows how to make the platform…
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More on Shop Noise
Q: David Heim’s article (FWW #189) on shop noise gives figures on noise levels for various tools and noise reduction by several types of earplugs and muffs. How do I…
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The Clearest Finish
Q: I want to keep my spalted maple looking as natural and non-yellow as possible. What finish should I use? Anna Thornton, Brookline, MA A: Maple has a tendency to…
Articles
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The Essential Handplanes
Philip C. Lowe discusses the must-have planes for any shop.
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Weaving a Danish Cord Seat: Wrapping Front to Back
The first steps in weaving a Danish cord seat happen before you glue up the project.
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Finish Recipe: Spraying Lacquer
This quick and durable finish is a perfect fit for an everyday bookcase
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Burnishing a Card Scraper
A step-by-step guide to tuning and sharpening this versatile smoothing tool.
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Tips and Techniques for Using a Card Scraper
Bob Van Dyke shares smart techniques for using this versatile smoothing tool in combination with fine sandpaper.
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Bob Van Dyke Shop Tip: Use Epoxy to Fill Voids in Wood
Combine a 5-minute epoxy and black pigment to make a natural-looking filler
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Expert Lesson: Drill Bits
A complete overview on choosing the right drill bit and drilling accurate holes
