History of Plywood Here's an interesting ramble through woodworking history, covering the invention of plywood in ancient Egypt (or before), and some anecdotes about lacquer. October 2, 2007
Tuning Up an Older Edgebander A cabinetmaker gets help with an adhesion problem with an old-model Adwood edgebander. September 27, 2009
Screw Through a Water Pipe: Whose Fault? It's a typical snafu: the cabinet installer hits a water pipe with a screw. This thread is a collection of examples, with descriptions of who covered the repair cost. August 16, 2012
Woodworkers and Labor Unions Woodworkers discuss the relevance of organized labor to modern conditions in the industry. February 6, 2007
Stile and Rail Sizes for Doors and Drawer Faces A thoughtful discussion on whether and how to vary the stile and rail proportions when designing and detailing cabinets with larger doors and smaller drawer faces. July 13, 2010
Shopping for a Widebelt Sander: One Head or Two? Expert advice on good characteristics for a belt sander, with advice on effective sanding and some first-hand reports on a few models. April 19, 2015
Fire Code Hassles in Shop Remodel Here's a cautionary tale: connecting two shop buildings trips the square-footage trigger for fire sprinkler requirements, and it's the surprised owner who gets burned. February 19, 2008
-What is a Board Foot? Explanation and glossary of lumber terms by Professor Eugene Wengert. May 2, 2001
"Cherry-Picking" Lumber Is it right to select the pieces you like from a stack of boards and leave the rest for the next person? July 24, 2006
Wood Choice for Reproduction Windows Spanish Cedar, White Oak, and Cypress are options that come to mind for a durable exterior application. and January 23, 2014
Types of Mahogany Here's a little in-depth info about the various wood species that are labeled "Mahogany." March 13, 2014
Milling Big Logs and Root Balls This is a very basic discussion of investing in a chainsaw mill for cutting large butt logs, but it has some nice photos in it.March 13, 2014
Machining Knotty Alder Rustic alder mouldings are in demand because of energetic marketing. But the material is extremely rough on knives, machines badly, and has a high waste factor. July 3, 2006
Commercial Work, Payment Terms, and Cash Flow A commercial millwork shop owner who usually bills weekly considers whether to take on work with monthly billing and possible payment delays. Here's a good discussion about the risks you take when you change the way you do business. November 23, 2012
Cabinet Sink Front Design Concepts What's the point of a false drawer front at kitchen cabinet sink locations? And are there any better ideas? Sure there are.September 23, 2013
Troubleshooting a New Slider After getting a variety of advice on finding the source of trouble, a woodworker finds out his new sliding table saw had a bad motor from the factory. September 3, 2014
Shoes Off in the House? Woodworkers discuss the practicality of working in socks, and the alternatives for protecting floors in high-end residential work. October 14, 2009
Troubleshooting Buckled Peel-and-Stick Veneer Indoor humidity has caused adhesive-backed veneer to buckle. Here, pros discuss the limitations and vulnerabilities of the material. November 20, 2005
A Selling System, part one Part one of five, from Custom Woodworking Business magazine, on developing a customer base through a carefully planned and executed sales approach. 1998.
1998-Rewarding your People Creating a productive, inclusive shop atmosphere, and rewarding employee initiative. 1998
Causes of Shake Bacteria is what causes shake in trees. September 24, 2003
Allowing for Wood Expansion in Solid Board Paneling A woodworker puzzles over the measures needed to let V-groove wood board paneling expand and contract with seasonal moisture changes in a seaside home. January 2, 2012
Setting Limits for Punch-List Work Cabinetmakers discuss how to avoid being punch-listed to death, and where to draw the line. April 22, 2014
Sailboat masts A discussion of species and techniques for seasoning wood used for sailboat masts. March 2, 2000
Case Construction Methods Thoughts on the benefits of dadoes and screws for cabinet carcase assembly. December 10, 2007
Cutting dadoes and spraying Finding the best order to assemble, finish and dado. (Cabinetmaking Forum) May 1, 2003
Fine-Tuning Log Scale Estimates Log scales are a tried and true standard for estimating board feet. But here's a discussion on improving the accuracy of specific estimates for particular jobs at the bandsaw mill. August 3, 2009
Tallying Moldings Suppliers round off piece lengths in different ways. Are you getting the quantities you ordered? May 29, 2005
Stitches Telegraphing Through Cherry Veneer Veneer pros help troubleshoot an puzzling bleed-through problem: stitches showing through over time in a Cherry veneer layup. January 11, 2007
Solid Wood Cabinet Backs and Wood Movement A cabinetmaker considers, then rejects, the customer's request for an 8-foot-long solid wood back for an island cabinet. July 25, 2010
Down-Draft Dust Collection Table Tips and advice on rigging an old squirrel-cage fan up to power a down-draft table. October 3, 2007
Seeking a Modern "Violin Ground" Violin makers have long used special formulas to prepare the instrument for varnishing. Here's a discussion of what traditional or modern formulas might contain. July 11, 2013
Should Cabinet Door Glass Be Tempered? A discussion of why tempered glass is preferable in some situations, and some information about tempering and about costs. September 27, 2009
Competition for Installation Contracts A cabinetmaker complains that his installation sub started working directly for the builder. The story sets off a discussion on fair competition in the new-construction market. November 11, 2005
Spray Quality Issues, Sandpaper Choice, and Inter-Coat Adhesion A finisher has concerns about both the off-the-gun quality of his base coat, and the possible problems created by his sandpaper selection. Colleagues straighten him out on both counts. March 30, 2008
End Checking in Beech Blocks Drying cracks in imported Beech blocks may be the re-opening of existing cracks, related to changes in atmospheric relative humidity. November 27, 2007
Engineering for Tables A discussion of the stresses applied to a heavy table in use, and what they imply in terms of appropriate dimensions and construction details. March 28, 2012
Creating a Thin Striated Glaze Finishers discuss improvised tools and hand techniques for obtaining a pattern of thin lines ("striations") on a finished surface. January 24, 2014
Color "Burnthrough" Ideas for getting a sanded-through look to enhance the sense that a new piece is anything but. January 25, 2005
Supporting Traveling Dust Collection Ducts Here's a good look at several shop-rigged solutions for bringing dust collection ducting to CNC equipment under low ceilings, with freedom to match the equipment's travel. August 15, 2011
Solar Drying Kiln Q&A Basic questions and answers on vent sizing and temperature conditions in a solar kiln. January 18, 2011
Humorous Tool Definitions Do not read this while drinking, or your beverage may go up your nose and on your keyboard. December 28, 2006
Estimating board footage Most accurate and most accepted methods of figuring BF for lumber. December 17, 2002
Threaded-Rod Reinforcement for an Exterior Door Woodworkers kick around a complex technical topic: whether and how to use steel to reinforce a wood door. (Also in this thread, a discussion of a "Copernicus" design pattern.)July 11, 2013
Idea: a Sawmill with No Frame? Forumgoers kick around the concept of a "gantry" bandmill that would roll on wheels on a slab, instead of sliding on a steel frame. October 3, 2009
Loose Tenon Joinery for Chairs Loose tenons are easier than traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and they are a more robust and authentic solution than dowels or biscuits. October 26, 2011
Melamine Versus Plywood for Kitchen Cabinets It's an apples-to-oranges comparison, but one that sets off a thoughtful exchange of views about workability and performance in this thread from the Cabinetmaking forum. June 28, 2005
Sawing and Drying Sycamore Sycamore is attractive and useful, but moves drastically while drying. Here's good advice on how to minimize movement and make the most of each board. June 27, 2006
Removing Studs Without Damaging Back-Side Drywall Here are tips for surgically removing a short section of wall stud from a bathroom wall to create space for installing a medicine cabinet, without damaging the artistically painted drywall in the adjoining room behind the wall. August 15, 2011
Cyclone Filter Clogging and Duct Sizing Troubleshooting a clogging situatin in pleated air filters for a cyclone dust collection system. Is too-small ducting the problem? January 23, 2012
Milling Reclaimed Heart Pine Lumber Advice on knives, cleanup, safety, and more, for an operation to mill resawn old pine timbers into mouldings. December 15, 2005
Checking for Face Twist when Installing Cabinets Advice for installers on how to make sure the face of a built-in cabinet isn't being pushed out of flatness by irregular, out-of-plumb house walls. November 5, 2013
Radius Bead A craftsman asks for advice on cutting a bead profile into an arched bookcase front, and hears the details of several alternative methods. October 4, 2005
Gloves in Woodshops The consensus view is, no gloves allowed when operating machinery. October 13, 2010
Working with Sapelle Notes on the workability and machinability of this exotic tropical hardwood. January 8, 2007
Chip Clearing and Dents in Mouldings Dents that occur when chips are pressed back into the wood by cutter ends are related to problems with the dust collector's suction. July 18, 2008
Grinding Wheels 101 A description of grinding wheel characteristics, and some helpful tips on grinding tools. February 14, 2007
Fire Department Safety Inspection Fire pre-planning is a key aspect of fire-department response readiness training. Here, a woodworker tells about the day 30 firefighters showed up to view his shop, and a woodworker who is also a firefighter explains why a thing like that would happen. July 5, 2006
Making Curly Maple "Pop" Finishers share ideas for bringing out the best in this stressed wood. February 26, 2005
Teak Door Core Material Well-informed opinions about whether to use engineered core, a solid Teak core with Teak veneer, or simple laminations of solid Teak when building a Teak door. February 1, 2011
Keeping a tally Ideas for tallying BF while custom sawing. May 2, 2001
Face Frame Efficiency Avoiding bottlenecks in face frame construction. September 20, 2004
Spray Booth Safety A discussion of spray booth requirements, with some interesting photos. October 14, 2006
Logging arch Designing and building your own. November 22, 2003
Is Mahogany Okay in a "Mission Style" Furniture Piece? The customer is always right, of course. But technically, what types of wood are legit in a "Mission," "Stickley," or "Arts and Crafts" piece of furniture?February 17, 2014
Wood Movement Worries with Large Wainscot Panels Oversized floating panels are likely to grow and shrink too much to be practical. Here are some explanations, and advice on substitute materials. August 12, 2014
Documenting Work Taking photos of your cabinet installs could help you out some time, in case someone else comes along and disturbs or damages things. May 11, 2011
Conversion Varnish Turning Wood Panels Pink Investigation reveals that the catalyst in the varnish reacts with the wood to create a pinkish hue. Solution? Start by applying some kind of barrier coat. June 28, 2013
Unusual Quilted Figure in Eastern Red Cedar A sawmill owner shows off a one-in-a-million Cedar board with wavy, curly figure, and a photo of the log's unusual bark. November 16, 2011
Job-Costing in a Busy Shop How do you keep track of labor hours per job, when workers are always jumping around from project to project? October 25, 2006
Mortising fenceposts A few methods for cutting holes in split rail fencing. July 29, 2003
Whether to Oil or Wax Antique Furniture Be extremely cautious — the finish on a true, high-value antique furniture piece might be harmed by anything you do to it. caAugust 30, 2007
LCD Monitor and CAD CAD users generally consider the switch to an LCD monitor to be a worthwhile upgrade. Just make sure the rest of your system is ready for it. March 25, 2007
Dust Collectors Set Up in Parallel A woodworker experiments with ganging small dust collection systems together to boost efficiency. April 18, 2006
Job Site Toolbox Ideas Installers tell how they transport and organize their tools on the job. December 9, 2007
Slab Photo Essay A tour through the nice slab collection of an urban tree salvage aficionado. April 30, 2009
Techniques for Heavy Glue-Ups Tips for successfully accomplishing a monster glue-up (14 inches thick, 30 wide, and 144 long). February 1, 2011
Intentional Spalting Can you treat logs with fungus and humidity to create spalting on purpose? Some say "yes," but it's more art than science. June 23, 2005
Moisture Testing Variability A discussion of factors that could account for a discrepancy between a supplier's wood moisture content readings and the customer's. October 12, 2008
Trim Wraps for Old Beams Millwork installers discuss ways to trim out posts and beams. October 8, 2005
Laying Up Radius-Curve Door Panels Cabinetmakers describe ripping, joining, and planing techniques for building barrel-stave curved door fronts. September 7, 2006
Cutoff Switch for Microwave Power Receptacle A cabinetmaker wants suggestions for a safety switch for an unconventional microwave cabinet, but instead he receives warnings about the wisdom of the whole idea. June 16, 2014
Sheen, Clear Coats, and Glazing Glaze coats are easier to wipe off if you use a high-sheen base coat, or apply a high-sheen clear coat over the base coat before applying the glaze.
Cleaning Up Imported Drawing Files CAD users sometimes have to comb various garbage out of imported files to get rid of problems. September 27, 2009
Edgebander Guillotine Retraction Issues A detailed troubleshooting report about solving problems with the guillotine device on a Holz-Her edgebander, with good info on sources for parts and support. June 22, 2012
Is It Necessary to Sand Mouldings? Sanding equipment for your moulding operation shouldn't be needed if knives are sharp and well balanced and the machine is well set up. September 5, 2006
Reconditioning of Collapsed/Washboard Timber Collapse of sawn lumber during drying is a rare event. Steaming may help prevent the problem, and to some extent cure it. January 12, 2015
How to Stack and Dry Large Beams Advice on stacking, stickering, and banding large-dimension Oak timbers for air drying. January 18, 2012
Order of Operations for Making Door Stiles When making rails and stiles for cope-and-stick doors, do you shape the ends or the long sides of the pieces first? Cabinetmakers have different ways, and for different reasons. February 9, 2006
Finding Spindles for an Old Shaper This thread about locating parts for an old Whitney shaper has some interesting info on the way the old iron was built. June 30, 2014
A multi-faceted challenge An architectural woodworker gets ideas for making a too-wide handrail intersect gracefully with an octagon-shaped newel cap. December 17, 2003
Slab Table Leg Joinery Advice on table leg joinery that will tolerate movement in the slab table top. January 24, 2010
Oops! Fixes for an Under-Catalyzed Finish When you spray conversion varnish without the proper dose of catalyst, is there any remedy short of stripping and starting over? July 29, 2011
Entering the Cut Bandmill operators discuss the problem of a brief "bump" in blade tracking as the blade first enters the log. Usually, blade tension is the issue. October 14, 2006
Responding to Competing Employment Offers A skilled woodworker accepts a new job, then gets a better offer from another employer. How should he communicate with both prospective employers? January 7, 2007
Log Size and Portable Sawmill Choice A bandsaw mill is more appropriate than a swing mill for logs less than 2 feet in thickness. Here is more info on purchasing the right equipment. April 11, 2008
Cabinet Pricing Versus Built-In Pricing A cabinetmaker who does mostly kitchens gets advice on pricing for a basic built-in entertainment center. February 12, 2009
Wash Coats for Maple More thoughts on sealing maple to allow even staining. April 19, 2006
Waterborne Lacquer over Solvent Lacquer Product reps won't promise good performance, but some finishers have had good results by cleaning and sanding for a strong mechanical bond. September 3, 2011
Small Auxiliary Dust Collection Solutions Ways to provide occasional dust collection for lightly-used tools, so you don't have to crank up your central system. February 13, 2006
Fitting Drawers to a Racked Euro-Cab The frameless cabinets were put in place twisted, so now the drawers don't fit properly. What to do? June 11, 2014
Wood Heat for a Shop Wood stoves in a shop introduce concerns about safety and about excessively dry shop air. January 20, 2010
White Pine for Stick Framing A few facts about the standards relating to the use of White Pine as house framing lumber. November 3, 2010
Handling and Disposing of Wood Chips Moulding manufacturers discuss the mechanical and social engineering details of recycling wood waste. February 6, 2007
Tooling Up for Door Production A discussion of the ideal machinery setup for efficient production of cabinet doors on a regular basis. February 26, 2007
Re-Glazing Factory-Finished Doors Thoughts on how to refinish brand new painted and glazed cabinet doors, for more consistent results. August 17, 2009
Getting Tight Joints with a Corner Stapler Corner staplers make fast work of frame assembly. For joints that are tight on the front face, elevate the pieces on blocks and clamp carefully. April 20, 2008
Assessing a Used Edgebander Advice on checking a previously owned edgebander for typical wear and tear issues, and some complaints about the inconsistent thickness of edgebanding these days. August 19, 2013
Low-Odor, Quick Adhesive for Refacing Is there a fast-setting contact cement for commercial re-facing work that does not smell bad or carry health risks? February 25, 2009
Cherry Aging and Figure Cabinetmakers and instrument makers discuss ways to maintain the distinctive look of strongly figured Cherry, even as the wood darkens over time from exposure to light. March 12, 2014
Index Pin Accuracy on Line Boring Machines Index pin setups let you extend the line of holes you bore, but there is debate about how accurate they allow you to be. October 2, 2007
Solid Wood Octagon Table Top Failure Wood movement dooms a solid wood "sunburst" table top, and we learn why that will always happen. February 12, 2007
Cleaning Sprayroom Floors Advice on how to remove coating overspray build-up from a concrete spray booth floor. August 30, 2005
Shop Security Advice on locks, cameras, watchdogs, security procedures, and staying within the law in protecting your shop and tools after closing. February 6, 2010
Cabinet warranty period What is a reasonable warranty period for a custom cabinet installation? July 24, 2001
Installing Cabinets When Carpet Has Been Laid Thoughts on how to handle the business and technical problems raised when a GC asks the cabinet installer to follow the carpet installer in the job sequence. August 31, 2009
Drawer Slide Jigs Pros suggest several options for quick and accurate drawer-slide installation. June 17, 2005
Fingerprints in Finish A cabinetmaker tries to figure out how his pieces are getting fingerprints on them. January 2, 2012
Diagnosing a Beetle Infestation The Wood Doctor discusses the risk indicated by insect exit holes appearing in wood recently brought indoors. April 30, 2009
Sassafras Siding A look at some Sassafras used for house siding, with some tips on drying, handling, et cetera.May 15, 2011
Choosing a Power Feeder Advice on matching power-feeder horsepower to the intended use. July 27, 2008
Wet Cottonwood with Wind Shake Some comments about the dubious strength and quality of lumber from Cottonwood logs having noticeable wind shake. July 28, 2006
Cutterheads 101 Basic considerations for knife selection and machine adjustment and operation. February 14, 2007
Troubleshooting Breakage of Bits CNC operators help a colleague figure out why his 1/4-inch bits keep breaking in 3/4-inch-thick hardwood. August 29, 2006
Defining Quarter-Sawn and Rift-Sawn There are both formal and informal definitions for "quarter-sawn" lumber. Here, cabinetmakers and the Wood Doctor discuss the fine points. July 5, 2006
Glue Joint Failure in Heat-Treated Wood Wood that has been "roasted" at 300-plus degrees Fahrenheit loses some of its adhesive bonding qualities. January 19, 2012
End Panels Inset into a Face Frame Cabinetmakers discuss construction methods for a nice end-panel detail: panels set into a face frame, with a slight reveal. March 25, 2007
Upper Cabinets Adjacent to a Microwave A 14-inch deep microwave stands a little proud of the nearby 12-inch upper cabs. Here are some design suggestions for deeper cabinets to bring the faces flush. April 18, 2006
Sticker Thickness Three quarters of an inch is the practical minimum. April 10, 2005
Finishing Dovetail Drawer Fronts A furniture builder gets help figuring out how to finish the fronts of some dovetail drawers in a custom piece. August 14, 2007
MDF for Door Panels Woodworkers discuss the suitability of MDF for the raised panels in interior house doors. April 24, 2006
Stripes in Fir Plywood A cabinetmaker's finisher notices a strange defect in some Fir plywood, probably caused by grain compression that happened at the plywood mill. October 13, 2012
Material Build-Up Problem on Spray-Gun Tip Advice on correcting a spray-gun performance issue: build-up of material on the spray tip, causing "fingers" in the wet finish. February 15, 2009
Aging of Cherry No finish will stop cherry from changing color over time — period. November 12, 2006
Kiln Drainage Wood in a kiln releases water in vapor form. But condensation may occur in the kiln, requiring attention to drainage. April 2, 2015
Quieting Down a Dust Control System Advice on fan selection, fan placement, and other factors that could affect the noise generated in a dust extraction system. December 31, 2012
Wall Oven in a Base Cabinet Mixing and matching oven units and cooktops is tricky. Here, pros supply advice and cautions. July 21, 2006
Red Flags There are many ways to qualify customers. In this thread, shop owners discuss the tell-tale signs of a job you'd be wiser not to take. June 12, 2005
Laying Up and Attaching Wood Wall Panels Woodworkers discuss how to fabricate and hang wall panels of grooved-out hardwood veneer on a plywood substrate. May 26, 2008
Vertical Panel Saw Choices Information on capabilities and setup details for different vertical panel saws. May 2, 2011
Windsor Chair Leg-to-Seat Joints Furniture makers discuss the logic behind using tapered through tenons with wedges for joining chair legs to seats. July 24, 2006
Wall Nailing Hard Spot Mystery Sometimes it takes a little detective work to figure out why fasteners won't penetrate at one particular spot. January 11, 2008
Walnut Substitute for Handrail Work Should a stair builder use Walnut for a custom handrail, or look for a suitable alternative? September 23, 2008
Warping of a Tabletop with an Unbalanced Finish A teachable moment: Finishers explain why tabletops finished on one side only (and in humid conditions to boot) experienced bad warping. December 31, 2005
A Tag-Team Four-Motor Vacuum Setup A shop owner describes how he ganged four 240-volt motors onto one vacuum system to get the suction he needed within the power limitations at his shop. January 5, 2010
Shop Noise and Hearing Protection Say what? Shop owners discuss earplugs, hearing tests, and strategies for lowering shop noise levels. December 7, 2007
Drying Black Walnut Thoughts on drying the lumber from some Black Walnut yard trees. December 6, 2009
Waterborne Finishes Versus Solventborne Lacquer Struggling with the application and quality issues encountered when switching to waterborne formulas for health and safety reasons. June 8, 2011
Sawmilling: Thickness guidelines Differents customers want boards sawn to different thicknesses--what are the standards? August 12, 2001
Coping on a Shaper For large quantities of base shoe and cap, coping ends on a shaper could be worth the setup expense. Here's a discussion of the fine points. November 10, 2006
Determining MC by weight Tools and techniques for measuring moisture content by weighing lumber cuttings. January 4, 2001
Mitering Radius Moulding to Straight Moulding Here's help visualizing and laying out the miter cuts where a curved piece of moulding meets a straight piece with the same profile. April 24, 2014
Finishing Backs of Face Frames Is it worth the trouble to finish the back of a cabinet face frame? Cabinetmakers swap opinions and methods. October 13, 2005
Working with Spray Glaze Advice on applying and removing a spray-on glaze product, and tips on compatibility with the base coats.February 29, 2012
Attaining a Flat Sheen on Furniture A flat finish on furniture is challenging, especially in the case of touch-up and repair. Here, the pros supply some advice. January 14, 2008
1/16" Versus 1/8" Cabinet Door Reveals Careful hinge choices will help prevent doors from interfering with each other, but if they're too close, you might still have trouble. December 27, 2010
Table-Leaf Warping Problem Why are extra leaves from a tabletop warping? Experts explain causes and cures. June 28, 2005
Fireplace Trim Design Example Here's a problem and possible solution for trimming out around a fireplace flanked by built-in cabinets. December 7, 2008
Mortising for Monsters How would you make a 2-foot mortise in a giant stick of Ipe wood? We don't learn that here, but we do learn something about why Ipe is so tough on tools. July 3, 2008
Large Raised-Panel Assemblies Woodworkers discuss materials, joints and methods for constructing large cope-and-stick panel assemblies (not for doors). November 10, 2005
Yellow Cedar Characteristics Not a true Cedar, Yellow Cedar grows mainly on the northern Pacific coast of North America. Here is some info about its useful properties. April 2, 2013
Re-Facing a Stair Stringer A woodworker needs to apply a veneered face to an existing stair stringer. Here's the advice he receives on scribing and fitting. October 27, 2008
Tooling for Cope-and-Stick Doors Pros describe machinery and cutterheads for coped mortise and tenon door part machining. August 23, 2005
Antique Barn-Board Cabinets A high-end home with cabinets made from weathered old barn siding? Craftsmen suggest ways to marry rustic and fine. June 12, 2005
Water Based Gun and Hose Flushing Advice on cleaning solutions for gun and hose maintenance when using waterborne formulas. June 17, 2010
Setting Up to Make Fuel from Sawdust A look at the cost and practicality of equipment to turn your sawdust and shavings into heating fuel on a small scale. September 16, 2013
Working with HDPE Sheet Goods Tips on cutting, machining and joining high density polyethylene (HDPE) sheet goods for cabinet fabrication. July 27, 2008
Shopping for a Dehumidifying Kiln If you consider getting a European-made dehumidifying kiln for use in the U.S., make sure it's compatible with U.S. power supply voltages. June 16, 2014
Tweaking the Feed Rollers on a Moulder Woodworkers suggest reasons wood might get stuck going through the moulder, and suggest ways to fix the problem. December 6, 2006
Curved Raised Panels Woodworkers discuss ways to fabricate curved raised panels for the interior of an archway, with photo examples. December 2, 2006
Lindane Information on Lindane, a pesticide used to control powderpost beetles. June 21, 2000
Troubleshooting An Air-Bubble Problem Finishers suggest ways to prevent pinholes and air bubbles when spraying a clear conversion varnish on a porous wood such as red oak. February 19, 2006
Understanding Drying Stress in Wood A complaint about cupping in mahogany door stiles after machining leads to a discussion of what causes drying stress and related movement in kiln-dried wood. June 23, 2006
Refinishing Plantation Shutters Here's advice on how to handle the refinishing work on movable louvered shutters, and how to charge for the complicated labor that's involved. January 2, 2012
Fans Size and Drying Kiln Dimensions Considerations regarding fan capacity, kiln size, and lumber pile size in a dehumidfying kiln. January 25, 2010
Exterior MDF A closer look at exterior-grade MDF products. October 27, 2008
Router/Lathe Combinations Thoughts on coupling a router and a lathe for complex wood turning. October 3, 2009
Chain Mortiser Versus Hollow Chisel Woodworkers discuss the evolution of power mortising machinery: chain mortisers, slot mortisers, and oscillating chisel mortisers. September 17, 2014
American Chestnut Versus Chinese Chestnut A discussion of the American Chestnut and the Chinese Chestnut, with regard to wood appearance and blight resistance. May 16, 2008
Stretching the Pot Life of Conversion Varnish There are ways to prolong the pot life of conversion varnishes, but they are less than satisfactory and may not be worth the effort. September 16, 2008
Operating European-Made Motors on U.S. Current A discussion of the effect of United States alternating current voltage and cycle frequency on shop machinery wired for European electric power supplies. December 6, 2009
Splinters Under Laminate How to remove splinters that are telegraphing through freshly-applied laminate, and tips on avoiding the problem next time. November 12, 2006
1/8" Router Bit Feeds and Speeds The critical factor with a slender bit is depth of cut: too deep, and it will snap. January 2, 2012
Adjusting a Shaper Spindle A bent spindle, bad bushings, or worn spacers could cause a shaper to wobble and make sloppy cuts. Here's advice on making precise adjustments or repairs. January 2, 2012
Spray Tip Maintenance If spray patterns start to degrade when tips are about a year old, check your seals (and look to your air and fluid settings). January 27, 2007
Machining Jatoba Like other tropical hardwoods, jatoba is high in silicates and wears out knives quickly. Here is some advice on tooling and other aspects of working with jatoba. November 18, 2006
Choosing a White Lacquer Cabinet finishers talk about their preferences and experiences with opaque white spray finishes. January 18, 2011
Joinery for Mitered Corners Suggestions run the gamut: lock miters, splines, dowels, floating tenons, pocket screws, and butterfly splines. Take your choice. October 19, 2013
Return of the Pink Bumpers It's like red but not quite ... what's turning finish pink near cabinet door bumpers? An unsolved mystery. June 30, 2009
Quality Control for Five-Piece Doors Basic information on achieving acceptable dimensional tolerances and fit when making cope and stick raised-panel doors. January 2, 2014
Oiling Teak Grilles for a Shower Floor A woodworker seeks finish advice for an unusual architectural detail: Teak grilles in the floor of a shower. August 3, 2009
Cause of Loose Knots in Pine Looseness or tightness of a knot in Pine is a characteristic that is formed during tree growth, not a product of the kiln process. June 13, 2014
Small-Shop Sliding Saws A short-stroke sliding table saw or a panel saw might help solve this cabinetmaker's space problem. May 10, 2005
Identifying Black Locust A woodturner tries to figure out if the wood he's using is Black Locust. February 15, 2009
Countertop Materials: What Does the Market Want? Countertop and cabinet contractors discuss the current popularity of stone, solid surfacing, laminate, concrete, and green recycled composites as of mid-2009. February 14, 2010
Cell Phones in the Shop Business owners discuss what rules to establish about cell phones, Walkmen, and other distracting electronic gear. December 14, 2005
Fastening Newel Posts to Floors Without tearing things apart, how do you attach a newel post to a floor framed with floor trusses and subflooring, with laminate flooring installed over that? July 3, 2006
Shopping for a Straight-Line Rip Saw There are different flavors of straight-line ripsaw for different parts of the industry. Here's advice for a cabinetmaker with a budget, shopping for a smaller machine. January 2, 2012
Cleaning Sander Belts Shop owners share their methods for cleaning wide-belt sander belts. November 14, 2009
Unusual Bandmill Ideas Sawmillers consider custom adaptations such as hydraulic drive or double-bladed sawmills. January 12, 2015
Miterfold Tape Advice on choosing tape for miter-fold joints. March 26, 2010
Going Out of Business Advice on closing up shop, disposing of your business assets, and paying your taxes. September 16, 2013
Color-Coding Tools Thoughts on paint, tape, markers, and other ways to color-code tools for shop organization. December 24, 2012
Applying a Bead to an Arched Face Frame Several suggestions for machining a bead into an arched piece, plus the simple way: make it separately and then attach it. October 27, 2011
Stapling Cabinet Backs On Avoiding blow-outs when attaching cabinet backs using staples. October 25, 2007
Finishing Sapele Solid Lumber and Plywood Advice on getting a consistent finish appearance on a piece made with Sapele using both solid wood and plywood. April 15, 2012
Kiln Drying Color Change Experts and sawyers discuss the various reasons wood from the same batch might end up with slightly different colors. September 6, 2010
Motor Change-Out for a Shaper Does it make more sense to change from a 3-phase to a 1-phase motor, or to invest in a rotary phase converter? Alternatives are pondered in this thread from the Solid Wood Machining forum. November 13, 2005
Tack Rag Residue on Spar Varnish Cautionary tale: wetting a tack rag with mineral spirits before use may deposit "tack" onto your workpiece. April 19, 2011
Controlling Pine Wilt Nematode Advice on halting the spread of Pine wilt nematode (carried by long horn beetles). January 29, 2009
Drying Siberian Elm Slabs Prone to warpage and bug damage, Siberian Elm is tricky wood to dry. March 31, 2008
Epoxy Barrier Coating for Exterior Wood A woodworker reports success using clear penetrating epoxy sealer as a primer for exterior doors or boat brightwork. December 23, 2014
Fly Speck Finish with a Spray Gun Ways to tweak a spraygun to achieve the "fly speck" effect (small, dispersed droplets of stain).April 19, 2011
Correct Spelling of "Curtate Trochoids" Clearing up the confusion about these ubiquitous machining marks called curtate trochoids. That's why we call it the "Knowledge Base," folks. You can't learn this stuff at those other websites. August 15, 2007
Refinishing Oil-Painted Kitchen Doors Advice on compatible spackle and paint for re-coating over a five-year-old oil paint job on kitchen cabinets. June 17, 2009
Rotating Logs for Quarter-Sawing Thoughts on rigging a swing-blade mill to spin logs after every few cuts, in order to produce a high yield of quarter-sawn lumber. October 3, 2009
Sourcing Knotty Cherry Lumber A discussion of knots, character, grading standards, and how to find Cherry that looks interesting. August 31, 2010
Cost-Cutting Measures A short list of quick cost cuts that have helped a small woodworking company stay in business through tough times. June 7, 2011
The Purpose of Shop Drawings Builders often ask for shop drawings when offering a cabinet job in a custom home project. "Paper is still cheaper than wood," notes one pro: Here's an explanation of how the drawings serve the needs of everyone involved. November 11, 2005
Widebelt Sander Kickback Cabinetmakers discuss why a widebelt sander kicked some boards out against the feeder belt. October 11, 2012
Snipe with a Wide-Belt Sander Troubleshooting a wide-belt sander performance problem: it's making a "dip" in the piece. October 2, 2007
Setting Pitch in a Dehumidifier Kiln DH kilns may not reach the temperatures required to set pitch in wood. Be careful of CO poisoning when supplying supplemental heat. December 11, 2007
Splitting Moulding Profiles Technical advice on running two profiles on a single piece of stock, and splitting the pieces as they come off the machine. November 12, 2008
Table Border and Wood Movement Here's an idea (untested perhaps) for constructing a wood tabletop border that allows for movement of the various parts without self-destruction. November 16, 2011
Shelf Life of Widebelt Sanding Belts How long are widebelt sanding belts supposed to last? Here's a closer look at why a belt might fail early. June 16, 2014
"Moon Ring" Defect in Oak Very rarely, some sapwood in a tree will fail to convert to heartwood, leaving the appearance of a light, bleached streak in the wood. March 13, 2009
Charging for Trim Work Pricing advice for a cabinetmaker looking into residential trim installation work. August 31, 2009
Veneer Cracking on Curved Doors Advice on glue and substrate choices for preventing cracks in veneer applied to a curved flexible-plywood substrate. June 28, 2006
Mortising Large Timbers Ideas about tools and techniques to efficiently cut lots of big mortises in 5x5 posts. April 9, 2008
Touchup Pigment Tips and Tricks Color blending application and application advice for touching up finishes with powdered pigments. March 29, 2006
Wood Dust, Spray Finishes, and Lung Function. A cabinetmaker who finishes his own pieces asks whether anyone else feels shortness of breath. Fellow woodworkers chime in with advice on pulmonary health and the cabinetry trade. November 21, 2005
Dealing with Planer Tear-Out Craftsmen discuss tooling and operator techniques for minimizing tear-out from planing lumber. November 12, 2005
Deodar Cedar -- What's It Good For? A little information but few answers about an ornamental Cedar variety that sometimes finds its way to a sawmill. December 30, 2007
Choosing a Grinding Coolant A discussion of the pros and cons of various coolants (or lubricants) used in cutter grinding for woodworking equipment. July 23, 2014
Wooden Drawer Guides Thoughts on how to make wooden drawer guides slide smoothly. December 11, 2007
1/2-Inch Drawer Bottoms Cabinetmakers discuss construction details of wide drawers with half-inch bottoms, dovetail boxes and undermount slides. October 2, 2007
Cleaning Before Re-Coating Kitchen Cabinets On Site Removing dirt, grease, and contaminants without damaging the appearance of the existing finish is the problem. Here are tips and suggestions. August 15, 2011
Excessive Bit Wear when Cutting HPL A quarter-inch-diameter bit is too small for working with high-pressure laminate, CNC owners advise. January 4, 2014
Site Cutting and Mitering Postform Countertops Handling these tricky miter cuts on site when the fabricating shop went out of business in mid-job proved less than fully satisfactory. July 16, 2012
Advertising Success Stories Cabinetmakers describe advertising strategies that have worked for them. May 22, 2007
Waterborne Formulas and Spray Booth Fire Codes Whether or not you need fire-suppression gear, fire-safe lights, et cetera, in a spray booth when you only apply waterbornes is a fine point that should be discussed with your local authorities.May 26, 2011
Full Length Flush Drawer and Door Pulls Thoughts on hardware sources, and on the esthetics and practicality of a full-length flush drawer pull. February 14, 2010
William and Mary Highboy Designs A furniture maker gets leads for the information he needs to reproduce an antique highboy cabinet. August 21, 2006
Gluing End Grain to Side Grain Glued butt joints hold better if you pre-wet and pre-glue the end grain briefly before the final gluing and clamping. December 2, 2006
Evaluating a Shed Full of Boards Advice on a sensible cash offer for a load of Oak that has been in dry storage for 16 years. April 24, 2014
Faking mahogany What species are closest to mahogany in grain structure, so, when stained, will look like the real thing? March 20, 2000
Caulking Under Conversion Varnish Gaps in a piece may become noticeable after a first finish coat. Here's advice on caulking before applying the second coat. March 26, 2013
Inset Routing with a Shaper Advice on how to rout a cavity into the middle portion a long piece of solid wood. July 29, 2011
Stock Power-Feeder Horsepower Feeders come in 1/4-horsepower, 1/2-horsepower, and 1-horsepower versions. What you need depends on what you're doing, but more horsepower is usually better. June 12, 2006
Sizing Up Clamp Racks Clamp carrier systems are useful, but your mileage may vary. January 12, 2012
Custom Coloring Cabinet Installation Screws If the colored-head screws you need don't come in the right size, here are suggestions on how to color the heads of off-the-shelf screws in the right size.November 14, 2014
Treated Cypress Options A discussion of surface coatings, preservative treatments, and natural decay resistance of Cypress used for outdoor shutters. July 12, 2008
Termite-Resistant Cabinet Materials Advice on termite-resistant wood, composites, or synthetic materials for use in tropical locations. August 31, 2010
Sanding Door and Frame Stock Edges Thoughts on a practical way to sand MDF edges using a shaper, drum sander, or table saw with a sanding disk. June 18, 2009
Stacking and Drying Southern Yellow Pine A sawyer gets advice on stacking and stickering Southern Yellow Pine, and on protecting it against insects. January 25, 2010
Gluing Woven Veneer Layups Advice on gluing up panels made by weaving strips of veneer and gluing it to a solid substrate. April 10, 2009
Qualities of Different Cherry Species Here's a nice note comparing "Prunus serotina" (Black Cherry) and "Prunus avium" (Sweet Cherry), with regard to the quality of lumber they may yield. June 4, 2012
Cutting Stickers Basic info on making stickers for your drying pile. November 28, 2014
Long-Span Shelves Ideas and resources for dealing with long shelf spans. December 30, 2005
To glue or not to glue Is glue necessary in frame assembly for raised panel doors? January 31, 2001
Maintenance for a Martin T-71 Slider A longtime Martin owner advises a new buyer of a vintage 1985 slider how to care for the machine. January 14, 2013
Spraying Post-Catalyzed Primer Advice on equipment and application methods for a high-viscosity, high-solids post-cat primer. June 17, 2009
Five-Head Moulder Setup Detailed advice on calibrating and aligning the chipbreaker, pressure shoe, and other key components of a five-head moulder. April 21, 2011
Making a Standard Refrigerator Look Built In Wood-look panels applied to a standard refrigerator fall short of providing the appearance or useability of a true built-in model. January 1, 2012
Optimal Size to Rough Cut for Flooring Start with a uniform finish thickness, then add allowances for planing, drying shrinkage, and cupping. October 26, 2011
Copper Countertop Tips Copper is tricky to work with. Here are a few thoughts on using it for countertops. April 17, 2009
Spray Adhesives for Plastic Laminate Adhesives labeled for use with "plastic" may actually not perform will with plastic laminate counter materials, which have a paper backing. February 14, 2010
Tips for Paint Grade Doors Advice on door materials, spackle, and paint techniques for paint-grade work. February 27, 2013
Steam Bending Tips Expert info on grain, sawing, moisture content, and finishing concerns for steam bending wood. October 2, 2005
Wide Board Flooring Tips Advice on sawing, fastening and sanding wide board oak floors. September 15, 2006
Understanding Pump Ratings for Air-Assisted Airless Equipment Finishers explain how air pressure relates to fluid pressure in an air-assisted airless situation, and what it means when a AAA pump is rated "14:1," "10:1," et cetera. February 17, 2014
Spraygun Choice for Applying Primer Pros recommend a pressure-pot system over an air-assisted airless setup if all you're doing is applying primer. February 15, 2015
Vacuum Bag Versus Clamp Jig for Curved Moldings For a small molding laid up from laminated plies, keep it simple: a curved jig and clamps works as well as vacuum baggin, or better. June 23, 2006
Wipe-On Finish for Cabinet Interiors Here's a tip: try using a wipe-on water-based finish just for cabinet interiors, to avoid all the hassles that come with spraying inside a box. December 8, 2006
Temporary Door-Pull Expedients Before the customer chooses knobs, you've got to use your imagination. Blue tape is just the beginning. February 20, 2008
"Crosette Corner" Period Door Casing An example with some discussion of a wide-shoulder door casing from the Georgian period in American architecture. January 19, 2011
Correcting Finish Fading Caused by Light Advice on how to even up the finish tone in an area where a hanging mirror has left its shadow on a cabinet end. May 16, 2014
Troubleshooting a Vacuum Bag Leak Problems with vacuum pump operation in vacuum-bag veneering may be traceable to a leak in the bag. May 13, 2013
Fabricating Spiral Stair Handrails More good advice on one of the most challenging tasks in woodworking: making handrails for a spiral staircase. May 26, 2008
Using Ozone to Counteract Off-Gassing Odor An ozone generator with enough capacity to make a dent in finish off-gassing odor would create indoor pollution concerns, says the voice of experience. December 23, 2014
Darkening Open Grain Tips on achieving a finish with black lines running through the open grain portion of a light colored wood (sometimes considered a type of "ceruse"). March 13, 2009
Glue Type and Veneer Movement A complex veneer pattern may move noticeably in relation to its substrate — more noticeably, if the adhesive is flexible. January 28, 2014
Making a Fabric-Covered Tack Board Pros suggest backing materials, fabrics, and attachment methods for building a "tack-friendly" bulletin board. August 13, 2007
Ring Shake in Hemlock Hemlock makes good boards or framing lumber, but wood from trees exposed to grazing animals may be have structural flaws. July 12, 2005
Outsourcing Accounting How does it work to have an outside company manage your payroll? And is it worth the cost? April 13, 2010
Tag-Teaming Your Air Compressors Woodworkers discuss various ways to tie two air compressors together to operate in tandem. January 27, 2008
Repairing or Filling Tear-Out Tips for filling planer tear-out and blending the area with the surrounding wood. February 12, 2010
Adding Fans to a Dehumidifier Kiln Is it worth it to exceed the design air circulation in a dehumidifier kiln? By the numbers, probably not. May 15, 2012
Spiral Head Wobble Could be an adjustment problem, or maybe the heads are just too heavy for the machine to handle. January 27, 2008
Grinding Carbide 101 Knife grinding basics for carbide cutterheads. February 14, 2007
Foreign Material in Sheet Stock People have found nuts, bolts, wrenches, nail sets, and sheet rock knives embedded in sheets of MDF or plywood. September 3, 2011
Off-Brand Asian Planers Interesting info about those Chinese-made shop machines you sometimes see bearing unfamiliar name plates.November 14, 2014
Shop-Built Cam Clamps A cabinetmaker shows off his aluminum and maple cam clamps, and explains how they work. August 8, 2005
Mahogany Honeycombing Defect Honeycombing that appears after planing is typically a drying defect — similar to end checking, but different. April 17, 2009
Wide Belt Sander User Tips Use the wide-belt sander's drum for stock removal, and the platen for finer-grit finish sanding. July 21, 2006
Estimating Labor when Wages Vary Do you consider which workers will be doing what parts of the work when projecting the labor costs for a job? April 22, 2014
UV-Cured Adhesive A few specialty glues set up and harden quickly when exposed to ultraviolet light. They're good for attaching hinges to glass. December 2, 2006
Hollow Chisel and Bit Maintenance Careful setup and proper adjustment are the keys to long service life for your mortiser's hollow chisels and bits. February 14, 2007
Veneer-Cutting Machinery A thumbnail description of the various types of machinery for producing wood veneer. July 13, 2006
A Spalted Slab in a Wine Cellar Kiln-drying kills the fungus in spalted wood, and 60% RH in a wine cellar will not support fungal re-growth. December 6, 2011
Reversing a Router's Rotation Woodworkers discuss ways to make a hand-held router spin backwards for special situations. September 17, 2008
Repairing Wear on a Planer's Feed Belt Advise on re-dressing and tuning up the belt drive system on an Extrema or Cantek heavy-duty planer. October 19, 2014
Mill Marks Versus Chatter Any rotary cutter will leave mill marks, but chatter represents a maintenance issue. November 13, 2005
Drying to ISPM 15 Specs Wood for foreign-bound pallets and crating needs to be heat-treated according to International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) criteria. There's a strict standard and a verification requirement, so it's not a casual undertaking. August 29, 2006
Microwave "Trim Kits" and Accurate Specs Cabinetmakers discuss the problem of making a built-in microwave fit seamlessly into the cabinet you build for it. February 26, 2007
Complex Shapes on a Flat-Table CNC Router A discussion, with examples, about cutting complex art shapes, bas-relief, curved mouldings, et cetera, on a flat-table CNC. December 11, 2012
Grit Choice for Sanding Grit selection may vary depending on wood type and finish formula class. April 19, 2006
Waste Factor in Doormaking You gotta make sawdust to make cabinets. But how much sawdust? Here are some views on the ballpark numbers. February 12, 2009
Mounting Cork to Drywall Incorporating a large cork bulletin board into a custom kitchen. May 4, 2005
Strong Joints for Mitered Doors Cabinetmakers discuss corrugated miter fasteners, through splines, pocket screws, dovetail bowties, and other ways to strengthen miter joints. November 20, 2005
Staining Oak Black with a White Grain Called a "ceruse" or "pickled" finish, this look uses a black stain base, sealer, and a white glaze. March 1, 2006
Wood Worms White worms in reclaimed lumber intended for furniture. What to do? April 20, 2011
Veneering Scalloped Doors Veneer will conform to a gentle curve across the grain. Here's more information and advice. June 18, 2013
Reducing Shaper RPMs Advice on stepping down a shaper's drive motor to accommodate a sanding wheel. March 27, 2012
Are water-based finishes worth it? An industry expert recounts users' experiences with, and motivations for, converting to water-based finishing products. 1998.
Sanding Epoxy Inlay to a Gloss When sanding an epoxy inlay fill with a fine grit, a woodworker worries about finish adhering to the adjacent wood. December 31, 2013
Finishing MDF Doors Urethane-based paint versus pigmented lacquer for paint-grade doors. August 9, 2004
Keeping the Tip Clean Pre-screening, good filtering, and periodic quick cleaning should keep that air-assisted airless spray tip shooting straight. July 24, 2006
Leg Leveler Hole Size Smaller-diameter leg leveler pins are convenient, but may not be as strong. August 29, 2006
Sealcoat Before Stain? A discussion of whether dye stain should be the first or the second step in a finishing schedule. June 4, 2012
Gluing Aluminum Strips to MDF Craftsmen who have tried various adhesives to attach metal to panel goods report their experiences. August 12, 2007
Adhesives for Laminating PVC Recommendations for adhesive to apply PVC sheets as a surface lamination. April 29, 2010
Aspen for Drawers Would Aspen be good wood to use for drawer boxes? Here's the thinking. October 1, 2005
Cypress board and batten siding It's better to kiln dry that cypress before siding your house with it than to let air-drying suffice. 1998.
A Glossy Coating Over Milk Paint A finisher has been asked to color-match some milk-painted pieces, but with a glossy finish. Pros consider the feasibility of using conversion varnish or clear acrylic over milk paint. December 15, 2005
Machining Alder Tips on hook angle, feed speed, and more. February 19, 2006
Detailing Pre-Hung Entry Doors on CNC A description of what's involved in equipping a CNC router to prep doors for hanging, including cutting to size and mortising for hardware. November 8, 2007
Matching Maple Veneer to Sawn Maple A furnituremaker's problem: dealing with a color difference between solid sawn Maple table legs and the birdseye Maple veneer top. January 19, 2012
Is This Stack of Cherry Ruined? A newbie mistake left this stack of Cherry wood soaked after a year in the stack. But there's a chance it could still be saved. October 26, 2007
Cooling Fans for Computer Cabinets Computers generate a lot of heat and need cooling. Here are some basic ideas for cooling computer cabinet built-ins. May 22, 2006
Unusual Bar Shape on an Old Chain Saw Back in the day, some chain saws came with a bar that was interrupted in the middle, advantageous for limbing and for cutting stumps. June 15, 2014
Showcasing Furniture Furniture shows are a mixed bag — and the Internet offers other venues for showing off your work. March 16, 2015
Miter-Fold Methods for P-lam on MDF CNC pros discuss tool choices and cutting and assembly techniques for miter-fold cabinet box construction. May 15, 2008
Shelf Supports and Uplift An unusual shelf setup needs restraint against tipping. What's the solution? Some shelf support pins provide a way for holding the shelf down. July 29, 2007
Dark Core in Soft Maple A kiln operator finds that his maple boards develop a light surface and dark core. Others weigh in with thoughts and advice. August 31, 2005
Splitting Large Logs with Black Powder Thoughts on using black powder or chain-saw jigs for splitting fat logs down to manageable saw-milling size. August 26, 2008
Gluing Up MDF Laminations Tips on glue choice and clamping technique for laminating a 2-inch-thick MDF piece. November 24, 2007
Wormhole Distressing Finishers wander through a wormhole and end up in a distressing discussion in a parallel Norwegian universe. April 16, 2010
AWI: A boon to sales? The effects of AWI membership on sales are discussed. June 7, 2000
Ebony Substitutes for Inlay Suggestions for softer woods to substitute for Ebony as an inlay in a table top, along with a tip on bringing Ebony flush to softer woods during sanding and finishing operations. November 15, 2011
Rattan Door Panels Advice on fastening rattan into cabinet doors. December 11, 2012
Working with Water-Based Laminate Adhesive Roll out with a low-nap roller, and don't let the glue or a new countertop freeze. The good news: no odor or headaches. October 28, 2005
Cleaning Stain off an Oak Door A customer changed her mind about the stain before the topcoat was applied. What to do? July 11, 2009
Clamp Wear and Tear A discussion of how and why bar clamps wear out, and what to do about it. February 17, 2006
Understanding AWI's "Premium Grade" Watch out — if you really have to build to an Architectural Woodwork Institute specification, you really have to know your stuff. January 10, 2008
Dedicated Slabber Performance A dedicated chain-saw slabber is slow and requires frequent sharpening, but produces nice slabs. October 15, 2010
Sharpening Equipment A basic description of tool sharpening equipment and its use. November 13, 2008
Contour Edgebanders — Enough for a Small Shop? A contour edgebander is okay for occasional work, but too slow for full production banding lots of straight edges in a busy shop. October 3, 2011
Making Base Moulding from Engineered Flooring Suggestions for fabricating baseboard moulding out of engineered flooring, even though the face and core are different materials. October 3, 2011
Stable Construction for a Slat Door For an unusual door design, woodworkers suggest methods that won't risk excessive movement of the pieces. August 5, 2006
Dealing with Pitch Pockets Here's a nice handful of workable methods for preventing bleed-through of pitch from pitch pockets in softwood lumber. January 8, 2010
Filling Oak Pores Tips on prepping Oak to achieve a finish that is smooth to the touch. October 13, 2008
Chipload Charts and Cutting Data Here's some useful data on machine settings to achieve the desired chipload for good performance of moulders and jointers with various types of wood and sheet goods. September 26, 2010
Fastening Bamboo Plywood Panels When attaching architectural bamboo panels, splitting is a concern. Drilling, screwing and plugging is a practical solution. December 20, 2005
Conference Table Leveling How do you incorporate practical, accessible leg levelers into the pedestal bases for a big, heavy conference table? August 31, 2010
Strong Face Gluing Without Clamps Suggestions for quickly and securely attaching small pieces to the face of a wood trim element without fasteners. March 4, 2008
Estimating Long-Schedule Jobs Tips on projecting costs and covering yourself for changing conditions when getting involved in multi-year projects. November 4, 2007
Checking of Dry Lumber Checking occurs when the wood is very wet. Checking that appears in lumber purchased as kiln-dried is a defect. December 8, 2012
Warming Drawer Basics Kitchen pros discuss the details of installing a warming drawer. November 20, 2005
Glue Lines in Veneer The veneer manufacturer should detect and eliminate glue lines; at the finishing stage, they are hard to deal with. March 26, 2010
MDF vs. veneer-core plywood Comparing MDF and particleboard to veneer-core plywood for cabinet manufacturing. 1998.
Seam Detailing for a Deep Solid-Surface Countertop An 80-inch by 38-inch countertop made with 30-inch maximum width solid surface panels creates some head-scratching about where and how to make the seam. May 23, 2007
Sawing Hard Maple Advice on bandsaw blade characteristics for good performance in hard Maple. October 29, 2008
Success with Black Stain Pros provide tips for staining wood a deep, dark black without purple overtones. July 12, 2005
Troubleshooting an Edgebanding Gap What could account for edgebanding joints that aren't tight? Pros suggest problems to check for. January 24, 2006
Quick-drying wood stains Wood stains which dry fast and foster good grain definition. February 12, 2001
What is "fuming"? Explanations of the process of fuming wood for color. April 11, 2001
Ostrich Skin Technique Whack wood with a ball peen hammer, then wet it, and the dimples turn into pimples. Who knew? Only the ancient Chinese — until now. December 31, 2012
Solid Surface for Cabinet Doors Combining wood with solid-surface material raises risk related to movement caused by moisture or temperature changes. June 30, 2009
Ergonomics and Wrist Discomfort An advanced, ergonomic mouse and trackball might help relieve wrist pain, but other workspace tweaks may also be priorities. September 24, 2006
Wood Storage: Vertical or horizontal? Truly dry wood stored under the proper conditions will not warp, no matter how you position it. September 26, 2000
Filler for Countertop Knotholes Advice on a filler material for knotholes that's compatible with a Tung oil finish. May 12, 2013
Router Table Dust Collection Collect dust from the fence, or from the box below the table? Or why not both? November 26, 2006
Grain Filler for Oak Drywall compound is good for filling Oak grain before painting, but the results may not be perfect. October 18, 2012
Table Top and Base Proportions Because table height is generally a constant, the ratio between table top and base needed to provide stability varies with table diameter. October 28, 2005
Coloring Cane Work A furniture restorer gets advice on toning new cane-work to match the existing piece. October 2, 2005
Controlling Bugs in Finished Furniture Fumigation or spraying are ineffective and have drawbacks. Instead, here's a tip for heat-treating furniture. April 24, 2013
Flattening a Bowed Panel Attempts to flatten a laminated or veneered panel that has bowed are rarely if ever successful. March 28, 2010
Door Rail Attachments and Wood Movement Advice on gluing large-dimension door rails so as to allow for expansion and contraction of the lumber. October 27, 2009
Running Resawn Moulding Tips on resawing wood and running it through the moulder. April 27, 2007
Saw Blades for Hardwood Tips on choosing a saw blade that's appropriate for the machine and purpose. January 3, 2014
A High-Gloss Finish for Solid Surface Here's a polishing schedule for buffing solid surfacing to a high gloss, along with a warning (it scratches easily). November 13, 2005
Refinishing Lacquered Maple The basics of stripping and refinishing a lacquered maple cabinet. December 31, 2005
Sealing Pine Resin and Sap Here's a tip for chemical surface treatment to harden sap and resin, preventing or reducing bleed-through. May 18, 2010
Installing Frameless Cabinets Square If plumb and level are right, cabinets faces should be square within an easy hinge adjustment. February 26, 2007
Rubbing Out Overspray Abrasive material choices for polishing a rough finish. April 30, 2006
"Depression" explained How to determine relative humidity with two types of temperature readings. June 20, 2000
NGR Color Shift Caused by Stain Coats A sealer between the dye coat and the stain coat will help keep NGR dyes from changing color on you. April 10, 2008
Moisture Movement of Mixed Wood Species Mixing species in a single furniture piece is no problem in most situations, but could create an issue if there are drastic changes in ambient humidity. March 30, 2008
Glass Doors and Remote Controls Will a glass door on an entertainment center block the TV remote? Apparently not. December 14, 2005
All about glue size A basic explanation of this product and how to use it. February 13, 2001
Tulip (Yellow Poplar) Color Fade A large slab of Tulip, freshly sawn, shows some striking and dramatic coloration. But what will happen over time? October 26, 2011
Interesting Joist-End Joinery A woodworker shows a historic artifact: a through mortise and tenon with a shoulder on reclaimed lumber from the pre-Civil War era. September 7, 2013
Artistic Effects in Finishing Striated finishes, ceruse, and five kinds of frottage: here's an illustrated tour of some advanced artistic wood finishing effects from top expert Ron Bryze. December 28, 2007
Damping a Noisy Saw Blade Explanations of why a saw blade might emit a high-pitched, screechy whine in service, and suggestions on damping or stopping the noise. May 23, 2007
Mixing Cups for Colorants Tips on buying economical (but safe) disposable color-mixing cups. September 11, 2006
Best Joinery for Passageway Door Construction Cope-and-stick joinery is the classic "man door" method. But what's the strongest joint — dowel, mortise and tenon, or what? December 2, 2006
Problems with Bio-Diesel Switching to bio-diesel fuel for log-handling equipment is not always trouble-free, according to some. December 28, 2006
Baseboard-to-Stairs Trim Transition Here's a nice way to handle those trim transitions where baseboard moulding runs into the bottom of a staircase. October 25, 2006
Protection for On-Site Spraying Advice for avoiding overspray damage when refinishing cabinetry in a furnished house. April 18, 2015
Big Bulk-Loaded Glue Applicator Ideas Sources for commercial high-volume glue applicators, and suggestions for shop-rigging your own setup. May 26, 2008
How did our forebears dry lumber? How lumber was dried for furniture construction prior to the introduction of kiln drying. November 21, 2000
Black Walnut for Windows A discussion considering whether Black Walnut is an appropriate wood for constructing custom reproduction window sash. April 4, 2011
Bit Selection for a CNC Router A shop owner gets advice on what bits he'll need for his new CNC router, along with tips on bit care and re-sharpening. August 30, 2005
Hand Clamping for Mitered Doors What's a simple shop setup for assembling mitered cabinet doors? Pros supply a beginner with tips and suggestions. July 25, 2005
Profitability analysis Forum participants provide their ideas on the reasons for low profits earned by a particular shop. November 13, 2000
Bit Slippage in Tough Material A CNC owner who's making stair stringers from laminated veneer lumber (LVL) gets advice on good practice for inserting and tightening the bits. September 8, 2007
Patching damaged veneer Repairing damaged veneer on the top of a chest of drawers. June 14, 2000
Pre-Finished Plywood and Wood Edgebanding Advice on assembly and finishing of a cabinet made with prefinished plywood interiors and solid wood edgebanding. October 13, 2012
Heated Press Clamping Time Pros and experts puzzle over a delamination problem with panels veneered on a heated press. October 4, 2005
Peel-and-Stick Veneer Problems Tips on how to prevent or fix adhesion problems with adhesive-backed peel-and-stick veneer applied to existing cabinets. September 23, 2006
Baseboard Transition at the Top of a Stair Wise advice from a pro helps a trim carpenter detail the juncture where hallway baseboard moulding turns and goes down a staircase. November 14, 2014
Blowing Sawdust into a Big Trailer Woodworkers discuss pipe and damper setups to evenly distribute dust into a 40-yard trailer or container. September 27, 2008
Beadboard on Back Wall Between Cabinets Here are some tips on installing a wood beadboard backsplash when there's a scarcity of framing to nail to. December 27, 2007
Bending and Laminating Cherry Quartersawn wood will behave a little better than flatsawn for making a laminated bent piece, but it's not a critical issue. April 21, 2008
Planer Wear and Tear-Out Problems Wear on the knives and the chip breaker could lead to tear-out problems when the knives are replaced. July 15, 2012
Bit Size for CNC Cut-Out Operations Are there reasons for preferring a 1/2-inch, 3/8-inch, or even 1/4-inch bit for cutting out parts on a CNC router? June 26, 2006
Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer Odors Pre-cat lacquers do create an odor that fades over time, so some finishers prefer to use waterborne finishes for drawer and cabinet interiors. September 11, 2006
Bits for Machining Solid Wood CNC pros discuss bits for solid wood machining that will get the job done and last a long time in service. August 14, 2009
How Much Sawdust Will I Make? Formulas and rules of thumb for estimating volume of sawdust generated in bandmill operations. September 5, 2011
Prototypes for Custom Furniture Jobs Custom furniture makers discuss whether, when, and how to make a prototype mock-up before beginning a furniture project for real. May 23, 2007
Breaking Down Big Logs An interesting discussion with informative videos about cutting down enormous logs to a manageable size for sawing on a bandsaw mill. April 18, 2015
Pricing a Stump Woodworkers get a good laugh out of chunks of hardwood log, sold in catalogs as two-hundred-dollar furniture. February 11, 2009
Pre-Primed MDO Finishing Issues Finishers report mixed results finishing cabinets built using medium-density overlay (MDO) panels. July 3, 2008
Pumice Furniture Antiquing Tips on different ways to apply pumice or rottenstone to furniture, so that some dust remains on the piece for an antique look. April 17, 2009
Pecan Wood for Use as Ties A little info (and some unanswered questions) about the usefulness of Pecan wood for railroad ties.June 14, 2014
Preventing Pine-Sap Buildup Pine sap is building up on the bed and rollers of his moulder, reports a shop owner who's milling up large batches of flooring from reclaimed pine. Others supply advice for cleanup and prevention. October 20, 2005
Priming MDF Mouldings A solvent-borne primer may reduce MDF's surface fuzz after machining, but some sanding is almost always unavoidable. January 22, 2006
Power Feeder Wheels for Slippery Material Stock feeder wheels may not be grippy enough to grab onto prefinished plywood or other low-friction material. January 25, 2013
Heavy Backs for Upper Cabinets Cabinetmakers briefly describe construction and wall attachment methods for cabinets using 1/2-inch. 5/8-inch, or even 3/4-inch prefinished plywood backs. November 12, 2005
Buffing to a High Gloss Advice on a progression of fine grits and buffing compounds to achieve a glasslike glossy finish. November 15, 2011
Butt Seaming Veneer Panels Advice on joining three 4x10 veneered wall panels together with a seamless and stable joint. January 12, 2012
Boosting Your Cabinet Lift Site-rigged makeshift adjustments to gain extra height when setting a high upper cabinet. August 31, 2009
Poplar Is a Hardwood, but Is It Hard? As a deciduous tree, Poplar is classified as a hardwood. Here's some hard info about just how hard it is (or isn't).November 15, 2011
"Pickwick" Beadboard Cutterhead Info How to find router or shaper knives to make the decorative "Pickwick" pattern on the tongue side of wood paneling. June 23, 2006
Hard or Soft Maple Telling the two species apart before the leaves show. May 10, 2005
Panel Spacers for Passage Door Small spaceballs work for letting cabinet door panels move. But what do you use for thick raised panels in a 1-3/4" full size passage door? August 19, 2008
Homing a CNC Tool Changer A brief description of the procedure for homing the tool changer in a CNC that has been shut down for too long and forgotten its settings. June 30, 2014
Pine Borers Mug shot and description of the so-called "Blackhorned Pine Borer." April 20, 2011
Re: Unknown Masterwood Error Code A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/28) -- Do not know if you have your answer but the 2.1.1510 is an input error and the term aggregati su is ...
Flax rope frey A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/28) -- Attached is a picture of rope dividers we installed. The owner is asking us i ...
Re: Entry doors glass A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/28) -- I would like to suggest you about use of good quality door panel. Also you ca ...
Re: Backer Board for Church Parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/28) -- I assume the octagons are assembled with reinforced joints - splines, fingerj ...
Re: 230v motors on 208v 3phase A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/28) -- Thanks Guys, The planer started right up,, controls work great. It had a 208tap on ...
Re: Burning sawdust in a pellet stove A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (4/28) -- Fluidization is when the sawdust particle is lifted by the upward flow of t ...
Re: Hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/28/25) -- Any of the big manufacturers making overlay hinges make inset ones ...
Re: Alphacam Key A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/28/25) -- You can also try Anydesk, I believe it should be free to use in the manner you intend. It's pret ...
Gluing teak together for outdoor table A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/28/24) -- I have a customer who asked me for a price for an 1-3/4” top x 40” wide x ...
Re: Gluing teak together for outdoor table A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/28/24) -- You most certainly can use metal to hold a top flat. I recommend “C” chann ...
Re: General Table Saw 550 parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28/24) -- I'm a little late but I can give you my experiences. We had a General planer and ended ...
Staying on top harder than to get there. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28/23) -- We had so many Edgebanders brands to choose from, Aletndorf, Stiles, Felder, ETC Unfor ...
Re: Cabinet door press A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28/23) -- We use a JLT panel clamp. It has 18 clamps, so we can clamp up to 9 doors at a time. B ...
Re: Omal 1300 dowel problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28/22) -- Yes, we have made a cover for ours as well to keep the dust out. This seems to be an a ...
Re: Long Term Durability of Epoxy/Wood Bonds? A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/28/22) -- I am reminded of the saying "Paralysis by analysis." and dealt with it myself ma ...
Finger (box) joint hardwood drawer boxes A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28/22) -- Hi, Does anyone know of a company who is producing this style of drawer commercially? ...
Re: Buffalo No. 18 drill press A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (3/28) -- Looks a lot like a 1940's Walker Turner that I have. It could be the same thing with a diff ...
Re: Uses for Grade 3 & 4 Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (3/28) -- Sub lumber for furniture. The stuff that gets hidden like in an upholstered ...
Re: Beech Finishing challenge A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- Rich C is probably right, that looks more like a stain problem. Beech can be tricky to get st ...
Re: ML Campbell Pigmented Post-Cats? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- Did a quick look at Turino's spec list. Looks like instead of an 8 hour pot life it has a 24 ...
Re: Wide Belt Sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- We have a 43" double head wide belt scmi sanya. It has been a very good sander. We d ...
Re: Spraying heavy table top at residence A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- I do this type of site work and have special fans and flex hose to to it. I use plastic sheet ...
Re: Beech Finishing challenge A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- Hi Matt, Is green a pigment you can add to the neutral stain base for a water base spray stai ...
Re: Door & Window Cladding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/28) -- Gary, Go to the Uniform link and click on technical sheets. This will give so ...
Re: Drawer Box Laser Logo Rejection? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/28) -- No one rejects having SubZero on their fridge, or Fisher & Paykel on their ...
Re: Drawer Box Laser Logo Rejection? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/28) -- I agree that virtually everything in a kitchen or home for that matter is brand ...
Re: deep mortise bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/28) -- That is correct. It is a way to create the mortise with a stock bit that has a limited cutting leng ...
Re: Using air dried wood and warping A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/28) -- I can tell you this about air dried vs kiln I have used both over the past 35 yrs and ...
Re: tambour doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- Usually I make a lead strip or handle with a C cut or finger well at the bottom and it ge ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- I was suggesting that you would be able to get the color 90% there just by spraying a diluted ...
Getting a Bonus A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/28) -- We are a small cabinetry company that had our best year to date last year. We a ...
Re: Metal Detector For Staples! A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/28) -- I'm not sure where it's made, but we use a Garrett metal detector purchased from A ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- First off, thank you both so much for taking the time to explain all this. It will be put to ...
Re: Painted Open Cabinet Interiors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- I use caulk between two coats of primer. Then CV over the primer. I use a squeeze tube th ...
Re: Priming Poplar Wood Trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- We two have two Makor lines for spraying linear with the Makor brush head sanding machine in ...
Re: CNC Reviews and Support A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/28) -- "you have to keep in mind where these comments are coming from on a Forum" Yes you do.... ...
Re: Paint or Stain on Wood Products A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- How do you make paint for wood based products? Also, are there any natural food coloring or o ...
Material hose for pressure pot A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- Just wondering if you can use 1/4" id material hose for pressure pot set up instead of 3 ...
Re: Alphacam training resources A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/28) -- Hello, i can help you with all what you will want. Postprocessor, training, manuals etc. .. Let me ...
Re: water based stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/28) -- I was remiss in not adding that besides the Target stain I also use another WB stain...that m ...
Re: planer sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- i've since rethought my plan (after checking prices on 43" planer/sanders) and am co ...
Re: Old tablesaw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- If you do make an enclosure for the motor, leave some extra room for ventilation and make ...
Re: planer sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/28) -- A quality planer sander can take off 1/16 per pass easily and leave a very clean surface. ...
Re: Aromatic cedar for decking A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/28) -- We're covered up in wood bees but they can only eat so much. ...
Re: Oriental cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/28) -- We did that style in January. frame and 1/4" ply panel door ran mahogany strips t ...
Re: epoxy glue and spalded Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/28) -- Spalting is the work of the white rot fungus. As a result, the strength of the wood, especial ...
Re: EDGE BANDING A PAINTED EDGE A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/28) -- You can leave the paint on, but when you glue, you will be gluing the paint to the other surf ...
Re: Why my tooling is so close to my Clamp A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28/24) -- Inside WoodWOP under NC Generation options check your AVOID CLEARANCE value. It's probably defau ...
Re: Matching panels with hardwood A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28/24) -- I feel your pain with the mismatched samples. If you're up for it, trying your hand at ...
Re: humidity control A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28/23) -- As soon as he turns the fan on it's gone if you use a free standing. The inline units are ...
Re: humidity control A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28/23) -- you could also use a free standing humidifier that way you can just use it when you want a ...
Re: Hemisphere shelf A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28/23) -- You are asking for us to help you find files so you can copy someone else's design? ...
5 piece doors minus a stile. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28/22) -- Hi I have seen on the interwebs and am now being asked to build some 5 piece cabinet d ...
Value of Pecan wood logs A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/28/22) -- I recently cut back a Pecan tree that I planted in 1978 and have a number of sizea ...
Slatted wood wall A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/28/22) -- Hello all Hope i can pick your brain for a way to make slatted wood wall c ...
Re: Machinery values A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/28) -- Of course all used machinery is only worth what someone is willing to pay for i ...
Re: MDF Doors on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28) -- white side carbide bits are a good starting point, they can be sharpened as well. Insert is the way ...
Re: antique bar hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- Selby hardware may know,, or this can be doen in two actions ...
Re: Stile/Rail door machine - opinions? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- John B, Quicktrim >> Not sure why you wouldn't just invest in a couple basic shaper ...
Re: Loading and Unloading CNC Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28) -- Cabinetmaker I agree that training and fixing broken processes are part of my issue. Those are curr ...
Re: Kremlin Cleaning A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- We change back n forth between solvent and water... clear & pigmented all the time throug ...
Re: Melamine question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- My recommendation would be to get a used motor or the one you have rebuilt and use your s ...
Re: Removing sharpie from raw veneer panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/28) -- The solvent in permanent markers is alcohol not acetone. Acetone will work as ...
Where Can I Place An Industrial Dust Collector A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (2/28) -- Can an industrial dust collection unit be placed in a parking lot ...
Re: Exotic wood machineability A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/28) -- “Lacewood” is more a description than a species. “Lacewood can come from 3 differe ...
Re: Value of Komo routers at auction A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28) -- there is a very nice one coming up for in 19 days in Ashland TX , I am bidding on the vac pumps fro ...
Re: Pre Primed Crown Molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- ...and I'll add to that the biggest problem, usually, in those situation is the quality of th ...
Re: POLYLINE DIRECTION A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28) -- Yes, for sure it works although it may be better practice to pick your start point and draw in the ...
Re: Veneer on softwood A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (2/28) -- It'll be fine with poplar. I would actually use basswood as the core. edge the basswood with mat ...
Re: latex paint drips on my vanity cabinet door A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- If the finish is conversion varnish, or 2k urethane, or fully cured precat (min 3 weeks) then ...
Re: fillers on frameless cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- The glue needs to dry for a few days before you can spray it. The MDF is absorbing water ...
Re: Dust Collector Upgrade vs. Add On A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (2/28) -- I'll start this by saying I am no expert. I am not sure what you ...
Re: Scaling High-end Residential Custom Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/28) -- In the same boat only we have done it for the last 36 years. We build chairs, t ...
Re: Rail & stile size for large exterior doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/28) -- I am not much help either. The sliding door has support along its width, so i ...
Re: Restaurant Table Top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/28) -- There are reasons to make these from solid wood, 1-1/2" thick minimum. The chief ...
Re: How do I achieve this look A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- Looks like they used some kind of additive, like sand texture, to the paint. You can see air ...
Re: How do I achieve this look A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- I don't think you can get this look without charging a whole lot of money. You need to tell t ...
Re: Should cabinet backs be recessed? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- Most of the builders I work for like flush backs. That way when the wall is irregular, yo ...
scm cnc remote control A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/28) -- hello, can anyone help me to get a new screen for my scm remote control. please guys need your help ...
Toola Line Borer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- We have a 23 head line bore manufactured by Toola. It's a SL 23. I'm in need of replacing ...
Sourcing Product A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- Greetings, I'm looking for a source for a textured laminate product I want to build a fra ...
Concerning wormy chestnut... A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- Here's one you haven't heard before! I'm making a truck bed for a 59 GMC out of unfinished wo ...
Re: MLC's Agualente vs. Agualente Plus A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- Just finished spraying 24' of base cabinets with the Plus product in an off-white tint. I've ...
Edge tape on mdf A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/28) -- Hi lads I have some walnut flat mdf doors to make for a kitchen, I only have a hot air ed ...
Re: sprayers/what to buy A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- Like the other posts said...it really depends on what and how much your spraying. I spray eve ...
Re: Corner oak tambour appliance garage A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (2/28) -- I normally make my own cabinets, but I am just too busy right now, an ...
removing air from opened 5 gallons of finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/28) -- Looking to preserve the best quality of finish when your 5 gal sits around and no one is aski ...
best wood for a slab cut on an old maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/28) -- I can get my hands on a 40"x17' Big Leaf Maple log w/ many burls on it. It is ac ...
Re: Eastern Red Cedar Span A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/28) -- A good architect can do the calculations for you. Or try engineering extension at your stat ...
Re: Dark Burl Banquette and Table A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28/25) -- Veneer over MDF is a great option for achieving a smooth, consistent finish, especi ...
Coped crown on all 4 corners in a closed room A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/28/24) -- I don't know why this is racking my brain, but I have a room to in ...
Re: Rikon Bandsaw Drive Belt Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/28/23) -- It seems the belt is unusually sensitive and prone to coming loose regardl ...
Re: Metal drawer side A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28/23) -- You are correct, Snairdo is an Italian cabinet manufacturer. All of their cabinets are ...
Re: Cabinet doors without rails A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28/22) -- We have done this design a few times with mixed results. The simplest method is to bui ...
Re: Insert Planer Knives to Solve Tearout Woes A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/28/22) -- I second the suggestions for a face bevel on straight knives and wetting diffic ...
Re: Table base design A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28/22) -- I think your original idea of staved construction is the right way to go. Glue in a ...
Re: Material price increases A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28/22) -- I find it's best to let a customer know verbally and in writing that their q ...
Re: Table base design A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28/22) -- I think Rich and I are saying the same thing. I think that can be made with no base ...
Re: Challenging finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/28/22) -- Most often a wash coat is thinned shellac. But, an alcohol based dye can melt the shellac. ...
SCM record 120 software needed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/28) -- I have an older scm record 120 with 8 position tool changer and I don't have any of the original po ...
Re: MDF face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- An old voice in the wilderness, here. MDF is not a lumber replacement. It is a sheet good ...
Re: MDF face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- We use Medex which machines and finishes nice. We use both Cabinet Vision and V-Carve pro ...
Re: MDF face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- The two main challenges in doing this that I can see are going to be 1) Getting an accept ...
Re: home made glue lam A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (1/28) -- Glulams are much cheaper to purchase than the labor it will take for you to make your own. No ...
Re: MDF face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- We actually use Tenso and Clamex fasteners using the Lamello Zeta I can do it on the cnc ...
Re: Greasing aggregate A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/28) -- Not sure, but looks like a Benz product. Kluber make good grease for your application. Try to find ...
Re: App measure tools A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- I have been on You tube watching Leica vids,, I can see why I need that next ! ...
Re: Shop Pricing Strategies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- Your labor cost are way too low. At $22.50 your guys are costing you more than ...
Re: Upper cabinets in a niche space A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- My experience is mainly in building tables and desks. I don’t have a lot of experience bu ...
Re: MasterCraft maple doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/28) -- Another way to keep maple door from being so blotchy is turn your wiping stain into a spray n ...
Re: Unique 250 door template A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/28) -- we made ours our cnc. it is really pretty simple any shop with a cnc can make ...
Re: 6.6 kw electrospindle A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/28) -- thank you for your response i want to nest laminated board ,mdf,plywood... and i want to use aggreg ...
Re: Primer colour. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/28) -- We use clawlock , and we have it tinted to the color of topcoat or close to it . We learned t ...
Re: Edgeing doors and fronts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- Door shop guy So Do you have continuous fence for all the profiles? Do you swap fences fo ...
Re: Attaching Rail/Apron to Table Top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28) -- Whatever method you use to attach the apron you still need to allow for movement if it ...
Re: Price matching competetor quotes A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- Go to Home Depo, look at the pricing, deduct your 10%.......you think you can s ...
Trying to find this knob A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- Woodweb community, Does anyone know where I can find this (exact) knob It's about 7/8&quo ...
Re: White oak crossgrain and better cutting. A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- Slope of grain was precisely what I was wondering about; didn't know the reference. T ...
Re: one dust collector or two A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- I have set up seven systems from 1200 s/f shop to 16,000 s/f. I used Oneida for the small ...
Re: Business Mentor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- Gary, I'm in the Philly area and there are a few groups. We meet monthly (about ...
Re: Business Mentor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- No limit on word count per post, no limit on the number of replies. Sometimes i ...
Re: Business Mentor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- A mentor would be great but consider the fact that you have 4000 years of writt ...
Re: New CNC versus lightly used A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/28) -- Make sure when figuring your equations you take into consideration all of the costs. You need to co ...
Re: How to a 25 x 156 edge grain counter top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28) -- Just to try to understand your question, lets see if your edge grain is what you mean. ...
Re: Strategy for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/28) -- "...should I hire a finisher, a salesman or a cabinet maker..." ...we ...
inset hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- What are you guys using for a standard inset hinge on face frame? Not the European hidden ...
Re: How to a 25 x 156 edge grain counter top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28) -- I would caution against using a soft glue line like any of the TB products - especiall ...
Re: inset hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/28) -- Horton Brasses makes very good hinges. There is also Classic Brass, which can be found on ...
Re: Spray Booth Decisions - New Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/28) -- what state are you in? i can give you a name of someone to call if you are in NY NJ area. ...
Re: d-dur A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/28) -- Well, always ask the rep first is what I say, in this case CCI. And I have used D-Dur more th ...
Re: best splitter etc for powermatic 66 saw, A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/28) -- Of course a splitter is better than nothing. I just really don't like ...
Re: Adding an electronic brake to a shaper... A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/28) -- Many off the shelf motor drives can do this plus more. Ramp speed up, down, variab ...
Re: Rope Lighting A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/28) -- Hi Tony, My Hafele salesman has a new rope light product just out las ...
Re: Cedar Chips for sale? A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (1/28) -- Hello cedarman We are located on Vancouver Island do you know what I can do ...
Cedar Chips for sale? A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (1/28) -- Is anyone intrested in cedar chips? Where can I sell them or give them away ...
Scm Pratix N15 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/27/23) -- This new to us machine, can anyone tell me how to load a program to cut the whole job file, we ...
Re: Clear coat over Stealth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27/22) -- I believe Stealth is a post cat varnish. I use Matador, which is a similar product. I do ...
Re: Cabinets Installation Estimating A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/27/22) -- Heather that is a difficult question to answer but he should have ...
Re: Clear coat over Stealth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27/22) -- I did this when I was using Resistant. Got the same response from my tech - why? There ar ...
Mcm slider doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27/22) -- I have a customer who lost one of these plastic roller things that goes on his slidin ...
Re: mdf 1/4' round door A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/27/21) -- I don't particularly want to burst any bubbles here but the very small radius above the quadran ...
Pinholes - Waxed Polyester - Help Needed A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- Hi, I have recently started using a clear waxed polyester, and I have been having issues wit ...
Re: Pinholes - Waxed Polyester - Help Needed A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- Thanks for the advice, Bob, it's greatly appreciated. I actually have done a sample on a pie ...
Re: 2" cove shaper A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/27) -- If you have corrugated heads you can order the knives easily. Probably would ...
Re: Onload/Offload A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/27) -- In addition to our MDF spoil board we use two (2) removable MDF waste boards. A waste board is pla ...
Sart up niche A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/27) -- Hey guys, can ya'll give me some good niche ideas for running a band mill for profit ...
Re: Advice on a trestle table with leaves A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/27) -- Most people, tall or not, that want more leg room at a table actually want the apron ...
Re: Outboard Fence A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/27) -- Thinking more about this if you don't mind drilling the existing fence fixtu ...
Re: Is this the future of CNC? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/27) -- This and other similar gadgets look appealing at first,but a bit of consideration gets you to the ...
Re: How to change careers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- A hobby kills time, by definition. A profession capitalizes upon time for profit. The IR ...
Re: Building A Spray Booth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- Dude, just set the money you were going to put into the material to build a non certified bo ...
Re: Finish Room Heating A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- I'd suggest a used furnace place far away and insulated duct the heat over to the booth. Har ...
Re: Adjusting large cabinet doors. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- Pat can you elaborate on what you’re talking about “rip and flip”? ...
Humidification Systems A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/27) -- I'm looking for suggestions of a humidification system for my shop. It's 5600 ...
Re: Upcut saw accuracy A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- We looked @ the RazorGage saw and stop system @ the last IWF show. Very nice. I like the ...
Re: Frameless to face frame A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- We still do a lot of traditional face frame cabinetry with partial overlay doors. Typica ...
Re: Lamellar zeta machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- I recall posting my opinion on the Lamello P2 Zeta... I love mine too! You can save $$ b ...
Re: Frameless to face frame A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- As a professional your opinion does matter...whether they recognize it or not I did face ...
Re: recoat primer or shoot extra top coat? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- Alex, We have a saying: "Never leave any work for the top coat" In other words, we ...
Tigerply prefinished A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/27) -- Anyone used tigerply prefinished for cabinet boxes? Its half the cost of columbia that i ...
Re: Diminished global demand A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/27) -- Larry, Average isn't a good index. You can drown in an average of 3 inches of ...
Re: Holzma Optimat saw question A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/27/23) -- That is the CMOS battery, about the size of a nickel and it is on the motherboard it is a 3205 ...
Re: Accuracy of Shop Drawings? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/27/23) -- As a draftsperson in the commercial cabinetmaking business, it's important to strive for accura ...
Re: Is this "spray booth setup" dangerous? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/27/21) -- Kevin Jenness, I suggest it impacts the whole neighborhood already. Pumping all those sol ...
Re: Gravity Feed Gun A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/27/21) -- I have a C.A. Technologies hvlp cpr reduced pressure gravity gun it has an hvlp and cpr c ...
Re: You're welcome A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/27) -- I keep hoping for another 2008. It allowed me to buy a nice property on the ch ...
Re: How do you stain and paint edge banded parts? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/27) -- Anytime possible use PVC that matches or close. Once its all put together if you are a s ...
Re: Resin resources A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/27) -- I would agree with Mark, id say we're on the tail end of this wave ( and I cant wait ...
Re: Great resources A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/27) -- Mike, You might also look into Skills USA. Training and support is offered for many trad ...
Re: On finished floor or subfloor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (11/27) -- Late to this one but this is always an interesting topic for me as I ...
Re: Velvet jewelery drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/27) -- JoAnn Fabric will have a nice selection of velvet in different colors. Spray glue and at ...
Oliver 299 planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/27) -- I have a late model (1978) Oliver 299. This machine has the Reeves drive pulley f ...
Re: Epoxy problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (11/27) -- Hi Holly, I work for Rangate, the company David mentioned earlier. We do indeed have an epox ...
Steaming for the purpose of conditioning. A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/27) -- Recently found a good cheap source for air dried white oak, so I have been steam ben ...
Re: Bar Foot Rail A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/27) -- Brass can be colored to the dark bronze color with chemical solutions. We have our finis ...
Re: Stanley Furniture and Vietnam A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/27) -- We lost a retailer to China last year. The new manager said the saving of abou ...
Re: Oliver 299 planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/27) -- Thanks Keith, Looks like that's going to be way less expensive option. Even if I ...
Re: How much CFM A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (11/27) -- I have used Oneida Air for several systems since 1990. Send them ...
Re: New Wide Belt Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/27) -- Not all sanders or segmented platens are created equal as you know. I've worked o ...
Re: Oliver 299 planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/27) -- Jason, I used a v belt, since the pulley was already there. You can use a chain i ...
finishing dispute A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/27) -- Help! I just completed remodeling a stair case for a customer, He was responsible for the hi ...
Re: Planning large planks of wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/27) -- WOODWEB has a resource available to assist in locating other woodworking professi ...
Re: Quick Veneer Tape Application A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/27) -- I use a tape dispenser much like the butchers use. Press down the lever and you can set it for ...
Re: Problem with kreg Forman pocket hole machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/27) -- I'd suspect the air regulator. Over time they can get a build up in the passages which l ...
Re: Wide Belt Sander Tracking Issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/27) -- Back and forth at the same speed is ideal. The speed is not important as long as the ...
Re: AI drawings A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/27/23) -- We can tank Henry Winkler for the great advice of how to handle machines. Happy Days! ...
Re: Mixing MLC Resistant and Krystal A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27/21) -- No!!!!! These are 2very different animals, 2 different resin systems. You have no choice ...
Re: Murphy bed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/27/21) -- Used to own a murphy bed for around 20 years. They are a great way to save space, how ...
Re: Start over with your dream shop/business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/27) -- Lets not forget the important part. You need humans! Robots are nice, but you ...
Re: CV mixing by volume or weight ? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27) -- not to mention a scale that can handle that sort of weight accurately is $3k... lol.. I know ...
Re: white oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/27) -- In general, the most critical location is where two pieces of wood join. This traps ...
Re: Gluing up radius jambs A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/27) -- Peter, Your fabrication methods are excellent. Glue really has little impact ...
Re: Is service just as important as product? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/27) -- Overall at least with custom work you need to develop a clear understanding of ...
Re: Veneering a Cylinder A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/27) -- Wood Dust, As B.H. suggests, you can do this with a large home-made bag and ...
Re: Rubio Monocoat A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27) -- The biggest downside to rubio monocoat and similar systems is that you're putting the custom ...
Re: Exterior Outswing Sill A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/27) -- We don't get too many outswings to do. When we do, we make a White Oak sill ...
Re: Measure New Job A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/27) -- It seems like a lot of you don't go measure a job until you are almost sure th ...
Re: loading 5 axis program to holzher cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/27) -- Hi, i do not know all your program. But in a Holzher (also on a other Wodworking machien) 5 axis p ...
Re: True divided Muntin bars in CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/27) -- One need not be a specialist to do CAD/CAM work. I don't know how familiar you are with the proces ...
Hand written punchlists A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/27) -- We are all familiar with using handwritten punchlists to finish up projects. T ...
Re: pigmented waterbourne A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27) -- I have used Aqualente and Lots of GF Poly in the past and both are excellent. I absolutely l ...
Re: True divided Muntin bars in CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/27) -- The video shows a great way to make muntins, and the coping would not be difficult in that case. N ...
Re: Which turbine air gun to look at? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27) -- I switched to an accuspray 10 GP 5-6 years ago and if I had known sooner how good they are i ...
Floor sweeper A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (10/27) -- We recently increased our space and it is a lot to sweep. Does a ...
Stain Applicator A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/27) -- Im getting more and more calls for single home custom moulding runs. Anyone know of any type ...
Re: How long do you keep customer files? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/27) -- +1 to Pat's response. My niece went through an audit with her business a year ...
Re: Pattern Systems with Windows 7 32 Bit: A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/27) -- Jim Smith: I feel your pain. I held on to XP as long as was possible, and when I had to switch, I ...
Re: Caulking Panels in Entry Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/27) -- Geoff, Yes we use glazing tape usually 1/16 or 1/8”. The caulk joint has to ...
Re: Historic furniture price comparisons A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/27/24) -- A long time ago, the main types of furniture were beds, stools, chairs, and boxes. ...
Re: Expansion issues - Rails/Stiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27/23) -- Beautiful beaded frames. Good selection of wood. all i can think of not enough glue an ...
Re: Fancier than white (melamine boards) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27/23) -- To make it waterproof, it's either pur glue or hot air/laser edgebanding. All melamine ...
cabinet refinishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27/21) -- Looking for someone in the Columbia SC area that can refinish and paint existing cabinets ...
Re: 25" vs 37" Wide Belt Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27/21) -- Thanks everyone. I'll focus my efforts on trying to get a 37" sander. When I say ...
Re: Wood frame doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- Hello, as far as building material as a painter I see finger joined paint grade pine used for ...
Re: AAA equipment choice A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- Kremlin if your serious :) I use this style of spray system in a shop setting. It is extremel ...
Re: Anyone use a Table Top Mortising Machine? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/27) -- I'll repeat the two things I think important in this discussion: The Maka mortisers ar ...
Re: X-Mullion Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27) -- We were supposed to do a set recently, but the customer decided to do a regular vertical/ ...
Re: up and down play on undermount slides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27) -- Bottom mount guides have a built in disadvantage compared to side mounts when we talk how ...
Re: Finishing bar top live edge with epoxy A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- The edge is natural. I'm assuming the top and bot are more or less flat and parallel. The mel ...
Re: Maggi System 32 boring clamps A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/27) -- I own the same machine and had the same problem with the boring head air cylinder, not th ...
Re: Sketch and cutting list software A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/27) -- Pencil and paper are as close to free as you can get. Has worked for decades ...
Re: Finishing wood bar top A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- Also, with an oily wood like black walnut in such a harsh enviroment, you should use an isola ...
Re: Kiln Operation Help A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- I am not that familiar with Solar Kilns. Perhaps someone else that has experience wit ...
Re: Edge Joint Machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/27) -- A joiner handplane will do the job. It must be properly set up and sharpened, so t ...
Re: Edge Joint Machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/27) -- What's your budget for this? A straight line rip will do what you need but if you ...
Re: Spraying assembled drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- PS; if you're building these thing save yourself some time (as has been mentioned by others) ...
Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/27) -- "that along with CV stay down cutting have reduced my lost parts to almost 0. 18 hp becker pum ...
Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/27) -- Mike, Are you saying you don't seal the edges of your spoil boards? That can have a big impact on h ...
Paper Wheel Sharpening A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/27) -- I am interested in the paper wheel sharpening method. I've tried many, if not most, of ...
Re: Finish Products & Techniques A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- My $.02 would consist of the following: Plaques,trophy bases and such are not high usage item ...
Re: fan reversals A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- Conditioning (relief of stresses) is affected by how fast you can add moisture back a ...
Re: Aging White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- Try using Rubio Monocoat Fume and or Rubio Monocoat Smoke. Both are reactives that react with ...
Re: Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- Fred, I have to say I don't know how 38 mm blades would work for 52" throat. Our ...
Re: Finish Products & Techniques A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- Quantity could be anywhere from 10 to 50 pieces per week. I'm primarily working with red oak ...
Re: Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- A narrow band will bend front to back to relieve some cutting stress, so it tends to ...
Re: furniture parts CNC service needed NY area A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/27) -- Hello I saw your post in the cnc forum. We run a 5x10 Omnitech /Anderson CNC If you would like to p ...
Re: RE: Wide Belt Sandpaper A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/27) -- Thank you, Kevin. Tommy, Message me if you would like some information on wide bel ...
Shooting automotive clearcoat A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/27) -- Do I need to use a sealer before shooting mahogany veneer that has no stain on it? I've heard th ...
Re: Curly Maple Top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/27) -- Kevin I've gone with the cleat idea which sounds best and can add it to my design as s ...
Re: Salice hinge replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27/24) -- Hello Cristian, Salice hinges are rigorously tested to reduce the possibility of rust ...
Re: Labels on cut parts of the cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/27/24) -- Here are two solutions for labels that can be removed easily. Look for repositionable labels. Th ...
Re: Modular table A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27/21) -- David Sochar: Wooden knock-down joints will loosen up in time due to the m ...
Re: Holzher edgebander troubleshooting A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27/21) -- I would just look for a holzher tech or independent tech familiar with holzher, you ca ...
external cabinet hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27/21) -- I am looking to replicate an old style cabinet and need to find similar external mount ...
Re: Modular table A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27/21) -- Metal fasteners will loosen up in time due to the movement of wood and the ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/27) -- There are a million ways to go about this business, order and assemble componen ...
Rubio Monocoat A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- Hi everyone, I’m not sure if this post belongs here or in finishing, but here it is. I ha ...
Re: Solid ebony glue ups A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/27) -- Hey Kim, I hope you're doing well old friend! I think the tenons are not necessary. Ho ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/27) -- True. I had 30 years as a top corporate executive before buying this biz. I was ...
Re: brandt edgebander error? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27) -- I have a overcurrent feed motor error and I lubed belt but do not know how to ...
Re: Shop layout help A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- DS, Yes, the SL edge is very good, no problem straight to shaper. Cabinet vision probably ...
Pre primed cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- Im in southern California, interested in the possibility of ordering my doors pre primed ...
Re: Microvellum Single Part Editor A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/27) -- You can do either. I prefer the 900 tool route unless I have a reason to deviate from it. I have a ...
Re: tack clothes w/Conversion Varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/27) -- We don't use tack cloths for fear of contamination. We use microfiber cloths. Last forever an ...
Need Intake Piece For My Dust Collector A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (8/27) -- The intake on my 3 HP double bag DC has a 'hub' I'll call it, wit ...
Re: Need Intake Piece For My Dust Collector A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (8/27) -- Multi-branch manifold- page 13 catalog download- can be made to a ...
Re: Shelf Life for Rolls of Edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- 2 mil PVC will definitely go bad. It can get very brittle a chip instead of cut. I don't ...
Insulated glass, supplier question A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27) -- I have to replace the insul. glass in several exterior French doors and sever ...
Re: National Champion Black Walnut A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (8/27) -- It doesn't make sense to fell this tree. From the distant photo we can see that there's really ...
Re: Insulated glass, supplier question A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27) -- I highly recommend Green Mountain Glass in Charlestown, NH. They specialize i ...
Re: slr usage A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- We have an Extrema SLR, Taiwan, 13 years old. The oiler is electrical and you can set how ...
Re: Blum Movento with Tip-on issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- Have you tried adjusting it forward or back with the adjustment knob on the tip out mech? ...
3d wall panel question A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/27) -- hi all i am new to the cnc word and i want to make a 3d wall panel any tips on what bit to use ? an ...
Re: Metabox style drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- You can order through their Canadian warehouse in Quebec. Used to deal with them a number ...
Re: Is high end work dying? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/27) -- Side by side comparison will make better work stand out. But by then, it is a b ...
Re: cabinet software shopping... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/27) -- I've been using Cabnetware since 08' and I recently purchased three months of Mozaik. I'v ...
Re: Green White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27) -- It dries. Here are pictures of his front door with one of the beam cutoffs. A ...
Re: Anderson CNC Tool Carousel Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/27) -- Check the book to see what that alarm actually is. Could be that the carousel didn't return all the ...
Re: sanding profiled trim and molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/27) -- It all starts with the machine doing the profiling. The higher the rpms and t ...
Re: Where can I buy Trestle Table Leg components. A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/27) -- Thank you, I appreciate your help. I actually found the Trestle base on other full tre ...
Re: Cabinet design software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/27) -- After years with KCD, Cabinet Pro and Routercad we went with Mozaik and it is hands down the best s ...
Re: Cabinet design software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/27) -- Hi Don, I work with Mozaik Software and I took a peek at your website. We can handle your standard ...
Re: Bit suggestions for wide bevels A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/27/24) -- Enroute software has a PYRAMID feature where you can take a small diameter chamfer bit and step ...
Scm me25 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/27/24) -- How can I get rid of #E1 reset off my machine? ...
Re: parts for Holzher Sliding Table Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/27/22) -- does anyone now were i can fing parts for HOLZHER table 1243 , i need the ...
Re: A warning to newbies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- Joel, yes it is easier to make a remodeling business go if you are skilled with ...
Re: A warning to newbies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- After 40 years in custom wood and upholstered furniture we have never used Goog ...
Re: dust/shavins into enclosed trailer A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (7/27) -- I can build anything out of wood, but am dumb as they come when i ...
Re: A warning to newbies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- Glen - So sorry to hear about the health problems. Getting older, one can expec ...
Re: Blum slides back ordered A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/27) -- You can try Dynapro from Grass. Hafele sells them. ...
Re: problem with 2k AAA pump, time to replace? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- Well after spending the better part of my day working on the catalyzer CA Technologies pump I ...
Re: problem with 2k AAA pump, time to replace? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- I see not reason not to just use a kremlin 10:1 or 15:1 wall mounted pump with 5 gallon sipho ...
Re: Stiles construction interior shaker doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/27) -- Nothing wrong with using solid vs finger jointed staves. The finger jointed p ...
How to brace a porch A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (7/27) -- Hi, I want to help these people out and make a few extra bucks but I haven't encountered qu ...
Autocad 3D cabinet / millwork plugin A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/27) -- Hi all, I've been using a set of plugins to speed up my workflow in autocad 3d for a couple months ...
Re: How to brace a porch A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (7/27) -- I posted a link to the CGSLST ad but I don't see it. It's a front porch/deck with weight be ...
Digital Readout A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/27) -- I am looking to setup two shapers with DRO units to speed setup times. I will ...
Re: Schedule 80 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/27) -- If you have an OSHA inspection you will get cited for PVC! The only draw back to PEX is t ...
Re: Planer head A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/27) -- If you can find out for sure what the head fits the price of shipping is nothing compared ...
Re: Reverse Table Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/27) -- My last, and most abusive, boss demanded that I reverse the feed of our 5 hea ...
Re: Just put them on sanding... A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- Packaged response, Leo, Yes, this is all just finish/detail sanding after its g ...
Re: Best way to repair? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- It looks like it's right next to the cooktop. Nice and conspicuous. And it looks like it'd be ...
Re: Best way to repair? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- I'm not a finish guy but i am a woodworker i would cut a straight parallel groove that you ca ...
Re: Just put them on sanding... A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- I start on one side of the room and end up sweeping into a corner. Then I can u ...
Re: Air filter for finishing room A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- Mainzy, I sand with 400 then wipe with a damp rag. Ordered some tack cloth too and a coverall ...
Re: epoxy vs bondo on flooring A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/27) -- A two part epoxy is easy to mix. I use wood flour to mix with the epoxy so it ...
type of Router Bit A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/27) -- Hey guys I am trying to replicate this profile on my end panels and cant seem to get the ...
Re: hickory table tops A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- I use level sealer a post cat product from mlcambel.you can build 15 mill before standing. Aw ...
Re: Autocad 3D to 2D / CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/27) -- You can do it with an Auto Cad add on called Smartlister. Email me and I will give you the contact ...
Fiberglass door finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- Hey guys, I have found woodweb to be a great resource over the last couple years. I was one o ...
Re: residential/commercial A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/27) -- I can't compare retail work with commercial because we have never done anything ...
CNT Motion Series 1000 CNC Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/27) -- I have a problem with my 'New To Me' CNT Motion router. It is 'getting lost' in X. I need some help ...
Re: Failed glue joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (7/27) -- That will fix the problem. The only issue I can think of is it may look a little odd, ...
Re: Fein Dust Collector now Screamers A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (7/27) -- Warranty FEIN One Year Standard Warranty Every FEIN power tool is ...
Re: Waterbased / Waterbourne Clear on Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27/24) -- there are many good w/b finishes out there. How durable do you need it to be? you can use ...
Re: Waterbased / Waterbourne Clear on Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27/24) -- That looks like exactly what I'm after! Looks like a quality product. Now to see if I can ...
Re: Feed back on Hud-Son Oscar 328 A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/27/23) -- I own a hudson 328 and I love mine have cut thousands of wood simple easy to use e ...
Dry Spray A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27) -- Hi All I hope I can find some experienced users here with what I am doing. I am spraying my s ...
Barcode to access to worklist with Biesseworks A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/27) -- Is anyone opening the worklist file on Biesse with a barcode scanner? I run a Biesse Rover S. We ou ...
heat treating A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/27) -- several weeks back I staked with 1 inch spacers 2 inch pine boards in an insulated ro ...
Re: Spraying conversion varnish vertically A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27) -- We spray almost exclusively vertical. I own several gravity feed guns like your Devilbiss Fin ...
Re: 16"/20" 4 post import planers A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/27) -- Hi David, I own (and use) a Powermatic 20" planer with the mystery rollers on ...
Finishing Tap Dance Floor A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27) -- I am currently building a dance floor for a friend. I used 2 coats of PPG timeless penetratin ...
Re: MLC Magnamax H2O Precat Water Borne Poly A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27) -- Greg, I think your on to something there. I have tried a number of things so far that just do ...
Becker vacuum problems A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/27) -- I run 2 Becker 2.250 vacumes on my CNC and one of them has gone down. Becker wants me to send them ...
Re: Homag Baz 41 Complex problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/27) -- steve you can jump the mats out if you don't need that safety ...
Re: Sliding Door Track for a Radiused Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/27) -- Pat, this shouldn't be a problem if you can find a metal or machine shop with ...
Re: Finishing AC Plywood A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/27) -- Gary, It can take multiple coats of WB finish to seal the wood completely - depending on the ...
Re: lamello zeta machine and hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/27) -- I can buy it laid up or in veneer form and was looking for a way to avoid gluing all the ...
Re: Vcarve and Weeke A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/27) -- You can go to the site and download the demo full work version to test your machine and post proces ...
Re: Grizzly A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (6/27) -- It would help to know some specifcs. How many people in your shop? what are you making? are ...
RE: Planer Knives Sharpening A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/27) -- We have a Delta Rockwell 18" Planer. This planer has 3 long knives, which are ...
Re: Wide belt sander oscillation cylinder? A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (6/27) -- Hopefully you have located this cylinder by now...? Holz-Her (704 ...
What can I replace these hinges with? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/27/24) -- A customer has Chinese faceframe cabinets with frameless hinges with the base plate at ...
Re: Moulding Mahogany A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/27/24) -- Or a slower or more conservative cutting angle, such as 12° or 15°, can be used ...
User friendly kitchen cad program for website. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27/22) -- Hi guys and gals. We are working on a website where customers can draw their ...
Hook angle vs cutting angle results? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/27/22) -- If I have a vertical cutterhead in a moulder with a 20 degree hook cut angle wi ...
Re: Low profile slotter A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/27) -- What quality does the kerf have to be? I can imagine any type of recip (sawza ...
Removing sticky sawdust off SYP lumber? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/27) -- I'm normally sawing hardwood with my Woodmizer LT15 but I've had some large SYP trees ...
Re: Low profile slotter A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/27) -- Bernie: Unless you have hundreds of these to do, I think what I might do is t ...
Re: Maybe a dumb question? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/27) -- Post cat finish like conversion varnish can be refrigerated to prolong the life of the cataly ...
Machinery support/service A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- Does anyone else have as much trouble as I do finding service techs in your are ...
Re: CabinetVision VS Mozaik A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/27) -- You can try Moziak for 90 days initially, Inexpensive way to find out,, if it is not what you want ...
Re: Need advice Crotch Mahogany Conference table A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/27) -- If you have reservations about your results, don't experiment on the final project. See if your ...
Re: Sliding table saw vs CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/27) -- For what your doing - cutting melamine, get a slider. For your 15k budget you could get a ...
Re: Pods for flat table A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/27) -- Here is a picture of a few I have made to give you some other ideas. I am sure you will have a tabl ...
Re: Sliding table saw vs CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/27) -- If I had it to do over again. I'd start with a cnc and an edge bander. You can pay for ev ...
Re: Pay increase evaluations A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- Have you asked him what is going on, what his long term goals are, can he be sa ...
Re: Laminate to Melamine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/27) -- Technically it should be the same thickness material. If not exposed you can accomplish t ...
Re: Pay increase evaluations A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- I agree with the bonus theroy. Beware some employees get thinking they are goin ...
Re: why is my butternut sapwood really hard & dark A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/27) -- You assume much when you attempt to refute a comment I made, one which is based on de ...
Reliable shop miter saws? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/27) -- Good day Gents, I'm asking for opinions/experience on what you consider the most reliable ...
Finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/27) -- I am looking for an exterior top coat that I can spray on a sign. The MDO board was primed an ...
Re: Improving Information Flow A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- Hello, Larry- He is aware that things need to change and is actively looking fo ...
Re: Does optimization=boring shop job? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- Jeez, Mel, what do you want? You go on about how disorganized and inefficient y ...
Re: Your opinion please A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- You can go after them as hard as you want, in reality though if you read throug ...
Re: paperwork A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- We recently started using Dropbox. We have a jobs folder that is shared with th ...
Re: how much spring in a spring joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/27) -- If you are getting deflection in your beds from the weight, you are probably ...
Re: Measuring small batches A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/27) -- medicine dispensing syringes . easily measure 2.5 to 10 milliliters . local pharmacy . spoons ...
Re: Improving Information Flow A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- We are developing software like that for our shop right now. It operates just l ...
Re: Measuring small batches A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/27) -- and how can a shot glass measure up to 150 millimeters ? geesh , no surprise people have cata ...
Re: Measuring small batches A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/27) -- how can a digital scale measure fluid ounces or milliliters ? ...
Re: Thinning Titebond II for slower set A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (5/27) -- The adhesiveness of the glue is not really the issue. It is probably good enough. It i ...
Re: choppy cuts, band saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/27) -- 99.99999% of cutting problems are the blade,,,,,, get a new person to sharpen them... ...
Re: Cracks in crotch mahogany veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/27) -- Jack, How long did the veneer sit after having the veneer softener applied? What was the MC of t ...
Re: Ambient dust in shop..what to do? A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (5/27) -- Collect dust at the source is the first strategy. If you sand, ge ...
Re: New to finish dept A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27/25) -- Color codes BU burnt umber RU raw umber LB lamp black RO red oxide QR quinachridone red YO ...
Re: New to finish dept A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27/25) -- Tint loads...... There are two types of colorants, pigments and dyes. Pigments are solid a ...
Re: New to finish dept A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27/25) -- I hope this info helps get you started. Finishing is a dying trade and there aren't many o ...
Re: Aluminum foil stick to XPS foamboard A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/27/25) -- You can use a construction adhesive like Loctite PL300 or a similar foamboard adhesive, wh ...
Re: Please Help with Morbidelli Globo 363 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/27/25) -- Paul I had one untill I cot the CNC. My memory is a littlebit vague but I thisnk I can ...
Re: cabinet door shaper help A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/27/23) -- I know its been a while but a quick update. -I was able to solve the clamping problem ...
Re: Question about Salice thick door hinge A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/27/23) -- Hello Al, For an 1-1/8" thick door there are 2 choices with soft close. One is th ...
Re: edgebanding Plam strips A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/27/23) -- Edgebanding plam strips gives woodworking projects color and texture. The strips decorate ...
Re: Painting Natural Birch A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27/22) -- One of the caveats with birch is that the wood can have some pretty severe grain reversals ...
General finishes supplier A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27/22) -- Hi I'm having a hard time finding anyone local (Durham, NC) who carries and can custom tin ...
Re: Sand through touch up A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- The Blendall color stick is only meant for purposes of coloring. It's based on bees wax, whic ...
drawing help A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- we picked up a small cnc (camaster stinger 2) at the end of last year and i'd like some help drawin ...
Re: Crate Construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/27) -- You don't mention weight capacity, but I suggest you talk to a local cardboard container ...
Re: soft touch lacquer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- Hey Bob, can that soft touch product be put into solvent base conversion varnish as well? ...
Re: Spraying latex with CAT pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- Even in that situation you would still likely be more competitive if he were to just set the ...
Re: Spraying latex with CAT pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- Yes, you can get latex to spray through your CAT pump (I have the same one), but you'll need ...
Re: Small shop relief A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- As a part of EIDL you can also apply for a 10k advance which is forgivable if y ...
Re: Vectric Aspire in Rhode Island A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- Here you go it's a map of vetric users that you can find on their website. https://www.google.com/m ...
Re: Precix QM Control software A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- I was production manager and head engineer at Precix from 2003 to 2009. In 2009 I bought all of the ...
Re: Refinishing End Table A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- Sealing before staining would prevent the stain from penetrating, which is not good. Not sure ...
Miter saw or portable table saw? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- Hello everyone, great forums here and your advice has helped a lot in the past! I am a beginner who ...
Re: Low VOC custom stain colors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/27) -- You need to call the guys at Colorspec Coatings on Long Island, they can help you with this. ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- Trump does have a few good people around him. General Mattis being one of them. ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- Econ 101, Your arguments are always very well reasoned and I usually agree with ...
Re: shaper or moulder knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/27) -- These are typical for knives used on molders. Normally, you would have plasti ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- itd goingvto grt worse for the working man. my sheet goods supplier jusy showed ...
Re: Help! My draftsman is leaving! A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- I wood start looking on Woodweb and expand your search; ask your CV salesman if ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- cabmaker, This is one we can agree on. Kushner & Ivanka. I'd love to see th ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- I didn't take your bait on Bannon and I'm not gonna take it on Kushner, either. ...
Re: shaper or moulder knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/27) -- You can run those on a shaper , the tallest cutter I feel comfortable running ...
Weinig Powermat A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/27) -- What is a realistic setup time that can be expected with a new 6 head Weinig Power ...
Re: Weeke Vs Anderson Vs Biesse Vs Omnitech A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- I think the most important thing is actually the software to drive the machine. Without integrated ...
CNC Woodworking Seminar A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/27) -- Hi everyone, My company (Rangate) is hosting a seminar called "Innovations in ...
Re: storing cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/27) -- Get paid in full. Tell them the cabs are warrantied to 95F and stick a thermometer in the ...
Re: CNC Vector speed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- If you are running that much, It is worth doing a time study to see just what kind of benefit you a ...
Re: Starting a new company, what's most important? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- I'm glad to see things get turned back some. There have been some good posts he ...
Re: Cabinet Vision - Label IT A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/27) -- Russell- looks like you cannot change that depth marker very easily. You can remove it and then add ...
Re: Cabinet Vision - Label IT A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/27) -- we have labelit and its light years ahead of the basic label reports in cv. I bought a $250 touch s ...
Re: Shellac A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27/24) -- I never take a chance. I use what the manufacturer recommends, and that is usually a vinyl ...
Re: Anyone have a Minimax T124 Lathe? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/27/23) -- Thanks Thomas! I do have the horseshoe bearing retainer, and I'm going to have the ...
Re: Staple gun for cab door panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27/22) -- yes they are plywood panels, I'm not sure why they do it but they do. I was just hopin ...
Re: Spraying Conversion Varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27/22) -- The larger kitchen cabinet factories here in MN are paying at least $20.00 an hour to star ...
Re: Solid wood scrap A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/27) -- Dustin: Not that there aren't already enough people making cutting boards, but.... ...
Re: cabinet construction method question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- If the cabinets are not going up to the ceiling, you can put a nailer up top where it won ...
Re: finishing advice for vanity top A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- 5 or more coats of Epifanes marine varnish. It's available in a matte sheen. I've used it on ...
Re: Ipe Glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- I built a pergola from ipe'. I used 3/4" and 1" ipe' dowels for the connections ...
Re: Spraying heavy table top at residence A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- Get a zip wall system they work great. You can get them at most big box stores or ebay etc... ...
Re: Door & Window Cladding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/27) -- Euro cladding is easy to install with simple jigs for locating the clips. Whe ...
Re: tambour doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- Another way to join them besides gluing to canvas, is to drill holes through the edges an ...
Re: Still sawing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/27) -- I PM'ed you yesterday with my contact details. Why in the world would you want ...
Re: Line boring or CNC boring A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- Dont forget to look at used market. I sold my Biesse Rover B with a 4x10 flat table that ...
Re: Door & Window Cladding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/27) -- Thank you Joe for your clarity. I build all types of windows and can use the ...
Re: Still sawing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/27) -- "Dont know what else to tell you." No mention of labor costs. Materia ...
Re: Grizzly G0525 A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (3/27) -- Yes. Several of them advertise here on Woodweb. Take a look aroun ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- BAC (Blend-a-color) is very bland pigment. It looks muddy, and never really penetrates (just ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- l agree with BAC assessment; muddy with no binder pretty much sums it up. That said l use it ...
Re: Finishing water based finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- Kem-Aqua is my go to WB and l get good results with it. Both the clear and the pigmented. As ...
Re: 180° Curved Staircase A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/27) -- David, those look like they are half lapped poplar frames? With a plywood rei ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/27) -- Wow. Well, being that I am in the sample stage of this project, I can change it up. I was usi ...
Re: How fast will mold show up on green lumber? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/27) -- it depends on how warm it is. Mold can begin in a day of warm weather, especially if ...
TPS, idealism and the rest. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/27) -- Seeing as I'm a messy thinker and you folks are good at untangling knots.... So ...
Re: Old tablesaw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- I used to have a Unisaw for which I rigged up a dust chute attached to the dust deflector ...
Re: Which low-cost Spindle Shaper/moudler A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/27) -- First question is - if you know nothing about them, why do you think you need one? ...
Re: TPS, idealism and the rest. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/27) -- Did you finish "The Goal"? The 2014 Kindle edition has a postscript o ...
Re: CNC cut issues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/27) -- There can be a variety of reasons. Is this a pod and rail machine, or a nested based router? Need t ...
Re: planer sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- We have a 37" planer sander and can take as little off as we would like. Want to rem ...
refectory table slides A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/27) -- A customer ordered a dutch pullout table, then changed his mind; instead he wants a re ...
Re: Veneer over solid ash A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (3/27) -- I would stay away from MDF for drawers. It has a hard time supporting itself, much less files. I ...
Re: Shaper Spindle A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/27) -- Contact this company. I believe they can help. It's the people who used to se ...
Edge jointing: Festool Domino vs. biscuit jointer A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (3/27) -- I have been disappointed in the biscuit jointer's ability to align boards edge-joined into ...
Re: Salice thick door hinge A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/25) -- Hi Al, The 1/8" gap between doors is fine. Here is a drawing illustrating the det ...
Suggestions on a color spectrometer? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27/24) -- We're at a point now in our finishing that we're considering buying a spectrometer. We are ...
Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/23) -- Nothing simple about cutting aluminum in my book. Lots of different alloys and some ar ...
Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/23) -- I may be wrong but the Wilsonart product is probably an aluminum foil bonded to a HPL ...
Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/23) -- I was under the impression it’s pretty simple to cut aluminum. I’m getting set up to t ...
Re: drying hickory A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/27/23) -- After 3-4 years it will probably get as dry as it can by air drying. It depends on ...
Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/23) -- Any chance you can just cut them on a slider with a scoring blade, or no scoring blade ...
Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/23) -- Well then I might have run ahead of myself when I bought two bits for cutting aluminum ...
Re: Making large paint grade doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27/22) -- I remember this form a few years ago I would never post it was too aggressive. I start ...
Cabinet vision drafter A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/27/22) -- Looking for Cabinet vision drafter that can designs drawing for me. I will supply all dimensions ...
On site kitchen cabinet painting A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27) -- I've had several inquiries from customers to paint their kitchen cabinets on site but I've ne ...
Refinishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27) -- I have just installed a new quartz top on a set of existing cherry cabinets. Cabinets have be ...
Re: Maintaining MC After Kiln Drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/27) -- I should have added that the idea of lasting wrap or even in a shipping container, is ...
Fusion 360 Pros and Cons A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- Curious on first impressions of Fusion 360. Someone I spoke to recently at an AWI event had an inte ...
Melamine question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- We don't do a lot of melamine work but occasionally run into a project that requires it. ...
Re: Melamine question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- We have a lot of issues with commodity melamine even with CNC. Parts through the bander, ...
Re: Loading and Unloading CNC Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- Hi Rob, I usually do not comment here, I am a machinery salesman.... HAHA This subject is interesti ...
Twisted barn door A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- I made a barn door out of pine 2x’s and the horizontal slats were done out of cedar fence ...
Re: AutoCAD Detailing A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/27) -- The older method was to use FlatShot, and SectionPlane commands to get 3D Sections. For any "n ...
AutoCAD Detailing A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/27) -- For the people that use AutoCad 3D for drafting, can you please share with me how you go about deta ...
Re: Bypass doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- Tony, can you take one of the doors off to see exactly what was used? I'm curious whether ...
Re: Stile/Rail door machine - opinions? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- Not sure why you wouldn't just invest in a couple basic shapers. Decent HD used shapers c ...
Re: BIN under SW white lacquer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27) -- Nicko, Using laquer over BIN is a really bad idea. Dried BIN can be wiped off of surfaces wit ...
Re: Brandt Optimat KD 56 A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- Look for a breaker in the second panel in the middle of the machine that's trip ...
Polyline Direction A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- I have been using Biesse works for years. at a recent class the instructor informed me that in Auto ...
Re: Business Outlook & Plan A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- Well, Tim, I see that you have many questions, some for me, some not. I'll star ...
Re: Border Tax & Woodworking Equipment A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- Pat, I've been around, just somewhat rarely. Bob Dole (KS-R) used to be known a ...
Re: Border Tax & Woodworking Equipment A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- On the plus side the Trump people are considering Jon Huntsman for a role in th ...
Induction Cooktop cutout A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/27) -- I am laying out a kitchen in which the homeowner is requesting a drop-in induction range ...
Re: Quartz touchup coloring A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/27) -- I have seen some real miracles by smart stone men, they use "flowing&quo ...
What our community is all about A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/27) -- A shout out to Jim Mcgrew. Jim went out of his way to come in this last satur ...
Re: First Big Wall-art: residual questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27) -- David, You have made a major step in the right direction by getting Hoadley's book. We all ha ...
Re: Price matching competetor quotes A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- I have told many that, lowes and big box cabinetry can look and work well, IF y ...
Re: Quartz touchup coloring A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/27) -- Depending on how big the spots are, they can drill them out and repair to whe ...
Re: Business Outlook & Plan A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/27) -- So how can you hire a guy for NATIONAL SECURITY director and 24 days later have ...
Re: tooling for cabinet parts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- Mark, we use 3/8 compression spirals from Onsrud with the Marathon coating. Use them on everything. ...
Re: Satin Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/27) -- I would stop at 600 grit wet sanding, then maybe 500 or 1000 or the Abralon. I suggest you ge ...
Re: Cabnetware Intelliparts A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/27) -- You can attach a Template from S2M to a construction file in your parameters setting but not a spec ...
Turbosand A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- I am considering a Turbosand sanding head to sand raised panel profiles with my CNC. My question is ...
Re: Gluing endgrain heartpine over plywood A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/27) -- I wouldn't do any edge gluing, and make sure that your pine is dry enough for this. I would ...
Re: Testing moisture resistance in particleboard A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/27) -- Moisture resistance is a relative - subjective - term that is not measured or quantified by ...
Cable spools or drums A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/27) -- I manage a sawmill that primarily processes wood for the pallet industry. In order to diver ...
Re: Spray stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27/25) -- wyith such a light viscosity you could just take ur pressure tank and hook it up to one of ...
Cosmec CNC Routers A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27/25) -- Cosmec CNC Routers were sold by HolzHer from 1998 to 2018. In that time about 800 cnc routers, m ...
Re: Edgebander selection advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27/24) -- Similar to you I have had 4 edgebanders in the last 4 years. First was a 200 ...
Re: Edgebander selection advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27/24) -- PO is polyolefin glue. We prefer to run unfilled glue because it works for 9 ...
Re: Hanging brackets for wall cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27/24) -- "French Cleat" Works great for us. Requires a 3/4" inset for the 1/4&qu ...
Re: Wood interior doors in the making A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/27/24) -- Your project seems like a fascinating undertaking! It seems like a good idea to use ...
Widebelt Sander Dimensioning Roller A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/27/23) -- Which roller is supposed to handle stock dimensioning: the first rubber roller ...
Material price increases A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27/22) -- I am a small one person trim and custom cabinetry business that does residen ...
Re: Is this "spray booth setup" dangerous? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27/22) -- I'm a safety/ environmental manager for a large mill work co. I also finished for many yea ...
Re: Material price increases A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27/22) -- Your only option is to put a clause in your bids and contracts that pricing ...
rover b7 no band sensor down error A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27/22) -- hello i have the above error coming up when i go to machine something which i understand is eith ...
Re: Table base design A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/27/22) -- What is the diameter of the legs? I would turn the legs out of solid stock. Make a ...
To buy or not to buy... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- Looking for my first band saw on the cheap and I found a 14" Reliant on sale for $50 ...
Re: Tracking jobs A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27) -- We use TSheets. The payroll processing is faster, installers can clock in and o ...
Wire vibration in conduit on motor startup safe? A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (1/27) -- Title sums it up. I've encountered a few machines over the years ...
Re: What Kind og bander for smal shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (1/27) -- Late to this one, and know your not in the US, but we are a small shop with an older Holzher ...
Re: Inset blind corner 94* soft close Salice A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- Hi Al, I spoke with Rob about this last night. Here is what we have available for inset, ...
Re: Cnc technology A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- In my opinion, you can search on Google according to your question, and there will be many websites ...
Re: Blum tandom vs grass dynapro A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- I ran dynapros exclusively until we lost distribution which was a sad day. I've never bee ...
Re: SS countertop software / Andi Stratos A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Call Ross Goble at DES in North Carolina. My competition that uses auto cad, alpha cam does fine. I ...
Re: SCM Maestro out of memory issue A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- I really dislike Maestro. It is very limited as to what you can do and not all that user friendly. ...
Measuring Wood Whiteness A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/27) -- Does anyone have experience measuring the whiteness of kiln dried lumber? Drying whit ...
Re: The SCM saga continues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- What exactly is the error when loading parameters ? Some of the controllers require a change to Eng ...
Re: Door/Drawer bumpers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- I switched a number of years ago from the clear plastic bumpers. I had trouble with them ...
Re: Alphacam+SCM+Homag A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- if your in the toronto area i can hire you fulltime to work on my alphacam and hein tables we make ...
Re: Finding people? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27) -- Reading the Chris Rock quote cracked me up. We are in a rural area where access ...
Panel processing for other shops A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Im sure this has to have been covered but have spent a bunch of time with every search string I cou ...
Re: Finding people? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27) -- I have made a lot of really great hires out of Craigslist. It's relatively easy ...
Re: Edgeing doors and fronts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- i run 8 different door edge profiles only two of them cut only on the top corner of the p ...
Re: 6.6 kw electrospindle A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Your question is somewhat vague. A 1.2KW spindle could handle the hardest of hardwoods if you have ...
Re: Finding people? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/27) -- Don't forget WOODWEB's Job Exchange - you can post an "Offering Employment ...
6.6 kw electrospindle A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- hi all can anyone clarify to me if a 6.6 kw electrospindle is good enough to work with hardwood , s ...
Re: Dovetail tool for CNC machines? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Here is the vortex video. You can judge yourself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v lEi5xU3-mbk ...
Re: Pre-dryer??? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/27) -- With oak, maybe ten feet per minute--almost zero--when the wood is above 35% MC. With ...
Re: Wonky cuts on diagonal??? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- When you engage the pinions into the rack, with the drives disengaged, if you wiggle the gantry bac ...
Re: Pewter finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27) -- Sounds like a challenging project and the time is running out. I would opt for powders as you ...
Re: Brush sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/27) -- Please always want to try to find a magical solution and they go with machines lik ...
one dust collector or two A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/27) -- we're in need of an upgrade to our dust collector. right now, we have a 5hp cyclone and h ...
Re: tack cloth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27) -- The reason you might have heard not to use a tackcloth is if you are using a waterbased finis ...
Re: Looking for high temp thermostat A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/27) -- Make sure you need a thermostat separate from the one in the Nyle system. Usually you ...
Re: Pewter finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27) -- Sorry, no experience with iridescent powders. I've only used the "wax" patinas. I l ...
Re: Cabinet Door Profile A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/27) -- While I agree that putting this bead on/around a solid panel is not a good id ...
317 Masterwood X axis message A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Good morning all, I have just put a 1999 Masterwood 317 with version 2 Masterworks online. I have h ...
Tabu veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (1/27) -- Hello Guys Bidding a job now with Tabu veneer, never use this product before, So i call the dist ...
Biesse/Microvellum code error A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Hello everyone, We have a Biesse/Microvellum setup and there has been a problem that has surfaced r ...
Re: Spraying waterborne in the winter A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/27) -- Keeping the finish in a warm box(old refrigerator with a small ceramic heater) along with you ...
Re: wood movement in 55" dia table top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/27) -- If you think about the solid wood moving in width from any point, then you will see th ...
Re: AutoCad LT A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/26/24) -- Samsung software will do drive images or full blown clones. I use the clone feature. If I have ...
Re: Which program to use for designing cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/26/23) -- There are several programs that you can use for designing cabinets, and the choice often depend ...
Re: Best Software for Automating Submittals A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/26/23) -- Cabinet vision has a pretty nice submittal package, we’ve been doing all of our commercial work ...
Re: Removing paste wax (over tung oil) A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/26) -- as far as I know you have to strip to get rid of the wax. Swirl marks in wax are easily remo ...
Actual material thickness vs. Plans A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/26) -- Hello everyone, I have been thinking about changing the way I make my cabinets. Using th ...
Re: Help with Virutex EB25 wiring issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (12/26) -- Matt, I've sent another email, followed up with a voicemail, (not sure if it's a futile attempt ...
Re: Help with Virutex EB25 wiring issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (12/26) -- Matt, I hate to bug you again. I'm having a difficult time determining which post the black wir ...
Re: Advice needed for new spray system A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/26) -- I use a regular HVLP gravity feed gun with a DeVilbiss bag syatem. https://www.amazon.com/De ...
Re: Tipping Delivery Drivers? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/26) -- My wife has a great story about tipping/bribery from years ago in Chicago. She ...
Re: Need to kill some bugs A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/26) -- A 120V base board heater can be made to work. They come with a built in safety therm ...
Re: Nap Gladu AirPro Collet A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/26) -- Finally got it. I was shipped to BVC across the county and they had to reship it to me. The paper ...
Re: Cabinet Software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/26) -- Take a look at Cabinet Pro Software. I have used it exclusively for the past 12 years. I design, b ...
Re: Cracking paint/caulk where crown meets ceiling A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/26) -- Thank you for the detailed response! Where can I buy Phenoseal? Is i ...
Re: Not much activity here ............ A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (12/26) -- I am here and new to this site because of this forum :) I run a wood shop ...
Re: Vfd A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/26/24) -- Collet came back with 2500!,not what I was thinking.i can get a weg (thats what panel is ...
High shear compression spiral A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26/24) -- Any one know where I can buy high shear compression spirals? ...
Re: Shaping Question A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (11/26/22) -- Zero clearance sub fences can close the opening between the fence halves when removing ...
Re: Thickness sanding MDF? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/26/22) -- RE the MDF Ive definitely seen issues if your just removing one face of t ...
Heating up the shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/26/21) -- Hello everyone. I have a medium-sized shop with no gas connection or space ...
William and Hussey users A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/26) -- I have been looking for a used William and Hussey moulder, I have noticed that there are ...
Re: William and Hussey users A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/26) -- I've never changed the bearings, but nobody uses custom ball bearings. I've never seen a ...
Re: Vacuum Lift information for 5X12 CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- Matt I don't know your situation and layout. You may move your operation soon or never. The track ...
Re: Vacuum Lift information for 5X12 CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- Matt, my two cents on this is if I had to do it again I would go with the track system. The boom w ...
Re: thick bar tops A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- 400 ipm is too fast. Slow it down to 150 ipm at the same rpm. I've done this for years on 1" ...
Re: Business And Management A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/26) -- I would recommend college courses, night classes, managing a business for some ...
Re: Business And Management A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/26) -- Ryan, MarkB and the google Thanks guys, that was very informative. I am now 10 ...
Re: Velvet jewelery drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/26) -- You can build and divide them, then spray flocking on them. Flockit.com for supplies. ...
Re: dust removal A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/26) -- We use air and on flat surfaces (dining tables and conference tables) air and tack rags. We ...
molder heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/26) -- I am setting up a weineg 23e 6 head molder, It came with 2 insert side heads that ...
Re: Appliance installation callbacks policy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/26) -- I fight this battle quite often as well.. I have just added a few labor hours ...
Re: edgebander glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/26) -- Better bond? Maybe, more depends on doing the correct setup. Slow machines typically hav ...
Re: Sketchup to Xilog Maestro A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- Hi Yaacov, You are right in your observation, but essentially there is no reason for this differen ...
Re: edgebander glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/26) -- HI Chris. Thanks for the info. I was wondering what glue can with the machine? how do yo ...
Re: Back splashes popping off everywhere! A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (11/26) -- I could see where your kicker strips could easily be adding a lot of ...
Re: cnc camparison A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- I really don't think it matters what controller you have, or what cnc you have. What matters is wh ...
Re: Delta DC-33 parallel thickness issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/26) -- This is the best indicator for jointer knives and all planer adjustments. The but ...
Re: Software for Corbels & Legs A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/26) -- Mike Mezalik did these files for me, You can get Quite crafty with Aspire yet as with any software ...
Re: What software to use? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/26) -- Hi Pat, Thanks, I've sent Dave an e-mail for now as I'm still getting to grips with 3D autocad in ...
Re: birds eyes A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (11/26) -- I've experienced the same thing now and again and it always comes down to contamination! S ...
542125.html A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (11/26) -- Here is some of Joey's burl quarter-matched in a handscraped wood floor in ...
Re: Door making any suggestions A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/26/23) -- Hi Anthony, As David mentioned, we would need to know a little bit more information to give the ...
finishing techniques A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26/23) -- I get some customers that bring pics of cabinets that they would like me to do from many ...
Re: finishing techniques A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26/23) -- Holy smokes now I can see it and that makes sense. Web site says its red oak. It gets old ...
Re: RE: Lightening Red Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26/23) -- 2 part bleach will remove all color and will be left whitish. You can thin the bleach wit ...
RE: Lightening Red Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26/23) -- To lighten red oak, can bleach or a similar product be used, to get red oak slightly whit ...
Re: a add on dust collection for mdf dust A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (10/26/21) -- Some business owners are not going to spend a lot of money to ...
Re: a add on dust collection for mdf dust A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (10/26/21) -- Bernie's solutions are good also. No matter what fix you use, ...
Re: Tax question for the self-employed A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/26) -- OK. First of all, the amount of tax you pay will depend on your profit. That w ...
Re: Varathane oil-based semi-gloss polyurethane A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- I just build and finished a hickory wood top with the same product (satin) Was not my choice ...
Re: Hiring New Shop Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/26) -- I mention the Zillow report as this is part of how I help customers manage exp ...
Re: Measure New Job A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/26) -- I used to have a laptop and would let the client scroll through pictures but I ...
Re: truing an import slr A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/26) -- Well, see how the motor or trunnion is mounted. Maybe there is a place where you can ins ...
Re: Table legs A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/26) -- Keith and rich have it right. Combine their info and you can have something worth mak ...
Re: Table legs A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/26) -- Do you understand about seasonal wood movement? I blew up the picture, and it looks l ...
Re: pigmented waterbourne A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- For the past 6 months I've been using SW's Kem-Aqua Plus and I am very satisfied; dries fast ...
Re: Light Duty Shaper Comparisons A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/26) -- A shaper is a pretty simple machine. Couple bearings, motor and starter. There is ...
Re: Which turbine air gun to look at? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- You might consider trying one of the Accuspray 3M guns with the disposable tips. I think it' ...
Intake Air A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- I would like to install an intake louver in my shop to allow the booth fan to draw in outsid ...
pigmented waterbourne A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- I've got an upcoming pigment job to do and have used both Target and MLC water based finishe ...
SW Conversion Varnish, 2K Poly over Shellac A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/26) -- I have been using General Finish's High Performance Poly over Shellac on coffee tables etc a ...
Re: CNC Electro-Spindle Tool Sticking - HSK A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/26) -- Likely not available in your country and if so probably very expensive. We ship to Australia all t ...
Re: How long do you keep customer files? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/26) -- We were cleaning out the house and I found an old USB "A" drive (3 1 ...
Re: Slide or Panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/26) -- I would by the slider I think there's a lot more you can do with it so if room is a ques ...
Re: dual hook heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/26) -- Yes give Russ a chance for doing any drawings template and of course knives. His ...
Re: Large adjustable shelf span A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/26/25) -- For a 45" span with 10 adjustable shelves, achieving both strength an ...
Re: Table saw opinions A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/26/24) -- No experience with Sawstop. No employees either. The only thing I can add ...
Re: Pledge/Silicone contamination A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26/23) -- A good way to check for contamination on your kitchen cabinet doors before spraying the fi ...
Re: Fancier than white (melamine boards) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26/23) -- There are a number of linen fabric looking products for cabinets on the market. Nothin ...
Re: "Money I'll Never Get Back" A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/26/22) -- Machinery operators who think they're millwrights. Don't drill, cut, grind ...
Re: Figuring out trim per LF A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/26/21) -- This isn't junior high school Dill Weed. Why don't you identify yourself so ...
Laser Projector accuracy for Parts/Pod Placement A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/26) -- I am considering purchasing an overhead Laser Projector for positionng pods and parts. We have a fl ...
Re: Frameless boxes per day A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- The problem is too variable to compare shops. 1st guy has a cnc, slider, good bander, and ...
Re: You're welcome A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/26) -- Pat, Investment advisors work a sliding percentage (the more you have the less ...
Re: veneer problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- the google: Perhaps I did not state it clearly. The face that gets veneered, whether it i ...
Re: X-Mullion Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- Thanks for the reply... Currently, we are not coping them. They are just a butt joint, gl ...
Re: Making trim in a non-millwork shop.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- I’m with Larry, it’s hard to beat a good shaper for short runs of moulding. We have a S4S ...
Re: Power feeder recomendations A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- Why do you want a 1 hp feeder for a router table. You can use a 1/2hp for a 3hp shaper an ...
conversion varnish turning soft A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- I have been spraying CV for many years. Recently a couple of pieces have had issues. Pieces a ...
Re: How to achieve this look? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- It's a pretty standard distressed look. You can leave it roughsawn and distress it with a ham ...
Re: Home made door clamp A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- I was going to say Izzy on youtube but its a face frame clamp not a door clamp but still ...
Re: Spraying Waterbased Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- Hello Gary. Does the automated spray line do the boards in the pictures? Does is spray then s ...
S2M and Label It Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- Vero Software has supplied us with a package which was promised to produce real time label printing ...
Re: Spraying assembled drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- The idea of taking the bottom out would sure help keep the gun and my face much cleaner. Neve ...
Re: Edge Joint Machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/26) -- I current use 16" Jointer to joint the edge before jointing 9-10 pieces of 7' ...
Re: Blum aventos bi fold doors for upper cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/26) -- Al, you do need to allow for the right clearance. Ask your sales rep for a blum Aventos b ...
Re: Spraying assembled drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- When i make drawers i cut the back short of the groove so i can slide the bottom in and nail ...
Re: Spraying assembled drawers A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- Aren't you using an HVLP gun? Why all the bounce back? Turn the air and the fluid down if you ...
Re: Cabnetware to Cabinet Vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- To go over to the dark side ? I face the same delema.....S2M ? If you can could figure out if I cou ...
Re: Wood Species and Supply A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/26) -- it's hard to say exactly but to me it looks like what we call Blue Pine , whi ...
Re: Staining maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- I realize that you have likely already solved this issue but thought I'd give you a couple ti ...
Re: Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/26) -- I have experience from log band saws with blade with of 27 mm up to 40 mm, we mostly ...
Re: Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/26) -- Thanks Per-Olov on the blades. 1.5" blades seems like the standard for these. We ...
Re: 0ak cabinet refinishing job A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/26) -- I wipe the MOS twice with a clean sponge and have never had adhesion problems. Of course, I n ...
Re: Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/26) -- I built a light wide band mill. I'm using an 1 1/2'' blade in the video below.It was ...
Wide Band Mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/26) -- Has anyone had experience with a light, wide-band mill like the Hudson Oscar 52" ...
Re: Bookcase design software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- I use eCabinets. It is free and is a very robust program that rivals programs costing 20K. It does ...
Re: Bookcase design software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- Thank you JM and Karl for your great input concerning eCabinets. With support like this and somethi ...
Re: 2 pc MDF doors in Cabinet Vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- I am a bit confused. Everyone seems to suggest CV can handle the job. Why not just get up to date w ...
Re: 2 pc MDF doors in Cabinet Vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/26) -- Bob What's the deal ??? I have the MDF door maker from plaint and can make almost anything with the ...
What glue to use for laminated utensils A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (9/26) -- I'm making laminated utensils used for cooking. What type of glue can be safe and hold up to ...
Re: Fumigating Recycled barn wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (9/26) -- We specialize in making furniture accented with antique barnboard. You will ...
Re: Interior door construction question A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/26/23) -- There are some door gurus on here that can give you a good answer. One eve ...
Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Hello new here, I have read many discussions on both business and CNC parts of ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Scott: "I would figure out how many sheets of plywood you need, How much e ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Gee, seems like the perfect time to quit a union paying job with benefits and o ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Rich i understand where you are coming from in most respects other than the mon ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- We are booked out 6 months so I know the work is out there but there's no way I ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- these last 2 responses are exactly what ive been looking for, excellent ideas. ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Cranky old bastard. :-) Cabinet shops are not the biz to be in if you enjoy fin ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- why would i want to look into door and drawer suppliers though if they can all ...
Re: Starting cnc cabinet business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- Absolutely , time is money... As a 1 men shop anything you can outsource will h ...
Re: Shop layout help A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/26) -- I see you intend to use the slider to cut your lumber. I suspect you will soon tire of th ...
Re: chairs A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/26) -- There is no need to resort to a reinvention of the wheel, er dining table and chair, f ...
Re: Sticky wood finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- Agreed with the above. Personally I'd clean them off like they said, using a solvent. Naptha ...
Re: Considering Taking Doors / Drawers In House A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/26) -- I think in your market you will be much better off buying boxes and doors. If y ...
Need Parts For Hinge Boring Machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (8/26) -- Hi, I've got an older model European hinge boring and insertion machine. It was ma ...
Re: Small/Open End Wide Belt Sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/26) -- The Speedsander will serve you much better than the open arm. Widebelt sanders are very s ...
Re: Teak dining table refinishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- the Chemcraft isolante is sold in quarts and gallons...if you can find it. ...
Re: Ergonomic Mouse for drafting A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/26) -- Logitech track ball once you learn them you will never use a conv. mouse again. Plus you can stand ...
Re: Dust collector question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/26) -- I see no real issues in doing this. Just pipe straight to the blower output to the pipe l ...
Re: Grain Filling Mohogany A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- My best results for Level sealer , are to put a couple fat coats of the level sealer .... Thi ...
Re: Grain Filling Mohogany A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- Thanks Leo , . I just pulled up the info on The interior sealer . We're in Florida ... So I'm ...
Re: Grain Filling Mohogany A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- Well, 8 mil is a lot better than 5 mil you get with CV. If you need to sandwich layers you ca ...
Re: Making Wine rack cabinet in Cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/26) -- the view in polyboard is just view the real calculate is according parameters(size of squre,min fro ...
Re: Make Up Air A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/26) -- how close is it to your gas line. in winter it will be using close to 1 million BTU so you ne ...
Re: Smallest Possible Gap Face Frame Hinge? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/26) -- Blum 38/39 series compact faceframe hinges are available in 1-1/4" plus can adjust u ...
Re: Problem - upholstery rippled edge A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/26) -- Hi David, thanks for the Ultrasuede tip. Where can I buy Ultrasuede from? Turns out, g ...
Re: Blushing troubles A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26/25) -- I think we have isolated the problem. These are alder cabinets with Sherwin Williams oil s ...
Re: Blushing troubles A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26/25) -- It is hard to offer solutions without a full finish schedule/recipe including products use ...
Re: Bit suggestions for wide bevels A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/26/24) -- A ball is suggested mainly because any 3 axis machine can perform that function. Secondly, since ...
Re: 3m 100’ hose for supplied air A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26/23) -- how long can these hoses be used before they should be replaced? mine is probably 10 years ...
Toughest/most reliable 12" miter saw? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/26/22) -- Does ANYONE make a reliable 10-12" miter saw any more? I don't care if it ...
RE: Medullary Rays A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26/22) -- In red oak, how can we HIGHLIGHT Medullary Rays, so that they would "pop off" th ...
Re: dust/shavins into enclosed trailer A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (7/26) -- You are the reason there are professionals that can design and bu ...
Re: Planer bed coating A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/26) -- Good selection of waxes. Is it the 1lb can of wax? ...
Re: problem with 2k AAA pump, time to replace? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- Sorry I’ve never sprayed CV through mine.only2 K urethane. I find that if I have a problem wi ...
Re: Cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/26) -- Yes you can totally control face up and down by selecting as said above a good face in the cabinet ...
Frameless with 1/8'' reveals A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/26) -- Hey everyone, I know this subject has been beat to death many times. We're from northern ...
slot mortiser A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/26) -- Hello I am looking for an old style Laguna slot mortiser.(see pics) I need to make ...
Re: slot mortiser A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/26) -- Fred - if you are having problems adding your pictures, you can send them to me vi ...
SKB 50 doweling machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/26) -- Does anyone out there have an SKB 50 wood dowel boring machine I can ask a few que ...
Just put them on sanding... A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/26) -- Bit of a rant. I get a kick out of it every time someone local or someone I kno ...
Re: Air compressor recomendation A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- Sata pressure feed rp and hvlp spray guns use a lot of air;. a 5 hp 17cfm 80 gallon tank comp ...
Air compressor recomendation A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- Hello fellow finishers, I am setting up a small finishing shop at my house in a 20x40' stand ...
Re: epoxy vs bondo on flooring A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/26) -- That Rangate looks like hot melt! Getting Bondo black enough would be a task ...
Re: Air compressor recomendation A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- Sata 3000k hvip consumes just shy of 20cfm and the Sata rp just over 15cfm. like somebody sai ...
Re: GF EnduroVar A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- I wonder when (if?) GF started adding cross linker to the Clear Poly. Their tech. data sheet ...
Re: Custom Furniture market data A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/26) -- It can be very difficult to navigate, but the US dept. of commerce keeps extens ...
Bonehead conversion varnish mistake A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/26) -- I got ready to topcoat a 3d cnc cutout that took 20 hours to cut out, and like an idiot, I us ...
Re: What is the best miter saw setup? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (7/26) -- I am looking at the new virutex combo chop saw and rip saw. our work ...
Re: Entering the entry door Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/26) -- David, I have great respect for your work. with that said, I am a commercial/ ...
Re: turbocad v8 mac A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/26) -- Hey Tim, I have tried to use Mac for professional level cad/cam results for a number of years but r ...
Re: Plunge/Other Router Inaccuracies? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/26/24) -- If this is an ongoing product, would it be possible to fixture it on an inverte ...
Re: finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26/23) -- Not enough info...what type of finish was or is on there now.? Is it a pigmented finish or ...
Re: Long drill bits A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/26/22) -- As a suggestion, since wood grain can misdirect long drill bits, is to plough l ...
Re: Long drill bits A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/26/22) -- Ahh, I wondered. You can source standard 36" twist drills easily but I thi ...
Re: Pump selection A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26) -- I'm using a Graco Merkur ES 30:1 pump, 1'8" ID fluid hose. There's 2 CAT 14:1 pumps next ...
Re: Wood Finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26) -- Of course Flexner's book on woodfinishing is amazing. But you said for polishing, do you mean ...
Re: Design corner cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- I make mine square in the back corner, 45 degree was a pain. The end panels are standard ...
Re: How the heck can I give pricing? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- We don't give prices. We give budget ranges based on today's material costs. Or ...
Re: Phones, Bathroom,.... Again I know.. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- When I was in the army some of the facilities were equipped with squat toilets ...
Re: Vises A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/26) -- The little pod and rail is a Rover 20. I also have 2 flat table Biesse Arrows and I'm setting one u ...
Re: New Dust Collection Design A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (6/26) -- I can help you out with this Steve. Go to my website, check out t ...
Re: Vises A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/26) -- Here's a quick video from yesterday's runs, I hope you can see it well enough ...
Re: Certifications A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- FSC has value if you are doing LEEDS projects or working for companies that wan ...
Re: wide belt sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- CW is right. Everything in the shop is now electronically controlled. OEM parts are usual ...
Re: Tabu veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/26) -- Hi, Correct, we do not sell or stock edgeband. We have 555 colors and with all the variables tha ...
Woodtek Wide belt sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- I'm looking for replacement parts for my Woodtek 36 inch wide belt overhead sander. Does ...
Re: Woodtek Wide belt sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- There are places that recover them. If it isn't in too bad of shape you can dress it by g ...
Re: Shipping A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- Matt We use a company that is also a Mayflower rep as well as Tabatha Beltramo ...
Re: Shipping A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- I have shipped to Southeast Alaska, Juneau. We did not crate it. We did box eve ...
Re: polishing CV A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26) -- You are right JM customers change their minds. Even though they signed off on Dull sheen it w ...
Forced (heat) curing, small batches. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26) -- Good afternoon folks, I'm curious, we are at a point where some heat forced curing (conversio ...
Re: Tracking Jobs A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- We use a combo of Trello and Dropbox. Currently tracking 40 some projects. On p ...
Re: grain match A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/26) -- No, you can manually select grain match group as the original poster indicated. Probably your mater ...
Re: elliptical templates A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/26) -- If you want to use the string method to get in the ball park with a template, ...
Re: Using PVA with HPL A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (6/26) -- Most of those questions can and should be answered by your glue supplier ...
Re: edgebander tape roll finish sensor A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- We installed a photo switch that the edging runs thru. when it runs out the piston that p ...
Re: lamello zeta machine and hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- Thanks Guys, Well, i bit the bullet and ordered one and 300 pr of the connectors. I have ...
Re: Using PVA with HPL A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (6/26) -- Ideally you will need a panel cleaner and glue spreader. Panel cleaner p ...
Laminating for panels and cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (6/26) -- Hi, We are purchasing a nesting table and edge bander for production of ...
Re: Loox lighting system A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- We like the Loox LED lighting from Hafele for it's versatility, quality and price. The 24 ...
Re: RITTER R26 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- i have a detel 44 spindle model that has pins,but also has flip stops. As someone else me ...
Re: Vegas or Bust Update A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/26) -- Bill, Send me your current contact information at bbuckleyt32@gmail.com and I w ...
Re: Loox lighting system A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- I was told the 12v is more an accent light and the 24v more a task light. Does anyone kno ...
Re: cabinet pro A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/26) -- Hands down. Cabinet vision and mozaik are the way to go. I have both of them and am reall ...
Re: Magnamax or Resistant A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/26) -- CV! That's all I can say Every cabinet manufacturer that I install uses CV ...
Re: Laminating Beams Advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/26) -- There are two issues that need to be addressed. First is the strength of the wood. Although y ...
Re: undermoutsink on SS A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (6/26) -- You have probably finished your counter top. Dark colors can be tough if ...
Re: Vertical router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/26/25) -- Vertical routers produced by manufacturers such as Biesse, Homag, and Holz-Her are typically ver ...
carbide tipped jointer knife sharpening service A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/26/24) -- I have been using carbide tipped jointer knives for over 25 years and every tim ...
Drying wood in a tropical climate A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/26/22) -- I am in Thailand, where the RH on a normal day ranges from 45% to 80%, which IMHO ...
Re: Point Cloud Software Choices A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/26) -- I've been using this technology for quite some time now with great success. From massive commercial ...
Low profile slotter A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/26) -- I need to run a horizontal slot, about 1/16" thick x 1/4" to 3/8&qu ...
Re: Who is stupid busy? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- we're in a niche market, serving personal residences (no commercial work). busi ...
Who is stupid busy? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- What a challenging year. There is nothing about the last 12+ months that has be ...
Straining gallon plus size A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/26) -- As the new owner of a CAT Cougar H2O I'm facing a learning curve. One of the first issues is ...
Re: Paint for the shop floor A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/26) -- rich, yes, that's what I meant, just didn't know how it's called; big round metal plate o ...
Sliding table saw vs CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/26) -- I'm mostly one (occasionally two) man shop looking to upgrade my cabinet parts cutting ca ...
Re: Financing projects A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- We use Synchony bank. We pay 7-8% to offer their 0% programs. We don’t do a lot ...
Re: Sliding table saw vs CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/26) -- from my experience considering the situation you are in at the moment I would strongly su ...
Re: Music in the Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- My policy is that you can listen to music at work as long it is mariachi music. ...
Re: Performance bond A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- It has been many years ago, we bid on a job which required a Performance Bond a ...
Re: Disposing of chemical waste A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/26) -- We looked into a solvent recycler. They can be had for a few grand so it was a very good opti ...
Re: water activated dowels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/26) -- We do like Dan. Our cycle times are 2.5 to 3 minutes, plenty long enough in the clamp. By ...
Re: Performance bond A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- Bond cost will be based on dollars bonded and your creditworthiness. Cost is ba ...
Re: why is my butternut sapwood really hard & dark A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/26) -- I guess the joke is on you since you spoke it. Yes butternut is a form of walnut...so ...
Re: Cabnetware Replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/26) -- We've used Cabnetware & Microvellum but found Topsolid to be our software of choice. I wanted s ...
Re: Short needle pine for pier A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/26) -- It has been a while since I've had any custom treated, but it was very reasonable. Th ...
Re: Omnitech Pal A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/26) -- Sounds like bearings. A common easy to deal with problem. Look at the parts manual or the bearings ...
Re: Measuring a shops capacity for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- Mel, The philosophy, principles, practices and methods of Lean are certainly us ...
Re: nested base vs beam saw A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/26) -- I ran the #'s for the space currently used by the ptp & saw VS a new self load router. 784' sav ...
Re: how much spring in a spring joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/26) -- 1/16" over 10' isn't going to harm anything. The wider the board the lon ...
Re: Measuring a shops capacity for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- Mel, Only seven or eight wood working shops bought our scheduling software. A l ...
Re: The T and M curse. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- I said "it would appear that you always give yourself a bigger cushion tha ...
how much spring in a spring joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/26) -- understanding that spring joints can be a good thing (especially, when we sim ...
Re: nested base vs beam saw A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/26) -- Larry the labor savings can be more a little. I would bet its greater than your space and materials ...
CD bansawmill and Stanner A message posted at sawdry (12/31) -- good day Please how can I estimate the energy consumption from planing a log of timber with a Cd bansawmill a s ...
Re: Choosing water stones A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (5/26) -- Thanks Rich C. I just want to make sure I can get my tools as sharp as possible. I don ...
Re: Wide belt contact drum recover A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/26) -- Make sure who ever does it can spin balance it for you. On combi head machines 75 ...
Re: Interesting article about disruptive economies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/26) -- Paul, yes, you can go ahead and post an announcement when the book is available ...
S2M Center within Alphacam A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/26) -- I am trying to import S2M tool setting to alphacam . Is anybody have clue how i can import all sett ...
Re: twist profile balusters A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/26/24) -- Hello, I'm the custom baluster guy at Ideal Stair Parts. Give us a call at ...
Biesse Service in Iowa A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/26/24) -- Does anyone have a Biesse Technician they can recommend near Iowa or in the Midwest? It is for a ...
Re: Spraying latex with CAT pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- I wasnt really referring to a solvent pigment match. If he is running any name brand paint yo ...
Re: estimate A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- How did you get the jobs without knowing what to charge? No one can tell you what to charge; ...
Re: What is throat seal oil? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- Leo rebuild that thing, I was just the same, waited till the thing finally "puked" ...
Re: What is throat seal oil? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- Pump works good. Motor works good too. I can have it cycle thinner with zero pressure on the ...
Re: edgebanding trimmer recommendations A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (4/26) -- A palm sander held at an approximately 30 degree angle pressing against ...
Re: Easily removable label for melamine/formica? A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/26) -- The adhesive used for all of those tapes are heat activated. Use a hair dryer (not a heat gun ...
Re: Refinishing End Table A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- He does show a gas can in the photo, maybe it was soaked and set on fire! ...
Re: Spray booth calculations A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (4/26) -- Venturi, Two good sources with technical support for spray booth ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- cabmaker, A few things: 1) responses like that will guarantuee another four yea ...
Raimen saw programming? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/26) -- Hello all! I'm wondering if anyone can tell me if there is any way to create a sep ...
Re: Cutting straight and close A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/26) -- The sheets of veneer are placed between two sheets of 1/4" MDF that are at least as ...
Re: HSD replacement shafts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/26) -- Thanks guys, I reached out to a local woodworking shop that has had cnc's for years and they were h ...
Re: 20% tariff on Canadian Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- Christ, it's getting to the point I can just ignore any new posts about busines ...
Re: Follow up and thoughts on the gender issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- Great post Richard. My daughter is a strong person and stands up for what she t ...
Re: Follow up and thoughts on the gender issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- Thanks guys--this is the stuff I want to get at. Even if it gets me all sorts o ...
Re: Follow up and thoughts on the gender issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- I've seen my own mind crumble lately. This link is relevant. I also hit all the ...
Re: closet software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/26) -- Hi Richard, I'm Dan, we have a closet design application that could help you. Let me know if intere ...
Re: Best way to lean aspan program A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/26) -- There aren't any books. Best you can do is help files or take a training class from your reseller. ...
Re: Beaded face frame drawer opening hgt A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/26) -- I use 1 1/2 rails and 5 1/8 drawer front. no trouble finding trash can p/o's ...
Re: Starting a new company, what's most important? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- Blake, I'm starting to have some doubts about this line of discussion, or maybe ...
Re: Pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- that is a tough one, so hard to "predict" how long a job will take do ...
Best way to label parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/26) -- What is the best way, when producing cultists for cabinet doors, to identify th ...
Re: dark brown finish on cherry A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/26) -- Joe, "direct dye" is VERY dangerous and not many people can do it successfully. You ...
Re: Thermally Modified Wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/26/25) -- I used to use thermal poplar all the time for outside cabinet parts. Had g ...
Re: Digital Footage Counter A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/26/24) -- I can think of several places that could be used. Hope you buy, be interested i ...
Fold-away desks for home-workers urgently required A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- To support the international army of home-workers propping up the global infrastructure a ...
Re: Shop floor productivity issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- Bash, Lot of things I see in your post, but some things to consider: What are y ...
Re: Cutting sheets for other shops A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/26) -- We have never done this but I would only do it if you have the extra time for you to draw on the co ...
Still sawing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- Hello, I am the crazy guy who was bandsawing letters and delivering them. I pro ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- Getting back to the question at hand....I'm not sure how effective a strength t ...
tambour doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- I need to build two cabinets that have vertical tambour doors. The opening is 36" wi ...
Re: deep mortise bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/26) -- We cut mortises that deep regularly. For 1/2" and wider we use a 1/2" 60-909 3 flute hogg ...
Re: Still sawing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- Are you sure you know your costs? Does the retailer want the hand crafted look? ...
Re: CNC Router bits failing - new material A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/26) -- how deep are you cutting, if your cutting deeper than 3/8 your going to fast and if your going that ...
Re: Still sawing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- I would consider the use of a CNC, even a small table top would get you off the ...
Re: 180° Curved Staircase A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/26) -- Thanks for the responses. @Harry: Do you make the solid wood yourself or buy ...
Re: 180° Curved Staircase A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/26) -- Fixing the outside stringer to the wall is a great way to shorten the span in ...
Re: 180° Curved Staircase A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/26) -- They are bouncy because at least 50% of the wood fiber is doing nothing but t ...
Re: New Trends A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- We have been doing frameless for 36 years from the days of "true 32". ...
Re: Finishing water based finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/26) -- echo what's been said about kem aqua sag resistance, it's not great. if you can spray flat, d ...
Re: Powermatic saw not reverse threaded A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- No, I get the fact that reversing the current flow changes the motor spin. I remember lea ...
Re: garage shop guy... am I hated? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/26) -- Sea, High end is a joke because the only one's that know what high end is a ver ...
refinishing cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/26) -- I recently worked on a set of cabinets where I had to take out a couple of existing cabinets ...
Re: Powermatic saw not reverse threaded A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- Pat, I have to agree with Jimmy on what you are describing here, with reversing the rotat ...
Re: refinishing cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/26) -- I got reading in the knowledge base on this form and answered my own question. But you still ...
Re: Pull out spacers. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- I strongly agree dub , the majority of the bases in my kitchens are drawers . Another mai ...
Re: refinishing cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/26) -- You can also try adding a few drops of a product called "Smoothie", or others like ...
Re: Powermatic saw not reverse threaded A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- How can reversing the rotation of the motor to reverse the rotation of the arbor not caus ...
planer sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- i'm looking for planer sander owners/users. we do a lot of solid wood glue ups and still ...
Re: WideBelt Sander problem.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/26) -- The drum and conveyor are both wear prone . No matter how good your operator the p ...
Re: Uneven widebelt sanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- The brand and configuration would help. Usually this is caused by over pressure but I nee ...
folding closet doors-wood selection A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/26) -- I have a customer who's requested some folding closet doors, 3" wide frames, flat pa ...
Re: Green/Local Building A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (3/26) -- Just was talking to what I considered a chainsaw carver in northwest Oregon ...
Re: bits and sizes A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26/24) -- V Carve is a good program. I have Aspire which is just the higher level of the software that als ...
Re: Matching panels with hardwood A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26/24) -- You can get a custom pressing done of sheets. The minimum in my area is six sheets. I ...
Library Ladder A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/26/23) -- Hoping to get a file I can add to KCD Software for a rolling library ladder. Any help is appreci ...
Re: Making large paint grade doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26/22) -- Adam B - Why are you forcing your opinion on readers when it is just your opinion? The ...
Re: Intro to Marketing Cabinet Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26/22) -- Hey Brent, I am not a cabinet maker but someone who has been involved in the ...
Re: Edge Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/26/22) -- Hi Chris, We use a older model Lasam edge sander with split fence. This brand i ...
Re: Hinge and Door Help for Frameless Cabinet A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26/22) -- Were you going to get in a little trouble if not using a spacer on the left and right ...
Re: Intro to Marketing Cabinet Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26/22) -- Social media is the way to go for the new generation. They pick up their pho ...
Re: Mileage tracking software A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26) -- I have used Mile IQ. since they started. They are owned by Microsoft now. downl ...
Re: Hinges you can smile about! A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- We've used Brusso before and they are great, but i dont believe they make any ...
Re: Maintaining MC After Kiln Drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/26) -- If the package wrap is on all sides and does not have any significant holes or leaks, ...
Re: Removing sharpie from raw veneer panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- There are some furniture touch up guys that can work some magic and hand draw ...
Re: Loading and Unloading CNC Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- we sell cnc in Israel we produce it in china but all control system from us(we use mach 4 )and we d ...
Re: hvlp tilting A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/26) -- nope.... for those larger surfaces if your having a hard time getting it sprayed while everyt ...
Re: CabinetPro A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- I have been using their CNC edition for approximately 2 years. For us it was our first CNC capable ...
Re: Porter Cable 310 Trim Router A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/26) -- They are awesome routers. I looked at that site and yes they are $12.34 but they are not av ...
Re: Cabinetmaking A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26) -- If we buy them its maple with 3/8" mdf panels. If we make them its probably poplar w ...
Re: Dealing with runs.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/26) -- Well, obviously the air pressure, the material viscosity, and orifice size are what determine ...
Re: insulated carriage doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- I do not advise thinking in terms of a “decorated” face. Wood doors are like ...
Re: Stave core vs. 10/4 A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- One more thing about solid doors vs most other methods. The door craft for ab ...
Re: picture to dxf A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- That would surely work. We use a digitizing probe to do the same thing. It takes a while but we can ...
Re: insulated carriage doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- Yes, it is new construction and I can build whatever is needed. I wonder if i ...
Re: insulated carriage doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/26) -- Kerry, Just wondering if this is new construction, why not make the doors 2 1 ...
Re: Business Outlook & Plan A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26) -- FamilyMan, I wouldn't worry about the sky falling down (unless of course Trump ...
Re: Business Outlook & Plan A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26) -- FamilyMan, I was hoping you would elaborate a bit on your contention that Obama ...
Re: Business Outlook & Plan A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26) -- Pat, I think it was you who in the last post said that data can be said to mean ...
Re: Festool Domino 500 or 700 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26) -- The 500 is a great tool for material 8/4 and smaller. This is great for sheet goods. The ...
Re: Bar leaner A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/26) -- I have been waiting for someone to respond so I could learn what a "bar leaner&qu ...
Re: rework A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/26) -- Group incentives are a can of worms, a disincentive for the good workers and ha ...
Re: Best angle for grinding moulder knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/26) -- Dok, for the most thorough answer, you should look in the knowledge base. Just typ ...
Carborundum Premier Red sandpaper A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26) -- Anyone using this product. I ran out of stock i have had for years. I used to get it from ...
reversing switch A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/26) -- Does anyone know I can hook up the reversing switch between the motor and speed contr ...
Re: Tool for 1/8 grove A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- You will have better luck if the cut length is only 0.5" as well. There will be less deflectio ...
Re: cnc Services pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- i added photos to make my point i am willing to make mdf and lamaika designs (3d designs and 2d des ...
Re: cnc Services pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/26) -- Yes it can do it. Can you get the money you need for it? In my experience, the fun cool stuff doesn ...
Cleaning Solvents and Waterlox A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/26) -- I am having problems with my topcoat of waterlox satin. I am spraying with my kremlin AAA. I ...
Re: General 340 drill press chuck removal A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/26) -- Gary, no answer yet. I've put that project off for now, but would like to remove t ...
Gluing endgrain heartpine over plywood A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/26) -- I could use any help that I can get. I am putting down a floor of 3.5x5.5 endgrain heartpin ...
Re: Dust collector on off switches A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (2/26) -- If you use a contactor to start your motor your can install a dai ...
Re: ice box hinges and latches A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26/25) -- You can call the antique reproduction suppliers mentioned and see if they will do a bu ...
Re: Exterior Door weather strip A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/26/24) -- A notable exception, the weatherstrip. My apologies! We typically use xcom ...
Hanging brackets for wall cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26/24) -- I am planning to start hanging wall cabinets using a rail on the wall and hanging brac ...
Re: Fusion 360 post for Masterwood Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/26/23) -- Hi, i developed it some time ago. If anybody will interested, you can check output there ...
Table base design A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/26/22) -- Hi I have an interior designer who would like me to build the table in the renderin ...
Re: 4 head moulder problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/26/22) -- There could be a few issues creating what you are experiencing. Try checking th ...
Re: Table Top and Skirt Shrinkage A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/26) -- Of course it's going to expand in the spring, that's what wood does. Shrinks in low h ...
Re: 5 Piece Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- Chris, It’s a very smart idea if you are doing paint grade doors with mdf panels. I can i ...
Inset blind corner 94* soft close Salice A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- I thought I used these hinges last year, I’m now hearing they only come in 110 degree. I ...
Re: Shaker Door Materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- Thank you, Peter, for correcting my error on hundredths/thousandths. You have it right. T ...
Re: SS countertop software / Andi Stratos A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/26) -- We run cabinetvision on two separate cnc’s We run casework on either router, pb square edge tops an ...
Re: Shop Pricing Strategies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- You want to charge the highest price the customer is willing to pay. That has n ...
Re: Shop Pricing Strategies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- Always amazing that you can have 10 or 100's of thousands of dollars worth of e ...
Re: Software question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/26) -- Basically the way it works, Select the cabinets you want to export in KCD, it will then spit out al ...
Finding people? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- What have people been using to find labor? I find myself in a pickle having abo ...
Re: Finding people? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- That's kinda how this works. The guy will be employed by the agency and the age ...
Re: White Glove Shipping Companies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- I've used Plycon for this type of shipping a number of times and they've been g ...
Re: Software question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/26) -- Try Autodesk Fusion 360. It has a generous trial time. It's almost free. You can model any case you ...
Unloader for a cnc router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/26) -- Hello alll hope your doing great I am close to closing a deal for a cnc flat table Knowing that its ...
Re: best resaw blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/26) -- I got a note from Connecticut Tool and Saw saying they can sharpen Lennox car ...
Re: Primer colour. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- Clawlock is available in black and I believe it can be tinted also. ...
Guillotine cutting problems 3mm PVC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- Hey guys! We have two banders Biesse and Giben. Biesse we have had for awhile and it some ...
Re: water borne finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- I spoke with the tech at Mohawk yesterday and he explained that the water borne finishes aren ...
Re: Squaring up Solid Lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/26) -- For large quantities you need a Moulder machine, do all the faces in one pass, when yo ...
Re: Best Shapers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- Martin, Panhans, and SCMI are the only three that offer what you list. Martin is probably ...
Prefinish Panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- What i have been doing so far is sanding the edge of the frame so the finish can get under it ...
Re: Dowel Set-up A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- Bill, I can understand that. If you allow more than one user of a machine, you have to ha ...
Re: Strategy for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/26) -- Good points. I've been in business for 2 plus years and have an "evolving ...
Photo design question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/26) -- I'm not the most knowledgeable guy on computer programs. Hope one of you can steer me in the right ...
Re: Painted countertop substrate A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/26) -- You mighty also try MDO plywood. It's stronger and more durable than MDF. You can also ed ...
Re: new old stock chestnut A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/26) -- In my experience the problem with private sales of Chestnut is the seller's usually t ...
Re: Binks rapitor AA1500 about 13 yrs old A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- High pressure spraying with solvent is one way to clean things up. Another is to use an ultra ...
Re: Binks rapitor AA1500 about 13 yrs old A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- be sure to check your upper and lower ball check, using a two part the ball can get stuck and ...
Collet nuts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/26) -- Good evening All I need some LH tooling for some work that I need to do. There is some information ...
Re: Binks rapitor AA1500 about 13 yrs old A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/26) -- I keep it soaking in thinner and i use the really fine micro needles to clean it from kremlin ...
Re: Proper adhesive for curved ply panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (1/26) -- Thanks for the response Walter. The material is most likely called bending mahogany and consi ...
Re: Proper adhesive for curved ply panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (1/26) -- The powdered resin glue is supposed to be more rigid over time than any PVA and therefore hol ...
Re: Torit dust collector plugging up A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (12/25/22) -- At my old shop I did something similar with a small blower be ...
Re: Improving CV with heat?? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- Baking a finish is usually done to speed up the cure time of the finish so that you can sand ...
Re: laminating to mdf board A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (12/25) -- I think laminating the substrate entirely, and ripping them down from t ...
Re: stripping catylised laquer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- After slappin the hood stripper on, place a sheet of plastic over the piece for a while. You ...
Re: Removing paste wax (over tung oil) A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- Confused if you really used tung oil, or some kind of finish called tung oil but is really a ...
Removing paste wax (over tung oil) A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- I applied 4 coats of tung oil (the stuff thinned with mineral spirits, not 100% pure) to a s ...
Re: Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- It may help a bunch to offer this individual an opportunity to wonder around a bit in the sh ...
Re: Lighting for a Wood Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/25) -- I agree with Shane, high bay LED is the way to go. Not sure who your energy supplier is but ...
Re: L200M problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/25) -- There is no way that the wet bulb can be hotter than the dry bulb, no matter what th ...
Re: 8/4 red oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/25) -- You will find that 8/4 oak can check and honeycomb on the air yard even in the winte ...
Re: 6 hour Work Day....Is it Possible in the US? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/25) -- alternate option -- pay by the project and workdays could shrink down to 3-4 h ...
Re: Spindle clamp down sensor alarm A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/25) -- I have an omnitech spectra. I had the same thing happen about a month ago. It turned out the machi ...
Re: Spindle clamp down sensor alarm A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/25) -- Dave, Do you know or can you look up the code (perhaps an "m" code) for the unclamp acti ...
Re: Stroke Sander: Good for finish sanding? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/25) -- Since you're interested, there are some points worth mentioning. Many stroke sand ...
Biesse service technician A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/25/23) -- Does anyone have a Biesse technician they can recommend near the Dallas Texas area I ...
Re: When will it end.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/25/22) -- That company is located in Canada, they are one of the best known compani ...
Re: cnc vaccum A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25/22) -- If a sheet has a bow to it and it bows away from the table on the edges then chances are it wil ...
Re: cnc vaccum A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25/22) -- 2 10 HP regen blowers on a 5X10 is not "tons of vacuum". Regens only pull 7" to ...
Re: AAA system to solve problems? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/25/22) -- I agree with what the other folks said, an AAA is a great system , especially tor transfe ...
Re: Thick moldings A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/25/22) -- Depends entirely how much of the blank you are hogging out. If it's a lot bein ...
Re: Start over with your dream shop/business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- Im uber late to this but the fab numbers on the solid surface seem real but th ...
Re: Trouble Importing DXF's to Mozaik A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/25) -- I have struggled with this as well. For one the editor in mozaik is kinda confusing so you think O ...
Re: mdf interior door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/25) -- Agreed Rich but shops by the boat load are running gobs of deeply machined s ...
Re: Modern smooth face on exterior doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/25) -- 'EggCrates' are good for those monstrous doors. The egg crate is made from a ...
Re: Vacuum Lift information for 5X12 CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- Our Schmaltz lift system in on a Gorbel track not a boom. It covers a very large area. Something l ...
Re: Laser Wood Business Cards A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- Derrick In my opinion I would focus more on what you can actually make with th ...
Re: Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/25) -- over the years (40+) I've worked with 100's of employees (either working for me or working f ...
Re: CABINET INSTALLER PRICING A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (11/25) -- Cabmaker, as was my response both polite and direct... don't know ho ...
Re: Shop drawings being used as design documents A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- Ideally the architect should issue addendums or SK's. CO every change before t ...
Re: Does Lean work on a construction site? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- And I'm the one who gets accused of telling stories on the other thread... I h ...
Re: Does Lean work on a construction site? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- Put another way: It's about mitigation. The reason General Contractors never c ...
Re: Appliance installation callbacks policy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/25) -- Good waste of effort and pack out material. I've fought and lost this battle f ...
Re: Tineo veneer match A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/25) -- Ron, In my view & opinion, none would quite match the unique beauty of this veneer ! About ...
Re: If..else.. inside IMOS12.0 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/25) -- I haven't seen it done with an if..and..else.. type of statement but if we're referring to somethi ...
ml campbell ww vinyl sealer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/25) -- Scratching my head. ...why does ML campbell say only 1coat at 2-4 mils wet....when I can sti ...
Small parts moving A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- We are new to nesting and are having some problems with small parts moving while being cut through ...
Re: Sketchup to Xilog Maestro A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- Thanks for that info Rob. I sent SCM NA an inquiry via the "contact us" form on the webs ...
Biesse Rover 24 or 23FT and Vcarve Pro A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- Wondering if anybody is using Vcarve Pro on a biesse rover 24 or23ft successfully and if so which ...
Re: Sketchup to Xilog Maestro A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- hi binyamin i think you chose wrong machine as i understand yours machine is only unload and in th ...
Re: What software to use? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/25) -- Hi! If you are looking for a software for kitchen cabinet design, you can try Online 3D kitchen Co ...
Re: LSL Lamination Failure A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/25) -- Along with the obvious moisture related problems, I can see glue line failur ...
Re: Software for Corbels & Legs A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- Adam, I mostly use Aspire, but I do use a few for special items. I can do a 3 sided corbel on the ...
Re: Cutting aluminum A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/25) -- Norman, If you can hook up air to blow on the tool or have a cool gun, that would be a big help al ...
Re: recaning hand woven chair seat A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/25) -- On hand cane where the holes are drilled around the edge of the cane the first thing ...
Re: If you were to do it all over again? A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (11/25) -- Jalvis - One thing you said caught my eye. You mention the low prices of your competition, ...
Re: Blum to Progressa A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25/25) -- Keith I have used both systems extensively and yes- the rear hole placement is the sa ...
Re: Good used lathes A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/25/23) -- Laguna revo 18-36 would be a good choice. Rock solid, high low speed rang ...
Re: 5 piece cabinet door screw up A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25/22) -- It's the cost of doing business. Some times, things go wrong. Some times, it's really ...
Re: Sliding panel Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25/22) -- 80k for a sliding saw, wow, that is simply an absolute rip off, what can go into a sl ...
Re: Schelling Panel Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25/22) -- Did you check if that back up battery is good? You can buy all kinds of Chinese power supplies ...
Re: Edge sanding belts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25/22) -- They can cut and make just about any size you might need. https://www.zldiamondtoools ...
Re: alternative filler to Bondo A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25/21) -- White 2-pak filler is usually a knife-grade polyester. The hardner is benzoyl peroxide. T ...
Re: 4 head moulder A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/25/21) -- This also looks like a Weinig Quattromat. A basic S4S molder that could do T&a ...
Re: Engineer - drafter A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25/21) -- 1) Every rule has its exceptions, but know this: the rule is you can't hire ...
Dark Gary spot using Watco Danish oil A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25/21) -- Need some advice. Send it down this countertop 80, 120, 150, 180, to 240. Applying danish ...
Stain & Color matches San Francisco Bay area A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25/21) -- It looks like our guy, Cascade coatings, who does all our custom mixes has closed his bus ...
Re: Biesse CIX code A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25) -- Thanks Marek It has been a pretty rough week but I am finally making progress. Once finding out fe ...
Varathane oil-based semi-gloss polyurethane A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- Just wanted to share my experience with this finish and get any advice you might offer. I ha ...
Re: Two-tone wood stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- It is not sand-thru, It is done with shader/toner. It is done with spraying. Some samples wi ...
Re: Contour Edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25) -- Morning Stuwart You could look into one of these, they are a hand held unit but the sell ...
Re: Contour Edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25) -- If I were looking for a super down and dirty way to trim contours I would build a profil ...
Re: High Build Piano Style Finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- Dan and Bob, You will both be happy to know that my new Pianolac formulation takes care of t ...
Re: Gluing up radius jambs A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/25) -- Adam Cauls are either sapele or poplar. We use I-beam clamps. The form templ ...
Re: 5x10 Nested base routers for 40K-60K range A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25) -- if you want ,we can be close yours target included all software package (polyboard +knest) 16 tool ...
Re: New to this A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- Thanks Shane! Although at 47 I don't feel so young... In fact, just yesterday i did a fool t ...
Re: Hiring New Shop Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25) -- Bill, The OP asked where to look for employees. I told him that I had great su ...
Best CAD /CAM for solid stock woodwork mfg A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/25) -- What are recommendations for integrated CAD/CAM for doing solid wood machining on a CNC for manufa ...
Re: Measure New Job A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25) -- To measure I need to know I have the job, so it's already sold. I bring a tabl ...
Measure New Job A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25) -- What do you take with you when you go to meet a new customer and measure a new ...
looking to achieve that NC look on walnut using WB A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- I'm finally going wb but need to match the doors that look like what my Duravar(or nc) looks ...
Re: federated insurance/like kind and quality A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25) -- So in late Nov 2011 I cut Federated s check for 5k fior our insurance down pay ...
Re: True divided Muntin bars in CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25) -- I do not use CNC, but for the last 20 years, I have attended Atlanta shows and others with my sing ...
Re: Air curtain? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- Its just a Low Volume Low Pressure gun which has good transfer efficiency. Very minimal over ...
Re: Which turbine air gun to look at? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/25) -- Oh yes, I figured as much, but good tools will cost a bit more. I'd like to keep it in the $ ...
Re: True divided Muntin bars in CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25) -- Art for Everyday is doing interesting things on CNC equipment in divided light looks. It can be do ...
Biesemeyer Blade Guard Hood Replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/25) -- I have a Biesemeyer T-Square Blade Guard System. Does anyone know where I can get a repl ...
Re: Lead in to material A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/25) -- Thanks for the responses I ended up figuring it out an alternative way. For people who enter on th ...
Re: Russian vs. American White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/25) -- There are over 600 species of oak. The properties vary greatly. The common name is o ...
Re: How long do you keep customer files? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/25) -- Once the job is out the door it goes in the circular file as soon as I clean m ...
Re: Top Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/25) -- This post is pretty enlightening....before I get into the TopSolid aspects, I'll not that sometime ...
Re: Microvellum Users--I need your input A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/25) -- mvuser2, Trust me, I feel your pain. I've been through alot of heartache with MV. But, from what I ...
Re: Automataic dim setup A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/25) -- I think those are just Unicode or ASCII codes to modify the dimension text output. I have no idea ...
Re: Window Trim pricing (complete) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/25) -- Thanks for your help. To install that window takes me about an hour. ...
Re: Window Trim pricing (complete) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/25) -- I'm not following your pricing method at all, but it's still too low ...
Re: Busellato error code A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/25/24) -- Hello, I am working with a busellato jet 3006 model 5023 We have been having issues with the rou ...
Re: Cleaning paint room stainless steel table A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/25/23) -- Use a heavy duty paint stripper, for either, automotive or aeronautics, use, dam the edges ...
Re: Figuring out trim per LF A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/25/21) -- Tony basically covered it all. 25+ ground up GC and now full time shop and w ...
Re: 25" vs 37" Wide Belt Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25/21) -- Brent. we have a small shop also. We purchased a 37 inch widebelt and then built a rol ...
Re: shelf span A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25/21) -- You can also use honeycomb door core and skin it. Think of the strength of an interior ...
Re: Frameless boxes per day A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- Good points for sure. And granted it doesn’t really matter how many boxes are made as it’ ...
Re: up and down play on undermount slides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- There is no doubt that when your running super tight tolerance, full inset, cabs you will ...
veneer problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- it has been a couple years since i last veneered but i'm having problems getting corners ...
Re: Murphy bed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- We make about 6 Murphy beds a year and use the CAB hardware for the main reason that I ca ...
Holzher edgebanding cuttters A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- I have a 2008 Holzher 1308 edgebander that I purchased used. The top cutter would not pro ...
Re: Vacuum pump overload(Omnitech) A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/25) -- Check your wiring to the pumps. I am guessing you have one set of wires from the panel feeding them ...
Re: Cabriole type furniture legs A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/25) -- Hi I know this is slightly off the subject but I’m just looking into purchasing a style cnc stl 151 ...
Re: Removing Blue Tape Residue A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/25) -- Thanks for the replies! We sprayed a sample piece two days ago with the same finish schedule ...
Re: Finishing bar top live edge with epoxy A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/25) -- You got this all wrong. First what brand epoxy are you going to use? I would recommend West 1 ...
Re: Tooling care A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- Hi Gary, Yes, you can put the tool right in the ultrasonic cleaner. We've found it's the ...
Re: Lacquer Thinner A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/25) -- You can buy high quality solvents from sherwin williams in 5 gallon cans. ...
Re: Balanced tooling in insert planer heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/25) -- .5mm 1/64"+ That is barely a cut. We would typically take 1/16"(1.6mm). ...
Re: CNC routing services near Woodland Hills CA A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/25) -- Hello - we offer CNC services in Oxnard, CA and can deliver to Woodland Hills if neede ...
Re: Panel cutter A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/25) -- Just remembered a company called Nordic Saw and Tool...a LOT of profiles. Che ...
Re: wide belt sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (9/25) -- Maybe...Depends how much money you want to spend on modifications. Yes you can change the r ...
Re: aem sander safetys A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (9/25) -- What brand of machine is it? Most likely there will be some kind of limit switch that comes ...
Re: flip up door hdw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/25) -- The parallel Lift from Salice is easy to install and is offered in a kit form complete wi ...
Which mill? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/25) -- Looking to buy a mill and have about $5000. I can get a used Wood Mizer LT15l, a new ...
Re: RE: Wide Belt Sandpaper A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/25) -- I would add that if you are new to using a wide belt you can find some excellent i ...
Re: breaking bandmill blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/25) -- Thanks for responding, Steve and Dr. Wengert. I'm going to study my mill tomorrow and ...
Re: Straight lining on gang rip saw? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/25) -- JR, I have a Mereen Johnson Selecta Rip w/ 2 moving blades and it will do exactly ...
Re: Titebond 1 vs 2 vs 3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (9/25) -- Its been made obsolete. I never found it to be great for exterior use. It could probably be u ...
Re: Balanced laminate? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/25) -- Balance is what matters. Balance is when both sides of the panel center plane are the ...
Re: conference table questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/25) -- Robert, I would think there is a big difference, have you ever heard of wood on wood de-laminati ...
Re: Closing up shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/25/25) -- i would make a list and include pictures of ur equipment to either sell indepently or turn ...
Re: Question on Bug kill drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/25/24) -- RichC, I took your advice and purchased a thermocouple and some 13'cables so I can ...
Re: Rising prices A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25/22) -- This topic has come up several times here. In my honest opinion, being a sma ...
Re: Rising prices A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25/22) -- My response really had nothing to do with quoting. Several of my vendors are ...
Rising prices A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25/22) -- I have read a few posts over the last few months relating to escalating mate ...
Re: Rising prices A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25/22) -- When I started out, I broke out my quotes based on labor and materials. UNTI ...
Modular table A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/25/21) -- I have a client who is asking me to build a 12 foot table, single board to ...
Re: Egg & Dart molding source A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/25) -- Wayne Adelkopf: I have used this company a few times and have been pleased. You can get a ...
Re: Egg & Dart molding source A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/25) -- https://www.weberding.com/ Webderding can help. This is a good part of what they do. ...
Re: salary for manager/installer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- agree with rich - let him name his price. he might understand the discount a lo ...
Re: Small/Open End Wide Belt Sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/25) -- I bought a very low hour Bridgewood 16" open end with platen / oscillation and have ...
Re: Salice hinge question for Dennis Bean A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/25) -- I found it in Grass and ordered from Baer. Its not a popular hinge because you can almost ...
Re: salary for manager/installer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- Not sure you can afford to pay enough to bring someone in. To answer your quest ...
Re: salary for manager/installer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- Great employees are hard to come by. If he is really that good, pay him all you ...
Difficult handle detail A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/25) -- We are just about to start a new job in which the architect has asked us to do the door h ...
Re: Workers Comp A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- David, A lot of states allow a company to self insure the first x dollars which ...
Re: Small tool dust collection. A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (8/25) -- If you havent run some test already you might try it first. In ou ...
Re: Lacqure finish cracking over paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/25) -- If you are seeing the crack when the last coat isn't even dry then it's because the previous ...
Re: Porter Cable Dovetail Omni Jig A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/25) -- You can make the drawer dimension anything you want if you don't mind a little imbalan ...
Re: Metal Frame Door Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/25) -- I've once installed a door hardware by http://www.dooronthego.ca/door-repair/ ...
Re: Making Wine rack cabinet in Cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/25) -- If you have e-support, Jonah has a notching UCS that will work with the diagonal parts. Actually he ...
Re: How do you work with an open face booth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/25) -- To clarify. The open booth is a commercially purchased booth with back(filter walls), side wa ...
Re: Printed Material for Marketing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- In my opinion part of the reason a physical brochure works is that it is physic ...
Booking production hours. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/25) -- Several project managers. House ERP. Projects ran, data collected. Yet no forma ...
Re: Clearance to tip a unit in place A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (8/25) -- If the sides are hidden by a wall or even just baseboard you can cut ...
Re: Steel table legs with timber feet A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/25) -- Bore through the logs. Weld a foot plate on the bottom of the legs. Rout out the botto ...
Re: Stainless steel laminated to baltic birch A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (8/25) -- Have you considered metal laminate? I did a soda shop a couple of years ...
Re: Orma Press Settings for MDF doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (8/25) -- Good Day Namsey, I would be happy to help you out. But it also depends h ...
Re: surface protection A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25/22) -- Without knowing the brand or type of nitro finish your using, It's a guessing game at best ...
Re: surface protection A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25/22) -- Hmmm... I can see where using some kind of barrier on a "cured" surface might wo ...
Re: Bsolid Programming A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/25) -- Kalvin, I had to write a similar program when we started making doors. 1. Double click on the Piece ...
Re: Planer bed coating A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/25) -- I'd say paste wax myself, but it won't last a long time on a planer bed unless you have y ...
Planer bed coating A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/25) -- Anybody come up with a "slick" solution for planer bed rather than $20 for a ca ...
Machining small parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/25) -- Gentlemen, I've got a very interesting job that's being presented to me and I ...
Re: problem with 2k AAA pump, time to replace? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25) -- So far I’ve spent no money on my promix.The only issues have been my fault by not cleaning it ...
Re: Best Adhesive for End Grain Butcher Block A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (7/25) -- Wilsonart makes a PVA that has a very rigid glue line. When it dries it sands like wood. Not ...
Re: Standardization of Lumber Sizes A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/25) -- All graded softwood lumber will be the same actual size, if it has the same nominal s ...
Re: Cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/25) -- Panels that have operations (hinge cup holes being cut) will automatically run face down. If you ca ...
Re: contact adhesive A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/25) -- one 14.7 oz can of Wilsonart 740 will cover about 14 bonded SQU FT one 30lb canister of W ...
Re: Rate your Nested Based CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/25) -- Brand / Model: ShopSabre 408PRO 10HPHSD Year: 2016 Table Size: 60x100 Vacuum: F4 Price (if you're w ...
Re: Rate your Nested Based CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/25) -- Since I'm the one asking, I'll go first. Brand / Model: Busellato Easy Jet Year: 2014 Table Size: 5 ...
Re: Wood Topped Sink Cabinet A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (7/25) -- Good advice above. Yes this can be done. My own bathroom vanity is a wood top. It's ac ...
Re: Which Air Compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/25) -- More food for thought regarding air supply and venting to a compressor, especia ...
Re: Anybody seen/tried this? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25) -- talk to your local Sherwin product finishes division about the Aurora system. The system come ...
Re: Becker SV 5.1050/1-01 Vacuum Blower A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/25) -- I did a quick search and it appears the max vacuum they can produce is 4.8". If that is true t ...
new VPS creating issues with edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/25) -- I just purchased a newer model 1255 Holz-her vertical panel saw and am having issues with ...
Re: Custom Dog Gate Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/25) -- So, hinges? I'm thinking double acting spring hinges, maybe? I've used the big Bommer hin ...
bit life A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/25) -- We are running 3/4" thick laidup panels with white liner on the back, 11/16" pb substrate ...
Re: Waterborne finish and hickory A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25) -- John, I understand the advantages of using Sealcoat to prevent grain raising, but if you want ...
Re: GF EnduroVar A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/25) -- The one thing to watch with endurovar is you cannot use it to clear over their pigmented poly ...
Re: cutting laminate flooring A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/25) -- Rich, what are your misgivings on using an abrasive blade for laminate flooring. Safe ...
Re: Entering the entry door Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/25) -- Just like your cabinet materials, you need to buy wholesale - including your ...
Re: Manufacturing in 10 years. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (7/25) -- I still want my flying car.... Forget 10 years, how about the next tw ...
Re: Sawstop bearings running hot? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25/25) -- Bearings can be odd. I once purchased a large American made gang ripsaw with a 50 hp d ...
Re: Power Feeder Gearbox Oil A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25/24) -- There's a saying, "The right oil is better then the wrong oil but the wrong oil i ...
Re: CNC Purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/25/23) -- Couple of things. CNC is a long term purchase and will last 5-10 years if you buy right. Don’t b ...
Re: Feed Direction when cutting laminate A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/25/23) -- Depending on compression bit, the upshear portion is 3/16 to 3/8” in length and if your depth of ...
Re: cab vision 5 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/25/23) -- I can help. but i never worked with CV version 5. ...
Re: Design corner cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- The guys have given you some excellent advice, I like to make my corner cabinets a little ...
Re: Dynapro / Blum - Maximum drawer width A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- Greetings Jack, The Salice "Shelf" drawer slide is designed for exactly what yo ...
Cherry / Maple Project A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/25) -- Over the years I've done an occasional piece of furniture or cabinet using co ...
Re: automatic edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- I've run banders a long time and don't know what a "semi-automatic" bander is. ...
Re: Certifications A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/25) -- FSC certification can come into play in high-end commercial, but you have to ev ...
Re: Touch up A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/25) -- I had my painter re shoot it. He said in that situation use a aerosol can of clear flat simil ...
Re: Old Delta shapers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- Probably the strain has more to do with the cutters and work you try to do with it. Power ...
Re: tools from the past A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- I've got an old Walker Turner drill press. It was used at the Colt factory. You can imagi ...
Re: Repairing an exterior door gouge A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/25) -- You just might be able to steam those out...I am often amazed (and relieved) at how well that ...
Removing 5 axis spindle For repair A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/25) -- Does anyone have any ideas or know any tech in the NY area that can help me remove my 5 axis spindl ...
Re: Setting new bit in cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/25) -- I'm not 100% sure but it could be that they have the same depth or another similar setting. Vortex ...
Re: Getting shoehorned into a repetitive task A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/25) -- Listen to all the old schoolers say "suck it up"! Were all built diff ...
Re: Pocket Holes A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- About 20 years ago, I watched a carpenter install multi piece cornice with biscuits for a ...
Re: lamello zeta machine and hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/25) -- Ive been using one for 7 months now. Ive done a few closet/book case jobs. I have a large ...
Re: Everyone is an idiot, apparently? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/25) -- David, Excellent response from the perspective of the small business owner. I c ...
Re: Everyone is an idiot, apparently? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/25) -- Bernie - That is some smart thinking and follow thru for you and your shop. The ...
Re: Crown molding glue or no glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (6/25) -- Small crown (prefin or not) I use fastcap 2p10 with accelerator. For ...
Re: Vortex 7600 Dovetail bit and CV A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/25) -- Hi Kevin, I see there is a gap at the bottom the tails is ther also a gap on the top? If so does it ...
Re: blade sharpenings A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (6/25) -- I am use 300mm blade. I usually up score cut about a 1/6" deep before making the full ...
Re: Clear on copper A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/25) -- Don't want to go with the patina, they want to keep the "bright" copper color. I'm ...
Re: moulder heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/25) -- I'd guess the first question concerning the heads you have is can you get the gibs ...
Re: Sloppy Inlays A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/25) -- First measure the removable bushing with an accurate dial caliper. The wall thickness should be ...
Re: Sloppy Inlays A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/25) -- Rich - Great input, on point. I was performing another test run tonight, and I can see the impor ...
Re: How to clamp 4' x 8' sheets evenly A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (5/25/25) -- If this is a money making venture and not just a one off then you will need to invest in a ...
Re: Office Employee compensation A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/25/24) -- We are a 30 man company. We have focused on capacity for our office staff as ...
Re: Curved cabinet top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25/23) -- I think you should use two layers of 3/8" bendable ply with veneer on the exterio ...
Re: lumber warping as it is ripped A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/25/22) -- It is not normal. It is a sign of case hardened lumber - a drying defect. ...
Re: spring or winter harvested wood: differences A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25/22) -- In the warm weather, the various molds and mildew and blue stain fungi are active, ...
Re: Cope and stick reversible A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/25) -- Better glass insulators are sensitive to the narrow rabbets problem. We can u ...
Re: Dehumidifier or AC? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25) -- Never heard of using an AC. Would you blow the cold air outside? Definitely use a deh ...
Re: Mounting Wall Paneling A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (5/25) -- OTOH if you can nail though the face, that would be a different story ...
Re: Need advice Crotch Mahogany Conference table A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/25) -- Im going to crossband the individual veneers and probably use sizing to give me some extra worki ...
Re: Need advice Crotch Mahogany Conference table A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/25) -- I can recommend a very good shop in Idaho if you're considering subbing this out. Wood River Ven ...
Re: CNC-Cart A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- Shop silly photo by some shop silly Guys, But you can see the $150.00 bakers scaffolds we use where ...
Re: Pods for flat table A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- Hello jerry can u share a picture of this cups if possible Thank you tom but i like to create stuff ...
Re: CNC-Cart A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- been using these for 10 years mine are made from mdf2 for toughness you can use plywood i suppose ...
Advanced Lumber Drying Workshop A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25) -- This is a reminder that Penn State Extension will be hosting an Advanced Lumber Dryin ...
Re: Manufacturing Process details A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- Hi Lauren, Maybe I am totally out of line, but may I suggest a book? 2 second lean by Pau ...
Re: NIR Holz-Her Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- your shoes are making contact with panel edge and "rubbing" the coating off; th ...
Re: Biesseworks - Parametric arks A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- you can use this lisp file to change polyline direction (cw / ccw) in autocad. (defun c:rpoly ( / u ...
Re: Pole Barn vs. Steel Building for Woodshop A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (5/25) -- You are 2 hrs North of NYC. Pretty cold climate. Steel buildings are less expensive if buil ...
KV Standard Cutter A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- One of my past companies I worked at, we had a guillotine type cutter for cutting the KV ...
Re: Acad 2017 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/25) -- The three bars at the very bottom right are the bottom menu settings. You can display (or not) the ...
Re: too much clamping pressure - starved joints? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- All I can say is that this has happened to me before. The moisture content has to be righ ...
Re: Disposing of chemical waste A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/25) -- you can get drums from safety kleen but they are expensive. look for a supplier of drums. ...
Re: Kremlin parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/25) -- Dan, please contact me and I can put you in touch with a local Distributor. jean.murray@exel- ...
Solid wood bits A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- We've finally gotten comfortable enough with our nesting machine that we are making jigs and machin ...
Re: Solid wood bits A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- Typically, I run a 3/4" 3 flute Upshear with 30° helix. Try Vortex 1880. Three flutes give me ...
Re: Short needle pine for pier A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25) -- Not every piece will rot right away, but some will...if 1/10 or 1/20mdo, is this a fa ...
Re: Cnc Advices A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/25) -- Get a nesting machine with suction cups that fit into the nesting table. I setup a wine cellar busi ...
Re: edge of high gloss slab doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- 1 vote for routing. Breaking by hand means different things to different people. Anyone c ...
Re: Measuring a shops capacity for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/25) -- The difference between a small company and a large company is how well organize ...
Re: Paint grade doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/25) -- I am doing mostly pretty high end cabinetry for kitchens and MDF is a no-no word to many ...
The T and M curse. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/25) -- Several builders I work for that prefer I work on a time and material basis for ...
Re: Measuring a shops capacity for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/25) -- Mel, you asked, " But if one wants to get a general idea of problems to co ...
Re: Measuring a shops capacity for growth A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/25) -- Kay so say finishing is the bottleneck. You figure out you can get another shif ...
Re: Stair Treads Cupping A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (5/25) -- Sorry guys. I have been off the internet for a couple days. Thanks fo ...
Creating Slots as Parts in Cabinet Vision A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25/25) -- Hello folks, I am a newbie to cabinetvision, looking to create a part that I can drop ...
Help design a simple CNC router table A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/25/23) -- Folks, I need help and advice to come up with a simple CNC router table for one task, cutting th ...
Re: is it worth it to upgrade powermatic e16 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25/23) -- You can greatly improve a straight blade on a planer by grinding a front bevel on it. ...
Re: is it worth it to upgrade powermatic e16 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25/23) -- Save your cash and put it toward a newer planer that can offer you more capabilities. ...
Products Innovation and Technology Summit A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/25/22) -- The Forest Products Innovation and Technology Summit will focus on what technologi ...
Re: Optimizing your materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25/22) -- Like Chris said, You can get a hopper to use on your pump I got one when I got my CAT pump ...
Optimizing your materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25/22) -- I was wondering what you are doing to optimize your material use with the finishes that ha ...
Optimizing your materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25/22) -- I was wondering what you are doing to optimize your material use with the finishes that ha ...
Re: Cabinet backs and box construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- quick trim, Imagine taking a piece of 1/2" ply. Shooting it down every 4" with ...
Re: Coronavirus first hand A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/25) -- Anonymous- was Covid-19 confirmed with testing? I do know a lot of people, incl ...
Re: Spraying latex with CAT pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25) -- Why not just tell him you'd be glad to spray the work but he just has to give you the color/f ...
Re: Spraying latex with CAT pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25) -- @MarkB Thanks for your reply Of course I can have my paint tech to match the color in a solve ...
Re: Stretch wrap A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- Derrek How tight does is go? Is it adjustable? I can defiantly see it for shelves or flat ...
Re: Edgebander Temperature A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- We determine our required glue temperature in the following way. Has always worked for us ...
Re: Alphacam/Cabinet Vision/Onsrud Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/25) -- Mike, Your choices that make sense are to either find someone in your area that can show you the ro ...
Re: Onsrud Routers A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/25) -- CADCode has a MPR (WoodWop) reader. We have multiple brands of machinery, including Homag and Weeke ...
Re: Dimples/Pimples A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (4/25) -- Keep the area as clean as possible including using multiple air filtrati ...
Re: 52" Wide Double Sided Planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/25) -- 1) Sander can replace planer to "plane" but Planer cannot replace sander ...
Re: Enlarging hole for bigger led spot A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- Harold: What I do in these circumstances is to have a rabbet bearing bit in one router an ...
Re: Quickly reverse timber shrinkage? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/25) -- I agree with the other post regarding the inevitability of wood movement. To answer yo ...
Re: HSD replacement shafts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/25) -- Thanks guys, great suggestions. Unfortunately still not resolved. Maurice, yes it is just the finge ...
Re: pricing walnut cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- Since the specie can change one way is to simply estimate the board footage of solid stoc ...
Re: pricing walnut cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- You don't have a material cost category on your working estimate? You will need a higher ...
Re: pricing walnut cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- You don't have a material cost category on your working estimate? You will need a higher ...
Recommended Finish for Tops on Red Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25) -- What products are you using to get a durable finish for table top, bar top, and counter tops ...
Re: temporary dust pipe A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- Probably be easier to do in metal, though more expensive too. You can buy a saddle type c ...
Re: temporary dust pipe A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/25) -- Some may say the downside is the static electricity that's generated by fast moving dust ...
Re: Phenolic Countertop feed and speed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/25) -- Mark, Thanks for posting back the answer. It's nice to see threads that result in a definitive answ ...
Re: contact cement spraying problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/25) -- I do mainly wood & wood veneers, so I use HPL and other materials needing CC sparingly. I ...
Re: Starting a new company, what's most important? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/25) -- I am partial to Biesse and Cabinetvision. You honestly need both the cnc and th ...
Re: Pre cat over cat A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25) -- In general, and there are always exceptions with specific brands... You can usually spray a c ...
Re: Clamp time for vac pressing…. A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/25) -- We have a 5X10 vacuum frame press and for flat materials (no stress) 30 minutes. Could probab ...
Re: Safety Speed 37" wide belt sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/25) -- One thing to consider when buying a machine made overseas is tech support and part ...
Re: contact cement spraying problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/25) -- I spray the same as Andrew as I shoot infrequently. Pressure pot may be better for daily shoo ...
Re: Starting a new company, what's most important? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/25) -- blake Do yourself a huge favor and invest in the software and a router with dri ...
Re: Brush sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/25) -- In my opinion there isn't anything on the market that can touch a Robo-Tech brush ...
Re: Bidding a LEEDS house A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/25) -- The COSTS YOU WILL INCURE are strictly related to the LEED standard they requir ...
Re: Staining to match A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/25) -- Joe, you can trust me, they charge you. Don't think you aren't paying for that service someho ...
Re: 230v motors on 208v 3phase A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/25) -- Most services have variations in power to begin with. The service into my building ...
Re: what soft ware needed A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/25) -- Just got a cnc in January. I had been using Kcd for over 10 years and love how easy it is to use. I ...
Re: Mesquite tabletop question A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/25) -- Air dried may not mean 'unstable' but it does often mean 'not as stable as kiln dried' ...
univer feeder A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/25) -- Hello, I have an 1989 viintage Univer 3 wheel 3 phase feeder. I am wanting to know ...
Re: Thinking of Andi Selex full line. A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/25/25) -- There are numerous considerations when determining the linear cutting speed, a cnc can effective ...
Re: Entry door staves/ tenons method A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/25/25) -- Yeah, it has all the "no no's". But it is a historic house, ever ...
Re: CNC Bits Recommendation A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/25/24) -- Well that was pretty much a useless response. The original question is too open ended. Kind of l ...
Re: staining ceiling A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25/24) -- You can brush it without too much visible overlap, just do no more boards at a time than i ...
Re: Floating shelves A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25/23) -- I've used it a couple of times. You have to buy the drill bit to make it work. If you ...
Re: Floating shelves A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25/23) -- Light shelves can ve done with surface metal brackets or wood cleats. we do a lot wher ...
Re: Cabinet door press A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25/23) -- I use that clamp. Glue one and put in clamp. Then glue another. The first has set enou ...
One pass heater A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25/23) -- Does any one know where I can get new seals for kremlin one pass heater?I ran across one a ...
Re: Floating shelves A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25/23) -- Where can these black metal brackets be bought? Those Sheppard brackets look like the ...
Re: Captured back revisited A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25/22) -- Change you're deck to back flush. That way you can eliminate the flip operation on the ...
Re: White pine louvered shutters A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/25) -- We build fixed and operable louver shutters. I can only guess, but most shutt ...
Re: Going from HVLP to AAA A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- I'd agree with other posters above, I have the CAT aaa and a Kremlin but would hesitate to bu ...
precat buildup? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- Need the pros help once again. You guys have never failed me. Im using CA techs air assist 14 ...
Re: Touch ups on prefinished cabinet crown joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- I totally understand you wanting to get it better but i'd tread lightly with this. Once you s ...
Re: Beech Finishing challenge A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- Hello Rich, So the bleach can prevent the gold color from coming through from the underlying ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/25) -- I've been following here with some interest; 63 and not retiring anytime soon, ...
Re: Powder post or Ambrosia? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/25) -- The ambrosia likes or requires 30% MC and higher; oftentimes the literature says over ...
Re: Undermount drawer slides 1/4 or 1/2 bottoms A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25) -- We have been using 3/8" maple veneer core ply for about 25 years. We switched, becau ...
Re: CAD / CAM Question A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/25) -- Better to have more capability than you immediately need, than not enough in the near future. The o ...
180° Curved Staircase A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/25) -- I'd like to share my experience working on a recent staircase we put together ...
Re: Tinting Sherwood Sealer T67F3 A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- get away from the BAC. its BAD.. Ask about their D59 series of stain. Thats solvent reducible ...
Re: Used CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/25) -- I will be in your area this week. We offer new and used CNC's. If you would like to meet please giv ...
Re: garage shop guy... am I hated? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/25) -- One reason there are wide differences in prices from one shop to another, and w ...
Re: garage shop guy... am I hated? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/25) -- I'm not sure I understand the attitude that equates a small, at home shop with ...
Re: Priming Poplar Wood Trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- I think I've got it figured out. I will make a rack leg out of 2x4's and drill a 1.125" ...
corian rye adhesive color A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (3/25) -- does any one know the corian epoxy color that matches corian rye? i can ...
Re: Fast drying glue and Case Clamps A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/25) -- Good point Larry, I can hardly wait for the answer. Mark ...
Re: Trouble Ripping 6/4 Soft Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- That is a lot of info. I only use about 6,000 bf a year. I buy my lumber from 3 di ...
Re: Trouble Ripping 6/4 Soft Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- I think that David has the main issue identified correctly...casehardening stress ...
Edgebanders with no Buffers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/25) -- I'm looking for a little advice. We've recently purchased a small Cehisa Pro-7 Edgebander ...
Best Horizontal Band Re-Saw? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- Hello Woodweb, Long time reader, first time posting. I'm looking for insight on pu ...
Re: Started charging for design/bids A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/25) -- You are always going to do better if you give the customer what THEY rather tha ...
Re: Delamination in red oak newels A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/25) -- You mention the honeycomb in 8/4 Oak, and that is a drying problem. It stands to reason (mayb ...
Re: Trouble Ripping 6/4 Soft Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- I agree that most likely you just don't have enough power. Are you planing first? ...
Re: Changing dye color under finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/25) -- Right Pat. That goes without saying. I've used lots of transtint. For Andrews situation you w ...
Re: Started charging for design/bids A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/25) -- Fortunately We are busy enough that design involvement is something I can be se ...
Re: carving tools A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/25) -- you can use both either way. tapered ballnose bits will give a little "slope" in the wall ...
Re: UBC Logo A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/25) -- Alan, That is where I got the image I posted. If you can convert that to a clean .dxf please do and ...
Re: Custom Run's - Various questions - input A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- "Are any of you operating in a market where your charging $0.20-$0.30/lf for ...
Re: Seco counters A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/25) -- Zach, You can contact Siko directly and let them know what model you are looking f ...
Re: Finally going to build a Solar kiln A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/25) -- I built the original kiln in 1978 but it is no longer around. Today is called the Vir ...
Freelance programer A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/25/25) -- Please Help. I am in the process of buying a Laguna CNC to build rifle stocks. I am looking for ...
Re: bits and sizes A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/25/24) -- You might want to start with a mortise compression. I use the 3flute version over 2 flute design ...
Re: Custom Cabinetry and remodeling A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/25/23) -- I am a huge advocate of niche woodworking. After reading here for years of t ...
humidity control A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/25/23) -- I always seem to get in a bind with my WB top coats this time of year (micro air bubbles, ...
Lamello cantex A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/25/23) -- Hello- Scored this lipping planer on the used market and was disappointed to find the bl ...
Re: Edge Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25/22) -- Eric- does your machine have the belt or just the rollers on the top pressure b ...
Re: Edge Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25/22) -- I have had my Uniq-s for 10+ years and can highly recommend it. I also saw Volp ...
Re: Older table saw motor stalling A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/25) -- Three basic motor problems can keep a motor from starting: 1) Bad winding 2) Bad capac ...
Hinges you can smile about! A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- I recently received some butt hinges for a job from Emtek, I was disappointed ...
Re: Mayer PS9z A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/25) -- Unless they are something special your local pneumatic supplier will have an equivalent. You can pr ...
Re: Hinges you can smile about! A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- Everything about Brusso will make you smile, except your wallet. ...
Re: Particle Board Core A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- While the particle core may be just about profits, I wonder how much material ...
Re: Veneer Tearing Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (2/25) -- Phillip: It appears that you do not have a fundamental understanding of a proper veneering proce ...
Re: Rangerboard MDF changing shape after cut? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/25) -- Here are some destructive testing results for posterity. I routed 2 rectangles 24 x 96 out of a 49 ...
Re: Hand Hewn Fronts A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- One may be surprised at how easily this can be done with a CNC and Vectric so ...
Rusty jointer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25) -- I cleaned up a Delta DJ-20 jointer about a year ago. It’s not used weekly so it ge ...
Re: 1/4” solid wood over and under mdf A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (2/25) -- You are most likely setting yourself up for failure. The math is pretty ...
Re: Is this American Chestnut? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25) -- If you are a US citizen, you can send a sample to the Forest Products Lab in Wisco ...
Re: Brandt Optimat KD 56 A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/25) -- That is an over current error. (Snapping the breaker.) We have a 2002 Brandt Op ...
Ideal blades for slider & radial A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- I added a Robland Z320 slider & a 16”Delta RAS to my shop last year, and ...
Re: Solar Kiln - Ash drying questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- Indeed, 300 bf is best for ash to achieve the whitest color when starting with green ...
Re: insulated carriage doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/25) -- These will be swinging carriage doors. I understand that the builder of the d ...
Re: First Big Wall-art: residual questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/25) -- Q1. In Table 16-3 "Moisture-excluding effectiveness of various finishes" of the 201 ...
Re: How it starts: A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/25) -- This article gives some insight. "Part II: Demographics are Now Improving, ...
Roll out shelves A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/25) -- I've always built roll out shelves for base cabinets for use with under mount slides whic ...
Re: How it starts: A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/25) -- Various sources, this one is from the Census Bureau contained in the article. A ...
Re: How it starts: A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/25) -- Another reason to read this stuff is because there are too many negative tropes ...
Re: Looking for Manufacturer A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (2/25) -- Hello we are a small log home and woodworking manufacturing company in East Tennessee and c ...
Re: Ritter Part/Pneumatic Cylinder A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/25) -- Mitch, Looking at the cylinder, that looks like a Bimba cylinder. You can verify the dime ...
cnc Services pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/25) -- hi all hope your having a good day i would like to ask if anyone have any idea about how to put a p ...
Gang Ripsaw Adjustment A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25) -- Hi, I've got a 1995 model Newman Whitney KF-24 gang ripsaw. I recently had all thr ...
Re: Satin Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/25) -- Rich, You're right, I think a lot of my original problems were laying on the polycrylic too t ...
Wood movement across large widths A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- I wasnt quite sure under what heading to post this question, but thought I would star ...
Am i being too picky A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/25) -- I just set my new jointer knives last night. When the boards are laying flat edge ...
Re: grab-bag... scrap lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (2/25) -- I have a shorts rack where people can buy individual boards up to 5' long. ...
Re: For those of you within an open booth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25/25) -- If you are not replacing the air you exhaust in the booth with clean air from a makeup fas ...
Re: For those of you within an open booth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25/25) -- We used to spray with parts laying flat which I assume you are also doing. When we started ...
Re: For those of you within an open booth A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25/25) -- This may be common sense but it's worth noting, be sure you tack the item off real good be ...
Re: sherwin EA hydroplus A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25/24) -- always best thing to do is get a tech sheet from the mfg which i did for, i just googled i ...
Exterior Door weather strip A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/25/24) -- Hello all, I have been making a fair amount of exterior doors these past f ...
Re: Drying 8/4 white oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25/24) -- Thanks guys, the kiln manual says I can hit the load hard if air dried to < 20% ...
Re: bit selection for prefinished ply A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/25/23) -- Chris, We have good luck with CB on plywood. Let me know if I can help. ...
Software Advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25/22) -- Hello Everyone, I work for Plain and Fancy Kitchens in Schaefferstown, PA. I would say ...
Re: Drawer box material A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25/22) -- You can buy drawer side stock in 1/2", 5/8", 3/4" from several supplier ...
Panel saw stand A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25/22) -- We have a small SSC panel saw that we want to use on occasion to bust up full sheets. ...
Table Top and Skirt Shrinkage A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- I built a dining room table for my daughter from Poplar lumber that was approximately ...
Re: Table Top and Skirt Shrinkage A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- The answer to your question is yes, expect the top to expand in the summer as the rel ...
MDF face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25) -- framed inset cabinets. nested cnc shop...the door sits in the opening, euro hinge plate s ...
Re: vinyl sealer adhesion A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25) -- That oil stain can be a problem if it's not thoroughly dry. I give it several days myself. I ...
Re: Box Beam Construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/25) -- We use a jig on the tablesaw with a fence at the angle and 2-3 DeStaCo clamps ...
Blum minipress A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25) -- I recently bought a second Blum minipress that included a 7 spindle boring attachment for ...
Re: Is there a market? Child safety latch A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Anytime I hear someone talking about making children's anything, I immediately ...
Re: Poplar doors finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25) -- Hello, look this video from you tube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v CGAhBSdc-sg You can use ...
Re: MasterCraft maple doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25) -- you can try a stain conditioner, but generally you get what you get with maple. blotchy uneve ...
Re: Breaking edges efficiently and consistently A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/25) -- I forgot to mention that the equipment choice should be influenced by the quantity ...
Re: Table Top Curve/ Warp A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/25) -- Your questions, answered: 1. Cross grain construction inhibiting the free movement of ...
Re: Website Development A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Derrek, Back when you were dabbling in website development the steps it took to ...
Re: best resaw blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/25) -- I use a simple set up like shown in the photo, just a set of digital verniers ...
Re: Can't satisfy customer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Since you are paid up (as you stated), I would offer the client one chance at a ...
Re: Breaking edges efficiently and consistently A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/25) -- Ok thanks for the advice, I'll try find someone local with a shaper who'll let me ...
Re: best resaw blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/25) -- I use a 1" x 1.3 tpi on my 17" saw. It's rated up to a 1-3/8" ...
Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- Thin wood warps much more than 1" or thicker. Stickering must be perfect and top ...
Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- Something can be strong, but brittle, meaning it will develop large cracks, etc. So, ...
Re: Hatin A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Pat, You are right that there are a large group of young people coming into the ...
Re: Hatin A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Yeah well there is always the chicken little narrative. But think about it, thi ...
Re: Attaching Rail/Apron to Table Top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/25) -- When you wrap a solid wood top with a border you don't allow it to expand and contract ...
Re: Being bad mouthed by competitors A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Have you for any reason in any way done anything to be badmouthed. licenses, cr ...
Re: Being bad mouthed by competitors A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- You've had some very good advise here from several folk. The one statement that ...
Re: Being bad mouthed by competitors A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- That is why negative advertising is so effective in political campaigns. The #1 ...
Re: Wood CAD/CAM A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/25) -- thanks Pat. I happen to be an American that had no trouble whatsoever adapting to German logic....i ...
metal tambour A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/25) -- We are currently looking for aluminum metal tambour, that can be cut to custom sizes. Any ...
Re: Being bad mouthed by competitors A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/25) -- Take James' advice. He is as successful as he can be. ...
Re: White conversion varnish on Louver doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/25) -- I sometimes build louvered cabinet doors for local shops that are not set up for building the ...
Re: Cabinet Program Needed A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/25) -- polyboard exactly option as you need its caled "catalog" you insert list of cabinet name ...
Re: Best Bandmill for Long Timbers?? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- you can cut a 40' log on a 20' mill simply by cutting 1/2 then turn the log and cut t ...
Re: spanish cedar vs sapele mahogony A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (1/25) -- Sapele is a good choice. It is rot and weather resistant which is the reason why it is ofte ...
caprone leather A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/25) -- Trying to finish off a desk chair - I'm looking for a 2' square piece of Caprone black ...
Re: Kremlin dealer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/24/22) -- I got an email from SW industrial store Email me so I can forward you the email from SW ...
Re: Transitioning to CNC - Cost Per Sheet? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/24) -- No direct experience with your proposed arrangement but it would seem very complex in that you'd b ...
Re: Where to divide work A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/24) -- Now there's a thought, and I knew that, but I forgot. I guess at some point I ...
Re: Furniture feet cabinet installation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/24) -- Hi Derek, At the company I work for, we build and install this style ...
Re: Project Management Software A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/24) -- Tyson, Some people say Smarthseet is a very flexible project management softwa ...
Re: shop size A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/24) -- Full disclosure here, I am from Striebig. But this is useful information for startups to ...
Re: Drawer Question A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/24) -- I think you are correct to be concerned with wood movement here. The dovetails aren't ...
Re: Separate installation bid A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/24) -- When working with homeowners the best thing you can do is narrow everything down to one ...
Re: Problem with Square parts from Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/24) -- I have worked on many machines with pre-milling units and have seen this problem before. ...
Re: Financial Read A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/24) -- Pat, I don't think a readers digest version can do it. It's too complex, with ...
Re: Leveling Closet Systems A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/24) -- There are typically no backs on these, so they can be 'racked' to be plumb, while not ne ...
Re: looking for shops in NJ NY PA commercial work A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/24) -- Hi- Please email me dkotch@criterionacoustics.com. We can possible help. Dave ...
Re: Gluing Cristallo hinges to mirror A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (12/24) -- I'm not sure if you can use it for your application. We've had to use the Cristallo only onc ...
Re: Fast drying glue and Case Clamps A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (12/24) -- I agree 100% with Larry using any white glue and you can have the cabinet out of clamp in as ...
Re: Dining table failure A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/24) -- I hope you learn from your mistake. You do realize that the customer views you as the ...
Re: freeing a painted shut window from 1908 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/24) -- Thanks Paul. Hadnt thought of the replacement option. Duh. I appreci ...
Re: Dark paint dry times A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24/22) -- I’ve never used Turino but all the other MLC products I’ve used and a few other manufactu ...
Re: AAA system to solve problems? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24/22) -- Thanks everyone for the advice, no surprise that you all recommend getting a aaa. I have ...
Re: SCM Pratix S15 issues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/24/21) -- I would try what Pdub said and see if the old owner could get support. I think SCM wants about ...
Construction boring machine vs lineboring machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/24/21) -- looking at a construction boring machine for sale anyone know if you can do unlimited ...
Re: cherry sap stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24/21) -- Try Charles Neil blotch control. Charles passed away a few years ago but you can still bu ...
Re: mdf interior door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/24) -- P.S. if its a rolling door I'd talk him into just leaving it 1 1/2". No ...
Re: Thermoform plastic laminate A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/24) -- I think it can be done. I don't remember the diameter of these but I think it was in the ...
Re: RE: Lacquer Finishes & Alternatives A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24) -- We do lots of touch up on many hi end brands of furniture and yes we see lots of NC. Yes som ...
Re: How hard/resistant should precat be? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24) -- Typical sanding: 150 bare wood 240 primer/sealer 320 between topcoats You can see 240 scratc ...
Re: Building custom cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/24) -- Max, Is is laminate or Acyllic? If its arcyllic ask Richlieu or Premier Eurocase if the ...
Re: Mini Max jointer/planer motor problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/24) -- Yea just try replacing the capacitor with a like one. Check to see if the centrif ...
Re: cutting formica sheets A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/24) -- I have done some inlays requiring tight fits, i will adhere the plam to a sheet of melamine with l ...
Re: Does Lean work on a construction site? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/24) -- A construction site can be lean Like everyone else, it starts at the top I thi ...
Re: Mechanical Aptitude test for hiring? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/24) -- I have had better luck than you on the references. If nothing else you can go ...
Tineo veneer match A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/24) -- I'm looking for a less expensive veneer that will mach or a close match to Tineo veneer... Does ...
Re: Need help matching a finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24) -- It looks like the Chestnut is a good choice Tate. It’s light enough for the color you’re mat ...
Re: Any of you guys do solid surface? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/24) -- Depending on how much labor you want to spend: Saw blade designed for SS, 3.25 hp router ...
Re: Need help matching a finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/24) -- Paul - Very cool! Thanks for your advice. It's aligning with what I'm thinking. Mudding up s ...
Re: Waste Management A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/24) -- Thanks everyone for sharing various woodworking waste removal ideas. It is imp ...
Re: ADA guideline standards A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/24) -- The clip board trick will not work in most jurisdictions! Yes the space requir ...
Re: Cabinet design software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/24) -- I think this online app may be something that you are looking for http://prodboard.eu/kitchen/ The ...
Re: ADA guideline standards A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/24) -- Thx larry. So my next question to solve all of these mysteries in my Chicagola ...
Re: What software to use? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/24) -- Hi Jack, Here is a list of some guidelines I've posted before that you may want to use in your sea ...
Re: Alphacam Post Processor A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/24) -- I see. That can get pricey when you add all that stuff up. I have to ask a couple of questions. 1. ...
Re: Entry Level CNC machines A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/24) -- I have been waiting for the opportunity to post this comparison. But seven years ago I bought a ne ...
Re: What software to use? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/24) -- Jack You can call Dave Wishengrad about particulars, After 2 PM PST. 805-404-2142 ...
Re: Molding on KCD A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/24) -- You can use the upper filler on top of your upper cabinet and add molding to that. ...
Re: Wax finish not drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24/24) -- Welcome! Don't worry; we're all here to help each other out. It sounds like you’re dealin ...
Re: Biesse Rover -TP Suction Box Error A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/24/23) -- The sensor will have a light on it. If the light is off either the sensor is bad, a wire is bro ...
Re: Good used lathes A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/24/23) -- Modern lathes are light years ahead of old iron when it comes to wood lat ...
Re: Brandt Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24/22) -- Jim, You figure out the edgebander? Do you have the manual and wiring diagram for the ...
Re: Hot air edgebanding - can you get edgeband A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24/22) -- Long story short...It depends. Locally ,next to impossible unless it a large order. T ...
Re: 2 quart pressure pot A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24/22) -- you can get the PPS with a pressurized cup. i use it to spray small amounts of polyester. ...
Re: Mold mildew on red oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/24/21) -- Yes Tim, it is intended as an outdoor piece. I chose the linseed because I believ ...
Re: Start over with your dream shop/business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- I love all of you on here because the brotherhood of sawdust makers are the on ...
Re: RE: Heating System & Dust Collection A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (10/24) -- RE: Heating.... Whats your issue? Are you not going to be using ...
Contour Edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24) -- Okay, I've searched this forum and not a lot came up on this. I'm taking on an ongoing p ...
Re: Adhesion problem Kem Aqua Plus A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- John is correct in his approx dry times. We have used MLC Woodsong solvent stains for a long ...
Re: Thought Doveails A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/24) -- Hello Jerry, it depends on the machine but many can be set to run through dovetai ...
Re: Need Help with a problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- Being a business owner I can understand that if everyone in the shop is eating ...
Re: Need Help with a problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- The Two Truths of Interpersonal Relationships: 1. People will not change 2. Pe ...
Re: Face Frame Cabinet Construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24) -- That face frame application video is first in the queue for our next round of video foot ...
Re: Need Help with a problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- Well I tried, He did nothing about fixing the unsafe electric or anything else ...
Re: Adhesion issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- If you're thinning with lacquer thinner then that's probably the culprit. Most lacquer thinn ...
Re: Adhesion issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- this time of year with the cold the finish can act a little thicker. If you're not reducing ...
How do I accomplish this finish? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- How do I accomplish this finish? looks like toner in lacquer floating/separation. You can se ...
Re: Drying a large slab of sugar maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/24) -- A few things... Hopefully you have already sealed it, if your goal is to avoid crack ...
Re: Veneering a Cylinder A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/24) -- One solution is to use standard Titebond glue in a contact cement sort of ap ...
Re: Veneering a Cylinder A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/24) -- Thanks guys, Matt- I have looked this route but have not found anyone that w ...
Re: Oil, film or nothing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- I think that the film will be the best protection and ease of maintenance. The teak color wi ...
Re: Dovetail drawer machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/24) -- Narrowest I've done on my machine is 3 3/8". It says it can go down to about ...
Re: Dovetail drawer machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/24) -- What is the minimum with of drawer you can make with this machine and be able to ...
Re: Problem with paint on sapele A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/24) -- Milton, Ive seen this problem also with a Sherwin Williams product. I didn't ...
Re: temperature and finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- Indeed, cure times in low temp are seriously delayed. cold weather makes the finish harden w ...
Re: Mohawk Piano Lacquer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- Dan, I also found out the same thing you did. Mohawk/CCI has a resin in that formula that cr ...
Re: Marketing Advice / Inspiration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- Social media/Facebook It's free and you can post ideas and projects as they ar ...
Re: Stain match A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- Rift cut oak is the strightest grain you'll get. Tho the grain is deep and if using a CV may ...
Re: temperature and finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- Have sprayed all coatings in 30 den during winter... Never a problem. Tho Cv can give textur ...
Re: Lean experts please advise A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/24) -- Again I digress. What I meant to say is that by formally sequencing your proce ...
Re: "Specks" in Chemcraft Pigmented Varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- maybe they flat it down and the powder is not dissolve properly or maybe when they tinted yo ...
Re: Moving melamine??? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24) -- Banana Boards!! Talk to Rudy at Colonial Saw in MA and he'll explain the science of hot ...
Re: Acetone A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- I think that solvents can be equated to gasoline. Basically its all gas, but the difference ...
Re: Acetone A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- typically you can get a lot of cost difference is the solvent is a blend of virgin and recla ...
Re: finish room lighting A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/24) -- get a light booth they have a lot of different light option, so you can match it under your ...
Re: Parts cart A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/24) -- You can buy something like this from Hafele for about two hundred dollars. I use mine fo ...
Re: Millwork walls in cabinetvision?? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/24) -- I don't know what SCM is. In Cabnetware I would just set the parameters for the correct depth, dra ...
pedestal table A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (10/24) -- I am repairing a slide out round pedestal table. I need help as I am not sure how the pede ...
Re: Marketability for Highly Figured Aspen A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (10/24) -- We use it for cross banding for 2 & 3 ply bending veneer in our pressing operation. I actua ...
what's the best glue to use for Calico Hickory? A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (10/24) -- Hi everyone, I have just brought in some 8/4 Calico Hickory for a large 4' x 8' counter top ...
Re: Complete Noob CNC machine and advice A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/24/24) -- Joe, Good luck. For more information, several of the manufacturers also have forums that can be ...
Re: RE: Best Chainsaw for Ripping Logs A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/24/22) -- Update: I decided to spring for the MS881. It is a bit more powerful and heavier. ...
Re: Proper wages and classification A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/24/22) -- He has been working summers through high school and every chance besides. I ...
Re: Proper wages and classification A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/24/22) -- Wow, we don't hear this often. It sounds to me like you have a one in a hund ...
Door Reveals are off using cnc and edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24/22) -- Our first vanity project but our door reveals are off . We premill the tape thickness ...
Re: How and Where to sell a lot of Mesquite? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/24/22) -- OK this is sitting in Imperial Valley, Ca. and has been for decades. How / w ...
25" vs 37" Wide Belt Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24/21) -- I've been seriously looking for a widebelt sander for a year now, both at new and used ...
Re: Shop-made spices'n'oils base pullout A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24/21) -- Never built any, but I've incorporated the Rev-a-Shelf models into a couple kitchens. ...
Re: Clear Veneer tape Adhesive A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (9/24/21) -- You can also buy their speed tape direct from FastCap.com 3M also makes a really impressiv ...
Re: table top A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24/21) -- Abralon foam disks by Mirka work great. You can get them in 2000,3000 & 4000 grit. Wet ...
Re: Boring doors for hangline A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24/21) -- Bobbys If you use clear tape and spray over it,how exactly can you see thru? ...
Re: Stave core door glue for 3/16" veneer? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/24) -- I use plastic resin (urea formaldehyde) for all of my doors, including stave ...
Re: Making trim in a non-millwork shop.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- Thanks for the comments everyone, this has been very helpful. I replied yesterday but don ...
Re: Murphy bed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- The create a bed hardware and instructions were something for a homeowner. The latching s ...
Re: Murphy bed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- The Pardo mechanism is adjusted by turning a fairly large hex bolt on the end of the unit ...
Re: Making trim in a non-millwork shop.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- Shapers are nice and they have their uses. I have a router bit that I use to make this sa ...
Re: Slash cut abrasive rolls A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/24) -- Dave Edgerton: Try these guys. Bring up the link and scroll to page 54. I thi ...
Re: Making trim in a non-millwork shop.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- We run this profile on the WH with 2 passes. I had the shop that ground the knives put a ...
Re: Vacuum pump overload(Omnitech) A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/24) -- Check the switches. Ours have amperage dials. One was not set correctly when new. It can cause what ...
pressure problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24) -- I'm looking for some advice to hopefully point me in the right direction since there are so m ...
Re: Onload/Offload A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/24) -- Rob, you bring up a really good point about table cleaning as the offloading is occurring. I do not ...
Re: Home made door clamp A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- Built my own clamp last winter. Its similar to a ritter but has a few other options that ...
Re: Home made door clamp A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- I should also say I do pin all my doors/drawer fronts with 5/8" 18g brads. My gable ...
Re: pressure problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24) -- i believe you have an internal issue inside your regulator, inside the regulator there is a d ...
Re: how do you vacuum Vaneer with no bag A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/24) -- I would skip the vacuum all together for a table, use a sheet of melamine slightly bigger than y ...
Re: Keeping the doors open A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (9/24) -- I have done several of these, and the doors staying open - and closed ...
Re: WB stain for oak - white wood pore A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24) -- all you need to do is decrease the surface tension of your WB stain.A little bit of detergent ...
Re: mdf finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/24) -- If your makeing a mdf 1 piece shaker style door how to get the finish to look like the rails ...
Re: Shop vac to clean shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- Perhaps its time to sell your car and buy a Festool vac. You can tell the inspector its m ...
Re: Balanced tooling in insert planer heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/24) -- Cab Maker It is the wood chip that creates enough air flow that actually keeps the ...
Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/24) -- I got so sick of losing parts or banana parts for the speed we are running I started to run return ...
Re: 8/4 rift white oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/24) -- If Frank Miller Lumber doesn't work out for you, you can try Cole Hardwood in ...
Re: Production cutting drawer box lengths A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- As a wholesaler, I would think you would only make so many different sizes of drawers. Wo ...
flip up door hdw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/24) -- I have a job coming up soon that will require an appliance garage under a standard wall c ...
Re: Weinig Molder A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/24) -- I use a couple of options for motors. Non-brake motors I get new from motor shops. ...
Re: Weinig A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/24) -- There are a couple of options. You can check with you machinery agent to see if th ...
Re: Weird moulder/dust collection SAFETY question A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (8/24/24) -- Only thing I can think about with this one is if you drop a part/bolt or someth ...
Re: Corian A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (8/24/23) -- We have in the past donated our excess to the local union apprentices ...
Re: Project managament software A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/24/22) -- Things with Trello didn't go well. Major problem is that tasks do not have t ...
curved flush panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/24/21) -- This is not the F.B.I. I saw this old post below about milling staved curved panels in ...
Building Shutters / Cutting Louvers A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/24/21) -- We are an Architectural Millwork Co. building wood windows & doors. A ...
Re: Oversized Exterior 1 Lite Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/24/21) -- The issue they have is competing requirements within the design. The lady ...
Re: Oversized Exterior 1 Lite Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/24/21) -- I have never regretted walking away from marginal work. There are enough p ...
Re: Mirror shine high build A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/24/21) -- I use to do a lot of high gloss finish in aircraft using polyester .There no easy short cu ...
Re: And its about to get much worse A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/24) -- 1) this report was done pre-covid and the comments below are from Febuary Its t ...
Re: Egg & Dart molding source A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/24) -- Pretty sure you can get a simple egg and dart, but not in the molding. Get a custom moldi ...
Re: Small/Open End Wide Belt Sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/24) -- Jeff: When I had my business, I bought a Bridgewood open end wide belt sander. I left the ...
Re: chairs A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/24) -- Ben: I find it interesting that you require a custom height for table and chair, as yo ...
Re: Ruh Roh A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/24) -- The problem with statistics is that you can drown in an average of 3 inches of ...
Re: Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/24) -- Alan, Those are a lot of fundamental questions. I will try to answer a couple ...
Re: Dehumidification air speed A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/24) -- Do you have any guidelines for the weight of 1000 BF? If not, go to the right side of ...
Re: sander dust extractor A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (8/24) -- In the under 300 range my guess is the best reviews your going to ...
Re: Lacqure finish cracking over paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/24) -- You're doing yourself no favor with that last precat lacquer top coat. That stuff is not dura ...
Re: Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/24) -- Actually a storm door can make the conditions worse. With southern exposure, ...
Re: Lacqure finish cracking over paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/24) -- Just I usually do not put clear on top of paint Unless I'm glazing Are you sure its the clear ...
Re: Dehumidification air speed A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/24) -- Where is the best position to vent some of the heat from my dh kiln. It is way too ho ...
Making Wine rack cabinet in Cabinet vision A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/24) -- I have customer who wants me to make wine rack like it is showing on picture. Any idea how I can ma ...
Re: Lacqure finish cracking over paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/24) -- Also like to add Too thick of coating can crack If it doesn't dry right ...
Re: Species id ? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/24) -- Doug Fir can be heavy for a softwood... ...
Re: Printed Material for Marketing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/24) -- Just like Paul, my business is entirely internet based. It's a great way, but v ...
Re: Drawing Layouts On Floor - NEW CONSTRUCTION A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/24) -- there are in-between steps you can take. a place I used to be did the layout in cad, but always set ...
Re: Aging White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/24) -- This doesn't answer your question, but might open another option. Look up 'shou sugi ban', in ...
Re: Laguna dust collector A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24/25) -- I’ve had similar issues with delayed replacements. If you need a quick worka ...
Re: Miele madness A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/24/25) -- I had a similar challenge with their dishwasher. The drawings included in install docu ...
Alphacam refusing to properly nest multiple copies A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/24/24) -- As a form of introduction - I have 'inherited' a CNC without receiving any training whatsoever a ...
Re: LAGUNA PLANER PROBLEMS A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/24) -- Lacuna, Grizzley and a couple dozen more brands that you see advertised in the pages of s ...
Re: Phones, Bathroom,.... Again I know.. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24) -- We dealt with this issue for years. Remind...remind again. When it was just 3 o ...
Re: Inset doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/24) -- We do it pretty much like Karl. We use 1.5" stiles. 90% of our cabinets are inset. 9 ...
Re: Which Air Compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24) -- I had a Kaeser and it was a maintenance nightmare. Nearest service tech was at ...
Re: Which Air Compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24) -- I never knew that Ingersol Rand or Quincy were bottle of the barrel junk brands ...
Re: Shipping A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24) -- It does look rather foolproof but you can never be too safe. Ensure you ask the ...
Re: Bit of an odd question about getting samples A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/24) -- Explain to them that you are trying to find a standard product. You will need $2k of that pro ...
Re: Painted White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/24) -- Same as I treat a breadboard end on a wide counter. I pin it about 6-8" ...
Re: Painted White Oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/24) -- If the panel is just flat, then glue the center of the two panels with the gr ...
Re: PPS Environmental Alternatives A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/24) -- If they are clean they should be OK to put in the recycle bin. I have no trouble cleaning the ...
Re: Outlet in drawer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/24) -- Rather than putting it in or behind the drawer, where the cord will be pulling over the b ...
Re: making my own cabinet jack A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (7/24) -- I used suspension fittings for years but have a contractor that likes ...
Re: Waterborne finish and hickory A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/24) -- Be careful with grit choices....as someone has already pointed out, you may begin to 'burnish ...
Re: open frameless cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/24) -- Based on how I interpreted the original question and, the plans later provide ...
Re: hickory table tops A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/24) -- I fill the knots prior to finishing 2 different ways; the method I've been doing for years is ...
Re: Planer Digital Read Out A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/24) -- I have Pro Scale that was on my Powermatic planer for about three months. I put it on the ...
Re: residential/commercial A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/24) -- Larry, that is nice work! I'm hoping I can get some input from a shop that prod ...
Re: Contact Roller for Wide Belt A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/24) -- Hard drums give a smaller contact area so the grains on the abrasive belt penetrat ...
Re: cherry characterstics A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (7/24) -- A gum pocket has a void or space if the gum were removed. A gum streak is merely the stain ...
Re: Installing & painting moulding A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/24/24) -- It's been a while since your post, but I'd like to add some information. If you're new to ...
Re: Tablesaw Blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/24) -- Forrest & FS are better blades. Period Amana use D-10 carbide. It definitely does not ...
Re: Dynapro / Blum - Maximum drawer width A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/24) -- I've used the Blum with 32" wide drawers or so. They say at those widths you should ...
Re: Too much time estimating A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/24) -- Age old lament of the small business owner. I was so envious of the small auto ...
pine/spruce logs A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/24) -- i have some white pine and white spruce logs 8"-12" that were cut a year ag ...
Re: Kremlin vs HVLP Finish Quality A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/24) -- Just for everyones info: DeVilbiss makes a bag kit to fit most all top cup HVLP guns where yo ...
Re: Cabinet assembly workstation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/24) -- Michael, I pride myself in creativity but you just humbled me in a big way. That's some s ...
Re: 16"/20" 4 post import planers A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/24) -- For some reason Powermatic, and other importers from Asia, make the dust collectio ...
inaccurate miter cuts DW718 A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/24) -- i have adjusted the fence, made bevel adjustments and changed the blade. I bought thi ...
Re: Metallic Gold Spray Paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/24) -- The paint was not cured enough to avoid being damaged by the tape. Without knowing what kind ...
Re: cnc router issues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/24) -- Whether you vacuum table is not full table,i think it with T-slot mixed,right?If so,you can try to ...
Re: cnc router issues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/24) -- In genral,the table can abosorb many pcs plywood together. ...
Re: Getting shoehorned into a repetitive task A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/24) -- Mel Do you know the rarest trait in workers??? In my tenure I can count on one ...
Re: Getting shoehorned into a repetitive task A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/24) -- lol totes millennial! I get your concern but hang in there. Someone must be wat ...
Re: Getting shoehorned into a repetitive task A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/24) -- "Beer:30 was a relief!" That. THAT. That!! Kay so I got sent to LEAN ...
CMS idea 150 or power 5 axis A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/24) -- I have been looking at purchasing a 5 axis Machine for doing complex curves chairs etc. I have been ...
Re: large furniture parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/24) -- Mike- nice work and I think people here are trying to tell you something. We make cust ...
Re: Winner90 indice.prg question? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/24) -- Mal, contact Casadei Busellato, they will have a copy of your software. They can email it to you. T ...
Basket weave veneer panels?? A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/24) -- Hi Im trying to find a source for these veneer basket weave panels... the company that i got the ...
Re: Laminating Beams Advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/24) -- Cedar doesn't have much structural strength, and can be brittle around knots. You should chec ...
Impeller and or motor for Murphy Rodgers A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (5/24/25) -- Setting up our purchased used Murphy Rodgers dust collector, m ...
Re: Shaper w/ tenon tooling vs Single End Tenoner A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/24/23) -- Correy, I have quite a bit of experience using shapers for tenoning and also Eu ...
Curved cabinet top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24/23) -- Hi I am making a built in cabinet with a arched top. It will be going into an alcove s ...
Re: Curved cabinet top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24/23) -- It gets pretty rigid if you put a veneer on both sides. On the unseen side you can pro ...
Re: lumber warping as it is ripped A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/24/22) -- Depends on what twist and goes crazy means. Most all wood has stress in it ...
Re: ML Campbell post cat clawlock advise A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24/22) -- Scott, If your Sata gun is rated for 40psi it will have a hard time getting the hoop thru ...
Re: lumber warping as it is ripped A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/24/22) -- I suggest you try a new supplier who does a better job with the kiln. FAS ...
Re: Cope and stick reversible A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/24) -- Well, I got my bit at Eagle America. I do a fair amount of window restoration ...
Re: Maybe a dumb question? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24) -- Catalyst is much stronger in a post cat. Post cats are usually much more durable and more res ...
Seeking Shop With Widebelt Wire Brush Machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/24) -- I am looking for someone in the NYC area who has a large wire brushing machine (Su ...
Re: Wood grain on top of wood grain A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/24) -- I think this is due to water popping, which creates water in the tissue to ap ...
Re: Small shop relief A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- We received the PPP loan and so far looks good. It covered payroll for our 5 em ...
Re: HELP WITH Z AXIS FAULT PLEASE A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/24) -- Sorry Yaakov, sometimes its a little difficult to understand what you are saying or asking. So you ...
Re: Scmi 16n sliding table saw major moving issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/24) -- Also use the built in table lock. It is the little lever you can see in the second ...
Castle Tsm 20 pocket machine issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- Does anyone have a router retrofit for this machine ? My 3102hd porter cable router (the ...
Re: Need advice Crotch Mahogany Conference table A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/24) -- So, its going to be way easier for me to apply the crossbanding to the substrate than the face v ...
Re: Castle Tsm 20 pocket machine issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- Find a machine shop that can bore out the body of the dead router, find a Makita or rigid ...
File Management A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/24) -- I thought I already posted a question but must have fouled it up so my apologies if this is a dupli ...
Re: Selling an Architectural Millwork Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- You need to adjust net profit and move items to net profit that wouldn't be the ...
Re: Selling an Architectural Millwork Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Just an FYI - you can post a Business for Sale listing at WOODWEB's Classified ...
Re: Working with teak A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- Used to be that gluing up teak was problematic due to the oil content. No idea if you are ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Jason, I agree. Higher Education has become, much like the public school system ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Jason, I think China is in more trouble then us. The plunge protection team has ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- cabmaker, you are so off base you literally make me laugh and cry. You know I'v ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Jason, I hear you at your frustration and anger and a need for a reset. Problem ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Not stupid?, Not evolving If we can all see it (barring mass hallucination) and ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- FamilyMan, I notice there is a big ass forest fire going on just south of you. ...
Re: Lack of workers holds back Utah's economy A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Jason, Our founders warned of a day when the populace could vote themselves mon ...
darkening wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24) -- I think i made a mistake with my wood purchase. I bought some 10/4 Sapele and when i started ...
Re: Busellato Jet Concept M Pneumatic Cylinder A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/24) -- Worst part is not even sure that is the problem, manufacturer name would be best way to diagnose an ...
Re: red oak TOO dry? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- The information is in DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBER, see page 99 plus. It is free, can be copied ...
cnc repair needed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/24) -- I'm located in New York and own a now 14 yr old 5X10 Flexicam stealth showing signs of age. Specifi ...
Re: Sealcoat grain filler A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24) -- Her personal pockets may not be that deep so I hope yours are. To achieve a Piano type finish ...
Re: Business or hobby A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- My exit plan is to not. Already my business can function pretty well on a daily ...
Re: Business or hobby A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- I've been in the wood business for 20 years and it has always amazed and depres ...
Business or hobby A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/24) -- Woodworking can be a great hobby. For a few it is a great business. When you ru ...
Build or buy? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- I've always made my own trash can pull outs, spice racks, etc. one of my sales reps is ma ...
Re: Handy app for cabinet builders! A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- My measures and photo measures are two different apps. Photo measures is what I have, and ...
Re: Kremlin excite A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24) -- Dave, I cant find a part num. will u pls help me? And where can i buy it right away? Amazon m ...
Re: Kremlin excite A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/24) -- Dave, As silly as it seams, missing that one seal can mess with my fan pattern? ...
Re: tips on machining birch A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/24) -- You can choose stuffs as per your budget and expectations. However, before ma ...
Thinning Titebond II for slower set A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (5/24) -- I read that Titebond can be thinned 5% without diminishing it's holding strength. With ...
laminate cleaning A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (5/24) -- After cleaning laminate face of any glue or debris we have smear marks. ...
Re: White Cedar for furniture making A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/24/25) -- None of the common pines “damage” machines either. Southern yellow pine is harder, ...
Re: Bleaching walnut A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/24/24) -- I have bleached walnut on quite a few jobs. Ive used the two part bleach. As far as contro ...
Bleaching walnut A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/24/24) -- I've got a project where the client's designer is asking us to bleach walnut. Its a large ...
Re: Forest Health Criteria A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (4/24/24) -- Checking with the US Forest Service, international forest services, and history departments ...
Re: Alpha CAM 2021 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24/24) -- It's frustrating when software updates come with hefty fees, especially after already investing ...
CV not curing properly over bleached Oak. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/24/22) -- Like the title says, I'm finishing a dining set in Oak that has been completely bleached w ...
Re: dovetail bits A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24/22) -- Which looks similar to the Cantek. I use a two flute solid carbide from Cantek. I pitc ...
Re: Cabinet backs and box construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- 1/4 backs with 1/2 IPB nailer dado in to top bottom and sides 9/16 back . I did as cabine ...
Re: Edgebanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- I have owned only hokzher banders , so I don't have experience with glue pot machines , b ...
Re: Single phase industrial unit A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (4/24) -- Are you running your 53" time-saver on single phase? If not ...
Re: Single phase industrial unit A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (4/24) -- Look up extrema machine, under the typhoon brand they have a cycl ...
Re: hot air bander choices A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- there are some small glue pot machines for a little over 2500.00, made by makisa or somet ...
Re: Dying pva A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/24) -- You can dye PVA with no problem. There are a number of appropriate dyes at www.veneersupplies ...
trimming router for Holzher Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- Please help, anybody... We recently purchased a used Holzher CP/B Quick 1432 Edgebander a ...
Alphacam/Cabinet Vision/Onsrud Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- Ive recently moved into a company with all three of these tools, which has a very limited understan ...
Re: HMT laminating system problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (4/24) -- Kyle, I would like to speak with you about this machine. Our company als ...
Re: Cope and stick question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- Kevin what is the Freeborn part numbers so I can look them up. i might be interested. Tha ...
Re: Kreg Screws and Glueing Joints A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- You can adjust the pocket depth to have a clearance hole in the pocketed piece. ...
Re: Compound Curve Crown Molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/24) -- Paul - I understand your point about the CNC. If you like to do it that way, ...
Re: Matching Dyed Veener--working with Dye stains A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/24) -- FYI... that's a very hard match... we often use that tabu on commercial millwork and I regula ...
Re: job dragging out client holding up completion A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/24) -- You could write them a very nice letter explaining that if they don't care abou ...
Re: HSD replacement shafts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- The folks at HSD in Hollywood, FL are always helpful on the phone. I'd call and speak with them if ...
Re: Compound Curve Crown Molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/24) -- Paul - Absolutely no offense taken. I really do appreciate the things a CNC c ...
Re: Biesse or Holzher Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- I found biesse 845 for fear price and i was thinking to add PUR Premelting unit to that m ...
Re: Biesse or Holzher Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/24) -- Good Morning Bob, When purchasing used please make sure you have viewed the unit. Get as ...
Re: Vortex CNC Dovetail Bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- Brad I got that. I am looking for sample G-code. I can work from that, but getting sample G-code wi ...
Re: draftsight A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/24) -- Use PEDIT - M (Multiple) - J (Join) After joining, you can reverse direction - R (Reverse) We have ...
Cabinet Vision Essential Shop Drawings A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/24) -- I previously used CV Kitchen Builder software for my cabinet business. I closed about five years ag ...
Re: Phenolic Countertop feed and speed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- Mark, Phenolic is tough stuff, but with the right bit it cuts well. I've used a 3/8" 3 flute s ...
Re: Pricing prefinished trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/24) -- Hey Nick, Indeed. I've never tried spraying a penetrating stain. I always apply that by hand. ...
Re: adhesive of sanding conveyor belt A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/24) -- I would STRONGLY discourage you from using a "clipper laced" belt unless ...
Re: RE: Better blades producing less sawdust A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/24) -- What species are you milling? Some, such as cottonwood, need a wider kerf (more set t ...
Re: Cutting A/C plywood A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- Thanks for those. Yes, it's 3/4" material. We have to press it down for the vacuum to hold, so ...
Re: Starting a new company, what's most important? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/24) -- Like Derrek said. But it depends on the technology of the builder. If the cases ...
Re: Compression bit yield on melamine A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- We use an Onsrud 3/8" compression with the marathon coating. We cut a lot of laminated panels ...
Re: Cutting A/C plywood A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/24) -- If you tab it and leave it as a sheet you can put screws in the corners. Even you have to get your ...
Re: Installing painted crown molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/24) -- Mohawk Fil-Stik putty sticks are a great way to clean up the 23ga nai ...
Re: Millwork with Ipe A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/24) -- Hi Geoff: All I can say is carbide, carbide, carbide when milling Ipe. It is ...
Re: Millwork with Ipe A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/24) -- Hi Geoff: We can supply you Genuine Swiss made solid carbide insert knives fo ...
Re: Millwork with Ipe A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/24) -- Tearout is not usually a problem with ipe. Its so hard it machines like plast ...
Re: 20mil vs 10mil A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (4/24) -- Leo, I would call around and question your suppliers about the veneer thickness. I work mostly w ...
Re: 20mil vs 10mil A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (4/24) -- It may vary by supplier but I was told the veneer on 10 mil is .020 and on 20 mil it's .035. You ...
Re: Kitchen Cabinet installation Pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/24/25) -- Starting your own kitchen cabinet installation service in the GTA ...
Re: Edge bander tighten pad A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/24/25) -- While specific procedures can vary depending on the model, here ar ...
Re: Anyone have a Minimax T124 Lathe? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/24/23) -- Thanks for the response! My work neighbors are machinists, so I'm super lucky that ...
Re: Hinge replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24/23) -- Mr. Lee If your hinge is one of the "Big 4" manufacturers of Concealed hinge ...
Re: In between overlay measurements A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24/23) -- One more thing. You can also use a 9/16" overlay hinge. This will adjust up to 5/ ...
Re: Pneumatic tracking on a wide belt sander. A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/24/22) -- Here's another problem I have with getting replacement parts. I go to Powermati ...
Oak staining A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- Hello hope your doing great I have a small project wall cladding and an entry door located ne ...
Re: Cabinet Vision Question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/24) -- Hi there, I have a question on the E symbol on some individual pieces i have on shelves in a unit i ...
Re: Touch ups on prefinished cabinet crown joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- Hi Rich , To answer your questions: 1) I did not finish it. It came from a large custom cabin ...
Re: Pricing for finishing cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- Jacob, Pricing has a lot of variables, you received quite a few numbers on this forum and the ...
Re: Line boring or CNC boring A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24) -- I would look at panther, or elite series machines, the Elite is the Cobra on steroids, Li ...
Re: Bending Materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/24) -- Kerfcore and Flexcore, you'll never look back. I use glue and staples and fil ...
Re: Straight line Rip Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/24) -- I'd have to say if you are ripping with a table saw that adding a SLR will be the ...
Re: Finishing an air dried stack A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/24) -- After air drying, did you bring the wood into a heated area? The best you can do in M ...
Re: using epoxy A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24) -- I'd say your biggest concern is over tightening on those clamps. You can starve an epoxy ...
Re: CAT gun issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- stupid question but is your gun handle screen in good shape or new? and of the correct mesh s ...
Re: garage shop guy... am I hated? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/24) -- No, you are welcomed! (different trade - upholstery, similar situation) I have ...
Re: Rough Cut Plastic Laminate on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (3/24) -- If its just simple strips and rectangles no. With odd shapes and curves ...
Re: Base size A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/24) -- Common sense can apply. If you don't like the answers you are getting, ignore them. Wh ...
Re: Curts Thumb A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/24) -- I vote for the guy who invented sawstop. Before he came along, the tool manufac ...
UV epoxy drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/24) -- Hi, anyone used the UV epoxy? Recently my client want to buy a UV led drying machine from us, ...
Re: RTA Fittings A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24) -- A single hole cam puts all the fastening stress on the outer edges of the hole drilled ov ...
Re: Spoilboard cover for unused sections? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/24) -- Rebuild and configure your plenum so that you have one or more zones that cover that 48x96 area, an ...
Re: Rough Cut Plastic Laminate on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (3/24) -- Thank you Sngalpuss- How do you cut the normal square parts? Just let th ...
Re: Business PlanExample A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/24) -- Hi Mel, I think part of it is that it is very personal. Not that I don't want t ...
Re: Started charging for design/bids A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/24) -- When a client calls me asking if I could come out to look at their project, I a ...
carving tools A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/24) -- Now that I can cut a straight line, I'm looking to starting a little simple carving with my machine ...
Re: Titus level question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/24) -- If you're talking about the flange at the top of the leveler, it's extended on one side s ...