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    Laser Alternatives
    A discussion of laser layout equipment, software, and a low-tech shop-rigged alternative. July 2, 2005

    Solar Kiln Designs 3 -- Solar Heated, Lumber Dry Kiln Designs - Part 3
    An in depth article by Gene Wengert and Luiz Carlos Oliveira

    Understanding Pressure, Airflow, and Hose Diameter with HVLP Sprayguns
    The math gets tricky, but here's some commonsense advice on getting the pressure and flow you need at the spraygun tip. February 23, 2008

    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

    Opening Laminate Joints Mystery
    in a long MDF and laminate countertop? March 14, 2005

    Construction Details for a Large Glazed Entry Door
    Door builders discuss joinery, hinging, and materials choices for a big, heavy door with five horizontal lights.November 14, 2011

    Dust Collection System Component Sizing
    A long conversation on sizing ducts, blast gates, et cetera to match a small cyclone dust collector. January 28, 2009

    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

    CAM Toolpaths for Sweeping Out a Bowl Shape
    A CNC operator gets advice on programming his machine to scoop out a bowl in a butcher-block top. August 3, 2009

    Frame press - Troubleshooting Flatness Problems with Vacuum Press Veneering
    This discussion has extensive advice on tweaking a vacuum press to create effective vacuum, even pressure, and a flat result in the product. October 19, 2013

    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

    Calculating Airflow and Velocity in Ducts Joined by a Wye
    Detailed advice on how to set up a two-duct dust-collector system for good air-flow volume and air speed. December 6, 2006

    Twisted timbers
    Determining the cause of twisting in Douglas fir construction timbers. August 10, 2000

    Joinery for a Solid Teak Table
    Furnituremakers advise on a tricky table construction project. January 18, 2011

    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

    Durable Wood for Porch Decking
    What natural wood species might be suitable for a covered porch floor? June 26, 2009

    Large-Dimension Ipe Exterior Woodwork
    A woodworker puzzles over some troubling issues with a 12-inch by 3-inch Ipe rail cap detail. July 30, 2009

    Methods and Materials for an Outdoor Curved Stair
    A woodworker gets advice about replacing a beautiful and well-made outdoor curved stair. April 22, 2014

    Whether to Thin a Conversion-Varnish Seal Coat
    A discussion of seal coat application and performance with conversion varnishes. September 16, 2008

    Selling Furniture at a Street Craft Fair
    A craft fair is no place to sell pricey furniture. However, they do offer opportunity for some. August 3, 2009

    Distressing Oak to Create Deep Grain Texture
    Outstanding examples and explanation of how to create a deep, worn-in grain texture using wire-brush wheels. January 19, 2012

    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

    Tablesaw blade guards
    Choosing the best blade guard/dust collector. April 9, 2003

    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

    Wrinkling Conversion Varnish
    Why is CV wrinkling with dark colored stains? June 21, 2004

    Veneer Plus Contact Cement Plus Lacquer Equals Malfunction
    Veneer Forum members help troubleshoot a project gone bad. October 17, 2012

    Employee Accountability
    10/24/2014

    Dealing with Insects in Furniture
    Advice on heat-treating a Persimmon hutch that is being attacked by beetles. February 14, 2010

    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

    Whether to Back Out of a Job over Site Conditions
    Cabinet installers discuss the contract and management issues involved when you encounter unexpected and troublesome site conditions. May 7, 2007

    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

    Charging for estimates
    Is it ever done in a cabinet shop, and if so, how? October 2, 2001

    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.

    Straightening Frameless Cabinet Sides
    Dealing with bowed plywood that causes drawers to jam in a frameless cabinet. November 7, 2007

    Charging Sales Tax for Cabinetry
    Sales tax laws vary from state to state and situation to situation. Here's a closer look. June 2, 2009

    Wainscot with toe kick
    Notching and other ideas for integrating a toe kick with wainscot. January 3, 2003

    Feed speed and knife life
    How the former affects the latter. January 15, 2003

    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

    Solid Surface Seam Kit Mixing Problems
    Troubleshooting mixing problems in the seam adhesive applicators for solid surface countertops. February 14, 2010

    How to Make Historically Accurate Curved Window Frames
    Advice on whether (and how) to steam-bend, laminate, or "brick-lay" the parts for a reproduction curved window. April 22, 2014

    Straightening Cupped Slabs of Pine
    Detailed information and advice on removing cup from wide boards. April 30, 2009

    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

    CNC Design and Control Software for Boat Interiors
    Advice on using Rhino software for curved work on boats (particularly the interiors). October 19, 2014

    Glazing Performance with MDF Versus Wood
    Will a glazed finish hold up better on wood than it will on MDF? September 29, 2009

    Whether to Install Drawer Fronts and Doors on Site or in the Shop
    Some cabinetmakers like to add doors and drawer fronts on site, but others do that work in the shop. Here's a look at the reasons for both ways of working. August 30, 2011

    Older Moulder Spindle Alignment Problems
    Expert advice on finding the reasons for a moulder spindle going out of alignment with the table. December 9, 2010

    Who's Responsible For Protecting Cabinets After Installation?
    Cabinetmakers discuss the measures they take to protect cabinets while construction continues, and the risks involved. June 11, 2014

    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

    Attaching Face Frames to Corner Cabinets
    Approaches to angle transitions and tips on face frame assembly for corner cabinets. December 28, 2005

    Spraygun Cleaning Systems
    Here's a wide-ranging discussion on solvents and equipment for cleaning sprayguns. February 1, 2015

    Recessed Scribes for Frameless Cabinet Installation
    Advice on accurate scribing for scribe strips against walls, when the strips are set back slightly from the cabinet face. February 11, 2010

    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

    Frameless Cabinets With Traditional Look
    Achieving quality and style with framless construction. April 4, 2004

    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

    White Ash, Emerald Borer, Quarantine, and De-Barking
    Technical and legal isues relating to log transport, hygeine, and limiting the spread of damaging insect infestations. September 6, 2010

    Fastening countertops
    How to fasten a laminated particleboard countertop to cabinets. March 28, 2001

    One-Belt Versus Two-Belt Wide-Belt Sanders
    Shop owners discuss wide-belt sander choices. March 13, 2007

    Duplicating a Ceruse Finish
    A finisher tries to figure out how to copy the finish in a photo — but then he gets the answer. April 18, 2015

    Cork Flooring: Install Before or After Cabinets?
    A discussion of the practical issues with cabinets and a floating cork floor. November 30, 2009

    Dado processing
    Methods and equipment for producing dados. October 30, 2003

    Whether to Use Reclaimed Pickle-Vat Lumber for Stickers
    An interesting discussion on the properties of old-growth lumber that has been used in a vat for brining pickles. June 13, 2014

    Sawing Up Some High-Grade Cherry
    Most sawyers advise flat-sawing nice Cherry for grade. March 31, 2008

    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

    Dining Top From Hardwood Flooring
    02/19/2013

    Miterfolds for clean corner joints
    A sweet technique for classy corners. November 21, 2003

    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

    Filing the Edges of Plastic Laminate Doors
    Advice on how to minimize the necessary hand labor required for dressing the corners of edgebanded P-lam doors. March 13, 2007

    Applying Painted End Panels with a Seamless Look
    Cabinetmakers work on a way to add a painted end panel to a cabinet without showing a seam where the panel meets the face frame. February 1, 2011

    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

    Clogged Dust Collector Lines on a 5-Head Moulder
    When dust collection lines plug up, the problem could be vacuum, wood moisture content, or other factors. April 10, 2007

    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

    Working with Paper/Resin Composite Countertops
    These paper and resin composite materials cut and sand nicely. Here are some tips. September 26, 2006

    Entry Door Wood Choices
    What's the best wood species for a custom exterior door?

    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

    Suitable Substrates for Laminate
    A discussion of which countertop materials are compatible with laminate, and why. July 13, 2010

    Sliding-Table Shapers for End Tenoning
    Cabinetmakers talk equipment for machining tenons. May 11, 2011

    Coped Crown Installation
    Coping in an octagonal room. April 18, 2004

    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

    Working with Wormy Chestnut
    Advice on machining and finishing wormy Chestnut. February 21, 2011

    Troubleshooting Orange Peel with Waterborne Lacquers
    Formula thinning and spraygun adjustments solve an orange peel problem for a finisher. April 29, 2011

    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

    When is three-phase power -- the right choice?
    A primer on three-phase power, and when it's appropriate to make the switch from single-phase. June 14, 2000

    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

    Upper-Cab Moulding and Irregular Ceilings
    Pros share perspectives and ideas on dealing with out-of-level ceilings. August 29, 2005

    Thinning and Gun Setting for Spraying Primer with Air-Assisted Airless Sprayguns
    A newcomer gets advice on thinning and settings for an air-assisted airless spraygun. November 14, 2014

    Knife Steel 101
    Here's a nice rundown of the various materials used to make cutter knives, along with some lively discussion. November 27, 2007

    Melamine And Water
    Is melamine safe for cabinet interiors under sinks? April 18, 2006

    Fine Points of End Coating
    Advice on applying Anchorseal or roofing tar to log ends immediately after felling. October 19, 2013

    "Loss Leaders"
    Should you take jobs you don't want in hopes of landing future work with the same customer? December 28, 2005

    Millwork Touch-up and Repair
    A visitor seeks advice on how to get training in the fine art of fixing faults. February 26, 2005

    Raised Panel Finish Trim Around Replacement Windows
    Undersized replacement windows in the fat wall of an older house create an opportunity for a creative, custom raised-panel window surround. May 21, 2007

    Drying Juvenile SYP
    A few thoughts on the challenges of high-volume drying of 2x4 lumber cut from very small trees. June 13, 2014

    Gluing Ipe in a Harsh Outdoor Environment
    Resorcinol tops the list of recommended adhesives for an Ipe glue-up in an outdoor ocean-front location. October 13, 2010

    Is Western Hemlock Suitable for Doors and Window Sash?
    A discussion of the properties and best use of Hemlock. September 7, 2013

    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

    Whether to Seal Before Spraying Dyes
    Do dye sprays require pre-sealing the wood? Depends on the intended look. April 30, 2006

    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

    Curved Stairway Trim Job
    Where chair rail meets moulding. February 28, 2004

    Large Veneered Conference Table Top
    A discussion of how to lay up veneered components and assemble them for a large conference table. March 13, 2009

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying Thick Maple
    Drying 12/4 hard Maple, a kiln operator walks a fine line between checking and staining. Here's more. July 29, 2011

    Safety and climb cutting
    Safety issues involved in climb cutting with a shaper. January 21, 2003

    CNC Routing Chipboard with Two Passes
    Here's a discussion of the fine points of onion-skin techniques for cutting small parts. December 2, 2011

    Cost Cutting and Productivity Boost for Small Box Production
    Outsourcing some lumber profiling for a small custom item could carry a big comparative advantage. April 15, 2012

    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

    Wood dust hazards and safety gear
    A detailed look at personal safety precautions for those exposed to wood dust.

    Appliance Panels and Floor Edge Mouldings: Whose Job?
    Cabinet installers discuss their policies on dealing with end-of-job punch list items. January 26, 2008

    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

    Manufacturing Pellet-Stove Fuel
    Thoughts and information on how to process sawdust into fuel pellets. March 14, 2006

    Matching the Grain Definition of Solvent-Borne Stain Using Waterbornes
    Careful colorant choice, some formula tweaking, and careful application may do the trick. July 14, 2010

    Replaceable Cutterheads Versus Re-Sharpening
    A quick discussion on the pros and cons of resharpening your own tooling on the planer. April 18, 2015

    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

    Long Pants, Breaks, and Safety Rules
    A discussion of clothing requirements and lunch and break rules in wood shops. March 28, 2010

    Setting Up for Lock-Miter Joints
    Setting up machines for efficient production using lock-miter joinery. March 27, 2012

    Stair Tread Returns
    Tips on applying returns to the end of stair treads. December 26, 2006

    Setting Up a Boring Machine to Make Shorter Pockets
    Tips on using shims to tweak the configuration of pocket holes produced by a boring machine. November 29, 2014

    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

    Identifying the Wood Species for an Antique Chair
    April 18, 2010

    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

    Weinig Moulder Help
    10/26/2013

    Setting Special Order Minimums
    02/26/2014

    Opening the Grain on Polished Molding
    A discussion of how to prepare wood grain to better accept an oil-based stain. March 29, 2006

    Troubleshooting Bowing in Engineered Flooring Layups
    Veneer balancing issues, as well as glue characteristics, could explain why laminated engineered wood flooring panels are curling badly. December 29, 2008

    Optimizing Frameless Cabinet Construction for Materials Saving
    Cabinetmakers kick around design ideas for minimal materials use in a frameless cab. May 27, 2008

    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

    Termite Infestation — Is Imported Plywood to Blame?
    Termites need a source of water to survive, so they are unlikely to arrive in plywood shipped from overseas. August 19, 2013

    History Snapshot: A World War II Wooden Airplane
    A video and discussion of an Australian World War II fighter plane built with wood and glue. February 19, 2013

    Moisture variance in red oak
    Basic drying procedures and a discussion of bacteria in red oak. February 13, 2001

    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

    Settings for an Air-Assisted Airless Spray Gun
    Pros advise a beginner on how to ease up on the right fluid and air pressure settings for his new AAA equipment. April 19, 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

    Removing Tung Oil from Existing Finished Cabinets
    How do you get Tung Oil off cabinets without damaging the underlying previous finish? That depends on the nature of the underlying coat. May 6, 2014

    Attaching Cabinets To Concrete Or Steel Stud Walls
    Pros give tips on cleats and specialty screws. April 14, 2005

    Doors: Outsourcing vs. in-house
    Exploring issues of quality control, efficiency and profitability. November 7, 2001

    Troubleshooting Edgebander Cutting Issues
    Keeping the knife well sharpened and lubricated helps. So does keeping the air lines and filters clear. September 16, 2013

    Sapwood and heartwood
    Questions on sapwood and heartwood of pecan and hickory, and how-to instructions for quartersawing. April 4, 2001

    Creative Uses for Scrap
    October 26, 2012

    Double Sided Planers Versus Carpet Feed Planers
    A little insight into how two-sided planers work, and which machines are appropriate for which shops. January 17, 2011

    3PH Timesaver In 1PH Shop?
    10/30/2014

    Door-Sample Carrying Case Ideas
    Woodworkers discuss ways to haul a few sample doors around for showing clients. April 20, 2008

    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

    Extra-Large Exterior Plank Entry Doors
    Some suggested methods for making large plank doors. October 11, 2007

    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

    Troubleshooting Planer Setup and Tearout
    Tips on setting up a planer to avoid tearout. January 2, 2012

    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

    Stop Options for Inset Doors
    There's more than one way to stop a door. August 29, 2005

    Milling Rosettes
    Information on rosette cutters, and other advice on techniques for machining rosettes. June 23, 2006

    Uses for Mulberry Wood
    Mulberry is nice for turnings, knick-knacks, and furniture. April 18, 2009

    Flooring Joint Profiles
    Is it okay to saw strip flooring with a flat shoulder joint instead of a V groove? June 4, 2012

    Should Hardwood be Air-Dried Before Kiln-Drying?
    A discussion on the best drying schedule for maple, white ash, black ash, beech, cherry, and birch. December 1, 2005

    Dumb Acad Question
    05/07/2013

    Orbital Sander Tips
    Cabinetmakers give advice on avoiding swirl marks. July 22, 2005

    Kitchen and Cabinet Crown Molding
    Matching the molding details when cabinets meet the ceiling. May 4, 2005

    Identifying an Oak Log
    but what does it smell like? February 14, 2006

    Dump Cycle Kiln Drying
    A discussion of the value of periodic high-volume venting during the kiln-drying process. July 13, 2006

    Waxy Stripper Residue Problem
    How to get stripper residue off imperfectly stripped and sanded doors, before spraying an opaque finish. May 7, 2009

    Fast-Setting Glue for Door Glue-Ups
    Advice on locating and using quick-setting PVA adhesives for woodworking applications. April 20, 2008

    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

    5 Piece Door Construction Method
    08/02/2015

    Switching from Wood Finisher to Auto Finisher
    If you want to go from spraying wood to spraying cars, you'll find it's a different ball game. July 28, 2008

    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

    End Panel for a Dishwasher in a Frameless Cabinet Run
    When the dishwasher falls at the end of a run of frameless cabinets, what's a good end panel detail? Here are several suggestions. June 17, 2010

    Drying Wood in a Shipping-Container Kiln
    Insights on using a dehumidifier kiln built from a shipping container. December 11, 2007

    Coved backsplashes on solid surface
    Is this a bad idea? April 2, 2002

    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

    Reconciling Contradictory Moisture Readings
    A pin-type moisture meter and a pinless moisture meter disagree during a quality-control check. What's going on? June 16, 2014

    Toning with Waterborne Lacquer
    Tips on sneaking up on the tone you want. August 15, 2011

    Can You Patent a Woodworking Joint?
    Thoughts on whether woodworking ideas qualify as intellectual property. May 21, 2009

    Flushing and Cleaning Spray Equipment
    Finishers describe their maintenance cleaning routines. February 19, 2006

    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

    Minimizing Tearout on an Old Crescent Planer
    Advice on tuning and sharpening tweaks to reduce tearout on an older crescent planer. March 13, 2009

    Finishing the Ends of Cedar Chair Slats
    Woodworkers suggest ways to automate end finishing of pieces. October 4, 2007

    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

    Finishing maple like aged cherry
    Getting a dark, aged effect on maple. February 13, 2001

    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

    Coping Highly-Detailed Crown Moulding
    So hard, it's probably not worth the effort. December 27, 2007

    On-Site Kitchen Finishing Advice
    Tips on spray finishing kitchen cabinets on site. May 13, 2009

    Cleaning the Spray Gun
    Secrets from the auto-body side. March 18, 2005

    Railing to Newel Transition
    Advice on turning and terminating a handrail at the upper newel post. April 4, 2011

    Yellow Streaks in Claro Walnut After Kiln-Drying
    Bacterial infection inhibits drying in walnut, leading to visible discoloration that is revealed when the wood is planed. December 11, 2007

    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

    Applying Parchment as a Laminate
    Advice on adhesives, substrates, and sealers for parchment applied to a table top. April 29, 2010

    Attaching 3/4-Inch Plywood Cabinet Backs
    Cabinetmakers describe alternative ways of fastening cabinet backs to carcases. April 9, 2008

    Matching a Satin Nickel Finish
    Suggestions for how to finish a wood mirror frame to match nearby brushed nickel faucets. March 30, 2008

    Speeding Up CNC Feed Rates Around Corners
    Advice on how to safely tweak the cutterhead feed speed up when routing corners, to prevent burning. September 27, 2008

    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

    Troubleshooting an Out-of-Whack Jointer
    Woodworkers discuss what could make a jointer create taper on boards. January 10, 2006

    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

    Routing Dust Collector Exhaust
    12/19/2012

    Assembling Frameless Casework
    Dowel, dado, or confirmat screw? August 9, 2005

    Warp-Free Hardwood Doors
    How do you keep large doors flat? Cabinetmakers discuss materials, construction methods, and finishing. July 21, 2005

    Specifying Glass for a Table Top
    tempered or untempered glass? Furniture makers exchange views. June 20, 2005

    S4S Planing Equipment for a Small Shop
    Shopping for a four-head moulder that's practical for dressing lumber in a small shop. October 4, 2011

    Drawing A Trey Ceiling In CV
    05/09/2013

    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

    Whether to Spray-Finish Cabinets on Site
    Finishing on site is more troublesome, but may have some advantages. May 12, 2008

    Installing New Doors and Drawers in Old Face-Frame Cabinets
    June 26, 2009

    Fastening Stone Countertops
    Ways to hold marble tops in place. May 10, 2005

    Mixing Rock Maple & Soft Maple
    Their colors will blend and match, if you're careful. October 1, 2005

    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

    Construction Boring Machines: Top Versus Bottom
    Considering the pros and cons of boring from the top or the bottom. November 15, 2011

    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

    Throat Plate Tweak for Laser-Guided Sliding Table Saw
    Advice on a shop-rigged throat plate for a sliding table saw to augment the laser guide, and tips on zeroing in the laser for accuracy. June 18, 2010

    Drying wood for musical instruments
    A primer on various lumber drying techniques as they relate to musical instrument construction. 1998.

    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

    Strip Wax
    09/25/2014

    Air Bubbles In Clear Acrylic Weld Joints
    Tricks of the trade for preventing those pesky bubbles. April 10, 2005

    Troubleshooting Planer Snipe
    An unattached snap ring left a chip breaker free to bounce around. January 12, 2015

    Stair-Tread-to-Landing Transition
    Tips on installing stair landings. October 25, 2006

    Chemical Sprays for Controlling Mold on Green Lumber
    By and large, chemical treatments are ineffective for preventing mold or bluestain. Quick drying is your best bet. March 31, 2008

    Adding Supplemental Heat to a Solar Kiln
    Extra heat for a solar kiln could help in some circumstances, but hurt in others. February 12, 2007

    Filling Large Knotholes in Alder
    Thoughts on dealing with the big knotholes in rustic-looking Knotty Alder wood. February 24, 2008

    Supporting an Overhanging Granite Countertop
    What sort of fastening and support will make a projecting granite bar top rock solid? Pros provide advice. November 21, 2005

    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

    Applying Glue to Coped Ends of Door Rails
    Cabinetmakers discuss glue applicator technologies. July 10, 2009

    Spiral planer heads
    Descriptions, pros and cons of different kinds of planer heads, with an emphasis on the spiral type. June 13, 2001

    Troubleshooting Veneer Failure on MDF
    Contact cement is the culprit in a veneer bubbling incident. Rx: re-do with the right glue. April 21, 2008

    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

    Darkening Quilted Maple While Enhancing the Grain
    Tips on getting a slight tint on Maple while helping the grain to pop. July 16, 2012

    Cabinet Bottom and Sides Material
    Cabinetmakers discuss the materials they use for parts of a cabinet that don't show. October 22, 2005

    Invisible Laminate Seaming
    Advice on getting a visually acceptable seam in laminate. February 29, 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

    Caulking the Joints of Painted Doors
    To caulk or not to caulk? And if to caulk, how to caulk? Good tips here on tips. February 21, 2011

    Auxiliary Shaper Fences
    Aftermarket and shop-rigged solutions for add-on outboard fences for a shaper. October 29, 2008

    Supporting Solid Surface Vanity Tops
    Thoughts on structural details for support of projecting solid surface tops. November 25, 2008

    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

    MDF Crown Moulding in a Bath or Shower
    Installers report mixed experiences with MDF mouldings in damp areas. Climate might be a factor. March 26, 2012

    A Strong Miter Joint in an Exterior Teak Railing
    Pre-soaking in epoxy, and half-lapping if possible, are recommended to strenthen an exterior miter joint. November 23, 2012

    Timber Framing with Red Oak
    The material needs to be kept dry. Here's info on that, and some other useful tips. November 3, 2010

    Sawing Dawn Redwood
    A discussion of the characteristics of lumber sawn from Dawn Redwood. March 28, 2010

    Clamping and Gluing 45-Degree Corners
    Tape, biscuits, pocket screws? Pros share techniques for gluing faces to bases. March 17, 2005

    Air Supply Chiller Choices
    Thoughts on choosing a refrigerated air supply drying setup for the shop. February 20, 2011

    Face-Frame Scribing Ideas
    Various ways to scribe for a snug fit where a cabinet butts to a wall. October 9, 2006

    Diamond Versus Carbide: Tool Life and Production Trade-Off
    Diamond bits last longer, but need to run slower than carbide because of overheating problems. December 2, 2011

    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

    Tolerance for Moulding Dimensions
    Moulding manufacturers discuss the limits of perfection in wood machining. January 13, 2006

    Turning Sawdust and Shavings into Fuel
    Shop owners discuss machinery that makes logs or briquettes out of wood waste. April 30, 2006

    Miter-Fold Techniques
    A few tips and tricks for effective miter-folding. April 17, 2009

    Solid-Surface Edging for Laminate Countertops
    Countertop pros give advice on a troublesome detail that probably isn't worth the hassle. July 30, 2007

    Wood Versus MDF for Painted Cabinet Doors
    MDF doors avoid the moisture-related movement and paint cracking issues of solid wood. March 26, 2009

    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

    Matching Stair Stringer Trim to Baseboard
    Advice on making stair stringer trim match up nicely with baseboard on the floor or landing. October 23, 2007

    Curved Work - with Form Outside the Bag
    Creating vacuum-pressed curved parts with the clamping form outside the vacuum bag. March 10, 2002

    Crown Moulding for Frameless Cabinets
    Installers explain various ways to apply crown moulding to the tops of frameless cabs. November 10, 2006

    Troubleshooting Airless Air-Assist Overspray
    Clogged ventilation filters in the spray booth or static in the air could cause overspray to occur underneath panels. May 17, 2005

    Allergic Reaction To Lacquer Thinner
    02/10/2015

    Hanging Architectural Panels with Z-Clips
    Advice on hanging large wood wall panels with no fasteners showing. February 23, 2010

    Keeping sawblades cool
    What to use and how to do it safely. October 24, 2001

    Line Boring Attachment, or Dedicated Machine?
    A separate machine for line boring makes more practical sense than buying an attachment for another machine. April 20, 2008

    Shopping for Case Clamps
    If you use dowel joinery to build cabinets, what's the most practical choice in a case clamp system? February 2, 2011

    Loosening Seized-Up Machinery
    It ain't no use if you ain't got the juice. April 21, 2011

    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

    Troubleshooting Fuzzy Cut Edges on Plywood with CNC
    Suggestions for programming tricks, climb cutting, bit choices, and sanding attachments for a CNC user who's getting fuzzy edges. August 22, 2013

    Finishing Cost For Gloss Finish
    02/25/2015

    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

    Room Temperature and Low Temperature Performance of HMPSAs
    Formulating hot melt glues to perform well both at room temperature and at cold temperatures is a significant technical challenge. September 2, 2006

    Fabric Softener for Steam Bending
    Fact or legend? Rumor has it that fabric softener makes steam-bending easier. October 26, 2007

    Webbing type adhesives and veneer
    Ar canister spary systems appropriate for use with sheet veneer? September 25, 2002

    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

    Tool Compensation
    09/25/2014

    Is a Motorized Sliding Table Saw Fence Worth It?
    Cabinetmakers describe the benefits of upgrading the fence on a slider. June 15, 2009

    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

    Characteristics of Honeylocust Wood
    Thoughts on Honeylocust, a little-known but attractive and useful wood species. June 30, 2007

    A Detached Solar Collector for a Lumber Drying Kiln
    A discussion of whether to add a detached solar collector to an insulated drying shed, or to use a dehumidifier instead. January 28, 2014

    Cutting a Circle on the Table Saw
    With the right jig, it's quick and slick. March 17, 2005

    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

    Troubleshooting Fuzzy Edges on CNC-Made Moldings
    Advice on reducing surface roughness and fuzz when machining complicated molding details in Poplar. July 15, 2014

    Kitchen Corner Cabinet Ideas
    Pros share ideas, designs, and photos of Lazy Susan corner solutions. June 28, 2005

    Shelf Edge Treatment
    Alternatives to edgebanding for plywood shelf edges. May 22, 2006

    Dealing with Leased Equipment when Going Out of Business
    A look at managing the legal details when auctioning off shop equipment: how do you handle leased machines? November 28, 2011

    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

    Set First, Then Sharpen? Or the Other Way Round?
    Sawmill operators discuss the order of steps for sharpening blades. April 20, 2011

    Durability of Board and Batten Siding
    What wood species will last well unpainted in a board and batten siding application? June 9, 2007

    Drying Bowl and Platter Blanks
    Rough-turn the pieces before drying for better results. August 30, 2005

    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

    Masking Cabinet Interiors Against Overspray
    Cabinetmakers describe how they mask off cabinets to protect interiors while spraying exteriors. November 11, 2006

    Is Eastern Red Cedar Suitable for a Sauna?
    Potential toxicity and non-durability of the sapwood are issues that could affect the decision. March 12, 2014

    Accomodating Flooring Thickness in New Construction Cabinet Installs
    Cabinet installers debate whether to jack up cabinet heights when installing cabs before finish flooring is down. November 11, 2005

    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

    Feed Rates and Speeds for Scribing Metal-and-Plastic Composite
    CNC owners offer advice for engraving letters in an unusual composite panel (metal laminated to plastic). December 31, 2012

    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

    Longevity of Clear Roofing for Kilns
    Clear roofing panels vary widely in composition, quality, and durability. December 8, 2012

    Wire edge on planer knives
    Tips for deburring freshly ground planer knives. January 24, 2001

    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

    Troubleshooting Bubbles in a Vacuum-Press Veneer Glue-Up
    Platen characteristics, veneer issue, or glue quality might be to blame for small bubbles appearing under the veneer. April 7, 2008

    Drum Sander Sandpaper Choices
    Simple tips on finding and attaching sandpaper for your drum sander. March 25, 2008

    Mahogany Supply and Varieties
    More info on what "Mahogany" really means, and information on the availability of various types. April 6, 2007

    Supporting Drawer Slides in Face-Frame Cabinets
    When face frames aren't flush with the cabinet box, setting drawer slides is tricky. Cabinetmakers share tips and techniques. July 9, 2005

    Retarder to correct overspray?
    A discussion of the usefulness of lacquer retarder in minimizing overspray on cabinet interiors. August 10, 2000

    Doweling Plywood Cabinets
    01/29/2015

    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

    Spray Tips and Adjustments for a Kremlin Airmix Gun
    January 29, 2009

    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

    Value of a Large Norfolk Pine
    An interesting species to woodturners, this tree has an unusual history. August 29, 2006

    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

    Suitable Breeds for Horse Logging
    Some horses are suited to skidding logs, and others are not. October 1, 2010

    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

    Outsourced Cabinet Door Squareness and Size Tolerances & sizing
    Should you have to trim outsourced cab doors to make them square and right-sized? January 28, 2009

    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

    Crown Molding for Radiused-Corner Cabinet Tops
    An explanation of how to mill curved crown molding for application to radiused corners. June 23, 2006

    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

    Job-Site Sprayer Choices
    Pros discuss basic equipment for spraying in the field. November 12, 2006

    Cost of Shop Drawings
    Pros consider perspectives on drafting's share of the cost of a kitchen job. November 26, 2007

    Door Panel Glue-Up Workflow
    Does anyone lay up door panels in long lengths and then cut down the blanks into multiple doors? October 26, 2013

    Supporting a Molded Plastic Sink
    Suggestions: wooden supports or a mortar bed. January 21, 2007

    Drawer Front and Door Suppliers
    Cabinetmaker gets suggestions on economical sources for drawer fronts and cabinet doors. June 17, 2005

    Troubleshooting an Edgebander Pre-Heat Fence
    The pre-heating fence on an edgebander is a seldom-used accessory. It may be repairable with off-the-shelf components. January 2, 2012

    Wood Movement-doors
    04/01/2015

    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

    Creating the Flat View of a Cone Surface Segment
    Here's the math and the AutoCAD technique for removing the skin from a cone. February 26, 2007

    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

    Frame and Panel Table Top Construction
    Tips and techniques for making picture-frame table tops that accomodate movement. August 21, 2006

    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

    Finishing Problem - When Excess Glue Interferes with Stain
    Residual glue squeeze-out on a door causes problems with stain absorption, and finishers offer fixes. March 25, 2007

    Northern Versus Southern Red Oak
    The characteristics of Oak vary from North to South. Here's more. April 15, 2013

    Fixing Dust Specks in Finish
    Here are a few touch-up suggestions for occasional dust blemishes in a finish coat. December 31, 2013

    Digger Pine: Is it Useful?
    Well ... maybe for firewood (outdoors). July 3, 2008

    Advice for Working with Hickory
    Use extra-sharp, hard tools and expect to see some waste anyhow. September 3, 2011

    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

    Recruiting Employees
    Ideas for enticing and signing on workers. July 24, 2001

    Removing bubbles in applied veneer
    Step-by-step instructions for getting rid of bubbles in oak veneer. June 20, 2001

    Knives 101
    Technical tips on choosing, adjusting, maintaining cutterhead knives. February 14, 2007

    Cabinet Scribing Hows and Whys
    Basic tips on fitting cabinets to floors and walls. November 11, 2005

    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

    Moulding maple versus oak
    Why such problematic tearout on one and not the other? September 23, 2003

    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

    Working with Drawings Generated by Older Versions
    To preserve compatibility, use "external reference" (XREF) to maintain the original file in its original state. June 8, 2008

    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

    Cherry Finish for Poplar
    and offer some advice. June 19, 2005

    Spraygun Cup Choices
    Pros and cons of various spraygun cups. November 25, 2008

    Cell Phones in the Shop
    Business owners discuss what rules to establish about cell phones, Walkmen, and other distracting electronic gear. December 14, 2005

    "Wenge-ing" white oak
    Turning oak black with an old-time method. August 29, 2001

    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

    Dust Collection - Need Help -
    09/02/2012

    Repairing Bubbled Veneer
    Diagnosis and suggested fixes for a case of veneer bubbling up after finish is applied. June 28, 2013

    Filling Nail Holes on Pre-Finished Stair Treads
    Tips on mixing wood filler out of glue and wood flour, to blend invisibly with the wood. March 4, 2009

    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

    Estimating price of CNC projects
    Formulas for calculating how much to charge on CNC jobs. January 3, 2001

    Tool Holder and Collet Maintenance
    How often should you clean or replace CNC tools and collets? December 27, 2007

    Material for Vacuum Pods or Cups
    CNC owners discuss the materials they use to machine their own vacuum pods. August 3, 2009

    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

    Frameless Sink Base for a Farmhouse Sink
    Tips on constructing the base cabinet for a farmhouse sink. January 13, 2009

    Chair Repair Options
    A quick discussion of different approaches to re-fastening or reinforcing a loose chair leg. July 20, 2011

    Step-Stool Strength Issues
    Furnituremakers consider the stresses on a two-step stool. January 23, 2012

    Qualities of Butternut
    Fuzzy, soft, and nice to look at — woodworkers share their experiences with Butternut wood. December 12, 2008

    Assorted Videos for Millwork Installers and Cabinetmakers
    January 25, 2007

    Jobsite Tool Carts
    Installers share ideas for keeping tools and materials organized on site. March 18, 2006

    Grinding Down Bits when Only the Tip is Worn
    ztp If you're cutting solid hardwood in many shallow passes, you may be able to re-grind bits and use them for longer.January 31, 2012

    Grinding custom shaper knives
    Does it make sense to grind your own shaper knives? June 6, 2001

    Joinery and Hardware for Narrow-Stile Architectural Doors
    Construction and hardware suggestions for doors with narrow vertical pieces, such as traditional French doors. September 15, 2011

    Calibrating Pressure Pot Fluid and Air Settings
    Advice for a beginner on dialing in air and fluid pressures for a new pressure pot setup. July 25, 2010

    Debarkers: why?
    Why debarkers are an essential tool in primary processing. October 15, 2001

    Winches for Loading Logs
    Bandmill operators discuss winches and trailers for moving logs. December 15, 2005

    Trestle Table Connection Details
    A discussion of joinery for attaching a trestle table top to the leg assemblies. February 8, 2008

    Automatic Water-Fill Dry-Wet Bulb RH Metering
    Advice on the fine points of keeping a relative humidity monitoring setup supplied with water for the wet bulb. June 13, 2014

    Sawing and Drying Red Gum
    Advice on how to process Red Gum and comments about its marketability. January 2, 2012

    Supporting the Front of a Farmhouse Sink Cabinet
    "Farmhouse" sinks have issues when it comes to support and access. August 14, 2007

    Machining for Lap Joints in 2x Stock
    Ideas for rapid removal of material for lap joining 2x4 and 2x6 pieces. July 13, 2006

    Hourly Shop Rates and Real Productive Time
    When you figure an hourly shop labor rate, how do you take into account unavoidable "wasted" time? May 5, 2007

    Raised Panel Column Proportions
    Laying out wall paneling that is practical, but pleasing. June 26, 2009

    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

    Five-Piece Drawer Front Attachment Tips
    Methods for attaching drawer fronts that are secure and allow adjustment. February 11, 2010

    Getting a Professional Edge on Laminate Without Filing
    A card scraper method and other tips for fine-tuning the edge of a laminate top without laborious hand filing. June 12, 2014

    Moisture Meter Quality and Price
    What makes a good moisture meter? March 3, 2006

    Troubleshooting Warpage with Kiln-Dried Cherry
    Why did a load of Cherry boards warp in the kiln? May 16, 2008

    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

    Simulated Copper Finishes for Exterior Wood
    Here's a handful of ideas for putting a copper look on a wood post. September 5, 2010

    Shopping for a Phase Converter
    Woodshop owners offer opinions on phase converter choices in the market. February 1, 2015

    Sanding Highly Figured Veneer
    Techniques to keep the figure from diminishing during sanding. April 14, 2005

    Refacing Vinyl-Wrapped Cabinet Face Frames
    A contractor gets advice on quick, effective ways to tackle a tricky refacing detail. December 28, 2005

    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

    Drawer Pull Drilling Jigs
    Buy a manufactured one, or make your own? January 26, 2008

    Visualizing Crown Moulding Miters Around a Chimney
    Help with the three-dimensional geometry for crown moulding installed around a chimney penetration in a cathedral ceiling. November 30, 2009

    Troubleshooting Warp in Postformed Laminate Countertops
    Without balanced lamination (top and bottom side), tops are prone to warpage. April 18, 2010

    Conversion Varnish "Bubbling" Concern
    Thinning, application and clean-up tips for trouble-free CV work. October 28, 2005

    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

    Cleaning a Spraygun when Changing from Solventborne to Waterborne Formulas
    Advice on cleaning an air-assisted airless spraygun before converting to waterbornes. April 16, 2010

    Working with High Gloss Laminate
    High gloss laminate telegraphs imperfections in the substrate. September 5, 2011

    Recommended 35mm Drilling Speeds
    08/12/2014

    What Size Log is Worth Quartersawing?
    Thoughts on the practicality of getting useful yield when quartersawing logs. October 3, 2009

    Clear Topcoats for Custom Finished Guitars
    A discussion of gloss finishes for guitars. July 17, 2008

    Dust Collector Fire and Explosion Prevention
    Thoughts on selecting a fire suppression or spark detection system for a dust collector bag. June 15, 2014

    Leather Inset for a Desk Top
    Ace advice for applying leather to a desktop. April 20, 2011

    More CNC Basics for Aluminum
    Basic advice on cutting aluminum on CNC equipment. December 27, 2006

    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

    Removing Old Laminate and Contact Cement
    Heat, solvent, and scraping do the trick. August 23, 2005

    Terminating Waiscoting at an Uncased Opening
    Wainscoting needs a door casing to end against, or it won't look right, a trim installer decides. May 6, 2006

    Chainsaw Bogging Down in Poplar
    Is it a wood problem, or a chainsaw problem? February 3, 2011

    Making a Curved Table Skirt
    Methods and materials for making up skirt pieces for a round Mahogany table. October 26, 2005

    Eliminating cross grain scratch problem when sanding
    Using orbital wide belt sanders and proper grit to solve the problem. February 23, 2001

    Application Tips for Gold Leaf
    Gold leaf gilding methods explained. December 9, 2010

    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

    Interesting Wood Choices for Custom Siding
    Woodworkers discuss tropical woods and decay-resistant softwood choices for architectural siding applications. June 29, 2008

    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

    Island Cabinet Clearance
    Thirty-six inches is minimum, and forty-two is better. November 11, 2005

    Resolution in 3D CNC Carving
    Tips on how to improve the rendering of fine detail in three-dimensional woodcarving using a CNC router. August 29, 2006

    Staining End Grain to Match
    Tips for staining end grain of door stiles to match the side grain of the rest of the door frame. April 30, 2009

    Repairing and Delaminating Edgebanding
    Fixes for edgebanding that is lifting off of particleboard shelf edges. November 13, 2009

    Calculating Remaining Edgebanding
    Formula to determine how much is left on the roll, with a nod to Archimedes. March 14, 2004

    Legal Limits on a Cabinet Job Down Payment
    Cabinetmakers explain how they deal with "10 percent down" state laws for remodeling contracts. March 6, 2008

    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

    Machining Brass with CNC Equipment
    Advice on lubrication and cooling when working with sheet brass on a CNC router. June 30, 2007

    CNC Routing: Minutes per Sheet
    Tracking the time it takes to cut out cabinet parts on a CNC router. August 17, 2006

    Characteristics and Usefulness of Sassafras
    Beauty and versatility give this lesser-used wood some economic value. January 18, 2011

    Matching an "Antique Oatmeal" Finish with a Dark Glaze
    Advice on matching a particular cabinet finish and a discussion of color matching in general, with a little geography and civics on the side. June 17, 2009

    Cherry Or Alder Debate
    05/29/2015

    Sanding Moulding Profiles
    Tips and tricks for sanding the profiles surface of trim moldings without overly softening the sharp edges. August 21, 2006

    Finishing Onsite
    09/16/2017

    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

    Choosing CNC Lubricant and Maintaining Oiling Systems
    Here's advice on choosing the proper lubricant so your oiling lines won't clog, and on unclogging the lines if need be. September 8, 2014

    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

    Chemically Weathering Pine
    Advice on how to give pine that instant touch of gray. August 16, 2009

    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

    Static Eliminators and Dust Control
    Gizmos versus spray products for keeping dust off pieces you're finishing. February 29, 2012

    Compressed Air Line Piping Material
    A discussion of copper, black iron, and PEX/aluminum air line tubing. March 28, 2015

    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

    Woodshop Heating Options
    More thoughts on the many ways to heat a woodshop. August 31, 2005

    Ripping Chain
    12/19/2013

    Reducing Grain Definition
    Pros share tips for filling pores to keep stain from over-enhancing the natural grain patterns of ash. June 28, 2005

    Raised Panel Cutter Options
    Shop owners compare the advantages of insert and tipped tooling for machining raised panel doors. October 20, 2005

    Using Double-Face Tape
    Pros discuss a wealth of applications for specialty double-sided tapes. July 9, 2005

    Cutting Cabinet Door Panels To Sixe
    02/23/2015

    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

    Laying Out a Forty-Five-Degree Peninsula
    Ideas for accurately placing angled cabinets on site. December 9, 2007

    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

    Net measure vs. gross measure
    If you're not careful, gross measure may mean shrinking profits. February 12, 2001

    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

    Ergonomics of Custom Computer Desks
    Detailed advice on customizing the dimensions of a computer work-station desk. October 1, 2010

    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

    What's the Easiest Wood to Work ?
    Woodworkers rate wood species on machinability, looks, and stainability. December 14, 2005

    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

    Smooth-back moulding head set-up
    Ideas for setting up an older, smooth-back type moulding head. June 14, 2000

    Attaching Drawer Fronts to Blum Tandembox
    Tips on drawer front assembly with Blum Tandembox. October 13, 2012

    Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
    A few tips on laying mother-of-pearl into wood. November 12, 2006

    Troubleshooting a Sagging Water-Based Varnish
    Use a higher viscosity product or try the "tack on tack" method, say the pros. October 2, 2005

    Attractive Ways to Set Glass in Cabinet Doors
    Tips on glazing cabinet doors for a neat, professional, stylish look. May 6, 2010

    Keeping Veneer From Slipping
    Pros explain how they hold veneer in place during glue-up and vacuum bag pressing. December 30, 2007

    Drying and Processing Mulberry
    A slow-drying wood, Mulberry requires special handling. May 18, 2010

    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

    Selling Excess Capacity
    07/01/2014

    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

    Tenoning Shutter Slats
    Advice on joinery for old-style storm shutters. December 19, 2009

    Thinning Precatalyzed Lacquer
    Adding thinner reduces the solids ratio of the mixture; warming it up does not. April 19, 2006

    Realistic 3D Drawings of Cabinet Doors Using CAD
    How to go about getting a realistic three-dimensional image of a cabinet door with depth and texture, in AutoCAD. May 7, 2007

    Mortise and Tenon Fit Tolerances
    Not too loose, not too tight — just right. April 19, 2006

    Whether to Edge Before or After Kiln-Drying
    Most lumber producers edge before kiln-drying, but there could be reasons to do it first — or not at all. October 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

    Shaper Safety Accessories
    machining, accuracy, set-up, milling, cutting, shaping, joints, joinery, cutters, heads, knives, sharpening, June 28, 2006

    Red Pine Versus White Pine for Timber Framing
    Red pine is stiffer and stronger than white pine, but more prone to warping. December 28, 2006

    Adhesives for Cabinet Re-Facing
    What's a suitable adhesive for attaching a new plywood end panel to an existing cabinet? September 22, 2005

    Checking for Drying Stress in Kiln-Dried Lumber
    A kiln owner learns how to properly test his product for drying-induced stresses. June 30, 2007

    Moisture Protection for a Wood Door in a Stone Threshold
    A church door replacement job raises questions of protecting wood from moisture in contact with stone.September 25, 2014

    Veneering Rounded Corners
    Methods for smooth application. February 28, 2004

    Weighing Trailer-Loads of Sawdust
    Ideas for gauging the weight of sawdust as you fill trailers or trucks. March 14, 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

    Moulding Calculator Spreadsheet Program
    A free downloadable Excel spreadsheet that calculates the price per foot to charge for mouldings. December 16, 2000

    Corner Cabinet Height Puzzle
    When the corner cabinet is higher than the wall cabs, how do you detail the transition? Pros share tips. June 12, 2005

    Machining and Stability Characteristics of Birch
    A few facts and some hands-on impressions of Birch as a cabinetmaking material, compared to other similar woods. July 8, 2014

    Installing a Vanity with No Front Supports
    Pros consider ways to attach a vanity to the wall so that it needs no front legs or toe kick for support. December 27, 2008

    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

    Mounting Slide Hardware on CD Storage Shelves
    Advice on how to deal with non-standard drawer-slide installation for tall pull-out CD shelves on an entertainment center. July 21, 2006

    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

    Registering a Sawmill for Highway Use
    sawmilllers share experiences from different states. June 22, 2005

    Volutes and Easements: Custom Versus Stock
    Complex stair rail parts: make or buy? February 8, 2008

    Metal Edging for Oak Doors
    Pros discuss the options for metal edge trim on sawn wood doors. July 3, 2006

    Troubleshooting Bit Breakage
    Many different things could cause a bit to break inside the collet. July 21, 2006

    Static Versus Rotary Phase Convertors
    A big rotary phase converter will give you room to grow as you add more equipment. February 13, 2009

    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

    New AAA Pump
    10/24/2014

    Wood Edge on Laminate Countertops
    Advice on how to fabricate a laminate countertop with a flush wood edge. July 3, 2008

    Using Sanding Discs
    11/17/2014

    Increasing chainsaw life
    How to keep your chainsaw mill in healthy, working order. January 16, 2001

    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

    Whether to Glue Pocket-Screwed Face Frame Joints
    Most cabinetmakers use glue for joint stability even when the joint is secured with pocket screws. October 15, 2012

    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

    Weighing The Benefits Of Tandembox
    11/15/2014

    Installing Cabinets Over Carpet
    No two ways about it — you have to cut the carpet back. August 13, 2007

    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

    Flexible Door Stop Stock for Curves
    Plastic moulding or bending plywood are suggested solutions. July 25, 2010

    Door Ideas for Wide-Screen TV Cabinets
    Examples of bi-fold and tri-fold doors give an idea of looks that work. December 14, 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

    Mantle and Fireplace Surround Minimum Clearances
    Advice on how to check whether woodwork around a fireplace meets fire codes. October 4, 2005

    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

    Spray To Dry ?
    11/04/2012

    Inconsistencies in HDF production
    Problems with production of high-density fiberboard with MUF adhesive. June 6, 2001

    De-Nibbing a Finish with Paper
    Brown paper works well (newspaper is too inky). March 28, 2008

    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

    Glue Adhesion to Solid Wood Edgebanding
    A good tip for making maple edgebanding stick: pre-treat with spray contact cement. December 2, 2006

    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

    Mitering Arched Door Top Casing to Straight Side Casing
    For profiled casings, the only way to achieve a perfect fit is with a curved joint. January 25, 2010

    Law Suit
    08/04/2014

    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

    Layout Dilemma: Lazy Susans Versus Blind Corners
    Cabinetmakers puzzle over the question of fitting a sink and storage into a tight space. April 18, 2011

    Choosing a Slider Blade
    Advice on blade choices for a sliding table saw. March 27, 2012

    Mirrored Medicine Cabinet Doors
    Cabinetmakers discuss the details of mirrored bath cabinet doors. November 12, 2005

    Maintaining CNC Lube Systems
    Oil lines and valves need inspection and occasionally have to be replaced. February 12, 2010

    Woodmaster for Straight-Line Ripping
    Advice on using a Woodmaster as a gang ripsaw. January 25, 2010

    Liquid Inlay for Solid Surfacing
    Advice on filling decorative routs in solid-surface counters or cutting boards. August 8, 2008

    Edge-Banding for Prefinished Plywood
    Cabinetmakers discuss the advantages of various edge treatments for prefinished plywood. July 9, 2005

    CNC Tool Overheating and Fire Risk
    Tips on CNC feed rates and rpm's to reduce the risk of ignition in composite panels. November 23, 2008

    Jointing Carbide Knives 101
    Technical tips on selecting and preparing stones for jointing your carbide cutters. February 14, 2007

    Moisture Readings on a Stripped Door
    Stripper residue may affect moisture-meter readings on woodwork. February 13, 2006

    Low-Tack Masking Tape
    Masking tapes are color-coded for tackiness. May 11, 2006

    Computer Clinic: Ground Your Equipment!
    Protecting computer equipment, and users, from power surges. 1998.

    Table Saw Setup Tolerances
    Be reasonable — we're milling wood here, not machine steel. September 28, 2006

    Finishing an Outdoor Cedar Log Bench
    Advice on a durable outdoor finish for a half-log bench. August 30, 2007

    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

    Securing Glass in True Divided-Light Doors
    Tips on how to attach glass into mulled door frames. August 15, 2006

    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

    Distinguishing Hard and Soft Maple Under a Hand Lens
    Distinctive ray patterns set hard and soft maple apart. October 4, 2007

    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

    Storing Kiln-Dried Wood Outside
    Wrap tightly in plastic and protect from rain. January 17, 2011

    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

    Storing Wood in a Closed Container
    Keeping the wood dry and controlling pests. February 26, 2005

    Can I Pocket-Screw Melamine?
    Seems to work fine — here are a few tips. 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

    Non-Plastic Look Finish
    10/21/2014

    Making Stickers
    Advice on sawing stickers for stacking lumber. April 18, 2010

    Sanding Stile and Rail Profiles
    Tips for choosing and using sanding wheels, or making a precise sanding block. April 30, 2009

    Surface Checking in Walnut
    To control surface checking in Walnut, you have to tweak the air-drying process. July 7, 2011

    Sawing for Wood-Turners
    Wood-turners, carvers, and other artists provide a market for figured wood in short lengths or chunks. December 6, 2011

    Milling Ipe with a Router
    Ipe wood is hard, stubborn and toxic. Wear a respirator and use carbide tooling. June 23, 2006

    Distinguishing Western Hemlock from Amabilis Fir
    Tips on how to tell apart two very similar trees. April 20, 2006

    Another Case for the Wood Detectives
    Woodweb's tree identification team is never afraid to tackle another gnarly log. January 29, 2009

    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

    Stored Lumber, Ambient Moisture, and Lumber Moisture Content Changes
    Kiln-dried lumber stored in a non-conditioned space will equilibrate with the natural relative humidity conditions of the ambient air. April 21, 2011

    Strengthening a Wooden Boat Mast
    Considerations on using epoxy to reinforce an old mast, and why not to paint it. October 19, 2006

    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

    Finishing Exterior Teak Furniture
    Recommendations for a renewable oil finish for teak furniture exposed to weather. December 8, 2006

    Sawing Storm-Downed Walnut and Cherry
    Advice on recovering high-quality lumber from Walnut and Cherry trees blown over in a storm. February 14, 2010

    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

    Laser Template Systems
    04/23/2013

    Definitions: "Paint" Versus "Lacquer"
    An opaque pigmented coating is paint ... but there's a little more to it than that. May 6, 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

    Line-boring for adjustable shelves
    The full range of options for getting shelf holes in place is reviewed. 1998.

    Veneer Jointing/Shooting Jig
    Illustration of a jig for creating a straight edge on veneer sheets. October 12, 2007

    What is a Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesive and Why are PSA’s Tacky?
    Formulating hot-melt glues that flow in a cool state is as much an art as a science. September 2, 2006

    Stapling Into Hard Wood
    Hard Maple is tough to penetrate with staples. Fortunately, shorter staples will hold well in harder wood. August 6, 2010

    Usefulness of Gum Wood
    Which variety is this, and what's it good for? February 26, 2005

    Working with Contact Cement at Cold Temperatures
    The low end of recommended application temperatures for contact cement application and curing may allow a little leeway. February 26, 2007

    Stain and Crackle for Distressed Alder
    Ideas and resources for an unusual "crackle" finish project. May 23, 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

    Repairing a Chip in Wood Edging on a Laminate Top
    Ideas for making a gouge look like a naturally-occurring knot. December 12, 2008

    Counting board feet while sawing
    Sawyers share tips for tallying total board feet while milling. July 18, 2000

    MDF Selection for Veneered Cabinet Doors
    A little basic info about medium density fiberboard. October 26, 2011

    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

    Re-Sawing or Re-Wetting Partially Dried Wood
    Either would be a mistake. January 14, 2009

    Dado Versus Dowel Joinery in Furniture
    It's a trade-off: strength versus cost. January 9, 2007

    Simple Veneering Without a Press
    Ideas for veneering without a press, and ideas for easily-rigged press setups. September 6, 2010

    Clearance for a Microwave Above a Cooktop
    Nobody seems to know the rule, but here are some individual answers. April 17, 2013

    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

    Food Safe Finishes
    02/23/2015

    Manufacturing Veneered Cylinders
    Fabricating veneered drum-shaped cylinders is a specialty with many jealously guarded trade secrets. April 29, 2013

    Troubleshooting Unexpected Honeycombing and Checks
    A kiln operator seeks an explanation and some advice after a batch goes badly. January 12, 2015

    Getting Straight Table-Saw Rips
    Tips on tuning a table saw for straight ripping. May 23, 2007

    Drying Holly
    Holly wood is prized for its white color, but it stains easily during drying. October 1, 2010

    What's Included in a Timber Cruise
    Fine points of what a forester may or may not count when inventorying a stand of timber. April 18, 2009

    Mahogany Honeycombing Defect
    Honeycombing that appears after planing is typically a drying defect — similar to end checking, but different. April 17, 2009

    Dressing the Rollers on a Wide-Belt Sander
    Tips on getting the sander drum true again by running it over flat sandpaper. July 29, 2011

    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

    Avoiding Spray "Shadow" in Profiles
    Advice on spraygun technique for even coverage of surface detail profiles. August 17, 2009

    Troubleshooting Paint Cracking on Door Frame Joints
    It's hard to beat paint cracking if you build paint-grade doors out of wood. January 29, 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

    Spray equipment for polyester coatings
    Troubleshooting problems with internal mix polyester spray equipment. December 6, 2000

    Need feedback on a spray system
    Wood finishers discuss their favored spray finishing systems. April 18, 2000

    Moulder Feed Problems 2: Caused by Material
    A problem-solution checklist chart for correcting moulder feed problems. November 27, 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

    Controlling Blotch in Birch Cabinet Doors
    More thoughts on how to achieve even staining with troublesome woods like birch. June 28, 2006

    Filler for Mouldings
    Moulding installers discuss patching and hole-filling products. July 3, 2006

    Metal Detector Choices
    Sawmill operators discuss the cost and capabilities of metal detectors. October 20, 2005

    Fixing a Sputtering HVLP Gun
    A part replacement does the trick. January 27, 2007

    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

    Finishing door panels: before assembly? -- or after?
    Should fears of wood movement after installation prompt pre-assembly finishing of door panels? July 18, 2000

    Spray Finishing an Assembled Lattice
    Advice on finishing a lattice made of small slats, after assembly. February 13, 2006

    Dealing with a Hairline Scratch in a Laminate Top
    A just slightly too visible scratch in a deep red laminate top prompts advice on prevention and touch-up. June 12, 2014

    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

    Frameless Installation Tips
    A few basic tips on installing frameless cabinets. August 29, 2006

    Troubleshooting Wide-Belt Sander Tracking Issues
    Some wide-belt sander sanding belts don't reflect light properly to the automatic tracking sensor. Here's a fix. May 15, 2014

    Cleaning Tool Holders
    Tips on routine cleaning for CNC tool holders. October 27, 2008

    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

    Air Drying a Slab with a Severe Curve
    Lumbermen report mixed results trying to dry stump sections with intense and unusual curvature. April 21, 2008

    Clamping Angled Work so it Won't Slide
    Pieces that meet at an angle are hard to clamp together tightly. Here are some clever tricks. March 16, 2015

    Troubleshooting "Milky" Appearance in Finish
    Diagnosis: the finisher missed the window for applying the topcoat. November 13, 2005

    Thinning Sealer for Tropical Woods
    A finisher finds that thinning the sealer eliminates his bubble problem. January 18, 2011

    Flipping Heavy Sheet Goods
    Ideas for managing the weight of MDF and other heavy sheet goods when laminating sheets on both faces. September 15, 2011

    Value of Cedar
    Info from 2012 on Cedar log prices at the sawmill. March 28, 2012

    Jointing Curly Cherry
    Tips and tricks for avoiding tear-out. August 30, 2005

    Attaching a Newel Post to Concrete
    Tips and techniques for setting a newel post in an existing concrete slab floor. August 7, 2006

    Fan Placement in a Solar Kiln
    High or low? January 8, 2010

    Cupping of resawn lumber
    The two reasons wood cups when resawn. 1998.

    Serious Resawing Machinery
    A request for help re-sawing some large Teak lumber leads to a closer look at some big-boy re-saw equipment. August 3, 2009

    Machining Mouldings from Southern Yellow Pine
    The stock may be cheaper, but what about the quality of the product? December 31, 2013

    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

    Supporting Pull-Outs Behind Doors in A Frameless Cabinet
    Cabinetmakers chime in on a tricky design problem: A wide pull-out below, a pair of drawers above. December 14, 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

    Cleaning Silicone Adhesive off Finished Wood
    Silicone is hard to get off finished surfaces without damaging the finish. Here are some tips. February 15, 2009

    Replacing Cabinets Without Removing the Countertop
    A woodworker describes how he replaces base cabinets while leaving the top in place. June 16, 2010

    Mach 3 Vs Syntec
    04/30/2014

    Removing Wax Coats from Finished Wood
    Advice on solvents and pads to scrub wax off of finishes. October 1, 2010

    De-Blushing Clear Lacquer
    Simple advice for getting rid of blush in lacquer. January 14, 2008

    Drying Cherry with Complex Grain
    Tips on how to dry some pieces of highly figured Cherry wood. April 27, 2007

    Troubleshooting Blade Chip-Out with Melamine
    Advice on checking the blade for imperfections and the saw setup for inaccuracies. December 28, 2014

    Outside Radius Corners for Crown Moulding
    Here's a handful of cool ways to deal with bullnose wall corners when installing crown moulding. November 14, 2011

    Troubleshooting the End Trimmer on an Edgebander
    Tips for adjusting an edgebander for accurate trimming of the banding material. February 17, 2014

    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

    Moisture Absorbers for Protecting Wood?
    In an unsealed space, a moisture absorber won't help keep wood dry. December 11, 2007

    Ironing Plywood
    A cabinetmaker has success straightening out bowed plywood with a hot iron. December 28, 2005

    Registers in the Base of a Built-In Bookcase
    Ideas for building vents into the bases of built-in cabinets. August 14, 2007

    Nyle L150 dehumidification system
    A discussion about whether a Nyle L150 dehumidification system is salvagable. March 6, 2000

    Spray Booth Shutdown
    11/06/2014

    Naugahyde Stuck to a Lacquer Tabletop
    Who knew? August 30, 2005

    Finishing Tricks for Edgebanding
    or, how about this nifty drum rig? July 3, 2008

    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

    Forming and Polishing Granite Tile Edges
    Advice on how to round over and polish stone countertop edges. January 8, 2010

    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

    Veneer on Moisture-Resistant MDF
    Thoughts on applying wood veneer to exterior-rated MDF. March 13, 2009

    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

    Trimming Pocket Hole Plugs
    Router and hand methods briefly described. November 20, 2005

    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

    Changing Circular Sawmill Blade Bits
    Hard to do, hard to visualize, hard to explain in words ... still, this advice might help. February 22, 2011

    Temperature maximums for dehumidification units
    and that's plenty. 1998.

    Tiny Oak Trim
    06/10/2012

    Clean Grooves in Acrylic
    Advice on machining V grooves into acrylic without re-welding problems. October 28, 2008

    CabinetVision and Mastercam
    Using these systems for kitchen cabinet design and construction. March 23, 2002

    Finishes for Curly Maple
    Finishers offer a few custom finish approaches for curly or quilted maple. January 14, 2009

    Adhesion Problems with a Post-Catalyzed Clear Conversion Varnish
    Even a reliable and user-friendly CV may have trouble under some conditions. March 13, 2014

    A Pull-Out Medicine Cabinet
    Example (with picture) of a pull-out front with side-access shelves in a bathroom medicine cabinet. September 23, 2006

    Moving Stickered Lumber
    Advice on bundling stickered boards for truck transport. February 12, 2007

    Rabbit Damage to Saplings
    Recovery and prevention strategies for rabbit attacks. April 18, 2009

    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

    Ensuring Accurate Thickness Settings on a Planer
    Tips and tricks for getting consistent thickness settings from your planer, with a minimum of fuss and bother. April 20, 2008

    Application Position
    09/22/2014

    Turning Pure White Lacquer Off-White
    Use pigment colorants, not dyes. September 16, 2008

    Eucalyptus for furnituremaking
    A primer on this native Australian lumber. June 14, 2000

    Waste factors in floor manufacturing
    The amount of wood wasted from rough to finished flooring may surprise you. January 24, 2001

    Laminating Plywood
    08/20/2015

    Attaching a Mirror to a Plastic Laminate Door
    Suggestions for adhesives and construction when mounting a mirror on a p-lam cabinet door. August 29, 2014

    Line Boring Bit Sharpening
    Careful sharpening will renew the bits and preserve bored-hole accuracy. October 11, 2007

    Angle for Coping Crown Molding
    Looking for the magic number. December 26, 2004

    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

    Making Stair Rail on a Shaper
    A shaper owner asks for advice on making handrail stock. February 8, 2008

    Troubleshooting Drill Head Pneumatic Controls
    Is an air leak causing the drill head to not drill to full depth? February 17, 2012

    Are coastal trees of lower quality?
    Is there a in the quality of lumber between trees grown in coastal, versus inland, areas? August 10, 2000

    Achieving an "Espresso" Finish
    Tips on sneaking up on a dark brown "black coffee" look. December 2, 2009

    What Tree Species Will Hold Their Bark?
    Some species will keep bark on when they're felled and sawn, but it also depends on the time of year. April 20, 2011

    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

    Drying black walnut, bug free
    Practices for preventing infestations while air-drying lumber. November 29, 2000

    Working With Accoya
    02/24/2014

    Warping in a Large Laminated-MDF Door
    Waterbased glue caused this MDF layup to warp in service. March 4, 2009

    Lining Up Stair Rail Dowel Joints
    Ideas for jigs to ensure accurate placement of dowels at a butt joint in a stair rail. December 7, 2007

    Telling Basswood from Cottonwood
    A few clues that are useful in distinguishing Basswood from Cottonwood. June 14, 2014

    Quartersawn and flatsawn: What's the difference?
    Distinguishing between quartersawn and flatsawn lumber. January 16, 2001

    Sticker stain solutions
    A look at potential causes and solutions for sticker stain. July 11, 2000

    Antique Oak Wall Paneling
    Ideas for making large veneered panels with resawn reclaimed Oak. August 19, 2008

    Suspending Cabinets from an Angled Ceiling
    It's a tricky detail, but there are several ways to get it done. June 23, 2006

    Drawer Face Adjustment
    Tips on fine-tuning drawer faces that last sixteenth of an inch. April 30, 2009

    Drying Rates and Settings in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    How to understand your dehumidifier kiln's capacity and drying rate. December 6, 2012

    Sawing Small Logs on a Shop Bandsaw
    Ideas for jigs and rigs to adapt a small bandsaw for milling small logs. October 30, 2005

    Curing pitch buildup on blades
    Sawyers offer various approaches and potions for preventing pitch buildup on bandmill blades. June 20, 2000

    Noise-Canceling Headphones in the Wood Shop
    A few who have tried electronic noise-canceling headphones around woodworking machinery report unimpressive results. June 12, 2014

    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

    Leaving Finish in a Pressure Pot: How Long?
    Is it safe to leave paint or lacquer in a spray setup overnight? September 3, 2011

    Orchard Stumps
    Interesting comments on the qualities of orchard wood and stumps. July 10, 2007

    Log Drying and Degrade
    Don't wait to long to saw ... but don't be too quick to write off an old log either. faOctober 4, 2011

    Rocker Lamination Tips
    Advice on hardwood lamination thickness for rocking chair rockers, and tips for cutting the laminations. February 12, 2007

    AutoCAD 2010 Snap Move Minimums
    An obscure setting in AutoCAD allows you to make very short object moves. September 1, 2010

    Upcut Saw
    10/18/2014

    Tinting Water-Based Finishes
    Adding dye to a water-based finish is simple, and gives nice results. December 1, 2005

    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

    Crown Moulding Detail for Frameless Cabinets
    Quick tips on mounting crown mouldings to the top of a frameless cabinet. February 15, 2015

    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

    Ways to Create Arched Seat-Back Curves
    Different methods each have their advantages and disadvantages. December 28, 2006

    Online Lien Service
    08/05/2014

    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

    Improving Edgebander Glue Bond
    Tips for making edgebanding stick more reliably. June 3, 2007

    Sawing Big Log Butts
    Logs are denser at the butt end. Here are tips on avoiding problems. October 12, 2007

    Tracking Machine Time Using G Code
    11/10/2015

    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

    Using Robot For Stair Routing
    05/21/2014

    Filling Nail Holes in Azek Trim
    Installation tip for cellular PVC trim nailing. March 3, 2010

    "White-Leaded" or "Ceruse" Finish on Oak
    Quick explanation of this finish, which is white in the grain and natural on the surface. November 25, 2008

    Sources for Cheese Cloth Rags
    There are a lot of places to get cheese cloth. May 15, 2008

    Measuring Thinners and Catalysts
    Old pros share several ways to measure proportions when mixing finishes. October 28, 2005

    How Much Glue Left in Drum?
    Simple ways to know when your supply of edgebander glue is getting low. October 23, 2007

    Tooling Questions
    05/08/2014

    Estimating Long-Schedule Jobs
    Tips on projecting costs and covering yourself for changing conditions when getting involved in multi-year projects. November 4, 2007

    Variable-Speed Controls and Explosion-Proof Fans
    Using a variable-speed controller likely voids the explosion-proof rating on a fan. August 14, 2007

    What Gloves To Use With Lacquer Thinner?
    10/09/2014

    Lock Miter Tips and Tricks
    Advice on getting good results with a lock miter bit. August 15, 2006

    Jointing of Carbide Knives
    Tips on the best technique for jointing carbide cutters. January 14, 2008

    Solid Wood Face Frame to Plywood Joint
    Tips for detailing a plywood-to-solid-wood joint. December 14, 2005

    Trying to cope
    and how to do it. May 15, 2002

    Whether to Study Advanced Woodworking
    Are classes on furnituremaking a good idea for a skilled cabinetmaker? March 28, 2015

    Does Intivos Meet AWI Premium Grade
    02/25/2014

    Understanding "Schedule of Values" Billing
    Breaking job processes down into meaningful parts helps support invoicing in commercial work. February 8, 2008

    Using Green Stickers
    Dry stickers are better, but green could be okay for stacking boards for barn siding. March 28, 2012

    Vacuum Bag Platen Details
    Fine points of vacuum bag platens. December 1, 2005

    Corner Sink Cabinet Sizing
    Corner sinks introduce some awkward space trade-offs. February 17, 2012

    Variable Frequency Drive Controls for a Spray Booth Exhaust Fan
    Finishers report satisfactory results from controls to slow the spray booth exhaust fan when appropriate. November 24, 2008

    Torsion Box Altar
    Quick advice on materials, design and construction for a large torsion box church altar top. July 20, 2011

    Ebony Clear Finish for a Wood Bath Vanity Top
    Suitable wood finishes for a moisture-tolerant, deep, clear black. August 15, 2006

    Gluing veneers
    Some tips for gluing down veneer. 1998.

    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

    Edgebander Feed Track Control Issue
    Troubleshooting a sensor trip on an edgebander that's stopping the feed track. December 14, 2009

    Constructing a Large Inset Cabinet Door
    An oversize plywood slab is likely to warp, but there are alternatives. December 30, 2005

    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.

    AirPRO
    06/26/2014

    Square Foot Finishing Cost
    07/01/2014

    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

    Mixing Frozen and Green Lumber in a Kiln
    It's best to separate the loads. Here's some insight into why. December 9, 2010

    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

    Dust Collection: How Much is Too Much?
    There are drawbacks to a dust collection and vacuum system that is bigger than your shop needs. August 21, 2006

    Cherry in Timber Frames
    Thoughts on sawing and using Cherry timbers in the kitchen to add interest to a timber-frame home. January 11, 2007

    DH kiln preferences
    A look at dehumidification kiln construction, and manufacturers of DH units. July 26, 2000

    Switching Mounting Method?
    02/12/2015

    Combination Machinery In Cabinet Making
    10/15/2015

    Storing Finished Cabinet Doors
    02/07/2015

    Maple Stain in a Kiln Load
    Some explanation about why soft maple would stain in the kiln when hard maple in the same load did not. June 13, 2014

    Waterborne Finishes Swelling MDF
    Some, but not all, waterborne finishes cause troublesome swelling in MDF surface fibers. January 2, 2012

    Hiding Edge Seams in a Laminate Door
    Advice on how to built without seams where a door edge meets the face. January 25, 2013

    White lines on RP doors
    Preventing white lines at the panel/frame joint on pre-assembled, raised-panel doors. March 20, 2001

    Decimal Feet Dimensions
    Quick tip on expressing dimensions in decimal feet in AutoCAD. January 10, 2006

    Air Pressure Settings for HVLP guns
    Set the pressure regulator with the trigger pulled, is the rule. December 15, 2005

    Tracks for Kiln Loading Cart Wheels
    Simple angle iron works for wheel tracks for small kilns. November 26, 2008

    Figuring finish prices
    Methods for determining how much to charge for finishing work. March 28, 2001

    MDF Panel Door Warping Issues
    How to anticipate and minimize warping in a large MDF frame-and-panel door. July 12, 2008

    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

    Waterborne finishes vs. nitrocellulose lacquers
    Woody Sanders compares and contrasts traditional and waterborne lacquers. February 12, 2001

    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

    Testing for Case-Hardening and Drying Stress
    Tips on detecting drying stress. October 29, 2008

    Metal Dye Container Leakage
    Apparently some dye formulas eat through some metal cans, causing leaks. March 13, 2009

    Stuck Gravity Cup Lid
    Tips for loosening stuck cup lids. April 20, 2011

    Learning the trade
    How to approach a woodworking firm about becoming an apprentice. November 7, 2000

    Lightweight MDF for Desks or Tables
    With MDF, weight is related to strength and durability. November 10, 2006

    Laminating Over Melamine
    Scuff sand, spray, and stick. June 10, 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

    Drying Green Hemlock in a Basement
    Nope. Bad idea. February 22, 2011

    Adjusting a Wide-Belt Sander
    Tips for fine-tuning a belt sander for smooth operation and good control. February 6, 2007

    Toning Heart Pine Away from Orange towards Yellow
    A basic example of using color-wheel knowledge to choose a tinting strategy. July 26, 2010

    25" Wide Belt Vs 16" Open End Wide Belt
    12/03/2014

    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

    Is There Such A Thing As Kiwi Wood
    01/23/2013

    What Thickness Of PVC Banding?
    02/24/2014

    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

    Features of Quality Veneer-Grade Cants
    A sawmiller learns the qualities that make a cant suitable for producing good sawn veneer. October 4, 2007

    Removing Sanding Dust
    Finishers describe how they remove dust when sanding between varnish coats. October 28, 2005

    Cleaning Wide-Belt Sander Belts
    Tips for getting the gum and dust out of a wide-belt sander belt. April 14, 2010

    Drilling Deep Holes in White Oak
    Advice on CNC settings for drilling holes in hardwood. May 20, 2009

    Troubleshooting Pin Holes in Lacquer
    Advice on adjusting application techniques to avoid the formation of pin holes in the finish. April 17, 2010

    Field-Treating Doug Fir Timbers for Insects
    Impermeable woods such as Douglas fir are very difficult to successfully treat with insecticide. March 3, 2009

    Shelf Life of PVA Glue
    PVA glue should be used before its expiration date. December 20, 2005

    Dipping Lacquer
    A little basic info on the dipping method for lacquer application. December 30, 2005

    Attaching Table Legs
    12/27/2012

    Tung Oil Finish on Ebony Veneer
    Thin veneer presents limitations for oil finishes. December 10, 2008

    Sharpening Laminate Files
    There are laminate file sharpening services, but you might try a simple acid bath. July 28, 2008

    Marketing Small-Diameter Lodgepole Pine
    Lodgepole pine produces good construction lumber, but small-diameter logs may not yield much value. December 30, 2007

    Machinery for Making Rosettes
    Specialized equipment works better than a standard drill press for cutting rosettes. September 27, 2008

    Eastern Red Cedar — How Dry?
    Eastern Red Cedar is easy to air-dry. But if too dry, it's hard to work with. May 27, 2014

    Removing the Velcro Adhesive from a Drum Sander
    How to get the glue off a sander drum when you're changing out the velcro. November 18, 2006

    Touching Up a Wrinkled Spot
    A light sanding, dust coats and a wet coat does the trick. November 15, 2011

    Refurbishing an Old Tenoner
    Tips on tuning up (and souping up) a high-quality vintage machine. December 11, 2006

    Wood dust a carcinogen?
    The Wood Doctor points to two sources of information on the carcinogenic properties of wood dust. 1998.

    Sawing Sweetgum
    Sweetgum does not "gum up" blades, but it is prone to movement when sawn. March 13, 2007

    Machining Alder on a Moulder
    Characteristics of Alder that affect its machinability and performance. April 30, 2009

    Sterilizing Lumber
    Definition and methods of sterilizing lumber

    Advice on a forklift purchase
    Is a 3000-pound capacity forklift enough? Not in the eyes of these forum visitors. January 31, 2001

    Machinery for Cutting Box Joints
    It's called a "hauncher." Here's a picture of one. November 28, 2006

    Drying Elm Wood
    Advice on drying Elm wood. May 21, 2009

    Go Smith Leads
    04/25/2017

    Dye Coverage and Oak Pores
    Oak pores sometimes do not take stain or dye well. Here's some advice. December 6, 2011

    Routing a Curved Edge on Thick Butcher Block
    To profile 2.5-inch-thick butcher block, you need to use a template and cut from both sides. September 27, 2008

    Improving Adhesion with Plastic Edgebanding
    Here's a tip: try priming the banding with contact cement. January 2, 2012

    Spray Equipment for Waterborne Top Coats
    Advice on cleaning guns and lines when switching between solvent-borne and water-borne finish formulas. February 15, 2009

    Grain Filling for Mahogany
    Two choices: grain filler, or high-solids poly. February 12, 2010

    Does Lacquer "Burn in" to Shellac?
    Shellac and lacquer melt together when applied in layers. January 9, 2007

    Chemically "aging" cherry
    Tips and cautions for using chemicals to quickly achieve the richer colors certain woods attain with age. 1998.

    Easy Drawer Slide Retrofit
    Here's a quick tip for speedy installation of new drawer slides in an existing cabinet in place. March 3, 2009

    Switching To Pre Cat For The Winter
    11/06/2014

    Crown moulding: Calculating miters
    How to calculate the correct mitering angles in crown moulding installation. November 29, 2000

    Yellow Pine Pitch
    Heating yellow pine will set the pitch. December 15, 2005

    Correcting Overspray
    Finishers discuss how to smooth the rough surface caused by slight overspray. December 15, 2005

    Fixing Cracks in Solid Surface Material
    Here's how one fabricator repaired an 8-inch crack in a solid surfacing countertop. March 14, 2006

    Ideal relative humidity in woodworking plants
    Determining the best relative humidity level for your operation. 1998.

    Filling Grain on Finished Furniture
    Advice on prepping finished furniture pieces before applying a gloss lacquer topcoat. February 12, 2010

    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

    Glass Shelves with Wood Frames
    Tips on how to secure glass into wood frames for glass shelving. May 22, 2007

    Cope Sled Choices
    Shop-built and storebought options for a shaper cope sled. July 28, 2006

    Measuring MC by weight
    How to measure moisture content in wood without a moisture meter. August 10, 2000

    Specs for the Taper on Classical Round Columns
    Quick advice on information sources for laying out classic architectural shapes and forms. January 9, 2015

    Subscribing To Public Bid Lists
    05/31/2014

    Aging and Bleaching Walnut
    Quick tip on giving Walnut a driftwood-gray aged appearance while preserving the grain. November 29, 2014

    Nice Build with Conversion Varnish
    Quick application tip for conversion varnish finishes. July 14, 2010

    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

    Usfulness of Variable Speed in a Planer-Moulder
    Single-speed equipment is okay for running very small and simple moulding, but not for anything large or complex. September 23, 2008

    Laminate Trimming Bits
    Considering the pros and cons of different laminate trimming bits. March 14, 2006

    Applying putty for the long haul
    How to fill holes in cherry and keep the colors matched over time. February 13, 2001

    Tips on Sawing Birch
    Advice on getting good lumber quality from Birch logs. January 14, 2009

    Handicapped-Accessible Conference Table Specs
    Quick info on ADA-compliant table details. February 26, 2007

    What's an Overhead Router Good For?
    CNC router owners say they still find lots of uses for their old, "obsolete" overhead pin routers. August 21, 2006

    Drawer Bottom In Cabinet Vision
    05/23/2013

    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

    Converting to conversion varnish
    Basic information on conversion varnish topcoats. 1998.

    Choosing Flute Compression Bit Size
    02/14/2015

    Scuffed Bamboo Tread
    09/08/2016

    Fastening Upper Cabinets to Granite Countertops
    When upper cabs run all the way down to a stone counter, how do you connect the two? Pros share ideas. October 8, 2005

    Counterintuitive Manufacturing Logic
    07/29/2014

    Standard Router Company
    04/23/2014

    Veneering a Tight Radius
    Tips and techniques for applying wood veneer to a four-inch radius column. October 30, 2005

    Computerized bandmill setworks -- worth the investment?
    Cost-saving advantages of utilizing setworks on a bandmill. December 6, 2000

    Under Drawer LED's Conundrum
    11/13/2014

    Ferric Chloride for Aging Wood
    Ferric Chloride is a strong chemical and should be approached with caution. March 12, 2015

    Testing Before Refinishing: Is It Lacquer?
    Wipe a small, inconspicuous spot with lacquer retarder to see if the existing finish is lacquer or not. June 8, 2007

    Solar Kilns in Humid Climates
    Solar kilns work well even in humid climates, because heating damp air lowers its relative humidity. April 30, 2006

    Troubleshooting Edgebander Adhesion Problems
    In this case, it appears that the adhesive is too cold. June 30, 2014

    Drying 6" X 8" Pine Beams
    Estimates of the required drying time for large pine timbers. May 27, 2014

    Custom dust collection fittings -- how to order?
    How to accurately specify custom fittings by long distance. March 16, 2001

    Stickers for stacking
    Does species matter when choosing stickers to use in your stacks of drying wood? July 24, 2001

    Acrylic Bandsaw Dust Catcher
    A cabinetmaker shows his shop-rigged dust catcher made with clear acrylic — quick, cheap, and effective. April 10, 2008

    Anchoring Shelf Brackets to Concrete
    Suggestions for firmly attaching steel angle countertop supports to a poured concrete wall. February 19, 2011

    Removing an Edgebander Glue Pot
    Quick advice on getting the glue pot off an old SCMI edgebander for cleaning and repair. October 12, 2012

    Wood technology Web sites
    A short list of Web sites with information about characteristics of given species. 1998.

    Machining Fence Pickets
    07/26/2014

    Lumber Inventory Control
    12/03/2014

    Machining Brass on CNC Equipment
    Bits and feed rates for cutting 3/8-inch brass. March 1, 2006

    Walnut-Shell Dye Recipe
    How to boil Walnut shells for a dye stain that will match Walnut wood. May 27, 2008

    Mounting a Power Feeder
    Quick tips on attaching a power feeder to a table saw. November 27, 2007

    Making Veneered Panels with Sawn Lumber Cores
    Here's a quick description of how to lay up panels with a core of sawn lumber and a veneer face. June 30, 2014

    Wrist Fatigue and Spray-Gun Hose Choices
    Here's how to equip your spray gun to reduce wear and tear on your wrist during use. October 13, 2008

    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

    Curved Crown Machine
    01/20/2014

    Calculating Pedestal Size For Table
    12/18/2012

    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

    Thick Edgebanding Availability
    03/03/2015

    Finishing Carpathian Elm Veneer
    Troubleshooting finishing problems with elm veneer - March 17, 2000

    Acrylic Urethane System
    Achieving a high build wet-look gloss finish with a fast turn around time - March 17, 2000

    Quartersawing on a band mill
    Ideas for getting quartersawn lumber from logs, on a band mill. August 10, 2000

    UV-inhibitive topcoats
    1998.

    Constant profiler recalibrating : Common?
    The owner of a new Profilmat wonders if his need to constantly recalibrate it is common. June 14, 2000

    Quartering a Turned Column
    A trick for quartering a column after turning: Paper in the joint. March 26, 2010

    Leather Desk Tops
    Quick tips on attaching hides to desktops. December 30, 2005

    Need Doc For Old Brandt Edgebander
    11/17/2014

    Waiting to Saw Douglas Fir Logs
    Doug fir logs may be all right if left sitting for a year before sawing. May 14, 2006

    Identifying bird's eye maple
    What causes the unique patterns in bird's eye maple lumber? 1998.

    Defining "Cedro Arana" Wood
    More information about an unfamiliar tropical wood species, Cedro Arana. September 19, 2009

    Iron Wood Up Cut Saw Blade Size ?
    10/29/2014

    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

    Variability in early height growth rate of forest trees: implications for retrospective studies of stand dynamics
    1995

    Allowing for Movement in Tops
    Attaching table or cabinet tops in a way that allows wood to move. August 30, 2007

    Removing Veneer Tape from Marquetry
    It's easy — the glue in the tape is water-soluble. September 27, 2008

    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

    Acrylic finish on maple
    Using water-based acrylic on maple. May 4, 2001

    Morbidelli Universal 3618 NB CNC
    04/15/2014

    Value Of Old Growth Cedar
    12/01/2012

    Stains on wood
    remove. June 27, 2000

    Yellow Pine for Mouldings
    Drying stability and machining problems make Yellow Pine unsuitable for fine woodwork. December 24, 2012

    Removing blue stain
    Ideas for removing and preventing blue stains in newly processed pine. August 1, 2000

    Is Pre-Mill Useful On An Edgebander
    08/19/2016

    Kiln Charge Cooling
    Cooling lumber arter drying is not a critical step. June 13, 2014

    Cleaning Mold Off Logs
    Advice on removing surface mold from logs. January 25, 2010

    Table Extension Hardware
    11/19/2012

    Insulation Value of Wood
    Wood's R-value is not trivial, but air leaks and bypasses often dominate the equation. April 11, 2008

    Color matching
    Rectifying the color difference between a cherry table top and its stored-away extension leaf. March 30, 2000

    Ipe's cheap, with good reason
    This Asian wood is incredibly durable, but tough to work. June 20, 2000

    Epoxy Porch Post Repair
    Advice on suitable repair epoxies for a rotted exterior porch post. March 3, 2009

    Sealed Cabinet Doors
    Ideas for sealing cabinet doors for airtightness. December 28, 2005

    Mixed Species Stickers for Air Drying
    It doesn't matter what species is used for stickers, but the stickers should be dry. January 17, 2011

    Using Vacuum Bag For Top Of Small Cabinet
    08/21/2012

    Can You Bleach White Oak?
    Short answer: Yes. June 28, 2013

    Screen Spline and Space Balls
    Quick tip: screen spline makes a good substitute when you can't find the right diameter space balls. March 20, 2006

    Door Edge Profile
    10/14/2014

    Urea Resin Glue on Paper-Backed Veneer
    Urea resin glue works well with paper-backed veneer (but scuff sand the paper first). October 19, 2013

    Laminating Large Sheets On Walls
    05/20/2012

    Should I Spray Paint Edgebanding?
    12/10/2014

    SCMI Sintex Multiplaner Capabilities
    02/18/2015

    Gluing Acrylic to MDF
    Glues to use with acrylic. February 8, 2008

    Sawing Palm Trees
    Palm wood is probably more trouble than it's worth. July 13, 2006

    Dryer Screen Marks on Sliced Veneer
    Causes and cures for the "net-like" visual defect that sometimes appears on veneer. May 21, 2009

    Good lumber from "Ys"?
    Can quality wood come from branch locations? July 11, 2000

    Tambour Doors
    02/05/2015

    Anybody Know This Profile?
    03/02/2015

    Can CV Drill Hinge Plate Holes
    06/11/2013

    Coloring Wilson Art H20
    06/29/2012

    Buried Metal Stories
    Forum members swap stories of finding metal in the heart of a sawlog — and even in plywood. October 17, 2012

    Help Needed. Electrical Issue On My CNT
    06/04/2014

    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

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    Re: Oliver 299 planer
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    Re: True divided Muntin bars in CNC
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    Re: Aging White Oak
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    Re: Wide Band Mill
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    Re: RE: Wide Belt Sandpaper
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    Re: Curly Maple Top
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    Re: Salice hinge replacement
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    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
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    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 ...

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    Re: Modular table
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Solid ebony glue ups
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: brandt edgebander error?
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    Re: Microvellum Single Part Editor
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    Re: tack clothes w/Conversion Varnish
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    Re: Transition from Autocad to Wood cad/cam or Giotto or BSolid
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    Re: Transition from Autocad to Wood cad/cam or Giotto or BSolid
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    Re: Transition from Autocad to Wood cad/cam or Giotto or BSolid
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    Re: Insulated glass, supplier question
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    Re: Anderson CNC Tool Carousel Problem
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    Re: Cabinet design software
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    Re: A warning to newbies
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    Re: A warning to newbies
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    Re: Is it possible to just replace the adjustable wood insert in threshold?
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    Re: Planer head
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    Re: Reverse Table Saw
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    Re: Just put them on sanding...
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    Re: Best way to repair?
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    Re: Just put them on sanding...
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    Re: Air filter for finishing room
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    Re: Autocad 3D to 2D / CNC
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    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
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    Re: Failed glue joint
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    Re: Fein Dust Collector now Screamers
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    Re: Waterbased / Waterbourne Clear on Maple
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    Re: Wide Band Mill
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: Starting cnc cabinet business
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    Re: dust/shavins into enclosed trailer
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    Re: Planer bed coating
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