Avoiding Shaper Blow-Out Various suggestions for achieving clean, sharp profiles without tear-out and blow-out when running moulding on a shaper. July 28, 2007
Necessary Equipment for a Start-Up Cabinet Shop Most respondents did not take the original poster seriously in this thread. But a few cabinetmakers did provide a list of basic equipment for a start-up shop.June 16, 2014
Cutting Clean Grooves A discussion of ways to dado drawer parts to accept bottom panels, without chipping and other defects. April 15, 2009
CNC Dust Collection Connections Dust collector hose joints that move a lot are subject to wear and failure. Here's some insight into the problem. April 21, 2007
Start-Up Cabinet Shop Equipment Needs What machinery does a start-up cabinetmaking business need? Small shop owners describe their setups. December 28, 2005
Is It Worth It to Buy a Moulder? A small shop owner gets advice on whether investing in a moulder would pencil out for his operation. October 28, 2014
Cyclones and MDF Dust Replacing a cartridge filter with a large filter bag pays off for a woodshop owner. April 18, 2015
Extending Bit Life in Laminates Some HPL laminate panels are extremely rough on CNC tooling. Here are suggestions for choosing bits that will last longer. January 31, 2012
Passage door construction Techniques and joinery used in the construction of passage doors. January 3, 2001
Dressing a Wide-Belt Sander Drum Here's a quick, full explanation of how to re-dress a worn drum on a wide-belt sander. January 18, 2012
Dust Collection and Planer Noise Airflow from a new dust collection made a planer noisier, but switching to helical insert tooling made it quieter again. January 12, 2015
Cutting Giant-Size Crown Moulding Cutting really huge crown moulding — like 24 inches wide — poses a unique set of problems. Here are stories, examples, and suggestions. April 24, 2009
Baghouse Loading Up with Chips Advice on getting chips to fall into the dust collector container instead of clogging the filter bag. February 12, 2010
Dust Combustion: Will Your Shop Explode? A collection of useful links about the risk of woodshop dust fires or explosions, and about preventive measures. June 15, 2014
Phase Converter for a 20-HP CNC Machine owners share experiences with finding ways to supply three-phase power in sufficient quantity and quality. June 17, 2010
Troubleshooting Sandpaper Scratch Marks Sandpaper choices and sander settings both play a role in swirl marks created by small wood slivers that stick to the sandpaper. May 27, 2014
Tuning Up a Low End Widebelt Advice on a few tweaks to get the best performance out of an inexpensive light-duty widebelt sander. April 12, 2013
PVC Dust Collection Issues Woodworkers discuss pipe diameter compatibility and fire risks with PVC dust collection ducting. October 16, 2012
Cyclones for Fine Sanding Dust A taller, more narrowly tapering cyclone seems to remove fine dust more effectively, but you'll still need a fine filter downstream of that. July 29, 2012
Connecting Two Cyclones Coupling two dust collection fan units together boosts the static pressure if you connect them in series, and boosts the airflow if you hook them up in parallel. August 24, 2008
Number of Knives and Planing Quality More knives is not always better, and RPMs also play a role. Here are tips on obtaining good cut quality at various feed rates and RPM settings. May 28, 2006
Shop Voltage Limits for Edgebanders Accurately controlled AC voltage supplied to the machine is important for regulating the 24-volt DC output of the edgebander's internal transformer. October 15, 2009
Using a Stair-Stringer Router Template Basic directions for using a manufactured router template to route out stringers for fully-housed stair treads. October 19, 2006
Laminating a Face Frame Advice on joinery and lamination techniques for a laminated face frame. April 20, 2011
Dealing with Oversize Edge Banding If your edgebanding is a little wider than the thickness of your panel stock, you have several options. October 26, 2012
Shared Power Switch for Tool and Vacuum Quick tips on linking tool and shop-vacuum power supplies so that the vacuum starts when the tool starts. April 24, 2013
Machine Top Protection For protecting saw tables and similar machine surfaces between uses, a heavy coat of paste wax works. Other suggestions are also offered in this thread. November 13, 2005
Exterior Cyclone Collector with Air Return to Shop Thoughts on locating a dust collector's cyclone bin outside the building for easy waste collection and disposal, while arranging for filtered air return to the workspace for energy conservation. December 29, 2008
Dust Collection Return Air A discussion of heat loss and comfort with a closed-loop recirculating dust collector that dumps outdoors. April 19, 2011
Isolating Air Lines from Compressor Vibration To prevent vibration and noise, install a short section of suitable flexible tubing between the compressor and the copper air lines.January 3, 2012
Unbalanced Dust Collection A dust collection system has two barrels. One fills up before the other. Why? January 12, 2015
Edgebanding a Round Table Here's a list of steps for applying edgebanding to a round laminate tabletop. April 8, 2013
Equipment Room Heat Buildup Regulating temperature in a small room where compressors are housed. February 8, 2008
Duct Silencer: Measured Results With an inexpensive decibel meter, a shop owner finds out how much a duct silencer has quieted down the noise from his dust collector cyclone. April 27, 2011
Cleaning Up Silicone to Fight Fisheye Once you have silicone contamination on a cabinet, it's very hard to get rid of. Here's another look at a common and pesky problem. January 2, 2012
A Whitewash Finish for Oak Flooring Advice on a very tricky floor finish: bleaching the oak, tinting it white, and covering with a durable clear. August 14, 2007
Stripping Veneer How to get old finish off a veneered desktop without damaging or lifting the veneer. April 30, 2009
Maple Stain Techniques Tips on achieving an even tint in Maple using spray dye, a seal coat, and a wiping stain. October 13, 2008
Sealing Up a Bleeding Finish Shellac is the go-to barrier coat for evil spirits that soak through topcoats. But don't sand the shellac or you'll defeat its effectiveness. June 18, 2013
Staining Maple More tips on getting Maple to accept a dark stain. May 17, 2005
Upgrading to a Heavy-Duty Planer Dollar for dollar, buying a heavy-duty used machine is probably a better value than buying a less powerful unit new. February 15, 2015
Saw Blades for Laminate Flooring Laminate flooring will eat up any saw blade. Most installers use cheap blades and expect to wear them out. August 13, 2007
Cutting Acute Miters Suggestions for setting up a table saw to cut sharper than 45 degree angles. April 20, 2011
Opaque Finish Choices Finishers discuss their preferred opaque finish products. February 15, 2015
Neutralizing a Pink Stain Picky customers sometimes pick up on color variations between day and night lighting conditions. Fixing that is a puzzle. Here's discussion of a case. March 4, 2009
Wiping Stain Struggles Some "wiping" stains flash so quickly that they may actually work better when sprayed rather than wiped. In this thread, finishers discuss various ways to obtain good results. October 27, 2005
Waterborne Bleed-Through Problem Advice on using prime coats and shellac to address bleed-through of grain with waterborne finishes. December 9, 2010
Retarding Lacquer Dye or Stain Drying Dye solvents tend to be fast-drying, and it's hard to get them to work with hand application methods. December 6, 2011
Touch-Up Marker Choices Advice on marker selection for touching up bare wood exposed by raised panel seasonal shrinkage. July 26, 2010
Staining Euro Steamed Beech Advice on achieving a consistent stain finish without blotching on steamed Beech. April 16, 2010
Spray Booth Characteristics A finisher wonders if the price he's been quoted for a spray booth is too good to be true. Colleagues chime in about the components, quality, and cost of a good booth. October 2, 2005
Washcoat and Stain Issues with Birch and Maple A birch-plywood cabinet with maple face frames poses a tricky staining problem. Here's a little explanation about washcoats, stains, toners, and more. April 9, 2007
Spacer Balls for Raised-Panel Doors A discussion of space-ball sizes, types, and purposes, along with some suggested tips and techniques. December 30, 2005
Walnut End Checking in the Steamer Troubleshooting a checking problem with Walnut related to conditions in a large steaming chamber. October 3, 2009
Yellow Pages Advertising Is a Yellow Pages ad worth running? Business owners share experiences and anecdotes. July 24, 2005
Test for Moisture when Installing Hardwood Flooring "Acclimating" flooring in the house before nailing down is not a sure-fire precaution. You should also provide a vapor barrier, and test the flooring, subflooring and slab for proper moisture content. December 26, 2006
10,000-Year-Old Mystery Wood Sawmillers try to guess the species of wood recovered after thousands of years buried in the mud. November 13, 2005
Should I Change the Company Name? What's in a name? A woodworker ponders whether naming the company after himself was a wise choice — and ends up sticking with it. October 11, 2012
Teak and Tool Wear Teak contains silica sand, and it quickly wears down cutting edges on every kind of tool. October 27, 2011
Sliding Table Versus Gantry Pros discuss which type of CNC equipment is better, units with a sliding table or units with a moving gantry. July 21, 2006
Shelf Stiffening Methods A discussion of shelf spans, shelf materials, and reinforcing methods to prevent sagging. April 10, 2008
West Coast Live Oak Uses This discussion of Live Oak lumber characteristics includes some info about the "Sudden Oak Death" disease that is plaguing the West Coast. July 30, 2007
Vertical Siding Types of siding for "old barn" look. August 9, 2004
Wood Movement: How Big a Risk? In principle, solid wood joinery that does not allow for wood movement is a recipe for disaster. In practice, sometimes you get away with it. June 18, 2009
Sizing CNC Vacuum Pumps Advice on sizing the vacuum pump to the CNC and its usual tasks. November 24, 2008
Solid Wood V-Groove Cabinet Doors Cabinetmakers consider how to address moisture-related wood movement in cabinet doors made with solid wood slats. January 13, 2009
Sizing Exhaust to Minimize Overspray You want a fan large enough to move lots of air, but without creating turbulence. Here are some useful formulas. September 26, 2006
The Power of Discount Pricing Here's an interesting conversation about what sort of discount offer will actually motivated an impulse purchase. September 27, 2012
Using Beech to Build Cabinets It's a beautiful wood, but is American Beech too unstable for cabinets? Not necessarily, say those who've tried it. August 21, 2006
Wood I.D. Puzzle Another guessing game about wood species — this time, a hurricane-downed log from south Texas. April 18, 2009
Smooth Surfacing of MDF Using CNC Equipment Material choice and cutterhead selection affect the smoothness of a CNC-profiled MDF surface. CNC sanding is also possible. May 16, 2005
Working for a Home Theater Company A cabinetmaker got an offer to build all the cabinets for a home theater company. Here are the tips he received on how to size up the opportunity — and make the most of it. October 18, 2005
Time Management After Downsizing When you lay off your office people, how do you stay on top of all the stuff they used to do? April 13, 2010
Shellac Compatibility with Various Topcoats Finishers comment on the practicality of using tinted shellac as a color coat under a clear top coat, and discuss their results when applying shellac before applying various solventborne or waterborne topcoat formulas. October 19, 2014
"Shop-Dried" Versus "Air-Dried" Lumber A discussion of the quality and value of hardwoods that have been stacked and dried in a dry indoor area, but not in a kiln. March 26, 2013
Table-Top Glue-Up Tips A discussion of whether to use biscuits or alternate board grain alignment when gluing up table tops. December 6, 2008
Troubleshooting a Cupped Table Top How to deal with badly cupped boards in a table top — and how to prevent the problem next time. March 14, 2006
Undermount Slide Installation Jigs Ways to speed up and standardize the layout and attachment of undermount drawer slides. February 11, 2010
Trimming Defects in Moulding Stock manufacturers describe how they control quality in runs of moulding and how they keep track of productivity. April 15, 2013
Working with Ipe Wood Woodworkers air their objections to Ipe, which is heavy, hard, and rough on tools. The Wood Doctor adds a little technical detail to the discussion. March 12, 2014
Selling Wood Scrap Figure out what wood-carvers and other craftsmen need, and you may be able to make money from sawmill off-cuts, odds and ends. May 13, 2005
Shagreen and Parchment Tips on sourcing and working with unusual animal hide-based veneer materials: shagreen and parchment. April 18, 2010
Troubleshooting Twist in Cabinet Doors Here's advice on building cabinet doors to minimize twisting caused by wood moisture content changes. January 26, 2009
Washcoat and Toner Technique With help from colleagues on the Finishing forum, a craftsman works out how to match the finish on a maple table. November 13, 2005
Slide-Out Table Details Cabinetmakers try to figure out how a large slide-out table works. August 31, 2010
What to Say When You're Running Late If your schedule slips, how do you break the news to your customer? Here are some thoughts from people who've been there. October 18, 2005
Single Phase Wide-Belt Sanders Single-phase wide-belts top out at about 10 horsepower. Most woodworkers seem to prefer the beefier models that run on 3-phase power. September 7, 2006
Toning Large Panels Toner applications require many light passes with a consistent, even touch. Light or dark stripes or inconsistent color are an ever-present risk. May 17, 2005
Scuff Sanding in the Booth Will scuff sanding between coats inside the spray booth lead to problems with finishes? September 17, 2012
Warming Drawer Installation Issues Getting a warming drawer to fit into an already-built cabinet as a change order calls for some creative tweaking. February 26, 2007
Spray Booth Makeup Air Pulling makeup air through an auxiliary space such as an attic for tempering offers only a marginal benefit. July 3, 2008
Template Forming for Farmhouse Sinks Farmhouse sinks require cabinet frames to be scribed and fit to the sink. Here, cabinetmakers discuss ways to make a template for better accuracy and fit. November 26, 2007
Table Extension Ideas Folding and sliding table extensions for machinery that sometimes requires support for a long workpiece. March 26, 2010
Troubleshooting Burnt Glue in the Edgebander Glue selection, heating element performance, and temperature settings all come up for discussion when an edgebander seems to have a burnt glue problem. December 27, 2010
To File a Lien — or What? This is a thoughtful discussion of the power of liens — or the threat of a lien — to compel payment, along with considerations of how to maintain good relations with people in the deal who you may want to work for again. April 21, 2011
Upper Cabinet Height Standard Conventions and codes for upper cab height have changed over the years, with some practical implications. July 28, 2012
208-Volt to 240-volt Machinery Conversion Woodshop owner moves from a shop with 240-volt power to a shop with 208-volt power, and has to figure out how to adapt some older machinery to the new situation. March 3, 2009
Understanding Costs and Profit Is "the money I have left over" the same as "my profit"? Cabinetmakers analyze and discuss the figures from an example job. July 29, 2012
Steam Bending Tight Turns For very short radius bends, you'll have to laminate strips. For more gentle curves, here are a few technical tips. August 30, 2005
Tuning a Cabinet Saw Description of a method for accurately re-calibrating a tilting table saw. February 19, 2006
Stickering and Drying Large Timbers Large-dimension timbers for framing should be handled correctly to minimize bowing and checking. June 23, 2005
20 Steps to Drying Hard White Maple The Wood Doctor's 100 percent guaranteed, sure-fire, no-snake-oil method for successfully drying hard white maple. 1998.
Saw Blade Rake: Negative or Positive? The rake on a saw blade's teeth affects the tendency of wood to move during cutting. Rake angle should be different for blades used on different types of saws. October 1, 2010
Window Sash Joinery Details Information on meeting rail and parting bead configurations for custom window sash. April 24, 2009
Standards for Shop Priming What are reasonable specs when you pre-prime cabinets for a builder? May 17, 2005
Troubleshooting Stain Wicking at End Grain Here's an interesting case example: a problem of stain wicking into end grain in a site-finished coffer ceiling trim job. April 18, 2010
Upper Corner Cabinet Dimensions For his first time building one, a cabinetmaker gets help figuring out an upper corner cabinet with a lazy Susan. September 23, 2006
Quartersawing by the Board Foot An appropriate board-foot rate for sawing services really depends on a lot of details. October 4, 2007
Slot Mortiser Choices Ideas on commercially available slot mortising equipment, and an example of a custom-built rig. January 29, 2009
Shopping for Panel Clamps Several different suppliers offer clamp systems that hold boards in a flat alignment while applying pressure for the edge glue joints. August 31, 2010
Venting and Fans for a Solar Kiln A quick expert explanation from the Wood Doctor of how and why vents and fans are used in a solar wood drying kiln. April 20, 2011
Toned and Clear Pre-Cat Application Finishers discuss the fine points of toning, thinner, and retarder ratios in pre-catalyzed lacquer finish applications. September 14, 2006
Sunlight and a Cherry Entry Door Cherry is a problematic wood for any exterior use, because it is known to first darken, then bleach, from exposure to sunlight. April 24, 2006
Virginia Pine Sawing and Use Characteristics Also called "Jersey Pine" or "Spruce Pine," this tree yields useable lumber but is prone to rot, disease and insect damage. May 10, 2007
Screen Door Corner Joinery Advice on wood choice and joinery for a custom wood screen door replacement. August 15, 2011
Uses for Sassafras Sassafras has been called "poor man's oak" for its durability, strength and beauty. The markets for it are small ans specialized. April 20, 2011
Tooling for Laminated Flooring Machining a clean profile on the plywood core of engineered flooring pieces is tricky. June 8, 2008
Spoilboard Tips Advice on how deep to cut into the spoil board, and when to discard the sheet. August 17, 2006
Troubleshooting Epoxy Joint Failure Epoxy has its own little tricks. Here, woodworkers provide advice concerning a failed epoxy glue-up. August 23, 2006
Waxing Equipment Surfaces Using butcher's wax to make wood move easily across machine tables. April 18, 2004
Wood Countertop with a Drop-In Cooktop Cabinetmakers consider the risks of putting a cooktop in a wood countertop, and discuss the best finish for that situation. August 19, 2013
Trueing a CNC Spindle Instructions on how to "tram" or "sweep" a CNC spindle that has gotten out of plumb. January 25, 2013
Solid Surface Popularity Some cabinetmakers say stone and laminate are edging solid surfacing out. November 12, 2005
Sanding Methods for Face Frames Is it worth using the wide-belt sander, or will a random-orbital sander get the job done? Pros share opinions and experiences. July 22, 2005
Staining Shelf Pin Holes Tips for a pesky detail: coloring the inside of shelf pin holes so they won't stand out against the finished piece. August 30, 2007
Steaming beech for veneer production Questions and answers on various technical aspects of steaming beech lumber, preparatory to producing veneer. Includes ideas for further reading.
Scuff Scratches Between Coats of Pre-Cat With catalyzed finishes, it works best to apply successive coats before the previous coat is fully cross-linked, so the coats melt together. tober 28, 2008
Scheduling machinery maintenance Creating an equipment maintenance schedule to ensure that machines provide peak proformance. January 16, 2002
Worm Holes in Mahogany Worm holes aren't always considered as a defect in Mahogany, but they do leave you wondering whether the critters will come back. July 30, 2007
Shoji Screen Ideas Basic tips for a first-timer on fabricating shoji screens. September 10, 2007
Setting Glass into Cabinet Doors Silicone, splines, wood stops, or glazier's points and putty? Each has its pros and cons. August 8, 2008
Sales Staff Expense Allowances Business owners discuss whether and how to reimburse salespeople for vehicle use, cell phones, laptops, et cetera. December 14, 2005
Sinker Log Issues A discussion of the sawing and drying characteristics of recovered sunk timber. May 11, 2005
Starter CNC for a Guitar Maker A guitar maker gets advice on an entry-level CNC setup that will let him make time with artistic electric bodies. August 24, 2008
Sanding, Planing, and Stain Matching Sanded wood and planed wood take stain differently. For a good match, prep all the wood the same way. February 12, 2010
Working with Tamarack Wood A discussion of Tamarack's suitability for board and batten siding, and for other uses. December 28, 2006
Waste Allowance for Running Trim Suggestions for how to handle the "fudge factor" involved in estimating trim material quantities. August 13, 2007
Sawing Norway Spruce for Lumber Norway Spruce doesn't saw into the finest lumber going, but it's not trash either. February 22, 2011
Steam Bending Bloodwood Bloodwood is a tough wood to bend. Bent laminations might be a more practical method. January 20, 2011
Wainscot for Stairs and Landings A discussion of how to handle the tricky transitions brought on by stairway elevation changes. February 16, 2006
Setting Pitch in Southern Yellow Pine You have to heat the wood to 160°F to set all the sap. Otherwise it will ooze out, even through shellac or other sealers. February 9, 2008
Vacuum Hold-Down with Rough Materials Advice on how to achieve a strong working vacuum when holding down rough sheet stock on a CNC router table. April 29, 2006
Sticker Thickness and Sources For good air circulation, stickers need to be at least 3/4 inches thick. Here are ideas on where to get them. October 25, 2006
Value of Red Cedar Oil In large enough quantities, the extractive oils that drip out of Red Cedar and Juniper wood during milling have uses and commercial value. April 10, 2007
Ultrasonic Cleaners for Cleaning Sprayguns? High-end professional ultrasonic cleaning equipment works the best, but even a small inexpensive unit might be worth having. January 28, 2009
Wormy Cherry Lumber A furnituremaker gets help figuring out what kind of critter made holes in his nice Cherry boards (and hears that some people consider them an improvement). April 21, 2008
Slow Drying and Curing in Refinish Jobs Troubleshooting the cause of splotchy curing, where some areas in a refinished piece don't cure or dry for a long time.September 3, 2011
Stripping Out Grain Filler A finisher applied a grain filler that turned out to be incompatible with his chosen finish. Here, he gets advice on removing the filler from wood grain and pores. October 2, 2005
Suggestions for Opening Up Oak Pores A finisher needs to create a deeper, more dramatic open look in the pores of Red Oak, and collects a few ideas. March 26, 2013
Troubleshooting a Stalled AAA Pump Coming to grips with a pump malfunction in an air-assisted airless spraygun rig (it was the magnet). January 12, 2015
Troubleshooting Thin Build at MDF Edges Advice on improving coverage of MDF substrates, with a highly technical description of the way surface electrical charges affect the wet behavior of finishes. May 17, 2010
Touching Up Knot Bleed-Through Tips on sealing and re-tinting spots where knots have bled through a pigmented conversion varnish. February 12, 2010
Straightening Old Bowed Floor Joists Overloaded wood deforms over time (it's called "creep"). There's no quick way to reverse the process. December 1, 2005
Spots revealed in dry, planed lumber Dr. Gene attempts to find the causes of discolored spots on dried lumber, revealed only when the stock has been planed. 1998.
Unit Pricing for Production Trim Carpentry Pros discuss the ballpark price of trimming production homes, and throw a tip or two for making time on the job. November 19, 2005
Solvent Recyclers A quick look at the practicality of equipment that reclaims cleaning solvents after use. February 15, 2009
What to Include on a Resume Put everything down — experience that seems irrelevant to an advertised job may qualify you for something better at the same company. October 2, 2007
Quartersawing for Bows Whether for archery, a chuck wagon, or a fiddle, bow-making starts with quarter-sawing. October 14, 2006
Working with Silver Maple Like Red Maple, it's a type of Soft Maple. Machines easily, but with a tendency to fuzz. August 29, 2006
Teak Color and Sunlight Like some other hardwoods, Teak has an interesting response to sunlight. June 14, 2014
Stearated Sand Paper Some experts have concluded that new types of stearated sandpaper no longer cause fisheye with water-based finishes, but not everyone is convinced. January 27, 2008
Spray-Painting Beaded Face Frames Suggested techniques for getting good coating coverage inside the narrow recesses of a beaded profile. March 29, 2008
Sourcing Exotic Laminate Cabinetmakers discuss how to find unusual and interesting laminates, including distinctive patterns and glow-in-the-dark laminate. February 12, 2009
Sealing MDF Door Edges Problem: the rounded-over MDF edges of maple-veneer-faced are sucking in too much stain. Solution: edge sealing with gesso or shellac. March 29, 2006
Warping, Moisture, and Wood Shape Memory Will a piece of wood that was restrained to prevent warping during drying warp later, while in use? Only if the moisture in its environment varies. October 30, 2005
Twisting lumber What causes lumber to twist in a dehumidification kiln? March 20, 2001
Squaring Up a CNC Machine Here's a step-by-step method for re-calibrating a CNC router that is slightly out of square along one axis. July 18, 2013
Wood Finish for a Hot Tub Surround Finishers offer coating suggestions for woodwork next to a hot tub, where steam and hot water are constant stress factors. March 9, 2010
Uses and Value of Persimmon A disussion of what persimmon wood is worth, and what it's good for. December 15, 2005
Sawing Tamarack Sawing technique and uses for Tamarack. April 18, 2009
Qualities and Uses for Sweet Gum A small sawmiller sees his first load of Gum wood, and gets advice about its value and how to handle it. June 22, 2005
Veneer Sanding Sled Solutions How to mount veneer to a sheet of MDF for thicknessing and sanding in a widebelt. July 14, 2010
Wire Management in a Moving Cabinet Products and a shop-built solution for enabling wiring for lights to follow a cabinet that extends and retracts in use.February 16, 2014
Working with casehardened lumber Casehardened lumber should be returned to the processor, or planed to the desired thickness; resawing is not an option. 1998.
When to Seal Log Ends If you delay too long before sealing, you may have to cut back the ends to fresh wood first. January 25, 2010
Troubleshooting a "Skipping" Pump When the fluid pump in an air-assisted airless rig loses pressure intermittently, clean out the ball check valve. July 27, 2008
Tight Heat-Bending Laminate Here's a short but informational conversation on applying heat to laminate in order to accomplish tight bends. July 26, 2010
What is Crawling? Here's a description and photo of the finish defect called "crawling" (caused by surface contamination or incorrect prep).May 30, 2011
Which Parts to Cut with a CNC Setup A shop owner has just bought a CNC machine, and wants to know what he should use it for. Short answer: "Everything." August 30, 2005
Subtitutes for Methylene Chloride Contact Cement OSHA has tightened the safety limits for methylene chloride, a substance in some contact cement. Here's info on alternative adhesives. August 6, 2008
Spraying Logs with Insecticide Treating logs with bug spray before sawing is a bad idea, says the Wood Doc — ineffective as well as hazardous. October 30, 2005
Traditional Double-Hung Window Plans Here's a good source for drawings and instructions if you're looking to re-create a historic old double-hung window sash and frame (or just about any other old-time wood component). June 22, 2012
Sawing 8/4 and 4/4 From the Same Log Here's advice on how to saw a custom order for grade and dimension at the same time, without wasting wood. May 27, 2014
Twisting cabinet doors Only changes in moisture content cause wood to change in size or shape. 1998.
Wet bulb, dry bulb An explanation of the terms "wet bulb" and "dry bulb" in reference to temperature measurement, and their particular usefulness. March 6, 2000
Tree identification guide Recommended resources for identifying the trees in your region. February 28, 2001
Steam-Bending and Laminating Steam-bending before laminating is a way to reduce or eliminate springback when using thicker strips of wood. November 28, 2006
Wood Movement and Strap Hinges Quick tips on mounting large hinges to solid wood in a way that won't restrict the freedom of the wood to expand or contract in response to ambient conditions. July 11, 2013
Tung Oil Finish Staying Wet In warm weather, tung oil finishes may dry more slowly. "Wet sanding" during application may help speed the process. October 27, 2005
Winter Drying of Lumber in a Barn A quick description of the factors affecting drying time of wood stacked in a barn for the winter. July 16, 2012
Staining Bamboo Quick tips on staining Bamboo products. April 18, 2010
Understanding Log Scales and Log Rules An authoritative description of log scales, log rules, and lumber content estimating as practiced in the field. November 24, 2006
Estimating Sawmill Overrun Understanding the difference between the board feet estimated in a log and the board feet actually produced. May 11, 2005
Flooring First, or Cabinets? Cabinet installers discuss whether they'd rather set base cabs before or after the tile flooring is laid. October 25, 2006
What is the AWI Estimating Seminar About? An Architectural Woodworking Institute educational presenter provides a thumbnail description of AWI's two-day estimating seminar. November 11, 2005
Outdoor Stair Glue-Ups with Tropical Woods Complex glued assemblies have trouble in outdoor exposures. This discussion takes a look at that, and at the difference in performance among various tropical hardwoods. January 14, 2013
Hidden-Pivot Bookcase Door Here are detailed drawings for a nifty swinging-bookcase hidden door. October 12, 2006
Fair Pay for a Sales Rep This thread on sales force compensation has some ballpark numbers attached. August 13, 2007
I've Got that Shrinking Feeling Specific information on lumber shrinkage during the drying process. Includes 'typical shrinkage' tables for red and white oak. 1998.
Linear Foot Pricing for Beaded Inset Face Frame Cabinetry Pricing by the foot isn't a way to do business, but it's interesting to check out the different numbers tossed around in this thread — and the photos of the kitchen in question. October 11, 2012
Milling Face-Frame Stock Fastidious cabinetmakers find that S4S stock comes with too many imperfections. Here, pros discuss their methods for machining lumber that's straight, square, flat, and true. January 10, 2006
Machining Dadoes into Door Jambs Ideas for high-volume production methods for cutting dadoes in door side jambs to receive the header jamb. April 30, 2006
Panels for Railroad Roundhouse Doors A discussion of technical assembly details for some huge architectural doors to be made of sawn wood. June 28, 2013
Fading of Dyes Versus Pigments A discussion of why dyes fade, advances in dye technology, and the implications for finishing techniques. April 19, 2006
Pricing for Cabinet Finishing A furniture finisher who would like to branch out into cabinet finishing gets feedback on how to charge for the service. February 18, 2007
Getting a Good Bond with HPL Edgebanding Good priming and a warm working temperature are important for good adhesion when applying high pressure laminate edgebanding. May 12, 2013
Installing an Interlocking Door Threshold Using tail wags, ear movements, growls, and barks, an old dog describes in detail the installation process for a Pemko interlocking residential door threshold. October 19, 2014
New turn on rosettes Could cutting rosettes on a lathe reduce tearout problems? July 22, 2003
Finish Choices for Walnut Paneling Finishers give a contractor advice on whether to use water-based poly or some other finish on a new walnut paneling install. October 28, 2005
Pricing to Create a Prototype You're being promised (maybe) a large order of an unusual product. But what do you charge for developing and producing the first prototype?December 24, 2012
Fixing a Too-Dark Stain Job A finisher tried to match a stain color, and erred on the dark side. Colleagues offer advice and suggestions. July 11, 2005
Melamine Chipping and Drill Bit Selection Chipping problems encountered while drilling shelf holes on CNC equipment could be fixed by changing to carbide bits, or could be related to panel quality. March 26, 2009
Getting the Final Payment A business owner gets advice about applying pressure when payment is slow in coming and you're not getting any answers. September 17, 2014
Making Oak "Look Old" Pros share methods for antiquing oak furniture and cabinets. August 30, 2005
Hardwood Lumber Tallies Are you being shorted on a lumber delivery? The answer could depend on the fine points of board-foot calculations. April 19, 2015
Insuring Unsold Inventory Will fire and theft insurance cover the whole value of a piece that is lost before it's sold, or just the cost of materials? It's a tricky issue. July 18, 2008
Fabricating Solid Wood Panel Entry Doors Should the center panel be glued up, or built of tongue and groove pieces that allow movement? Pros share ideas and techniques. November 19, 2005
Hanging Cabinets from the Ceiling No walls to attach to, and no backs on the cabinet — here are a few suggestions for securely mounting these custom cabs. March 25, 2007
Making Your Own Vacuum Pods Lots of CNC owners have successfully machined or molded their own hold-down pods. Here are some detailed explanations and photos. October 26, 2011
Gnarly Maple Yields Awesome Figured Burls A sawmiller and wood turner shows off a highly irregular Norway Maple log and the remarkable figure in the wood it produces. May 13, 2013
MDF Doors: One-Piece Versus Two-Piece This discussion about fabricating MDF doors includes a closer look at why MDF warps, and about the difference between premium and commodity-grade material. July 13, 2010
Profiling Door Trim for Accurate Installs Is it worth detailing pre-finished jamb and casing stock with routs to accept splines for registering the pieces during installation? June 12, 2013
How to Change a Collet Some collets are unusually sticky and stubborn. Here is how to reason with them. April 30, 2009
Moisture Issues with a White Oak Lay-Up Woodworkers consider the potential problems with moisture movement of panels made with oak resawn to 1/8-inch thickness and laminated onto 1/2-inch solid oak cores. September 23, 2008
Edgebanders General description of edgebanding equipment. November 11, 2008
Limitations of a Hot-Air Edgebander Thick edgebanding does not tend to work well with a hot-air edgebander because of the limited glue quantities on the pre-glued banding. July 11, 2007
Joinery for True Divided Light Doors Woodworkers discuss the best way to attach muntins to door stiles and rails for true divided light cabinet door construction. June 2, 2009
Finishing Bamboo Plywood Plywood's natural shade variations make consistent color matching difficult. Here are ideas for dealing with that problem. March 29, 2006
Face-Frame Bookcase Assembly on Site Here are several suggestions for how to assemble a built-in bookshelf cabinet on site, focusing on face frame issues.July 29, 2014
Re-Creating a Historic 1775 Finish Walnut shells? Milk paint? Finishers discuss farmhouse furniture finishes from our forefathers' time. October 25, 2007
Fine Points of Power Feeders Shop owners discuss selection, set-up, and operation of power feeders. October 26, 2005
Finish Coating Toughness Comparisons This discussion about how to choose a tough finish includes a brief explanation of the industry TR standard rating system. March 29, 2006
Hand-Made Appearance of a Scrub Plane To get the scalloped look of this made-in-Mexico cabinet, you need a scrub plane — a traditional tool that some woodworkers really like. March 4, 2009
Panel Gluing and Clamping To keep staves in a panel from slipping as they set, use moderate amounts of glue and clamping pressure. May 20, 2006
Making a Drying Kiln from an Insulated Truck Body This conversation touches on the quantity of heat needed to dry a load of wood, the advantage of using a dehumidifier, and the possible issues with corrosion. April 18, 2015
Pricing Trim Installation GC's may ask for a square-foot price, but pricing by the piece or by the cut makes more sense. September 3, 2005
Entry Level Line Boring Equipment Cabinetmakers explain the advantages of buying a used piece of serious machinery, rather than buy a less-capable machine new. January 13, 2009
Long-Term Storage of Air-Dried Lumber Air-dried lumber left in drying stacks for long periods without kiln-drying is at high risk for insect damage and spoilage. June 18, 2010
Polishing Granite This thread covers a helpful topic: polishing scratches out of granite tops. June 18, 2010
Repairing a Veneering Defect A void in the plywood veneer press caul caused a bubble in a trophy tabletop. But it all worked out in the end. March 28, 2012
Purchasing a Boring Machine A dedicated boring machine is a huge productivity booster that will quickly repay its purchase price. August 29, 2006
Laser Measuring for Trim Are laser measuring devices accurate enough for trim work? Most installers say yes. November 19, 2006
Paint Finish on Melamine Will paint adhere to melamine? With scuff sanding, yes, say people who have tried it. July 22, 2005
Heat Control in a Dehumidifier Kiln Understanding how supplemental heating and the compressor's heating effect interact in a dehumidifier kiln. February 15, 2009
Is a Drum Sander Worth $400? Even if the drum sander is cheap, some people would say to stick with random orbit sanding. May 15, 2012
Fine-Tuning Spraygun Performance A finisher isn't getting a nice fan pattern from his gravity-feed gun. Others help troubleshoot, and discuss the equipment's air-supply needs. December 15, 2005
Moulder set-up Basic guidelines for setting controls. October 24, 2001
Finishing Over a Decal A customer wants a company logo on a custom table top. But how to keep the finish from peeling? Pros supply ideas. July 24, 2005
"Rustic" Lumber — What Is It? What visual qualities define lumber as "rustic" is a matter of subjective perception and opinion. February 4, 2011
Powderpost Beetle Infestation A load of lumber bought at an auction turns out to have tiny beetle holes in it. Now what? October 19, 2013
Is Sweetgum Too Unstable for Flooring? Sweetgum is highly prone to movement. However, sawn thin enough and heavily nailed (and glued), it just might work as strip flooring. February 19, 2008
Fast Glue for Miter Joints New fast-setting adhesives are a great tool for trim carpentry, and these photos demonstrate how strong they are. May 20, 2006
Pricing Lineal Moulding Tips and advice on setting a per-foot price for custom moulding runs. July 23, 2007
Mill Marks on Cabinet Doors A cabinetmaker gets help identifying a production defect in doors he bought from another shop. November 29, 2014
Laminate-Top Bubble Repair Here's a grab bag of tricks for getting bubbled-up laminate to lay back down and stick. October 3, 2007
Power Feed Roller Hardness Shop owners and experts discuss the ins and outs of maintaining, resurfacing, or replacing roller wheels for power feeders. October 1, 2005
Oops! Forgot the Catalyst A finisher grabbed the thinner instead of the catalyst, and now the coat won't cure. Fellow pros suggest stripping techniques, as well as ways to catalyze the uncured coat in place. January 13, 2006
Edge Treatment for MDF Is it better to edgeband MDF cabinet doors, sand and paint them, or what? June 9, 2012
Flat-Profile Crown Moulding Some might call it a "Shaker" or "Mission" detail. Here are some examples and discussion of crown moulding with simple, flat faces. June 3, 2013
Replacing Electronics for Big Iron Here's a tip: shop around for parts or components before you buy a whole new touch screen, display, controller, or similar electronic element for shop machinery. You could save a bundle. January 2, 2012
Fabricating and Installing Curved Baseboard Suggestions for this curved baseboard situation include using flexible stock, or clamping and laying up thin layers of MDF before profiling with a router. July 12, 2012
Engraving Aluminum in a CNC Router Compared to machining wood, working with aluminum calls for different tooling, speeds, and cooling methods. July 29, 2012
Lightfastness of Dye Stains Tips here on how to apply a subtle light-blocking pigmented masking coat over dye stain, to prolong the colorfastness in the presence of UV light. July 26, 2010
Kerfed Slab Doors A cabinetmaker gets advice on an uncommon customer request: slab doors with kerfs on 3-inch centers.. May 15, 2012
Grey Pore Problem in Refinishing Jobs When pores show up gray after a refinishing job, the culprit turns out to be insufficient stripping. April 21, 2008
Focusing a Moulding Business Shop owners discuss whether custom small-volume runs or large stock moulding jobs are the preferred path to profitability. June 12, 2005
Hardboard Drawer Bottoms Woodworkers report that hardboard drawer bottoms seem to perform well in service. October 27, 2011
Lift-Up Pocket Doors for Appliance Garages A discussion of how to design and make a cabinet door that lifts up and slides back into the cabinet like a garage door.November 5, 2013
Re-Coating a Scratched Conversion-Varnish Table Top Conversion varnishes take time to fully harden, and a customer used this one too soon. Luckily, repair is feasible: in this thread, finishers provide advice on sanding and re-coating. July 24, 2005
Glued-Up MDF on the Lathe A woodworker experiments with laying up MDF blanks and turning them on a lathe. He reports mixed results, but says the idea has potential. May 6, 2006
Routing Flutes on Large Cabinet Doors Advice on tool choice, measuring, marking, and jigs for cutting multiple flutes into a big door panel. January 18, 2007
Fabricating Radius Jambs An architectural millwork pro outlines his process for making radius-curve door jambs. December 26, 2006
Ownership of Custom Moulder Knives When a customer buys a run of custom moulding, are they also buying the knives you ground to produce the moulding? March 4, 2009
Flattening a Tapered Elliptical Part An elliptical desk meets a brick wall, and software wizards get their heads around a very tricky dimensional problem. October 1, 2005
Lightning-Struck Wood Puzzle Observations and speculation about whether lightning weakens the wood of a tree it strikes. August 29, 2006
Laminate Cutting and Seaming This thread describes a router jig for making clean cuts and seams in HPL joints. June 12, 2014
Limed Oak Finish Schedule A finisher gets step-by-step tips on matching a 1950's finish involving pigmented grain filler applied to Oak before the top coat. December 31, 2012
Gluing Veneer on Site Pondering the problem of placing veneer on the inside of an existing TV cabinet. June 30, 2014
Press-On Wall Panel Fasteners A woodwork installer needs zero-clearance fasteners for a tricky panel attachment problem. Suggestions include velcro, magnets, and inverted Z-clips. November 10, 2005
Gluing Metal to Wood Adhesive suggestions for attaching a stainless steel top to a plywood subtop, and other metal-to-wood situations. February 27, 2013
Removing Veneer from Backer A cabinetmaker wants to pull the backer off of some backed veneer. Others provide advice. August 29, 2006
Protecting Cabinets from Changing Humidity Details on how shop humidity, jobsite humidity, and occupied home humidity vary, and advice on helping cabinets withstand the changing environment. January 21, 2007
Recommendations for Fans for a Kiln Advice on finding the right fan for the given kiln conditions (attic or greenhouse fans may not handle the required high temperatures). October 26, 2011
Feeder Wheel Hardness A shop owner asks about products to soften old power feed wheels. Instead, he gets advice about re-covering the wheels or switching to a replaceable tire system. October 13, 2005
Identifying a Burl Several votes for Bigleaf Maple, and one for Buckeye, in this show-and-tell of an interesting burl destined to become a tabletop. October 19, 2013
Lumber Acid Content A closer look at when lumber or bark might release tannic acid or acetic acid. April 17, 2009
Paste Wood Filler Problems On mahogany, light-colored paste wood filler sticks out like a sore thumb. The trick is to use black-tinted filler. June 28, 2006
Poplar for a Dining Table? Even for a paint-grade piece, Poplar is not a great choice because of its softness. Maple makes more sense. December 6, 2011
Joints in Solid Wood Edgebanding How to detail the intersection where one piece of rounded-over solid wood edgebanding butts into another. March 28, 2015
Raised Grain and Sawmill Blades A discussion of how blade characteristics might relate to roughening of the lumber surface. July 16, 2009
MDF for Painted Projects? Medium density fiberboard (MDF) has some advantages over wood for paint-grade cabinetry. This discussion looks at when to use MDF and also at fastening and related issues. April 6, 2011
Mist systems and relative humidity Mist systems, what they do, and some general information about relative humidty and its effect on wood. 1998.
Hitting Steel in Big Logs Sad stories of ruined bandsaw mill blades — what happens when you use your sawmill as a metal detector. December 15, 2005
Mold on Southern Pine The wood doctor explains why Southern Pine supposedly dried to 18% moisture content would still support mold after being stacked inside a dried-in house under construction. January 25, 2013
Green wood fencing Potential problems and solutions when using green wood for fencing. January 16, 2002
Pre-Glued Dowel Advice Pre-glued dowels seem to hold well if holes are precisely drilled, but don't save a lot of time except in an automated setup. January 2, 2012
Laminating Plywood Panels Together When gluing multiple pieces of plywood together for a built-up thickness, make sure to balance thicknesses to balance opposing stresses. December 27, 2006
Exterior Kitchens Tips on materials and methods for building outdoor kitchen cabinets. April 8, 2008
"False Acacia" (a.k.a. Black Locust) Black Locust is known in Europe as "False Acacia." Here's some info about the species and the lumber. October 15, 2010
Repairing Scratched Melamine No repair is perfect, but here are some pretty good options for a surface gouge in a melamine cabinet interior. September 23, 2006
Recovering from an Epoxy Snafu Epoxy table-top coatings should be self-leveling. But what if it doesn't level? Here are tips on repair for an epoxy job gone haywire. September 10, 2007
Finishing Cabinet Interiors Depending on the use, cabinetmakers may match the exterior stain color, or go with melamine or a light wood and clear finish. October 1, 2005
Handling and Installing High-End Appliances What's the best way to get a heavy, expensive Sub-Zero or Wolf fridge or range off the truck and into the house? Short answer: pay somebody else to do it. January 23, 2014
Hardware for Heavy Bifold Doors Advice on hinge and track choices for an extra-beefy bifold door, with discussion of a few fine points. February 27, 2013
Is Cedar an Insect Repellent? Including Cedar in a stack of sawn wood will not keep bugs away, the Wood Doctor explains. July 11, 2013
MDF Crown in a High-Rise Steel stud walls and a cement ceiling add a few wrinkles to what would otherwise be a routine crown-molding install. June 23, 2006
PUR adhesives A Q&A on PUR hot melt formulations and their proper use. December 6, 2000
Figuring Rough Stock for Moulding Manufacture How to estimate the rough material you'll need to produce a given quantity of a particular dimension and style of mouldings. August 8, 2008
Gaps Opening Up After Cabinet Installation When base cabs seem to pull away from walls, the culprit is usually moisture-related movement of the house framing lumber. December 2, 2006
Properties of Tamarack Tamarack dries nice and straight, but it's splintery and may have some shake. August 8, 2010
Fuzzy Edge Problems with Particleboard Melamine Fuzz from the edges of freshly cut particleboard is gumming up the edgebander. What to do? Here's advice on bits and cutting methods. April 17, 2009
Outdoor Furniture Finish All finishes are temporary in outdoor exposures. But here are some suggestions for the more durable alternatives. September 18, 2012
Fuzz and Tearout with Soft Maple What's causing machining problems with soft maple? Could be the hook setting, the knife angle, or just too high a moisture content. July 13, 2005
Plastic Glue Odors in a Cedar Chest A furniture maker tries to understand why it's so hard to get the smell of polyurethane glue out of a cedar chest. May 5, 2007
Overheating in Short Cuts Maintaining the right RPM and bit speed gets tricky when the cuts are short. February 28, 2012
Laminating HPL onto Cylinders It's hard to apply sufficient pressure to a cylinder for good bonding of contact cement, but here are a few tips. August 23, 2006
Milling Cypress for a Deck Advice on how to process Cypress timber for use on an outdoor deck. July 30, 2009
Gas Fired Radiant Tube Heat for the Shop Shop owners give these gas tube radiant heaters high marks for convenience, safety, and heating effectiveness. January 10, 2006
Guess the Wood Again Eyeballing a wooden chest and trying to guess the species. (It's not Walnut.) April 20, 2011
Evaporative Coolers Is a "swamp cooler" smart in a wood shop? If the climate is dry, sure. August 29, 2005
Mitered Face Frame Joints Tips for joining face frames of adjacent cabinets together at a 45-degree angle. May 22, 2006
Gluing Up Split Turnings Advice on paper choice for gluing up split wood turnings in furnituremaking. July 16, 2012
Installing Fabric into Speaker Doors Cabinetmakers suggest ways to fasten the cloth into doors on a cabinet that will house speakers. November 23, 2012
Gluing Aluminum Bar Stock to Wood Suggestions for adhesives that will reliable bond aluminum to wood or wood composite materials. July 8, 2014
Hardwood Plywood Grades Here's a concise explanation of hardwood plywood grades and what they mean. March 26, 2009
Mating Cove Moulding to Baseboard An installer gets advice on a tricky trim joint where vertical cove moulding meets the top of a baseboard. July 5, 2005
Finger Joint Telegraphing Given time, finger joints in lumber will show up through almost any finish. November 12, 2006
Killing Cull Trees Tips on knocking out the unwanted saplings on a growing timber lot. April 18, 2009
Hand-Planing Wood-Veneer Doors How thick should the veneer be for hand-planed reproduction slab doors made with veneer over a wood-composite core? January 20, 2007
Hickory Tearout Hickory is a problematic wood, but spiral tooling helps limit the tearout. May 18, 2010
Matching Veneer to Solid Wood Surroundings Advice for applying veneer to MDF and finishing it to match the European steamed Beech already installed in the room. January 3, 2012
Grinding and Polishing Granite A variable speed grinder and a full assortment of grits, and you're in business. April 20, 2011
Moisture content of walnut -- and measuring it A woodworker seeks information about acceptable moisture contents for walnut used in furniture, and wonders what makes moisture meters tick. 1998.
Glue for Borax Treated Board Wood that has been treated with borate-based chemicals interacts with water-based glue in a way that interferes with the bond. July 28, 2012
Gluing Exterior Panel Products Polyurethane glue is good for mounting and laminating exterior-grade composite panels. May 5, 2007
Fastening Wainscoting Pre-assemble the frames, and team up mechanical fasteners with a good adhesive. May 6, 2006
Iron Stains in Red Oak Slabs from a yard tree with a lot of deeply embedded nails have some bad staining. Will bleach help? April 20, 2011
Edge Treatment for Aromatic Cedar Plywood Considering the choices for cedar-closet shelf plywood that won't be finished: edgebanding, solid edging, or miterfolding. December 20, 2005
Nylon Stocking Spray-Gun Filter Tip A piece of nylon stocking works better than a store-bought filter for straining finishes in an HVLP cup gun. September 11, 2006
Left-Hand Tools and Tool Holders Tools that rotate counterclockwise require tool holders that won't loosen from the effect of that rotation. February 20, 2011
Prepping Old Hand-Hewn Beams Thoughts on how to clean and restore old timbers before applying a fresh finish. March 29, 2006
Finger Pull Detail for Laminate Doors Painting the cove detail to match the laminate is more reliable than fitting laminate to the profile. July 12, 2012
Pantry Pullout Details A couple of photo examples of tall, narrow pullout pantry shelf units, and some thoughts on materials and hardware. May 26, 2011
Priming for P-lam Edgebanding When you apply plastic laminate as edgebanding, using a primer helps a lot with strong adhesion in service. February 14, 2010
Is Bendable Plywood Durable Outdoors? Flexible plywood isn't marketed for outdoor use, but here's one anecdote of the material holding up in an exterior application. April 18, 2015
Green Color in Freshly Sawn Black Walnut Freshly sawn Black Walnut sometimes shows a green tinge, which quickly fades. Here's more on Walnut's natural color behavior. October 14, 2008
Making stickers Finding an appropriate material for lumber stickers used in air-drying. August 10, 2000
Preventing Vacuum-Pump Overheating Clean filters, a working bypass valve, and supplemental ventilation will help keep your vacuum pump cool. May 16, 2005
Relative densities of various birches The Wood Doctor offers resources for information on the relative densities of birch lumbers, and offers an opinion on plastic laminate. 1998.
Epoxy for Laying Up Ipe Stair Treads Epoxy should hold a joint for glued-up stair treads in Ipe wood at 20% MC for an exterior exposure. November 28, 2006
Matching the Amber Tint of Pre-Finished Plywood A finisher gets advice on adding a slight amber glow to drawer fronts and boxes to match his prefinished plywood cabinet interiors. September 3, 2010
Lipping Planer Operator Technique A cabinetmaker gets advice on handling a lipping planer with the right touch, so it won't tear up his panels. June 21, 2012
Making a Vacuum Bag Using a FoodSaver Here's a tip: a "field expedient" method for fabricating a vacuum bag using a shower curtain and a FoodSaver bag sealer.July 15, 2012
Planing Figured Maple Advice on avoiding tear-out damage when planing curly maple. December 12, 2008
Glue Pot Cleaning Tips Thoughts on the messy business of cleaning out an edgebander glue pot.July 28, 2012
Lumber grading guidelines Where to find basic information on lumber grades and lumber grading. August 10, 2000
Power Voltage Destroying Jointer Motor? Three-phase power supplies rated as 220 volts may actually supply on 208 volts, and cook motors wired for single-phase 230 volt power. October 2, 2010
Engineered Flooring over a Concrete Slab Laminated wood flooring products work well applied to a concrete slab, as long as the floor is acceptably flat and a proper vapor barrier is applied first. February 5, 2007
Gluing Face Frames onto Cabinets Many cabinetmakers glue and clamp face frames on, with no other fasteners. In this thread, pros discuss options and techniques. October 20, 2005
Front Door Exterior Finish Another thread on front-door finishes. No wood finish lasts forever in a tough exterior exposure. November 25, 2006
Pin Nailers Versus 18-Gauge or 23-Gauge Nailers Installers discuss the relative usefulness of various fastener sizes and types for attaching prefinished crown moulding to cabinets. February 21, 2006
Epoxy Versus Urea-Formaldehyde Resin for Glueing Oily Wood Lumber and surface preparation may be more important than glue choice for good performance. But this discussion does shed some light on glue characteristics as well. February 16, 2014
Where to Mount Drawer Slides Cabinetmakers discuss whether to position drawer slides so that the slide itself halts the drawer travel, or to install bumpers instead. August 14, 2007
Jigs for Hinge Plate Layout Advice on efficient hinge boring layout when using hand drilling methods. March 28, 2015
Recoating Over an Existing Finish Finishers advise on a cautious approach to recoating cabinets without sanding down to bare wood. August 21, 2006
Materials Cost as a Proportion of Cabinet Costs There's no standard ratio of materials cost to other costs in cabinetmaking — it depends on many factors, and varies widely from job to job. April 10, 2008
Knotty Alder Bar Is the softness of Knotty Alder a problem in a bar situation where the wood could encounter some abuse? July 28, 2012
Gluing on Fine Moldings Advice on adhesives and techniques for those time when nails are just too big for the job. May 20, 2006
Gluing OSB to OSB Glue choices and clamping techniques for gluing oriented strand board sheets together, face to face. August 23, 2006
Laying Up a Patterned Veneer Detailed advice on laying up a veneered panel with a perimeter strip made of one veneer, and a center area made of another. June 28, 2006
Joinery to Prevent Telegraphing of a Paint Finish Cabinetmakers consider material and glue choices to avoid visual telegraphing of joints in a custom cabinetry and furniture job that will have an opaque white lacquer finish. November 15, 2011
Storing (and Flattening) Veneer Veneer should never be stored rolled up, or in hostile conditions. If it has been, however, here is advice on re-flattening any that survives. July 14, 2010
Drying Capitol Christmas Tree Slabs Despite several interesting suggestions, Woodweb fails to provide a secret formula for drying cross-sections of a pine tree trunk with no radial checking. Still a fun thread, though. August 16, 2012
Making Tight Finger Joints Glue is holding finger joints open, reports a craftsman. Pros offer suggestions for clamping long boards tightly end to end. November 9, 2005
Stearated Sandpapers and Waterborne Flowout Issues Advances in technology seem to have eliminated the flowout issues previously seen with waterbornes and synthetically treated sandpapers. October 28, 2009
Refinishing Old Church Pews Thoughts on how to figure out what the original finish is on some church pews, and refinish with a compatible formula. February 13, 2009
Oversize Frameless Cabinet Design A newcomer to frameless construction gets advice on designing and building a large, four-bay, floor-to-ceiling closet cabinet. December 28, 2005
Dummy Finial Hinges for Inset Doors A cabinetmaker wants to use Euro hinges for the real hinge, but apply a fake half-hinge to the door surface for looks. January 13, 2009
Walnut Glue-Up Adhesive Failure A woodworker gets advice about gluing up blanks for wood turning in a hot, dry shop. April 29, 2013
Antique Lumber: Steam Bend or Laminate? Upon consideration, a furnituremaker decides to laminate a curved table apron rather than try to steam and bend historic old wood. October 17, 2012
Fuzzy Finish on MDF A smooth surface on finished MDF requires sanding. April 17, 2009
Insert Cutterheads for Finish Planing Despite their advantages, spiral insert cutters may not be suitable for finish planing for glue-ups, according to some users. November 13, 2005
Ipe For Cabinet Construction Ipe's coloration, oiliness, irritating dust, and density are disadvantages when it comes to building cabinets. October 27, 2009
Joints in Very Long Laminate Tops Advice on fabricating and assembling large countertops so that laminate joints fall over solid substrate rather than at the substrate joints. May 3, 2011
Veneer Glue Options Pros tell which glue types they like for vacuum-bag veneering work. July 28, 2006
Gluing Teak More suggestions on joint prep and adhesive selection for this oily wood. December 20, 2005
Laminating Teak Strips Advice on adhesive choice, wood prep, and springback when laying up curved laminated members from Teak strips. November 3, 2010
Working with Zebrawood Tips on working with this interesting (but stinky) wood species. October 25, 2006
End Grain to End Grain Gluing In principle, gluing end grain results in a very weak joint. But in a pinch, there are ways to improve the bond. October 2, 2007
Removing Drum Sander Scratches Tips for detecting and sanding out the scratches left behind by a drum sander. October 13, 2005
Creating Your Own Iron-On Edgebanding Several different off-the-shelf adhesives work for iron-on application of veneer or edgebanding. September 25, 2014
Glue Reacting with Cherry A Cherry table shows witness lines at the glue joints. The culprit: a reaction between the wood and the glue. November 13, 2005
Glue Choice for Wood Countertop Glue creep, open time, and bond strength are issues when choosing an adhesive for gluing up wood butcher-block countertops. December 7, 2007
Glue Choices for Sizing Use a soft, easy-to-sand inexpensive white glue to mix glue sizing. May 28, 2010
Gluing Purpleheart Wood Purpleheart is not particularly oily, so yellow glue works well. March 25, 2010
Calculating the weight of lumber Formulas, detailed instructions and species-specific charts from Professor Gene Wengert. May 3, 2001
Boring Machine Accuracy and Dowel Joinery A discussion on achieving a nice joint fit when using dowels along with cope-and-stick joinery for 1-3/4"-thick door construction. May 6, 2009
Darkening a Danish Oil Finish on Walnut Thoughts on tweaking the color of Walnut after it has already been coated with an oil-based home brew.September 18, 2014
Cabinet Pocket Doors and Adjustable Shelves A construction problem: how to build a cabinet with adjustable shelves, inset into a wall, with doors that open out and slide back into recesses next to the cabinet. August 30, 2010
Constructing and Installing Banks of Bookshelves Library jobs typically call for multiple built-in bookcases, installed shoulder to shoulder. Here are descriptions and photos of different solutions to the construction problem. April 29, 2012
Avoiding Small Bubbles in Polyester Polyester finish performance is sensitive to temperature conditions, thinning proportions, and other factors. This thread offers troubleshooting ideas along with examples of successful strategies. May 18, 2010
Durability of Eastern Red Cedar Short answer: it's the heartwood that is rot-resistant. But you'll learn more than that from this discussion. April 11, 2008
Bowing in a Panel Glue-Up Woodworkers consider why a one-inch thick shelf made up of a 3/4-inch wood layer glued to a 1/4-inch MDF layer came out of the vacuum bag bowed. October 13, 2012
Dry Spray Diagnosis A classic example (probably), and some great pictures, of catalyzed finish drying before it hits the workpiece — and advice on prevention. November 11, 2008
Accounting for Down Payment Deposits Cabinetmakers discuss the bookkeeping and timely tax reporting issues around up-front partial payments for work to be done. March 11, 2009
"Climb Cutting" and Bit Rotation A basic introduction to bit rotation, feed direction, and the meaning of left-handedness and right-handedness in CNC work, with some tips on controlling cutter rotation and feed direction. February 8, 2008
Building a slab saw Advice and images on creating a contraption for chopping bundles of kindling. January 16, 2002
Design of Shaker-Style Panel Doors If the face is flat but the edge is narrower than the rest of the door panel, where does the raise go? March 25, 2007
Dead Standing Douglas Fir: Is It Dry Already? A discussion about the useability of wood from dead standing tree logs without further drying, and a little bit of kiln-related history. April 27, 2007
Converting a Point to Point CNC into a Flat Table Here's a discussion of the practicalities involved in modifying a pod-and-rail point-to-point CNC with the vacuum and spoilboard flat table required for cutting parts out of large sheets of material. December 28, 2010
Dealing with Fisheye A finisher finds the source of his fisheye problem (silicon overspray from an auto detailer next door) and the solution (cleaning contaminated surfaces with ammonia). October 26, 2005
Assessing an Old Circle Sawmill A discussion about getting a rusty old circle mill up and running again, including thoughts about safety and about restoring the old blade. . September 5, 2011
Air-Dried Pine for Exterior Siding and Trim A discussion of keeping pitch from gumming up the planer, and on priming knots in Pine to avoid bleeding. Nice photos in this thread. May 30, 2011
Compensating for Bit Shape when Touching Off When you "touch off" brad point or V-shaped drill bits, but you want the bit to drill all the way through the material, how do you adjust your settings or programs? June 8, 2008
Drawer Guide Socket Breakage What's making those plastic hardware pieces crack? Cabinetmakers talk it over. August 29, 2005
Clamping Methods for Laminations Cabinetmakers discuss jigs and techniques for clamping large curved laminated assemblies. July 21, 2005
Corner Sink Base Ideas Advice with drawings for building a corner sink base cabinet. October 11, 2007
Avoiding "Stripes" in a Flat Finish Boxing the spray pattern with a criss-cross application may help avoid visible stripes or overlap streaks. December 30, 2007
Drying Koa Insight on the ins and outs of drying Koa wood in Hawaii. April 20, 2011
Choosing an edger What to consider when buying an edger for a primary processing operation. January 4, 2001
Door Shrinkage Issues in Refinishing A cabinet refinisher gets advice on how to limit the problem of wood drying shrinkage causing unstained edges to become visible. September 3, 2010
Cold Calls One cabinetmaker describes how he succeeded with a determined program of cold sales calling. June 4, 2012
Cypress Mulch Cypress mulch may come from locally grown trees, even in the north. But there is environmental controversy about harvesting the trees for mulch. October 25, 2006
Crown Moulding Attachment Details Methods for mounting crown moulding on frameless and face-frame cabinets (with clear, useful drawings). April 13, 2010
Arched Moulding Glue-Ups Advice on sawing thin strips and gluing them up for arched moulding blanks. July 22, 2013
Air Flow and Mold Problems Troubleshooting an occurrence of mold in wood stacked for air-drying. March 26, 2013
Dressing a Widebelt Drum with Sandpaper A detailed discussion of using sandpaper glued to a wood platen to return a widebelt sander's drum to useable condition. July 29, 2012
Alternatives to Cumaru for Cabinet Work A client want cabinets made with Cumaru, a Brazilian hardwood. But the cabinetmaker is looking for a more practical species to substitute. Here are a few ideas. December 31, 2012
Drying Apple Wood Advice on how to saw and dry a big old Apple tree trunk. May 10, 2007
Commercial Countertop Shrinkage A very long laminate countertop in an industrial loft buildout experiences movement problems because of humidity changes. January 12, 2012
Dry Kiln Information Resources A list of clubs, organizations, books and publications providing information about drying lumber for use in woodworking. 1998.
Discoloration at Door Bumpers Cabinetmakers puzzle over what seems to be some kind of chemical interaction between a soft door bumper and a lacquer finish. June 17, 2009
Circular Mill Alignment Advice on fine adjustments to a circular sawmill for accurate cutting performance. February 12, 2007
Cabinet Installation and Trim Carpentry Installers discuss how trim carpenters and cabinet installers should work out the kinks where their workflows intersect. July 3, 2006
Automotive Clearcoat for an Exterior Door Some finishers say automotive finishes work well on exterior wood, but the manufacturers reportedly won't stand behind it. March 12, 2006
Balancing Drill-Holes on Tooling Cutterheads may be balanced at the factory by drilling small holes to remove weight. But that won't salvage a poor-quality cutter. September 10, 2007
Building Large Exterior Doors Advice on joinery and lumber choice for oversize exterior doors (5 out of 5 doctors agree: no Poplar!)October 17, 2011
Cleaning a Neglected Spraygun Advice on salvaging a spraygun that is all gunked up with dried-on polyurethane finish. April 21, 2008
Drying Logs for a Log House Advice on tree selection and drying methods for producing the best quality logs for log home building. July 16, 2012
A Humidity-Controlled Display Case A cabinetmaker gets advice on appropriate details for a climate-controlled display case for musical instruments. October 8, 2005
Beating a Cabinet to Pieces You learn a lot about the strength of various joinery and installation methods when you have to tear out a cabinet and break it into pieces for disposal. July 11, 2013
Air Piping Sizing and Material Choice Wider diameters offer less resistance and more storage buffering. Pex is also an option to consider. April 20, 2008
Drying Cherry in the Basement Even for a brief storage period, a basement is a dubious place for stacked, stickered wood. January 14, 2009
Alder for Exterior Doors Soft and unstable, Alder wood is not well suited for building entry doors. August 23, 2006
Air Nozzle Control Work-Arounds for CNC Routers Some CNC control systems have code to switch blower-nozzle air on and off, and some don't. If yours doesn't, a simple hardware tweak might help. July 16, 2008
Drying Wood in the Attic The attic is a handy place to dry small quantities of lumber. Here are some tips and cautions. September 10, 2007
Design Puzzle: Doors for a Wide Angle Corner Cabinetmakers discuss solutions to an interesting design puzzle: doors that meet at the outside corner of an irregularly shaped island cabinet. August 16, 2012
Common Names for Tropical Woods Woodworkers help compile an extensive list of common names for Central American wood species. February 15, 2009
Appearance Considerations with Sapele Sapele wood darkens over time (as do Cherry and Mahogany), and its compatibility with the look of other woods is a matter of personal preference. April 11, 2008
Alternatives for Spar Varnish on Mahogany Spar varnish's softness and flexibility matches well with mahogany's softness, but dry times are an issue. Here, finishers discuss other choices. April 30, 2006
Dovetailing Jig Quality Woodworkers discuss experiences with various dovetailing jigs. June 12, 2006
Black Dye Stains for Maple Tips and tricks for applying a dark stain to maple while still revealing the grain. Pros recommend various methods using inks, dyes, and toners. October 28, 2005
CNC Compressed Air Needs CNC owners discuss compressor, tank, and pipe setups for good performance. October 13, 2008
Billing Schedules A cabinetmaker considers whether to adjust his usual "50% down, 50% on completion" by breaking out installation as a separate charge. February 8, 2008
De-Barking Strategies and Rigs Debarking a whole log just to make your first square cuts is a lot of extra labor. Here, sawyers discuss effective ways to work around the de-barking problem. September 6, 2010
Cherry Toning to Match Old and New Success story: a little sunlight and some trans-tint dye toning provides a pleasing match. November 3, 2010
Air-Drying Cuban Mahogany This stable wood may dry fast indoors, but kiln-drying would also eliminate pests. September 14, 2006
Crown Moulding on Frameless Cabinets Full-overlay doors on frameless upper cabinets make it tricky to apply crown molding at the ceiling. October 9, 2006
Boring MDF Without Blowout Bit speed, bit material and bit geometry could all be factors if MDF blows out as the drill bit exits the material. November 25, 2005
Cabinet Floor-Platform Terminology Most cabinetmakers are familiar with the idea of a ladder-shaped platform for mounting base cabinets in certain situations. But what do you call the pieces of that assembly? July 29, 2007
Buying a forklift Considerations when purchasing a used forklift. March 28, 2001
Burmese Versus Plantation Teak A quick discussion of Asian and South American varieties of wood marketed as "Teak" July 13, 2010
Dealing with Fire Code Issues in a Spray Booth Advice on communicating with a building department about the fine points of the fire code as it relates to spray finishing booths. May 27, 2014
Bleaching Blue Stain Advice on using bleach to clean lumber affected by blue stain. August 31, 2009
Air-dried lumber Is it air-dried cherry acceptable for furnituremaking? March 20, 2001
Catalpa: Uses and Vulnerabilities Catalpa is a beautiful wood, rot-resistant and prized by some wood turners. Standing trees may have heart rot, however. April 24, 2013
Adhesion Issues with Teak Edgebanding The oils in Teak wood tend to interfere with glue bonding. Here's how some cabinetmakers handle that when applying shop-made Teak edgebanding. January 8, 2007
Cedar and Log Scale Accuracy Advice on estimating the amount of recoverable lumber in some Eastern Red Cedar logs. March 26, 2009
Composting Chips and Shavings Compost shavings and chips before adding them to garden soil. Here's how. December 31, 2012
Cabinets for a Bank A cabinetmaker gets advice on creating specs and drawings for cabinetry for a bank, including teller work-stations. December 27, 2008
Applying a Chip-Through Finish Wax or petroleum jelly applied in spots will break adhesion and allow the topcoat to chip off, exposing the undercoat. November 26, 2007
Bit Life in High Pressure Laminate How many sheets should you be able to cut before a bit wears out? Comparing carbide with diamond, and a discussion of feed rates and settings. July 3, 2005
Closing Shop for a Vacation Week Key people need a break. But how will clients feel when you shut down the whole operation for a week? February 27, 2013
Cutting Shims Fine points of a minor, but important element in cabinet installation: the lowly shim. April 14, 2010
Design Drafting for a Tudor Arch Looking like a flattened Gothic arch, a Tudor arch involves a complex interaction of four radius centers. Here's some help with designing one. October 11, 2007
Dowel case assembly Shop owners sing the praises of dowel case construction. September 6, 2000
Correcting an Un-Catalyzed CV Coat Thoughts on recovering from an "oops" — forgetting to add catalyst to a batch of conversion varnish. March 9, 2010
Air Drying Shed Design A couple of basic tips, plus an example of a simple drying shed for rough sawn lumber. April 21, 2011
Drum Sander Sanding Marks Drum sanders typically leave "washboard" contact marks, so that sanded pieces still require hand sanding with a random-orbit sander. March 13, 2007
Breaking router bits Why are bits breaking while cutting exterior-grade MDF? November 26, 2001
Difficulty with Drying Small Loads Running a predryer with a quarter charge of green wood is tricky to manage and full of risks. April 24, 2014
Corner Cabinet Tips and Ideas Suggestions for a cabinetmaker getting into building his first corner sink base. January 13, 2009
Custom Mouldings for Arched Window Tops Manufactured windows may not have regular, true, or consistent dimensions. The safest bet is to make a template from the actual window. October 13, 2005
A Unique Ebonizing Recipe Here's a custom chemical brew that goes on yellow and green, then turns deep black when the oil finish hits it. September 16, 2008
Building a Home Show Display Pros share design and construction tips for a trade-show booth presentation. July 2, 2005
Cabinet Doors Twisting in the Clamp A cabinetmaker tries to understand why door parts twist out of alignment during the assembly process. January 11, 2008
Allergic Reactions to Wood Sawmiller show and tell about rashes and respiratory reactions to contact with various wood species. October 20, 2005
Diamond Bits Versus Carbide Bits Diamond bits last longer in hard materials, but may not be as sharp for quality cutting. January 14, 2008
Aspen Wood for Cabinets It's soft, it's fuzzy, and it takes finish unevenly. Hmm... August 29, 2006
Door/drawer gaps in Euro-style cabinets Americans need to apply the looser European standards to door and drawer gaps to avoid frustration when ordering these parts from other manufacturers. October 18, 2000
Dealing with Shake in Hemlock Saw Logs Shake in a Hemlock log is a sign of bacterial damage, so sawing the log is probably a waste of time. November 14, 2009
Catalyzed Finish Expiration Dates Pre-cat lacquers are labeled with an expiration date. Use it after that, and here's the trouble you'll have. June 28, 2006
Correcting Snipe on a Planer A few simple tips help a woodworker get his Woodmaster 718 planer into satisfactory shape. February 2, 2012
Drying Lumber in the Attic It's hot and dry up there — maybe too dry. But for small amounts, attic drying is feasible, though tricky. December 1, 2005
Disclaimer for Cabinet Installation How should a cabinet installer cover himself when he notice defects in the cabinet finish before starting the installation? August 8, 2008
Building Cabinets with Lyptus Cabinetmakers discuss the machining qualities and other characteristics of Lyptus (Eucalyptus) wood, and its suitability for cabinet construction. April 6, 2007
Cutting creosoted poles Advice on cutting (or not cutting) utility poles treated with creosote. June 20, 2000
Conversion Varnish Dust Problems Imperfections in a CV finish could be caused by dust, air, or problems in the sealer coat. Here, pros suggest fixes for each. December 1, 2005
Cupping Door Stile A moisture-related wood movement problem leads to a discussion of LVL versus solid wood core material for veneered exterior doors. August 6, 2008
Drying 4" by 12" White Oak Slow air-drying before kiln-drying will partially limit the cracking of large pieces of White Oak.
Blind Corner Pullout Choices Big supplier salespeople weigh in on this informative thread about choosing and installing pullout shelving for blind corner cabinets. August 31, 2010
Building Arched Cabinets A first-timer asks for advice on making a veneer arch. Cabinetmakers suggest products and methods, and show project examples. July 9, 2005
Alternative to a Long Through-Bore Instead of drilling the length of a long piece, route matching grooves into half-blanks, then glue up. September 28, 2006
Cabinet Cost Versus House Cost What percentage of a house's price might the cabinets cost? Feedback from various locations. August 29, 2005
Drying hickory lumber Avoiding sticker stain and bugs in hickory lumber. December 12, 2000
Caulking Moulding-to-Cabinet Joints Ways to get a decent color match with caulk and nail-hole filler on painted cabinet trim. September 11, 2006
Cleaning Up Latex Paint Tips for getting a latex paint drip off a polyurethane finished surface. August 30, 2005
Circular Sawmill Blade Tuning Large circular sawmill blades are hammered to dish the blade when at rest; it flattens out when the mill is running. Here's more. April 30, 2009
Cherry Cabinets with Birch Interiors Ideas on how to finish off the ends of cabinets built with different species of plywood for interiors and exteriors. February 26, 2007
Creating Submittal Drawings with Cabinet Vision This thread teaches about how to use Cabinet Vision to generate detailed submittal drawings, and includes a lively and somewhat contentious side debate concerning the appropriate format and level of detail for various business circumstances, with some comments about decorum. December 31, 2012
Choosing Flap Sanding Wheels Advice on selecting sanding heads for profile sanders, and some thoughts on the best use of the machine.June 30, 2014
Dipping Lumber Before Stickering A brief description of dipping lumber in fungicide and insecticide for short-term dead stacking before stickering to air dry. March 28, 2012
Best Hook Angle for Corrugated Insert Knives Here's some insight into hook angles. Different hook angles may work better for different woods, but other factors matter more. May 5, 2007
Applying Veneer to a Solid Wood Table Top Veneer glued to solid wood is a less stable assembly than an MDF or plywood-core glue-up. But there are ways to make it work. November 19, 2005
Antiqueing Brass Brass gets old quick if you fume or soak it with the right stuff. June 10, 2006
Comparing Sapele to Mahogany Woodworkers discuss the visual appearance and working characteristics of Sapele wood. April 9, 2008
Bandsaw mill blade speed Solving a problem of quickly dulled band saw blades and insufficient horsepower. January 16, 2001
Black ash uses White ash, black ash, and their various uses. July 26, 2000
Chair Making Equipment The category "chair-making equipment" includes a wide variety of specialized and more general tools and machines. September 20, 2008
ATS Measuring Stand Repair Tips on repairing or replacing the caliper device on a moulder'smachining, accuracy, set-up, milling, cutting, shaping, joints, joinery, cutters, heads, knives, sharpening, automatic tool-setting stand. May 13, 2005
Consistent Tint with a Waterbased Stain A finisher struggles with shade variations on a set of oak doors. Colleagues suggest ways to solve the problem. August 9, 2005
Alternatives to dado cabinet construction John Elvrum offers a practical approach to identifying viable, mechanical alternatives to traditional dado joinery of cabinet boxes. 1998.
Cabinet Catches for a Motor Home Standard hardware suppliers have hardware that will work for cabinetry in a van conversion or motor home interior, but specialty hardware is also widely available. January 2, 2012
Cleaning a Leaky HVLP Gun Air bubbles leaking into the cup indicate the need for a thorough cleaning. September 11, 2006
Beveled Edge Slab Oak Doors A cabinetmaker describes his technique for fabricating beveled-edge doors with a solid wood edge, MDF core, and veneer faces. November 22, 2005
Cleaning a Pressure Pot A routine for rinsing out a pressure pot and spraygun with solvent. April 18, 2015
De-Barking Maple Burls Tips for improving the labor-intensive process of getting bark off a maple burl log. December 11, 2007
Dowel drilling and use guidelines A quick guide to dowel clearances and practices, including drilling depth, diameter-to-edge ratios, and dowel selection. 1998.
Defining the Term "Board" Boards, flitches, and cants - here's how to keep 'em straight. February 26, 2005
Cross-Grain Plywood If you want plywood grain running up and down instead of side to side, carefully cutting and seaming the piece will usually fool the eye. July 9, 2007
Bandsaw Belt Slipping Poor alignment between the belt and the pulley is the likeliest explanation for a bandsaw drive belt slipping off its pulley. October 19, 2014
CNC Router Bit Size Pros select why to choose a larger or smaller bit. July 3, 2005
Basic differences, CNC vs. P2P The basic capabilities of these two types of computer-driven woodworking machine are explained. January 3, 2001
Cutting Crown Molding the Simple Way If you've never done it before, cutting crown molding is confusing — it's hard to visualize the angles. This Wood Magazine video walks you through the simple process of cutting crown standing up on the chopsaw. July 12, 2007
Drawing and Cutting Ellipses Drawing ellipses without strings or formulas, making a jig to cut an ellipse, and cutting an ellipse with a router and jig. January 28, 2007
Span Limits for Plywood Shelving Over three feet, and you're looking at potential sagging issues. Pros discuss span limits and shelf stiffening options. November 11, 2005
Re: two (three) fer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/22) -- Reuters had an interesting article today about lead poisoning in the State of C ...
Concealed Hinge for 1 3/8 thick door A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/22) -- We are trying to produce a hidden door within wainscot paneling. The staves for the panel ...
Re: Aged and checked finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/22) -- Those are checks in the wood, not the finish. Sometimes you can't match Mother Nature. ...
Re: counter top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/22) -- Bob did a good post. My view is, I just wouldn't do an under mount in ...
Hettich AvanTech You Illumination A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/22/24) -- Hi all, I have been eying this product for about a year now. I have tried to get any i ...
Re: CNC Purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/22/23) -- I can’t comment on price, but I know service and availability of parts are fairly non existent i ...
Scm Si15f A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/22/23) -- Anyone out there have one of these? I need a scoring blade for one I just bought and s ...
Re: End Trimming on 45 Degree Shelves A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/22) -- Our guys prefer not doing the handwork and they suggested it as faster, its less than $5 ...
Re: Cross cutting A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/22) -- I use a older dewalt non slider 12" miter with a chopmaster blade on it. Set up some ...
Re: Best tool for roughing wide widths on cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/22) -- Can you further define what you are doing? What material are you cutting? What is the spindle hp of ...
Re: MLC's Agualente vs. Agualente Plus A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/22) -- I too was recently surprised about the plus. I needed one gallon of clear satin to finish up ...
Corner rounder A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/22) -- Just bought used off line corner rounder.the machine seems to go through the operations f ...
Buffing SS edges with an edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (2/22) -- I have 150 6' x 6" strips of standard SS to bullnose and buff. Can ...
Re: Insert Planer Knives to Solve Tearout Woes A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/22/22) -- Brent, have you tried Hermance to see what their lead time is? https://www.herm ...
Re: Omal hinge machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/22) -- Never did it on my Omal, but I have on a Blum machine. They do that so if it ever loosens ...
Re: Pneumatic stapler for Melamine assembly A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/22) -- I believe the top stapler and brad nailer made these days according to my tool suppliers ...
Hatin A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/22) -- So I am in the mood to tell it like it is. I have irons in other fires nowadays ...
Re: Blind corner options? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/22) -- We find that the Lemans corner unit from Kessebohmer, sold by Hafele is hands down the ni ...
Re: Cabinet Door Profile A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/22) -- I also can't tell from the drawing. If it is a veneered MDF door with a an ap ...
Re: Quality differences in corrugated shaper heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/22) -- We use Titan 12/20 Heads, Can't go wrong with these I may have some older 1-1/4 he ...
Re: Cabinet Door Profile A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/22) -- Is it in fact a 5-pc door or just a slab with a beaded edge. Can't tell from ...
Casadei K320 not heating A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/21/21) -- I just got the casadei k320 Good condition but, the glue pot has been sitting at 16° ...
Re: What ratio aaa pump? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/21) -- As far as quality goes I have owned 3 different AAA units over the years. The first was an A ...
Re: 6 hour Work Day....Is it Possible in the US? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/21) -- Re the mandates, some states are mandating a minimum wage. But it isn't going ...
Re: 6 hour Work Day....Is it Possible in the US? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/21) -- Hi, Pat. Here's a couple of things. The federal debt may never be retired, but ...
Re: Servicing Brandt Gluepot A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/21) -- Thanks very much. I think I have the schematic, but if I can't put my hands on it, I'll ...
Re: Custom Cabinetry and remodeling A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/21/22) -- You can't afford to buy a cheap cnc, or a half ton pickup. Neither one is u ...
fisheye A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/21) -- I've been having troubles with fisheye on and off for most of this year. Hoping to get some ...
Re: Router specs for miter folding solid surface A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/21) -- The problems with routing a mitre are quality of the cut. My saw is 9" in diameter and its fa ...
California Sales Tax A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/21) -- This questions is specific to California and the collection and payment of sal ...
small overhead hoist A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (11/21) -- Back story. My company hires an engineering firm to come in twic ...
Re: Wood Columns: species A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/21) -- By all means, choose the Teak if you can. It is one of the most interesting ...
Re: Mechanical Aptitude test for hiring? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/21) -- I may well be wrong. But as I understand it, you ARE allowed to discriminate. ...
Re: Flat Line vs. Conventional A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/21) -- Keith, Having a hard time following your capacity- sounds like 50 doors takes 12 minutes but ...
Re: Solid Essentials - Is it a good starting point A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/21) -- Barry, I have used CV Solid for about 6 years now. I started with Standard - No Optimization. I no ...
Glue Wheel A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (11/21) -- Can anyone advise of a tool that elevates the person from spinning the wheel to loosen the ...
Re: Kuper stitcher wanted A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/21) -- Can you get you a good used VSI ZZ-27 if you are interested. ...
Re: Lazy susan on table top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/21/21) -- Pete: What I have done is to put self adhesive rubber cabinet door bumpers on the bot ...
Re: Waterborne finish on cherry A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/21) -- Bob, Obviously, I can’t convince you of something you don’t believe. All I know is many peop ...
Re: Waterborne finish on cherry A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/21) -- Can we at least agree that there really are two scoops of raisins in Kellogs raisin bran ? ...
Re: Alcohol soluble resins A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/21) -- I love shellac and still want to use it for the build coats. I'm looking to add a barrier to ...
Re: new closet/kitchen business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/21) -- I have to agree with John. I've always found that the people who are successfu ...
Re: Lean experts please advise A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/21) -- A lot of people who consider Lean Manufacturing conclude that it somehow is no ...
Re: Lean experts please advise A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/21) -- @ Blaine, thank you for the comments, you ask some very good questions that I ...
Re: Festool is overrated A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/21) -- I started in 01 with the track saw , since then we have burned through a few of those . ...
Re: what works? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/21) -- I'm in the same boat as you. I can't find help at a reasonable pay rate at all ...
Polishing CV finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/21) -- Can anyone give me a schedule for polishing out High gloss CV by ML Campbell. This will be a ...
Re: Edgebander brands A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/21) -- I would have to agree with the previous post about the IMA. I have ran Holz ...
Cantek MX340M 5hp, 3ph edge bander A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/21/21) -- I just bought this machine. I have never had a Cantek machine. My old edgebander si ...
Re: Manually applying PVC edge banding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/21) -- Mark B: I'm guessing that you can't use the bander either because the piece is too big or ...
Pigmented CV touch up A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/21) -- Just got a call that the glass company damaged a vanity I installed a month back. nickle size ...
Re: Servo creep on CNT Motion Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/21) -- Greg, that's very helpful, thank you for responding. Yes, our servo drives are in the gray box on t ...
Re: woodCAD CAM software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/21) -- Bubba, "As far as machining flexability they are at least 10 years behind RouterCim and Alpha ...
Re: fabricating 'standard' handrail fittings A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/21) -- Haven't gotten to constructing anything yet. this project is turning into sho ...
Autocad function A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/21) -- I’m using acad 13 I have a radiused wall drawn and i used my flat back tape measurer to get an appr ...
Given a 10k budget for a bander...my options A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/21) -- That's the amount I was given to work with. Maybe I could stretch it to 15k. Can I even c ...
Re: Cabinet Vision Mat Schedule A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/21) -- Not sure, I'm new to this position. The draftsman quit and I took over. I do have software on anoth ...
Re: A warning to newbies A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/21) -- Worked for others in the beginning. Getting laid off when they were slow sucked ...
Re: HSK63f Spindle Tool A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/21) -- Can you post a picture of that tool, we need to purchase this too. ...
Multiple airlocks on one transfer pipe? A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (7/21) -- I'm assuming this works, just playing with an idea. Can you have ...
Planer Digital Read Out A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/21) -- Our SAC planer has a read out display that is driven with speedometer cable. I would like ...
Re: Headphones on the shop floor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/21) -- The answer to this is simple. You can't wear headphones while wearing your gove ...
Re: Plam delaminating issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (7/21) -- It sounds like your problem is more related to expansion/contraction if ...
Re: Wishy washy software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/21) -- It is what it is. This is why the profession of "CAD/CAM Engineer" is slowly evolving in ...
Re: Wood top A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/21) -- I can't imagine what the 24" is doing with the 52", but 24" projection ...
Re: Looking for shaper cutter A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/21) -- 2nd vote for Freeborn. You can't go wrong. We use them because of consistency and quality ...
Re: Drop in orders? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/21) -- The last few years in my area have seen a massive amount of new construction in both housing and co ...
Re: Exterior Door Panel Longevity A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/21) -- David, I applaud your efforts. I can't offer any improvements to your method, ...
Re: Auction sites A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/21/24) -- I have purchased over 75k in stuff from machinery max. Generally a good experience. Go ...
Concealed damage A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (5/21/23) -- Typically, if we unbox an cabinet more than 30 days after delivery ...
SCM CNC Tech A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/21) -- I was wondering if anyone knows a SCM Tech who could maybe help me out with my CNC? The drill head ...
Re: Freight Shipping A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/21) -- Larry, Thanks for the response. I guess it's just the LTL business model to not ...
Re: Is eCabinets keeping up with the times? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/21) -- How does it do with part remakes? Can I select a part at the machine, or do you have to filter out ...
Re: CabinetSense A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/21) -- 4 side ,fronts ,can be 10 side... ...
Does anyone know how to make this joint? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/21) -- I need to make about 300 wooden boxes. They don't need to be perfectly beauti ...
Hydrocote Amber Additive with Sayerlack? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/21) -- We are trying to slowly make the full conversion to WB finishes and get good systems in place ...
Re: Sharpening a chisel. A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/21) -- Yes. The router bit is free and I'm just holding them by hand. I cut away a s ...
Oneida Filter Filling with shavings A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (4/21) -- I have an Oneida V-systems 5hp cyclone dust collector. Last week ...
Re: new vs used CNC advice A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/21) -- I am very biased, but I say buy a machine. Look for good old iron, something with a common control, ...
Re: Veneering 3mm Hardwood to 1-1/4" substrate A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (4/21) -- i'm pressing 5" wide material x 8' long. I press 8 at a time. The last owner of this Italpr ...
Re: Need a good wood filler A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/21) -- Consider an epoxy with a thickener in it, like West System with colloidal silica. Hard as a r ...
Tsp A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/21) -- Can someone tell me what TSP stands for? I feel like a idiot asking.I am refinishing some cab ...
Re: More on Spraying CV A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/21/22) -- No. Spray X & Y directions You need to know that you can't spray 4 coats, because of t ...
Re: HSK vs. ISO30 on New CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/21) -- Trust me, if you ever used a sweep, you will never purchase a machine without one. I have never hea ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/21) -- Well, since this thread has gone off on a tangent, I'll put my .02 cents in as ...
deep mortise bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/21) -- We are cutting 1.5" deep X .5" mortises in solid wood. (hickory cherry and maple) Can any ...
Re: RTA Fittings A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/21) -- Lamello makes the best, most versatile RTA connectors I've ever come across. I use them a ...
Re: WideBelt Sander problem.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/21) -- Jeff, is this something that suddenly showed up, or you just noticed it? Has the s ...
Re: My dilemma.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/21) -- Listen guy, I'm kinda with everyone else on this. You decided to quit because o ...
Re: Veneering in the 3rd world A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (3/21) -- The 15 PSI (aka 14.7) was based on removing the air from the bag. When the air is out, That's wh ...
Re: Touchscreen shop computer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/21/23) -- Thanks guys Karl it sounds like you have my woes. I think I'll go mostly tablets. Too ...
Glue lines in paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/21/22) -- We have always used conversion varnish on our products. However we were trying out the She ...
Re: Conversion varnish specks A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/21/22) -- Humidity in the shop is about 25%. Cleaned the entire shop, set up a gun with the compress ...
Re: New Bander SCM ME-20 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/21) -- Our work is mostly on high gloss, supermatt and textured European panel material and we c ...
Re: using a handheld veneer stitcher A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (2/21) -- The videos I have are VCR tapes. Once upon a time.....I can't imaginer trying to locate a workin ...
Re: Wide belt contact drum recover A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/21) -- Can anyone tell me how to bypass the auto shutdown on a grizzly 37"widebelt i ...
Re: Curved benches A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/21) -- Bill IR heaters sound good too. Can you expand more on your idea? Any links t ...
Re: FASTER Spray Glue techniques A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/21) -- The only spray adhesive I've ever used were the pressurized canisters of solvent based like W ...
Re: Power feeder speed question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/21) -- I appreciate the responses. JP, I’ve been looking for gear sets and so far haven’t had an ...
Re: Board cutting yield A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/21) -- Most guys up here use a cost per sheet, say $25 to $30 per sheet. Ask your prospective client if he ...
Re: air compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/21) -- Just had to replace my 10hp Kaeser at 7 years old. Had a small fire in the cont ...
Re: re color kitchen cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/21) -- I'vef done quite a few kitchen strip/refinishes and of course without a doubt the fixtures ar ...
Re: Close the doors, move on? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/21) -- Being an owner is not for everyone. Ask yourself "what makes me happy" ...
casein glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/21) -- Can I use this glue when the temp is below 50 degrees? 40? I'm using a vacuum press ...
Re: Solid panel in vanity with reveal A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/21/22) -- You are overthinking this too much about wood shrinkage. You can't predict wood with a ...
Re: Headphones/Earbuds in the shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/21) -- I would agree with John, the days of lower the boom leadership are long gone. ...
UIV Birch vs. Melamine A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/21) -- OK, I'm sure this has been discussed before, but I can't find specifics relevant to us. W ...
Re: Helpful tips to speed up Production A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/21) -- of course the answer is...you can't do the impossible; quality work in too short of time with ...
Re: Brandt Gluepot Issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/21) -- We have a Holzher cartridge machine. It heats up in 5 minutes and it is easy to keep clea ...
Re: router vs shaper A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/21) -- Each of the machines under discussion has pluses and minuses. Cost is always a major cons ...
MARKETING & SALES A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/21) -- Hello guys, We are in south florida. We want to start doing some marketing to b ...
Re: Coping sled A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/21) -- I have a couple, but don't let anyone else see them....this is really cutting edge engine ...
Re: soft close side mount drawer guides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/20/22) -- Soft close is certainly easier on the drawer box than having a epoxy side mount. If t ...
Laser measurer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/20/21) -- I am in the market for a laser measurer I have a whole house of b ...
Dedicated Shaper Advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/20) -- Hi all, Long story short I want to know what others would do if they were to keep a dedi ...
Re: 1/4'' shelf pin hole drill with stop collar A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/20) -- I did what Mark suggested decades ago. Can't fail. I've also ground the drill bit down s ...
Re: wood shrinkage question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/20) -- This is an easy question to answer. 1) If the house has no trouble at all staying below ...
Discoloration A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/20) -- Okay, I'm in a bit of a pinch. I just received a call from my contractor on a project we com ...
Re: 6 hour Work Day....Is it Possible in the US? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/20) -- Sea444, Eventually we are going to reach a point in this country where it is m ...
Re: Valspar cv not drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/20) -- I see no date on can. Their is numbers printed on lid but nothing that looks like a date cod ...
Re: Valspar cv not drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/20) -- Valspar cv has a shelf life. Check the date on the can. This could be the problem. ...
Re: Dining table failure A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/20) -- There is certainly an incompatibility issue between the glued breadboard, air dried l ...
Re: Finish problems A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/20) -- Wipe clean with your hand. You can’t feel the crumbs with a tack cloth. Spray tack coats. Ad ...
Re: Door stop A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/20) -- Blum sells restrictor clips for most or all of their hinges. If you can’t find one. I wo ...
Re: Does Lean work on a construction site? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/20) -- I used to have an article I photo copied from someone elses issue of Fine Home ...
Cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/20) -- Our CNC was accidently stopped during a tool change. We have a Biesse rover J. Ive re homed it but ...
Re: Double Action Hinge A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/20) -- Thanks, Alan. I thought about something like that, but I'm holding out for something tha ...
Re: Phantom Lines A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/20) -- Wow. You must have some serious vacuum hold-down pressure! Can you lessen that in any way and stil ...
Re: Interior Designer Commision A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/20) -- I'm having a hard time understanding why it is an issue what she drives, Ferra ...
Re: Table Finish Advice A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/20) -- Sticky situation!...l'll get the lesson learned part out of the way first, always make sampl ...
Fusion 360 to Biesse Klever 1530 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/20) -- Hi All, We have recently purchased a used Biesse Klever 1530 5x10 flatbed CNC to boost our product ...
Re: Have experience or interest in a co-op shop? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/20) -- This was has been around for a while. I have spoken to a couple of former memb ...
Re: Face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/20) -- We prefinish all of our cabinet parts before assembly so that is why ...
oliver 5385 sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/20) -- I recently bought a new Oliver 5385 wide belt sander. The digital read out is only accur ...
Re: Moving melamine??? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/20) -- Jeff, Happens all the time. Sometimes a lot, sometimes a little, rarely not at all. I ha ...
Re: Wood Cad Cam blind dado construction A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/20) -- ...To put it another way: The blind dado should be available as a "connector" just like ...
Re: Dispensing thinners from 5g cans? Hand pumps? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/20) -- I know how to tilt a can, and I do use a benchtop tilt mechanism for dispensing paint and cl ...
Re: Should I invest in a cabinet company? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/20) -- Most of the worlds industries have gone to some form of just in time manufactu ...
Re: Eyebrow head Pivot A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/20) -- Can't you use a bottom pivot and intermediate pivots and eliminate the top p ...
Re: Homemade Pellets for Pellet Stove A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (10/20) -- John, Do a search in the upper right corner of this forum and you will fin ...
machine repair person A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/20) -- Can anyone recommend a repairman in the Philly area? My specific need is to have s ...
Re: Flipping Sheet Material A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/20) -- Its very easy to flip the sheets. If you can't do it then go for a professional. ...
Re: Professionalism A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/20) -- When I apprenticed 40 years ago I learned many things , yet I still try and learn some ...
Re: finishing wood tops A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/20) -- The oil based poly is touch enough to finish floors. Its flexible and never really gets hard ...
What is this slide? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/20) -- A customer has this slide out pantry with these slides. It seems as though a screw has ba ...
Holz-Her edge banders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/20) -- Can I exchange parts between HOLZ HER edge banders? 1st edge bander is a HOLZ HER 1436 S ...
Re: sanding profiled trim and molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/20) -- Jimmy, Yes I have the Festool sander,and it works very well for what I use it ...
Cracks in ready to paint particleboard finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/20/23) -- Hello All, The customer has a china cabinet made from "ready to paint" particleb ...
Re: RE: Old Wood Veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (7/20) -- You are kicking at a hornet's nest. I do not consider 1/4" wood veneer. The reason veneer w ...
Re: Low hanging fruit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/20) -- One of the things I tell customers all the time is that there is nothing partic ...
Re: Chiseling corners in MDF shaker door A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/20) -- Hi Marty I have attached a few images of my attempt at getting the sharp corner. I can't ...
Re: Low hanging fruit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/20) -- Which brings us to amnesia. I can't remember the last time a boom economy laste ...
Re: Headphones on the shop floor A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/20) -- Two sides to this. We want them to wear ear protection for loud noises but not ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/20) -- From @JWSee: "Riggles, I agree with you that there are a lot of times when ...
Milling MDF A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/20) -- I am currently working on a project that requires lots of milling on the face of a sheet of 5x10 MD ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/20) -- Riggles, I agree with you that there are a lot of times when a worker might thi ...
Re: Contact spreader A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (7/20) -- Thank you Chris, It appears the Pfohl and Klebo are the same unit. It would be great if one o ...
Re: shop vac A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (6/20/24) -- I agree that became unproductive. Here are a few photos. I can ...
Re: Pallmann Magic Oil 2k finish issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/20/22) -- A few things: Two coats is the recommended max according to the manufacturer. Once it isn' ...
NR carbide cutters for turning A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/20/22) -- I'd like to upgrade my carbide cutters to the 3 piece NR 24.5" full size set f ...
Recommended installers in NYC A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (6/20) -- I have a potential job in Manhattan (I am in MA) and am leaning towar ...
Re: Cleaning glue off stave door cores A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/20) -- Regarding the OP question: We joint flat after glue up, with edges in place, ...
Re: The Death Of CabnetWare A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/20) -- Very disappointed that cabnetware is going to die. Have used the program since 88. It has always me ...
Re: Wear your ear protection A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/20) -- Parrot Zik. http://www.parrot.com/ca/products/zik2/ Wireless, noise cancelling, ...
Glider black metal arms A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/20) -- I'm in need of replacement metal arms as shown. The company that made the chair is OOB. I've ...
Re: Labor Market/Finding Workers A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/20) -- I must have expressed myself wrong--not at all what I am thinking Pat. I'm refe ...
Re: blade sharpenings A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (6/20) -- Cabmaker, I have to check, but I think that Leuco was what shipped on the Striebig as well. ...
Tree scale chart A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (6/20) -- Can anyone tell me where I might find a Doyle tree scale chart for 12' logs instead of the mor ...
Re: rift cut oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/20/24) -- Ryan-can you share your stain mix? I use ChemCraft but am very familiar with MLC and M ...
Re: Business Opportunity A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/20/23) -- In business, you really need to be adaptive to attract more clients and prov ...
Ultrasonic cleaner solution. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/20/22) -- I purchased an ultrasonic cleaner recently for cleaning my spray gun parts, I am wondering ...
Re: Need advice on bits A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/20) -- We've tried a lot of different bits. So far the best has been the Onsurd Marathon coated 3/8". ...
Re: Music in the Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/20) -- The purpose of headphones is to dampen vibrations before they get into your inn ...
Re: Music in the Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/20) -- OSHA has rules for hearing protection, one of the rules is you can't wear heari ...
Is eCabinets keeping up with the times? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/20) -- The more I think about upgrading my CNC router, the more it makes sense to buy a Thermwood simply b ...
Re: Is eCabinets keeping up with the times? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/20) -- I am seriously looking @ an SNX for our next router. Between Craig Sexton and Ed Moran, they have t ...
Re: Design flaw ooops... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/20) -- Can you have the door pivot up. You would loose some space in top of cabinet but it shoul ...
Re: Edgebanding HPL A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/20) -- Thanks for your input! Can you also use PVA solution (watered down yellow glue) and the D ...
Re: Gorilla glue, just curious A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (5/20) -- Interior woodwork SHALL be built from lumber that has been properly dried to an appropriate E ...
Re: Trying to expand our tambour sales A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/20/24) -- Tambour use has gone out of style since the appliance garages died. Sorry, c ...
Re: Sharpening a chisel. A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/20) -- You are a professional and can't sharpen a chisel? Woof! You need to grind an ...
Re: Medex for raised panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/20) -- If you are going to produce MDF doors of any appreciable quantity, invest in diamond tool ...
Re: Pricing prefinished trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/20) -- What some other guy charges a foot is only half the equation. How much is an hour of your sho ...
Hinge replacements A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/20) -- I'm replacing doors on a older Woodmode kitchen that was put in in the late 80's (at leas ...
preglued edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/20) -- I'm having a hard time finding any preglued wood edgebanding thicker than the standard .5 ...
Re: Hinge replacements A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/20) -- Can you post a pic. ...
Re: saw top lube A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/20) -- Lami Lube III. Works good and a lot cheaper than Bostik but my supplier does not stock it ...
Reface Oak Kitchen Cabinets With Painted Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/20) -- I'm doing my homework ahead of bidding on the above captioned job. Customer is requesting ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- Technically, Larry is right. A stock table saw can't cut a base cabinet end pan ...
Re: Horizontal Boring A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/20) -- I do use a 1" deep stub tenon on this type door, so I always bore my dow ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- I'd put a panel handler at the top of my list because it is a device that limit ...
Re: Hiring: How to test applicants for strength A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- A table saw can't cut square parts from a panel? That's demonstrably false nons ...
Re: two (three) fer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- I consulted the brain trust on other possible reasons, this is their replies: M ...
Re: Tall oversized raised panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/20) -- You've gotten some excellent advice that has essentially saved your ass from what would h ...
Re: Interior door veneer splitting A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/20) -- What if you were to reduce the thickness of the maple and add a cross-band veneer. Sor ...
Re: Large Jobs in Microvellum A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/20) -- Those of you who are making large files are there any negatives to have large files like that? Can ...
Re: Molding/Shaper Knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/20/23) -- You’re the type of person that gets taken out Snipe hunting at night with a fla ...
Acacia A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/20/23) -- Anyone have a source that delivers in NE Texas that handles acacia in 4,6,8,10, or 12/ ...
Re: Compressor with Air dryer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/20/23) -- On a side note-can an 80 gal tank compressor be hauled on its side? ...
Need help with old Quincy compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/20/22) -- I bought an old 80 gallon Quincy air compressor at auction for like $80. I am a ...
Re: Thick or Thin? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/20) -- The OP is Harold Pomeroy in the Glue Forum. His panels were to be back to bac ...
Re: Critique my CNC-cut box designs A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/20) -- Lots of ways to skin a cat, but here are a few suggestions to make life easier by droppin ...
Re: Critique my CNC-cut box designs A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/20) -- I'm looking at this design because it is EXACTLY what CabParts does and they ship a lot o ...
Shaker Door Materials A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/20) -- I am in the process of building doors for my kitchen. After much research, I believe mdf ...
Re: finish bleed through A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/20) -- They will sell you BIN shellac white in a rattle can. And I’d find a new rep. Any rep that is ...
Baseboard and casing A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/20) -- What would you consider high end base board and casing? I was asked that ques ...
Re: New Shop! Setting up the dust collector A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (1/20) -- One more question... should have included it in the original post ...
Re: Software question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/20) -- Thanks for all the responses. I talked to a guy the other day that uses kcd to design just like I d ...
Shuanghuan horizontal band sawmill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/20) -- We are seriously considering buying a Shuanghuan horizontal band sawmill to slice up ...
Re: Helpful tips to speed up Production A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/20) -- Jason, as per the information you have provided, I quote; (A) You have one booth. (B) You wil ...
imitation band saw finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/20) -- I have a client that has requested a wood that has a finished surface that looks l ...
Re: Getting Top drawer front height. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/20) -- The customer decided after the fact, the face frames are square. What are the epoxy under ...
Re: Getting Top drawer front height. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/20) -- Hi Leo, This job is a 65k job already spec for under mounts. I've informed the customer t ...
Re: Info on the New CNC routers A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/20) -- We purchased one at IWF 2014 and had it installed almost a year ago. We were completely "green ...
Re: finishing high moisture content wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/20) -- You can't use any film forming finish on them. I was told to do it one time against my better ...
Re: Mitered corners on solid table A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/19) -- Can you provide pictures of what she wants? I have made several tables with an applie ...
dust removal A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (12/19) -- How is everybody disposing of their dust? I use plastic bags and ...
Re: CNC Routing brass plate A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/19) -- Also, I'd use an O flute if you can. http://catalog.eoasaw.com/Asset/Amana%20Aluminum%20O%20Flute% ...
Slanted Fixed Shelf in IMOS A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/19) -- I couldn't figure out how to make a slanted Fixed Shelf. Its supposed to be a Sub-Article I am mak ...
Re: Laminating advice needed A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (12/19) -- Wilsonart 3000 and a pinch roller. Can be sprayed on. That amount of pa ...
Veneer Technics A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/19/23) -- I know there are various backings for veneer. 10mil, wood on wood and 3M PSA. I also saw on ...
Re: Mozaik CNC compatible with Weeke BHX055 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/19) -- Agree with Stephan, money spent on training is money well spent. I think you get a couple of hours ...
Re: carbide inserts for a planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (11/19) -- When you are looking @ inserts remember that there are square corner ...
Re: Wood waste for heat A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (11/19) -- I have an outdoor wood boiler as well... can't see any other way ...
Re: Omnitech with Siemens Controllers (2004) A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/19/22) -- Can you provide an image of the control you replaced the battery on? I recently installed a 200 ...
Re: Table saw incident A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- I agree with others, use push sticks, I use 1/2 inch Baltic birch ones cut out on a cnc ...
Re: Stone countertop cutting A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- I can't see that "reasonably priced" going along with your request. It's going ...
Re: Autocabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/19) -- Thanks again, Brian! I'm talking with the gang about doing another trial run with Mozaik. I know w ...
Re: Help finding a hinge please. A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/19) -- Bernie Can you use a hospital tip hinge with the barrel exposed? ...
Re: Property Tax Apprehension A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- I am certainly not a property tax expert (and don't live in Texas), but I would believe ...
Re: Pro or DIY A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/19) -- Not all the advertising here is from woodweb. Some of it looks to be google dr ...
Re: Can't find door supplier with these profiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- Thx everyone. Ive checked walzcraft and they're 1/8 smaller or larger than the 1-3/8&quo ...
Re: Can't find door supplier with these profiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- Freeborn carries both the cope / stick and panel profiles, so it should not be too diffi ...
Re: Can't find door supplier with these profiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- This looks similar toTaylorCraft Cabinet Door Company's IE1 inside edge and RP11 or RP21 ...
Re: uneven cut on bandsaw mill A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/19) -- I have leveled everything several times, but I will check this again. I can't see wh ...
Re: Hinges for an inset overlay panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19/23) -- Knowing there are always exceptions to everything I will go ahead anyway and say: you ...
Re: 4" Bullnose Trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19/23) -- Thanks everyone. Tom, This approach sounds pretty good to me. I have CNC's and V Carve ...
What do you use as a topcoat? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/19/22) -- Hello friends! I am not so long working with wood. Here I tried to make an interesting layout. T ...
Re: shelf span A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19/21) -- If you add a strip of solid wood up the back and have the same adjustable hole pattern ...
Murphy bed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19) -- I've had two requests for murphy beds for upcoming jobs. I've been asked in the past abou ...
Re: End grain bar top A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19) -- David, that is what I thought at first. The article states that it, "is constructed ...
Re: You're welcome A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/19) -- Timing is everything. I learned long ago that I can't do it, so just keep some ...
Re: sliding cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/19) -- If you are still searching for a solution I'm sure that Häfele's got it. You'll need answ ...
Trying to solve a problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/19) -- I have a peeling problem that I'm baffled with About 13-14 years ago i installed a kitchen fo ...
Re: How do you compete with smaller shops? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/19) -- The original poster said his shop was busy on both ends. So whats the real prob ...
Re: Hitachi cb75F resaw A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/19) -- Hey thanks for the info. I picked this saw up for $300 so I figured I could put so ...
Steaming/stickering questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/19) -- Hi folks, first post in a long, long time. I'm looking at putting together a small-sc ...
Hairline cracks in Face Frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/19/22) -- Occasionally we get cracks in face frames, primarily in 1.5 inch stiles and rails used ...
Re: Sher-Clear troubles A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/19/21) -- The problem I'm having now is I can't get it. I haven't been able to get it for months now ...
Re: Finally! Woven Wood Doors In Place A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/19) -- Beautiful doors. The job probably was way over budget by the time they got to ...
Re: Helixhead A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/19) -- I'm not even sure I now the specific difference between a Byrd and a helical, but about t ...
Re: Helixhead A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/19) -- Got grizzly 12" jointer and 20" planer...both with their standard helical heads ...
Re: Does your Kapex cut like this? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/19) -- Bad bearings, bent blade, bent tooth on blade etc. are all possibilities. Jus ...
Looking for info on sheet goods A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/19) -- I am working to expand my CNC capabilities, and I an eager to learn about the different sheet good ...
Re: Pricing methods revealed A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/19) -- Johnson, if you don't understand "the argument of overhead" then you need to. T ...
Furniture Makers Identification A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/19) -- I'm restoring a desk salvaged from the Edgewater Resort Hotel in Biloxi, MS. which sur ...
conversion varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/19) -- I recently had a bar finished with conversion varnish. When cold drinks or hot items (recentl ...
Re: Touch up/ filling holes in Conversion Varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/19) -- Sounds pretty slick. We use ML Campbell and they will mix pre-cat an put it in an aresol can. ...
Re: sanding profiled trim and molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/19) -- I agree with other's,you and the customer will be money ahead to buy quality ...
Re: I found a maket for my lumber,RR ties A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/19) -- Well David, I have considered those things you speek of, but I still have not found a ...
Hand Trimmer A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (8/19) -- Can anybody tell me where to get this trimmer? I would like to pick up a ...
Re: Timber frame bandsaw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/19/22) -- The world is definitely going downhill in a handbasket when humans can't even communic ...
Re: adhering veneer to timber flex A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (7/19) -- David, where do you suggest I buy a vacuum bag and how much do you think I'll be spending? An ...
Re: Ikea cabinet hinges distance A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/19) -- Can you pull the measurements off the existing cabinets? Since IKEA is Euro, I would assu ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- Mel, Things are much different online vs. real person. This has been a hard les ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- Can't remember all the f up subgroupings off hand, but I do remember things lik ...
Re: New to CNC need your thoughts A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/19) -- I would drop that vacuum pump and buy one outside. If they are pushing the 20HP it is likely a rege ...
Re: Using Alcohol Dye A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/19) -- When considering alcohol, your major concern is how much water is in the can. Cheap denatured ...
Ice box latches A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/19) -- I'm UK based and looking for ice box type latches for a project with flush doors (i.e. do ...
Re: Large MDF door ? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/19) -- You could get MDF core plywood and edgeband it. It's readily available in most popular sp ...
Hinge plates A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/19) -- Is there any legitimate reason I can't use face frame hinge plates on a frameless cabinet ...
Re: What is this? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/19) -- In the shop; Step 1 - 10 parts acetone, 1 part water mixed coat. Step 2 - 2 coats of vinyl pa ...
Re: WB coatings issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/19) -- Dan, Can you tell us if that reducer has glycol in it from the data sheet or msds? Just curio ...
vacuum lift hose A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/19/22) -- I need to replace the hose on my vacuum lift. I can't get anywhere calling Tawi for pa ...
Re: pull out trash with blum undermounts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/19) -- Thanks. I think I only need another two inches, and 24" blums wont fit inside the ca ...
Re: Wrapping a cone A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/19) -- I know the grain will hinder it. There is a formula to use which I can't reme ...
Re: Edge splicing veneers A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/19) -- I have edge glued veneers using blue tape and pva glue by pulling the joints together with tape ...
Re: Importing rough cut lumber from Canada A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/19) -- It is a very difficult thing to be as curious as I am... I'm kinda dying to kno ...
Re: Carved front door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/19) -- Really??? Copyright issues? It's all been done. Can no one chime in here to h ...
Re: Client requests design change A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/19/23) -- I would send them an invoice for the current labor put in, then give them a ...
Hammer Multi triplex A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/19) -- We recently acquired a Hammer Multi Triplex Machine (Model 201 5/8), however it came with ...
Re: CNC drill bit holders A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/19) -- Gun cleaning kit with solvent and brass barrel brush. I haven't owned a gun since I was a teenager ...
Re: Band saw blade for stainless steel A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/19) -- I cut all my stainless on a cold saw so I can't recommend a specific blade but ...
Sanding double hung sashes A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/19) -- Because the meeting rail is thicker or taller on double hung window sashes I ...
Spraying Conversion Varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/19/22) -- 1) What needle should I use, I'm using a Mohawk product? 2) Spray pattern - is it the same ...
Re: Mirka Ceros repair? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/19) -- Was giving the sander a workout today before i send it back in. I am 99.99 % sure that th ...
finishing between kerf cut slats A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/19) -- I'm making a headboard. The design calls for tiles that will be made from sections of Kerf cu ...
Re: finishing between kerf cut slats A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/19) -- Thanks, Mark B. Think that would add time and an extra profit margin to the job unfortunately ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/19) -- Check your feed rates and what is your nesting strategy in relation to the batc ...
Re: two (three) fer A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/19) -- I suppose, Pat, that we could adopt a laissez-faire approach to the impact of t ...
Re: Wood Supply\Selection A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/19) -- I can't speak to your finishing schedule but I would recommend you stick with soft maple. ...
Re: Straight line Rip Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/19) -- David care to post a link to used equipment on wenigs site? I can't seem to find i ...
Re: HSK Finger Lube A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/19) -- Make sure and use Lusen - also avail from Dylan for the HSK Tool Holder @ the top we are noticing s ...
Old nyle l200 won't heat up A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/19/23) -- I purchased an older L200 nyle kiln last year and it was a game changer for our fa ...
Need help with old Quincy compressor A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/19/22) -- I bought an old 80 gallon Quincy air compressor at auction for like $80. I am a ...
Re: Endgrain Inlay A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/19) -- My approach would be to super dry your endgrain inlay (heat, toaster oven, low oven, h ...
Re: Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/19) -- Hi Guys, Finally got the track greased and removed and cleaned and lubricated all the top ...
alphacam tool offset number A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/19) -- Ok, I may sound like a dope here, but what is the tool offset number in Alphacam? All the info I've ...
Re: Reclaimed wood type and value? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/19) -- Is it off the house? Cedar and fir are extremely brittle at that age. Removing split ...
Re: Spray Booth Decisions - New Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/19) -- I had a prep station booth in my last shop and overall I liked it. Same size as you are talki ...
Re: Limitations re: tabletop size A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/19) -- Yes, I think quartersawn stock is the answer. The customer has agreed to it, without r ...
Encouragement A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/19) -- Now going on 6 years since I started building residential custom cabinets. 4 em ...
Re: company going backwards A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/19) -- Rich, I do agree with you on some levels. The cabinet vision pricing is not set ...
Re: entry level glue system A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/19) -- What are you gluing? Can't beat radio frequency for speed. Cheaper solution: glue clamp rack ...
Re: Laminating IPE A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/19) -- @ Adam Thanks for the reply. Yes I know the door will be heavy. Just can't afford any weak gl ...
Re: Painted cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/19) -- Price wise I have a baseline sq-ft price for a natural finish. I tack on about 25% more f ...
Trim install clip A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/19) -- About eight years ago while working for my former employer, a hardwar ...
Getting Top drawer front height. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/19) -- Hello, I have a customer requesting 4 inches of top drawer front height or clearance. I'v ...
Re: is there a way to repair 2k poly? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/19) -- Can you sand and buff out? 2K is gonna be hard to repair. Make sure you back charge the plumb ...
Re: Barn siding for kitchen island A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/19) -- I can't tell if that photo is of a residential or a commercial location... Ni ...
Re: Growing black locust in MN A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/19) -- Can't comment on the viability of locust in MN, but am willing to offer some insights ...
Shop Machine Phase Converter A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (12/18/23) -- I'm relocating my woodshop to a building that doesn't have 3 ...
Re: soft close side mount drawer guides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/18/22) -- Pat, I'm in a similar pickle with a "high end" <---(LOL) builder that wa ...
Re: Panels direct from China A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/18/22) -- Lots of good used machinery out there with Techs that know how to work on a ...
Re: ML Campbell Turino wrinkling A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/18/22) -- Don't fight it. Call MLC and get a Tech Rep out to your place. If they can't work out the ...
Re: CNC Routing brass plate A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/18) -- Thanks Dropout. We started off at 10 IPM last time we ran this job. And bits kept breaking until w ...
Re: CNC Routing brass plate A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/18) -- I'd bet it's the hardwood that's breaking them. 6 IPM seems really slow. Even with a chipload of 0 ...
Re: How are you all handling telemarketers? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/18) -- Larger trucks as you photographed are the result of squeezing every bit of the ...
Re: Vaccume Valves A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/18) -- This may be an over simplistic solution but I think I've seen PVC pool valves used on vacuum table ...
Re: handrail fittings WITHOUT CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/18) -- Scmi R9 tilted head Can make damn near anything with massive cutters. Takes ...
Re: Microvellum issues/optional software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/18) -- I read about this issue time to time with microvellum. What is the issues that people are dealing ...
Re: water base question A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/18) -- the answers above are all good, for myself, if you are a craftsman who understands the funda ...
Re: What shaper - this spindle A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/18) -- It looks like an old Davis and Wells one I have but really can't be sure. Try sen ...
Re: Interior Designer Commision A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/18) -- It's late and I am not getting the math correct. Someone please chime in. If y ...
Cabinet Vision Graphics Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/18) -- I am running R2011 Build 112. About (3) weeks ago, the graphics for my glass doors with grills qui ...
Re: Can't find door supplier with these profiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/18) -- Im saddened to report that this is how the doors from taylorcraft were delivered to me. ...
Re: adjusting cabinet color A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/18) -- If you have never used a spray toner, practice first. You don't get a second chance to corre ...
File hardware source A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/18) -- Can someone point me in a direction to find this file drawer hardware- Its mounted on a ...
Re: Interior Designer Commision A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/18) -- Worth a try isn't it? Can you check out how she has handled past clients? ...
Re: Sayerlack crazing over sealcoat A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/18) -- Whoops; one more thing. Can you post up some photos ? ...
Microvellum Machining Hole in custom part A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/18) -- Microvellum allows you to create a product from a 3d object. For instance, if you had a custom odd ...
Re: Marketing Not Working A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/18) -- Thanks for all the input everyone. Lots of valuable points presented and a rat ...
Re: Should I invest in a cabinet company? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/18) -- There is probably a very good reason no one else is doing it! The huge invento ...
Aigner Thickness Stop question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/18) -- I just bought an Aigner Thickness Stop to use on my shaper for thicknessing face frame a ...
Re: SW Kemvar 80 Pigmented Varnish - Orange Peel A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/18/23) -- I spray the KemVar Plus, not the KemVar 80 so I'm not sure the difference, but 20% Naptha ...
4" Bullnose Trim A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/18/23) -- I have an architect asking for 4" Bullnose, so 2" thick, 4" wide trim. ...
Re: Stave core door glue for 3/16" veneer? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/18) -- TB II is fine for the stave core. No worries. I think it wise to avoid water ...
Re: 1/2" or 3/4" pipe clamps? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/18) -- Why use 1/2? The price difference is nothing. I prefer pipe over k-body. Can’t comment ...
carved panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/18) -- I'm collaborating with a carver to build a door. I'm building the door and pa ...
Re: Advice for custom shops new CNC purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/18) -- I recently bought an older Biesse Arrow. It took me about a month of setup, learning and a few earl ...
Hitachi cb75F resaw A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/18) -- I picked up this used resaw and I am new to resawing. First the blade that comes w ...
Re: Kem Aqua Plus - Dark Colors A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/18/23) -- I know SW has a new water based pigmented cabinet finish that comes in at least a white an ...
Homag password A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/18/23) -- Need to access Administrator on a '04 Homag BOF 211. It's requesting a password which is not kno ...
Gouge size and log rolling A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/18/21) -- Thought I'd get my moneys worth out of this one and ask two questions in one thread. I ...
Re: this just in A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/18) -- I think you are correct - for the masses. The cases do not live everywhere, and ...
Re: help buying an edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/18) -- We have an older Holzher Sprint we bought new, in the beginning we fiddled with PUR and f ...
Re: Dowel insert Drill Bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/18) -- Thanks for the info Bill. We'll keep using the D Shank, as I can't even find an alternative. ...
Re: Employee Side Work A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/18) -- It's interesting that it hasn't been pointed out how much easier this might be ...
removing grease and glaze from kitchen doors? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/18) -- So an odd question, I'm doing a favor for the MIL and trying to clean the grease off several ...
Re: Employee Side Work A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/18) -- There are so many issues with side work, hurt working alone, working long hours ...
Re: euro hinges for glass doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/18) -- I seem to recall seeing a Grass hinge that could be used with 3/8" thick glass but I ...
Re: post cat clean up - boogers in top coat A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/18) -- I do small runs using 2k poly through a Kremlin 10-14 with a 2 qt hopper. I favor MEK over Ac ...
Re: glue creep A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/18) -- We've had this thread a few times over the last 10 years. TiteBond 1 negligible creep ...
Re: sanding profiled trim and molding A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/18) -- What is the cost difference between commercial molding and quality molding? I ...
Re: Lazy susan install A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (8/18) -- Concerning the hinges. Not because the height of the door, I guess I ...
Re: Altendorf F45 scoring blade A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/18) -- Carmine, have you gotten your issue resolved. I had the same problem with my scoring blad ...
Re: Oil based paint will not dry, over tinted? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/18) -- The paint is the interior low luster enamel for walls and trim. Quite a few homes around here ...
Re: Attachimg crown to plaster walls A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/18) -- I have in the past installed a 3/4 by whatever fits cleat around the room that will be be ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/18) -- "I see no reason why a similar remuneration structure can't work for manuf ...
Re: Remuneration A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/18) -- Hello Canada Tom. You have my head spinning as to how your bonuses are done. Yo ...
Re: Hole drilling jig for closet systems A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/18) -- The Festool hole drilling system is fast, flexible, and the produces factory quality hole ...
Re: Cabinet Making A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/18/24) -- I also need to put a concave profile into the top of the leg. Can I use to differen ...
Re: Wet mil for PVA A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/18/22) -- I can't give you the mil thickness number. I have never measured but I aim for a barely opaqu ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/18) -- Applying stain to anything other than bare wood sounds like a disaster to me. The "norma ...
Re: Wear your ear protection A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/18) -- I have a pair of custom fit silicone earplugs. They take the edge off just like ...
Re: another wiping stain spraying thread A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/18) -- I've never used wiping stain that way as described in the thread you referenced, so can't rea ...
Re: Music in the Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/18) -- Tony, Clearly you have no throttle. Can you not recognize self-deprecating tong ...
Re: Music in the Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/18) -- The best employees are ones that are happy to come to work, let them decide wha ...
Re: scaling up production of non-rectangular parts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/18) -- I sounds like you are saying each part has five tool changes? Each SHEET should have 5 to ...
Re: Prefinished ply: import vs. domestic? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/18) -- I would look at Garnica Spanish company it weights 30 less than domestic poplar cores. Th ...
Freight Shipping A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/18) -- Hey all, I crate and ship flat packed furniture throughout the US. It's low mar ...
Re: Quickbooks Online Payroll? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/18) -- Can't seem to do that. I was running Windows XP on a Mac with QB Windows and al ...
Shape and Sand tooling A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/18) -- I bought a Crouch shape and sand machine back on April 6th. I'm still waiting on t ...
Re: Drawer box suppliers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/18) -- Decorative has been trying to get us to buy drawers from them. Can I ask why you are look ...
SCMI MiniMax WIN CS63 Bed Adjustment A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/18/24) -- I recently purchased a WIN CS63 at auction and am having some bed alignment iss ...
Re: Client requests design change A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/18/23) -- Is the space wide or too narrow? Can there be an alteration to provide more ...
Re: Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/18/22) -- Ben, Sounds great, you probably would be served well with any of those as it sounds li ...
Ageing eastern hemlock for flooring A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/18) -- I want to offer Eastern Hemlock ( tsuga canadensis) as flooring hoping to get close to the ap ...
Inventor and manufacturing A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/18) -- Quick question to the forum users. Can Inventor be used as a good manufacturing software for the ar ...
Inventor and manufacturing A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/18) -- Quick question to the forum users. Can Inventor be used as a good manufacturing software for the ar ...
Curved Panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/18) -- I am looking at a project that is calling out for some custom curved panels as a skirt (o ...
Re: Hardware Management: Nomenclature Improvement A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/18) -- Its more than 1 box of screws, its everything. Yes I could save on melamine if ...
Import dxf into Alphacam A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/18) -- Would anyone have an idea why dxf files created/modified by CorelDRAW can't be imported into Alphac ...
Spoil boards A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/18) -- Ok, I know there is an easy solution, but it escapes me at the moment. I have always used Plum Cree ...
Re: Felder CNC anyone? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/18) -- Talked to a guy in Chicago area that has two. Got his number from sales. Has had good success I'm t ...
Re: question about mahogany veneers A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/18/24) -- Cool temperature is not usually a factor in veneer or adhesive failure. More often ...
Re: Anyone in USA get these Blum runner stop sets? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/18) -- Hey guys just wanted to give a shout out of thanks to Kevin B for being kind enough to sh ...
Re: too much clamping pressure - starved joints? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/18) -- Two possibilities: have a look at the culprits in the glue-up. Can you identify a common ...
Re: This can't be a common procedure A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- If he is spraying in a well functioning booth and has used the proper thinners this shouldn't ...
Re: This can't be a common procedure A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- Taping off the interior sounds normal but not each side? You could flip it backwards, and ups ...
Re: Flamible storage Cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- Short answer: no, there are no inexpensive flammable cabinets. The reason is that these are a ...
A&M Supply Melamine Brand? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/18) -- Can anyone tell me what brand of malamine A&M Supply stocks in their Melamine Plus pr ...
Re: hardware suppliers needed. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/18) -- Wurth Louis and Company or HDL. Both are rock stars & you can't go wrong with either. ...
Molding/Shaper Knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/18/23) -- I need to settle an age old technique argument that has persisted over the year ...
Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/18) -- Hello, I have a 2003 Holzher 1310 Sprint, Getting chattering on the 1942 top and bottom t ...
Re: using a handheld veneer stitcher A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (2/18) -- Thanks David. we will keep working at it. Any idea where those videos are? I tried to find them ...
Re: coping sled A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/18) -- Can't find the extrema online... is there a model number? ...
Re: Reclaimed wood type and value? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/18) -- Nick, that looks a lot more like pine to me, and I can't imagine there is any market ...
Re: Crossroads A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/18) -- I agree with the others. Figure on losing the current employee. Hire a helper i ...
Re: mdf interior door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/18) -- I have turned down many an MDF job. I simply will not work with the stuff bey ...
MDF Door Finishing Final Coat A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/18) -- New to door building. I am building doors for my laundry using MDF. Shaker Style. I have Benj ...
Trouble with Torsion box door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/18) -- I am building some 7' X 10' X 1-3/4" flush doors using a torsion box des ...
Re: Metal Honeycomb door with Mirror 1 side A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/18) -- Can you incorporate some horizontal internal wood rails into the design? They ...
Re: Interior shaker doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/18) -- Scott, Let me quantify my response because I build tons of knotty alder doors ...
check valve on Binks gun A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/18) -- Anyone have trouble with the plastic check valves fouling up when spraying. Binks part # 54-4 ...
Re: Recruiting My Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/18) -- Take the job. Don't worry about things you can't control. ...
Re: The Reality of NFPA 664 A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (1/18) -- Flex hose is very bad. You could improve your collection signific ...
newby sawyer, more questions. A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- Can any of you inform me as to fair market value on actual saw milling? My logs vs. t ...
Tinted lacquer finish A message posted at finishing (12/31) -- I have an Alder sample with a stain that looks applied on top of the wood rather than penetrating into the w ...
Re: Roller Blade Guides Affect on Blade Life A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- Can you post a drawing, as this does not make sense to me as described. ...
Kiln Newbie A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- I have spend hours on the forum reading, so I apologize if this was discussed somewhe ...
Re: Suitability of plastic dust barrels A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (1/18) -- I can't breath in my house without starting a personal lightning ...
Re: ML Campbell Turino wrinkling A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/17/22) -- I've never used Turino so I can't really help you there. I use Stealth and have never had ...
Re: Is this "spray booth setup" dangerous? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/17/21) -- I 'm just flabbergasted. Coming from being a professional cabinetmaker/professional finis ...
Re: Net working to older biesse XP machine A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/17) -- This kind of stuff drives me nuts, I can't believe they are not supporting it. I'm sure someone, s ...
Re: Separate installation bid A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/17) -- It seems most folks want an exact price when done, if you work fast then they win if slo ...
Re: Fuji HVLP with off-brand spray gun? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/17) -- I can't say with 100% certainty but id guess it'd be close but I dont think your going to ge ...
Re: Large Scale Drying A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/17) -- I can't think of anyone drying large Soft Maple squares but we have several customer ...
CV / 2K poly over lacquer wrinkling A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/17) -- Need advice, yearlong job. Our company is being asked to apply a harder finish over lacquer ...
Re: CV / 2K poly over lacquer wrinkling A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/17) -- Could you explain step No. 5, 'mist of 3 light coats'.....can't say I have every done this t ...
Aspan question A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/17) -- I am using Aspan release 9.5po. I have always used it with Autocad and imported drawings from Acad ...
Re: Solidworks vs Inventor =%20Ford vs Chevy? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/17) -- We have two aspects of our work as detailers where I work. One is the creation of construction dra ...
Re: Spindle shaper bearings A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/17) -- Sounds like you may be too far along already, but I would re-think having a bunch ...
Re: mdf not staying flat A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/17/22) -- Tom has it right. MDF will curl just like solid hardwood panels if the humidity rapid ...
Re: Yearly gross dollar output per employee A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/17) -- Cabmaker2 You're delving into minutiae I just asked a basic question. Fall off ...
Re: Euro hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (11/17) -- Hillary - as Dennis suggests, check Rockler, not only for the sales ...
Decorative edging for headboards A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (11/17) -- Hello, I'm working on a project and looking for trim or edging to go on ...
Re: moisture, heat and lignin A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/17) -- Click on "bent wood" in the first paragraph of our home page and you will ...
Re: Gluing Plywood to Powder Coated Surface A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (11/17) -- Can you mechanically fasten the plywood to the metal, then glue the solid wood to the plywoo ...
Cabinet Installer Pricing A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/17) -- Hey guys, just curious to know what is the going rate for " per ...
Re: Wires through back of cabinet A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/17) -- I don't do a lot of these, but for mine I used two backs, overlapped ad staggered them. ...
Anyone using composite nails (like Raptor?) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/17) -- Just asking around if anyone is using composite nails in any part of ...
Re: Anyone using composite nails (like Raptor?) A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/17) -- I have the gun and the nails. They are both junk IMO. You can't fast ...
Re: Should I invest in a cabinet company? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/17) -- Denisse, Can you afford to lose this investment in its entirety? If the answer ...
Mathmatics A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (10/17) -- I have made 22.25" diam. round cauls. I multiplied the diam. x 3.14 to get the circumferen ...
Add new tool to Biesse NC1000 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/17/21) -- I'm getting comfortable with our Biesse Rover B NC1000 and up until now I had no reason to add a ...
Re: Cabinet Doors Website A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/17/21) -- YOU CAN TRY THIS 1 ALSO https://arkansaswooddoors.com/ ...
Re: Looking for Better stain blocking primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/17) -- Dude if you can't stand the smell of denatured alcohol....lol Jump into our world of acid cat ...
Re: Spraying Waterbased Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/17) -- Adam, which WB you use? And 75 in the winter?!!! I would be sweating my b@lls off. In my area ...
Re: HolzHer cnc battery replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/17) -- The machine is a Conquest 510 manufactured in 2004. The control has "num" on the battery ...
Jointer chatter --- bad bearings? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/17) -- I recently purchases a used SCMI F3A 12" jointer. This is a 3 knife, non-ters ...
Re: Lineal ft price A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/17/23) -- Nope. He'd charge $7 to run it through the moulder. I think his setup is $ ...
Re: 5 and 6" air sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/17/22) -- All the air sanders I have are Airvantage, I really like them. I have however been swa ...
Re: KemVar Plus CV not hardening A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/17) -- Product is H66 W 53 It is a custom color batch using the correct pigment codes. Can't find th ...
Re: KemVar Plus CV not hardening A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/17) -- Just re reading through your guys' responses... The mix was absolutely 128oz (1gal), catalyze ...
Clients are experts A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/17) -- Is it me or am I one of the lucky ones that have clients that are experts on pr ...
Re: Grizzly A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (8/17) -- When I started my commercial shop 11 years ago, I need the machinery as quickly and inexpen ...
Re: Feed back on "Anest Iwata spray Equipment" A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/17) -- We have a kremlin with the excite gun and a cat bobcat. And a lvlp Iwata lv400 right now I ca ...
Adjusting tables on an scmi f 410 A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (8/17) -- Just picked up a 1997 F-410 and need to adjust the tables. No info in the download ...
Industrial Edgebanding Machines: Which one? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/17) -- We are looking to purchase a new edgbander for our workshop and are undecided between a v ...
Re: extira and gingerbread A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/17) -- I can't imagine it being a good idea. We've used it for flat panels and the t ...
Re: Biesse general questions A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/17) -- 2004 is pretty old for a Biesse. If the O.S. can't be upgraded, I would shy away from it. If the ma ...
Re: HELP: Picking a 12" Jointer in Canada A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/17) -- Just my opinion, I would not touch a single brand mentioned. Consumer grade stuff. I've g ...
Re: Mozaik versus CabinetVision A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/17) -- There are a lot of people switching from cabinet vision to Mozaik. People have thousands invested i ...
Re: Top Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/17) -- I'm sure SW has come a long way since I last used it. But for me getting parts out trumps the rest. ...
Re: Top Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/17) -- Thanks Jason. I'm using Topsolid Design 2013 6.14 and haven't had much of a crashing issue like you ...
Re: Top Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/17) -- I suspect he's using local parametrics but I'm not sure. Keep in mind that the parametics that he i ...
Re: Top Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/17) -- Jason, Can I ask what version of Topsolid Wood you are using? ...
Festool sanding pads A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/17) -- Been having a lot of trouble getting any life out of the sanding pads on my 5" festo ...
Re: Water based finish on ranger board MDF A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/17) -- Brian, Thanks, I am comforted by that and that's why I seek feedback from you guys because I ...
Re: Festool sanding pads A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/17) -- I have two 5" ETS and one 5" Rotex that get used daily in the shop - about 4 yr ...
Re: 4x24 PC belt sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/17) -- I think it's a heat issue, the metal plate gets hot and starts to wrinkle a bit. I switch ...
Re: Door Gapping for euro box construction A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/17) -- Better for people who can't do math. There is no reason one system is better then the oth ...
Proper terminology...builder or assembler? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/17/23) -- There was an argument recently between a relatively new shop employee and th ...
Bommer gate hinges A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/17/23) -- We used and really like the Bommer 7112 gate hinges for swinging gates in ...
another wiping stain spraying thread A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/17) -- Hello Right now my routine is : - sprayed dye stain - brush/rag applied wipping stain Now sin ...
Re: Holding deposit for upcoming work A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/17) -- Requiring deposits to eliminate or reduce risk is a policy decision. Needing de ...
Biesseworks - Parametric A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17) -- I was working on a program for a parametric Kitchen door and I can't get it to come out right. I di ...
Re: Biesseworks - Tool File A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17) -- A few years back I just copied one file from the machine to the office. I was hoping to the same no ...
Re: clogging tips in Kremlin guns A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/17) -- Sounds like a s.o.p. problem. If you want your equipment to run properly I suggest starting n ...
Re: Bob Buckley Altendorf Tune Up Guide A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/17) -- Tim, Beggars can't be choosers, besides I got it to you four days ago and the tune-up sho ...
Re: Solid Wood Plank Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/17) -- Thanks Brian, I am really concerned that there is not enough holding this doo ...
Re: Cobalt blades coming soon A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/17) -- Carbide is made of tungsten carbide with a cobalt binder. The amount of cobalt varies ...
Re: Solid Wood Plank Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/17) -- Yes that is exactly what I meant. Sapele will work well for the splines. We h ...
Re: Schelling FI 430. Memory card or battery? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17/24) -- I really can't help with the specific machine but motherboards in general use a 2032 battery. Lo ...
Removable Avery Labels 5366 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/17) -- This should be easy but I can’t find these with less adhesive. To allow removing them. ...
Re: CV over epoxy A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/17) -- Because of the huge number combinations of epoxies and CVs, your best choice is to make a tes ...
Holz Her 1243 Sliding Table Saw A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (4/17) -- When I turn my on/off switch to on...it starts up but when I let go...it shuts down. Do I n ...
Re: 1986 Enco/Jet 15" Planer A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/17) -- Do you know the motor horse power? Amperage draw is relatively uniform for a given hor ...
Re: Woven Wood Doors, Part V Success! A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/17) -- Dave I always been impressed at all your comments on the forums over the year ...
Re: Powered Respirators A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/17) -- For general use I would think they would be much more hassle than anything el ...
kremlin 10-14 pump problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/17) -- I just rebuilt my 10-14 with the fluid kit ( both balls gaskets and o-rings ) now i can't get ...
Toolholder and Collets ADVICE - ER v. EOC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17) -- We have a Weeke Vantech 512 CNC and are looking to buy a few more toolholders for the first time. W ...
Re: Moulder Chatter A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/17) -- I can't say why, if I could I probably would have found the problem much sooner, I ...
Re: Moulder Chatter A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/17) -- Can you explain why dull knives in one head produce this pattern? If sharpening or ...
Does good quality plywood exist? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17) -- I'm going to be cutting out some monograms and other similar items that will need more strength tha ...
SAC Planer problem Table Lift A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/17) -- I acquired new 05 model 20" SAC planer and can't get the table to move. It wa ...
Re: switching to solid model A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/17) -- Mark, You've won me over. We're going to have one of my guys peel off and re-familiarize themselves ...
Re: Moulder heads A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/17/22) -- 35 year Millwork veteran running everything from Diehl push feeds (square heads ...
Re: spoilboard A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/17) -- Titebond may "stick" but it wont bond. And considering the holding of any spoil board to ...
Re: finishing an arched curly maple surface A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/17) -- I'm pretty sure it will take more than a reply on this forum to get all those questions cover ...
Re: LAGUNA CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/17) -- I have a Laguna sliding table saw. 3 Weeks ago my motor burned. When I called them to get a new one ...
Re: Replacing small tools A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/17/23) -- There are a lot of Panasonic memories on here. I used to own a 15.6v & 12v back in ...
Re: AirVantage Sander? Mirka? ROS Upgrade A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/17) -- If you are looking to sand and I mean Sand but not use it to shape a surface then the ...
Re: Macasser ebony A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/17) -- I've never built anything as large as a chair out of ebony but I do cut quite a bit of ...
Re: Trying to draw walls of a CV job in autocad A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/17) -- Thx guys. After my father in law (whos really good in math) came by last night, im even more confus ...
SCM olimpic k230 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/17/24) -- Regards to all. I have a SCM olimpic k230. The green button does not light. it is stuc ...
Re: Scalloped cabinet faces?? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/17/23) -- Can be done in V Carve with a smaller diameter bullnose bit as well using the moulding ...
Re: Learning Biesse CNC on the job A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/17) -- Do you have his number? Has he left with complete discontempt? Can you call him and have a sit or a ...
Re: Learning Biesse CNC on the job A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/17) -- We're in Ireland, he went back to England for christmas and can't get back in to the country over c ...
Re: boring machine recommendation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/17) -- What kind of boring machine are you talking about? A dowel machine or a line bore? If you ...
Re: need new cv A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- I agree with Shane The SW F3 is a great product; trouble free application, sands well so self ...
Re: Surfprep sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- We have 2 of these sanders in pneumatic. Really nice for what they are intended for, we use t ...
Re: Spray stain in corners A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- I am spraying stain with a fuji mini mite, 1.0 cap, hvlp. sprayed sherwinn williams, which is ...
Re: Increasing penetration of oil finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- Scott, Please feel free to respond to me as if I am the village idiot. All of the penetrating ...
Re: Cope and stick joint too tight? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/17) -- If you can't push the joint together by hand it is too tight. Good advice on making sure ...
Premature Finish Failure A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- Hi All, I clear finished a maple kitchen with flat fronts (grain matched and edgebanded) abou ...
Re: MLC Pigmented Agualente Stacking Issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- You'd think that a cabinet grade finish would have these issues addressed.. This stuff passes ...
parametric program A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/17) -- Can someone help me write a simple parametric program to trim/square a cabinet door. I am thinking ...
Re: in-line dust collection booster A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/16/21) -- Tight as you can. We run 5” to all of the machines. Only switch to 4” hose at the mac ...
Re: Battery operated trimmers. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/16/21) -- I am two days in to using my 18v Milwaukee router, I am happy with my choice. Can't r ...
Re: Festool sander and sanding pads A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/16) -- Sounds to me like Scott is behind the times with calculating the true cost of operating ...
Re: How would you solve this problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/16) -- I don't think any high quality hand made furniture should be kept outside, a ...
Re: Cabinet vision 45 degree cut A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/16) -- I found setting in S2M 6 Can anybody help me to set it correct way ? ...
Oiled/sealed oak mirror door bowing A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/16/22) -- Hi. I'm not a pro, but love making things out of wood. Rcenetly renovated a bathroom ...
Re: Custom Cabinetry and remodeling A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/16/22) -- Can I honestly ask what your two man shop is turning in gross revenue annua ...
SW Kemvar plus CV A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/16/21) -- We are spraying SW Kemvar Plus CV and have run out of R7K310 reducer. Can R7K120 be used ...
help with wood type / grain A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/16) -- I'm not sure what is grade and wood type. Can somebody give me clue ? ...
Re: finishing raw wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/16) -- No idea where you live, no idea what wood species, so just guessing. 1 year before finishing ...
Re: Have hammer will travel A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/16) -- Here are a couple of ideas from our experience. We did the doormat flyer thing ...
Re: Pickled oak cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/16) -- Chris - matching the existing cabinets determines which wood is needed and the steps require ...
Re: Determining Vacuum Holddown A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/16) -- We have a 5 X 10 with a 40hp Quincy. We can't hold parts that small. Tab or onion skin! If they ar ...
Re: My sawdustburner A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (11/16) -- I don't have any recent pics of it but I must say, sitting here typing nex ...
Re: Scm morbidelli m100 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/16/22) -- the router can't enter the console and the computer always gives me error plc 128. give me advi ...
Re: tax deduction for church cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/16) -- Check it out for sure , I was under the impression you can't deduct the labor ...
Need solution for furniture manufacturing A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/16) -- Our retail store furniture manufacturers are working on manufacturing a specific set ...
Re: New to this A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/16) -- Adam I like the way you think! But... Even though Stonington/Westerly is a wonderful area an ...
Re: Using our Morbidelli to machine Corian A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (10/16) -- C, on our current machine its a HSK tool holder and arbor with a cutter ...
Re: New to this A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/16) -- Well since your cabinets are already poplar I would use Zinnser white shellac based primer t ...
flip up door stays A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/16) -- Guys I have an application where I have to have 3 flip-up doors. The construction is fac ...
Re: Lean Grocery Stores A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/16) -- This conversation is all very retail oriented. I'm curious what percentage of ...
Re: edge gluing direct from s4s/molder A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/16) -- I agree with David, Diehl/quality is well worth the expense. Some of the best money I ha ...
Re: Need help from someone with CV ultimate A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/16) -- er, maybe not. I put constraints on each of the points of the fillets in each corner, but the radi ...
Re: GC master agreements A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/16) -- We just finished a large job for a national contractor in Nashville. We were in ...
New Motor Bearings : HolzHer 1203 A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/16) -- Can anyone speak from experience as to how difficult it is to remove the moto ...
Re: Spraying Waterbased Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/16) -- I tried to post pictures of the charts but can't post them because files are too big I don't ...
Re: MLC Agualente + & Surf Prep Pads A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/16) -- Well, I have been really frustrated with the Plus. It is like starting over. I have been usin ...
Re: How do you compete with smaller shops? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/16) -- Don't. I'm a small shop but have a 5X10 twin spindle CNC and big huge edgebande ...
Re: Cabnetware software A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/16/22) -- Hey fellow woodworkers, I bought both versions of cabnetware back in the day ...
How long to heat to sterilize wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/16) -- Still trying to heat this wood. I found an old thread that said heat the interior of ...
Re: 3M respirator filter for Conversion varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/16) -- Info seems to be a little scarce on the supplied air systems. The one Chris uses is I believe ...
Target Coating Waterborne finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/16) -- I recently opened my own small cabinet shop in NJ, the lack of a "legal" spray boot ...
Re: How the heck do u get these drawers out A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/16) -- U can't access and there doesn't appear to be any lever. I think the first response may b ...
Re: What would you call a big gig? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/16) -- A big job for us would be anything more than 1 1/2 times bigger than our previo ...
Re: What would you call a big gig? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/16) -- Man alive! I forget that that is out there all the time. Probably a bit more in ...
How to make fine saw dust A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (8/16) -- I need to know how to make fine saw dust ( mesh 80) out of normal saw dust. ...
Re: Tall Stiles A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/16) -- David, There are different levels of design. The cost goes up proportionally ...
Source for quality logs in the Southwest A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/16) -- My son and I have a small business making live edge slab lumber in Corrales New Mexic ...
Re: Shaper / Jointer Purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- Also look at Exrema, I have been very happy with my shaper from them an XT-260, 10 HP, ti ...
Shaper / Jointer Purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- I am wondering opinions on the following possible purchases. Oh by the way I can't afford ...
Re: Clear finish - reducing yellowing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/16) -- Bart, 2k Acrylic PU in a full aliphatic catalyst system is non yellowing. Can environmental c ...
Re: How bad is that bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/16) -- Shawn, I am not familiar with the term ended? Can you explain? Thanks ...
outdoor cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- Guys-I have a good returning customer that has asked me to price outdoor cabinets for a d ...
Re: Setting 5/16 biy for cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/16) -- What are you cutting, and how deep? Can we assume two flute tool? Is this a dado, or rabbet? If you ...
Re: Getting a grip on chaos A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/16) -- Sorry to hear this, the next job can't be worse. I suppose that was to be expec ...
Re: Tension rod for cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/16) -- Thanks D, I did think of that but the sticker is adapting to 5mm hole, which I can't modi ...
edgebanding trimmer recommendations A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (6/16) -- My shop frequently applies two types of edgebanding: i) 3/4-1" wide ...
Re: 2-D autocad user but want 3-D A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/16/24) -- David, you are right regarding this is very close to AutoCAD. What is the best way to go about l ...
Re: Omal Insert 1300 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/16/24) -- I had a look power supply and its in fine condition. What's even more bizarre is that ...
Re: Glueing formica to old formica situation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/16) -- Need to also fit around all those guages...I know how to pattern around them for an exact ...
Re: Can i buy panel filled with hinges??? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/16) -- Need more info. What size panel, material, what does filled mean, etc? Need 1 ...
Re: Clients going to competition A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/16) -- Listen to their dreams and price what you think they can/will spend. ...
Re: Using clear lacquer for pigmented aqualente A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/16) -- The white base probably can't be tinted to the colors you specified so they used the clear. ...
Solid Wood Plank Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/16) -- I have been asked to copy a weird plank door by a contractor who can't wait t ...
Cyclone rated volome A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (5/16) -- I don't know how to search for information about how many cubes a ...
Re: factory layout A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/16) -- My building is small, but I just made a scale drawing of it on a scrap of mater ...
Re: Height adjustable Workbench for my back A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/16) -- I for one after I watched the video opted to buy into his Kickstarter program. I like the ...
Sourcing Moldow dust bags A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (4/16) -- We just picked up a used Moldow dust collector that could use som ...
Re: Lazy Susan A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/16) -- I use to do these a lot. They suck. I remember the 1st time I did one not connected to th ...
Re: RE: Starting New Wood Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/16) -- I agree with Rich C, this seems like a re-post from a week or so ago, just unde ...
Re: 5-piece Doors with Vertical Grain Rails A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/16) -- The only way I would touch this is what you said originally-- normal doors but with verti ...
Blown PC Nailers A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/16) -- Can anyone suggest why these two guns blew out within three days of e ...
Re: New planer & jointer A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/16) -- I have a 20" SCMI jointer, which I got new 15 years ago(?). Not a bad machine ...
Glue / dust and whatever stuck @ diamond hone!!! A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/16) -- Help, i just bought a diamond hone, and start sharpening the cutter, and dirty thi ...
Help to identify table plastic? A message posted at wnw (12/31) -- Hi Guys I have an idea for a specialized table I am researching the practicality of manufacturing I am looking for ...
home made glue lam A message posted at adhesives (12/31) -- I want to laminate x fir into larger beams what kind of pressure is needed Can I use pipe clamps and secure ...
Re: Replacing Feed Belt on Butfering Sander A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/16) -- Can you elaborate on what you mean by "dressing" the conveyor belt? How ...
Distributors of Panel Mounting Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/16) -- Can anyone tell me who the key distributors are (who they buy from) f ...
Edgeband door bumbers? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/16/23) -- Is anyone familiar with this type of continuous door bumper on frameless cabinets? I h ...
Re: Hemisphere shelf A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/16/23) -- The wall shelf you shared is so beautiful. Can you give me a guide to design this shelf? ...
Cabinet vision and edgebanding A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/16) -- I’m using melamine doors with edge banding. The cut list is not showing the deduction for edgebandi ...
Re: Canwood widebelt won't start A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/16) -- Resolved. Not enough amperage from the phase converter to handle the inrush load o ...
Re: Festool 4/1 price increase A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/16) -- Your brother is a smart man. Can you say "one world currency" ...
Re: Redwood Beams Wicking Water A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/16) -- I would think it is more likely that the water is traveling on top of the bea ...
Re: Codifying Processes A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/16) -- So you haven't fixed the door problem? My point of asking is, if you can't impl ...
Re: Double Up Veneer for Thickness A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (3/16) -- Just curious what the perceived benefit of having the 2nd layer of veneer would be? Seems like q ...
OMAL Error A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/16) -- I have an OMAL HBD 1300 from 2007 that is not starting with error code 4391 SYSOK. Can anyone help ...
Re: Drawer box ideas A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/16) -- What's "like a rock hard melamine"? I'd say your best bet would be to give them ...
Re: Adjustable Feet trial A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/16) -- I'm not sure about your exact application but IME adjustable legs are horrible. I did two ...
Re: Calif Sales Tax Audit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/16) -- Thanks Alan. Lesson learned, and it sucks, but at least 80% of what we did, we ...
Using tooling after a FIRE A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/16) -- We had a massive fire at our shop and it burned EVERYTHING combustible in our shop ...
Conversion varnish and linseed oil A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/16) -- Client wants a wash coat of linseed and conversion varnish clear coat on their Chery cabinets ...
Re: Clumsy beginnings, clumsy growth spurts. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/16) -- Been in business now going on 30 years. Can say building my own doors during th ...
Re: Booster Fan A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (3/16) -- If you have an 8" main, and loss, I can't see how this would ...
Re: Sanding for stain or paintable products. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/16/23) -- Karl; you and I have corresponded a few times over the years so please forgive me if I’m r ...
Re: Hafele Website Down A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/16/23) -- I empathize with Hafele's situation, however their response and action has b ...
Wide belt sandpaper selection A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/16/22) -- Gona try here again with a more specific question. I have done a lot of reading ...
Re: Purchasing doors online A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/16/22) -- I can't see how a bad interface makes any difference when the quality is good. Just ho ...
Re: Resaw bandsaw blade sharpening service A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/16/22) -- David Sochar, I can't find them on Google. Do you have a phone number for them? ...
Re: Medium volume lineal spray finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/16) -- We can't set it in front of our spray booth, there just isn't room. However I do see that the ...
Re: Curved benches A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/16) -- Can you produce shop sawn veneer at this price? https://certainlywood.com/ima ...
Chemcraft Aqualux A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/16) -- I've had two orders of Aqualux Uniclear show up from Wurth Louis and co(Utah branch) that hav ...
Re: Best way to make window grilles (for IGU) A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/16) -- This is the video showing the Hoffman machine making the half-lap for a window gri ...
What Wood Species is this A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/16) -- Can anyone help me identify the wood species in the attached pictures? ...
Re: 3rd day for new employee A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/16) -- We did a drug test and background check on everyone that we hired. Past tense b ...
Wire Brush Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/16) -- We are doing a job that requires 1,200 linear feet (not much) of a "heav ...
Re: Nesting MDF Doors A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/16) -- Diamond tooling if you can. All the profile work first, then separate, even if it means an extra to ...
Powermatic 15HH awful noise A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/16) -- Upgraded to a Powermatic with a byrd head, but i'm getting this AWFUL metallic dra ...
Re: Anyone running 3 flute compression bits? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/16) -- +1 on vortex. We run 800 to 1000 inches per minute on 3/4" melamine. My operator is complainin ...
Need Copy Of Alphacam6 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/16) -- My alphacam 6 disk must have gotten scratched. I can't get it to load right on a new computer. Does ...
Re: desparately need a resaw solution A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/16) -- Thanks everyone for your replies. Adam, I'm using a 24" x 7" resaw fence ...
Re: CNC Newb… Where do I begin? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/16/22) -- It seems biiggeri than it is. If you gotten this far using analog tools, you will be fine. Every ...
Re: Lacquer over latex paint? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/16) -- General rule of thumb in finishing is to never put a harder finish over a softer one. The oth ...
Re: Final stages in dh kiln A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/16) -- Thank you Dr. Wengert. I've been trying to follow the Nyle conservative schedule for ...
Re: Problems with Wilsonart 1730 contact adhesive A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (1/16) -- We are having the same issues. We also started using the glue in 2012 an ...
Re: Increasing penetration of oil finishes A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/16) -- 10M dollars in the field, I can't think of a poorer choice, for what you call high-end millwo ...
Re: Buying a Widebelt - what to check A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/15/22) -- Definitely hook it up to air and check for leaks. Look inside the electrical c ...
Chipbreaker/finisher compression A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/15) -- Is anyone using a chipbreaker/finisher compression bit on plywood? I just saw this type of bit on ...
Murphy® Wallbed Systems A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/15) -- Has anyone done business with this company, Murphy® Wallbed Systems? http://www.murphywa ...
Re: Best filter media for shaker baghouse A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (12/15) -- I can't address the filter fabrics, but there are two types of f ...
Re: sand between coats A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/15) -- I can't even imagine using a random or any power sander on cabinet doors. I like to leave so ...
Re: alphacam engraving egg shape A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/15) -- Not sure how you would engrave something without corners. Your description is pretty vague. Can yo ...
Re: MDF raised panels on a nested router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/15) -- Not being a door guy, I don't quite get all the terminology. Can you post a profile? ...
Re: RE: Dehumidifiers for Kilns A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/15) -- Don Can you post a link to the booklet you mentioned ...
Re: Restoration Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/15) -- "I don't build a lot of furniture, but I don't think it would really be to hard to buil ...
Re: Table/leg finishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/15) -- 1. yes. It's a good idea to seal the underside of table tops 2. yes. I can't think of ...
Re: laquer blushing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/15) -- What is the finish that needs to be repaired? Clouding doesn't usually happen after the fact ...
Re: getting started with "vintage" Komo A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/15) -- Instead of the usual Fanuc display hardware this particular machine has a PC running a prehistoric ...
Re: Water based finish on natural red oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/15) -- Its hard to beat the Sealcoat with or without transtint as a sealer/toner coat under clear w ...
Re: retail markup A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (11/15) -- MAKE sure you get YOUR cost correct before you approach retailers. What I ...
Re: Routing Steel on a router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/15/23) -- Good answer Robb. I retired from a dream corporate woodworking job much earlier than I planned. ...
Re: Architecttural Drawings A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/15) -- Start back charging for your time. Explain to them what the error was and why it needed ...
Re: weeke venture vaccume A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/15) -- From what I understand from my machine (Vantech 480), if the filename is "_____spoil.mdb" ...
Re: Lean Grocery Stores A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/15) -- Sam Which is why I posted the 3rd chart showing online sales as around 8% You ...
Z Axis reveresed A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/15) -- Hey Guys We had to reset the Yaskawa Driver UW, Fn005 on which it initializes the parameter settin ...
Benefits Package A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/15) -- I am in the process of trying to find my second employee, and so far everybody ...
Re: 2001 accu systems hpj program files A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/15) -- Gary, Thanks for the response. I was able to get it working with the help from parker automation. ...
convert to dxf file A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/15) -- need some one to convert an ai, pdf, jpeg, etc to a dxf file have tried everything and can't get c ...
Re: Making L-shaped flat mouldings efficiently A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/15/22) -- 1/4 MDF spline, Can easily be done on the table saw until you have a shaper and power ...
Re: Buying custom cabinet shop: a good idea? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/15) -- I appreciate your raw, honest truth Small Shop Owner. I need to hear the truth ...
Re: Buying custom cabinet shop: a good idea? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/15) -- I can't imagine that there are very many small custom cabinet shops so well org ...
Re: Sicar Machinery A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/15) -- I can't comment on anything they make except a sliding table saw, it was poorly bu ...
Flipping Sheet Material A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/15) -- Okay, I have to ask how do you guys handle your sheet goods at the CNC when approximately ...
Re: Houzz A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/15) -- I also have free houzz and I haven't spent more than 30 minutes setting it up b ...
Re: 3/8 air hose line A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/15) -- I found a place close buy that makes all kinds of hydraulic lines and air hoses. They set me ...
EZY-T-EDGE machine used A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (9/15) -- I have been installing t-molding for the last couple of years by ...
Re: Honing backs of corrugated shaper knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/15/22) -- Mark B, We are small volume. If we were large volume. I would probably do ...
Re: Honing backs of corrugated shaper knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/15/22) -- You don't say what type of shaper knives are involved. I can't see any rea ...
Re: Machine stops A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/15) -- I don't believe you should be using anti-seize. I can't remember the correct lube off the top of my ...
Entry Door Paint Grade A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/15) -- I am looking for 1 3/4" thick door 35 3/4 wide 82 7/8 tall. Nine light 8 ...
Re: Performax 22/44 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/15) -- Can't say I've ever tried it but I'd think you'd need far courser abrasive than 80 for md ...
Re: Performax 22/44 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/15) -- I can't tell you what's wrong, but with the patience to use an open sander to go from 3/4 ...
a random prong test A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/15) -- we've had these few hard maple boards that sitting on the wall in the grading station ...
Re: Can anybody identify this sandpaper? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/15) -- Thanks guys. I don't know why I did not think to google this. I did send a picture to my ...
Biesse Errors A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/15) -- Hi All Just turning on a Biesse Arrow for the 1st time and I'm getting confusing errors. The errors ...
Re: Fluorescent Glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (8/15) -- We've got a 2' UV tube @ the sanding bench, mounted to an arm. Can also take it off the arm a ...
Re: Woodtek Wide belt sander Felt for Platen A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/15) -- Nick Cook: I'm guessing that you can't contact the manufacturer or their parts supplier, ...
Re: Clear finish - reducing yellowing A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/15) -- Yellowing is usually associated with solvent based poly's and lacquers. Everything changes/am ...
Lubricator question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/15/24) -- I have a 20+ year old Maggi 2332 construction drill that we use to bore for dowels in ...
Salice 1 1/4" overlay zero clearance hinge A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/15/22) -- I have a 12" deep wall cabinet that will be confined between two deeper tall cabi ...
Re: prime walnut yield A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/15/22) -- RichC doesn't get it. Has nothing to do with humor. Why ask someone how long they've b ...
Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- Update on this. The issue with the kiln was a refrigerant problem, now rectified! Kil ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/15) -- Leo G., the general public won't know the difference, but a woodworker should be able to spot ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/15) -- You aren't trying to make white and red oak look the same. You are trying to match the colors ...
Re: Laminated walk doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/15) -- Generally laminating a door voids the rating so for commercial it can't be a ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/15) -- I don't think any amount of tweaking will ever make red oak look like white. Try a sample, it ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/15) -- Agreed. But most of us aren't woodworkers. And all you need to do is make the rest of the wor ...
Re: Spray stain on Maple A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/15) -- If you can't do the solvent based you'll have to tone it ...
Re: Heavy duty pull down closet poles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/15) -- Hardware Resources rates at 33lbs. The client needs to understand that they can't allow t ...
Red, White Oak Air drying shrinkage time? A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- First time bandsaw mill owner/user. Building 2 pole barns from red or white oak. (Don ...
2-D autocad user but want 3-D A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/15/24) -- I have been using AutoCAD 2-D for years and it has worked for me, but I would like to be able to ...
Re: 2-D autocad user but want 3-D A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/15/24) -- Budget? There are dozens of AutoCAD-like programs, from free to $100US to $1k US. (Bricscad, All ...
cab vision 5 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/15/23) -- is there anyone that could spare a few minutes to give me some help with the drawings in cab vis ...
Re: Shop Floor Paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/15) -- I have found going to a paint store explaining you are a business and asking th ...
Shop Floor Paint A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/15) -- Can anyone recommend an industrial quality concrete floor paint that they have ...
Re: Outsource plywood processing A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/15) -- Robb, Can you provide an average cost per sheet? Do you provide the ply? I typically use ...
Can i buy panel filled with hinges??? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/15) -- WhereCan i buy panel filled with hinges in image ??? ...
Emails upon emails A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/15) -- Have you all seen an increase in the amount of emails, phone calls and texts pe ...
Re: Source for 6mm PCD router bit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/15) -- Mike S I'd say that would get me out of trouble but I don't see it in your catalogue. Can you invoi ...
Last bottom knife - really necessary? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/15) -- We have an older Weinig Profimat 23E - 5 head. If I am NOT running any grooves in ...
Re: contact cement spraying problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (5/15) -- We have been using the pressurized cans too. We are not making counter tops, but use it for a ...
Re: Carved front door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/15) -- I can't help myself. Maybe you could ask the original artist how they made th ...
Re: Microvellum A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/15) -- It desperately needed a stay down option, it made the router think it was a pogo stick. It also had ...
Re: Water cooled spindle in router table? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/15/24) -- I have never had on of the older PC motors, if i found one i'd definitely take ...
Solid Surface ID A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (4/15/22) -- Can anyone identify this older solid surface color? ...
barn door hdw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/15) -- Just getting calls for this now. I assume many of you are as well. Can you share what har ...
Re: Can you Dye hot melt edgebanding glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/15) -- Premelting and coloring the glue isn't hard. A saucepan, hot plate at 375°, an infrared t ...
Re: Deposits for spec home cabinetry A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/15) -- If he is using a bamnk he should be billing every month, you may need to inusre ...
Re: MDF mullion doors A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/15) -- I did these years ago using Enroute. I can't see why they couldn't be duplicated with other softwar ...
Re: Humans and profit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/15) -- Pseudonyms from regulars often mean that they expressed something in a way that ...
Re: Material for picnic table A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/15) -- "terrified wood"- I like it already. My limited research tells me that terrifie ...
Re: Blind corner pull outs A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/15) -- Pro's… 1)easy access to items stored inside 2)looks really slick! Con ...
Re: reselling Planit software? A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/15) -- Pretty sure they charge 50% of what it would cost to buy to re-license, plus the new owner has to c ...
Re: Pod and rail aggregate saw A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/15/24) -- I have two Benz Oil bath and 4 Atemag(Techniks) heads. Been pleased with all of them, but lately ...
Re: Sanders for Stain-grade Prep A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/15/23) -- You can't compare a 3mm orbit to a 5mm orbit for finish sanding. The 5mm is a good comprom ...
Re: hafele missing A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/15/23) -- What I was told they can't answer phones or e mails. I was told ransom attack. It will ...
Re: Long Term Durability of Epoxy/Wood Bonds? A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/15/22) -- I searched the forum but didn't really find definitive information Tom. I even posted the ...
Re: Long Term Durability of Epoxy/Wood Bonds? A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (3/15/22) -- I agree with Dave. You are overthinking this. It's a bench. Titebond has a long history of ...
Getting Dark Brown Stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/15) -- I am doing some shaker cabinet doors where I want the Rails and Stiles to be a really deep br ...
Re: Stealth texture issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/15) -- Honestly, in a situation where everything was working perfectly, and isn't now, i'd start rem ...
Re: Pre cat lacquer rub out A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/15) -- Can't respond to a post finishing schedule since I don't know what sheen you are attempting. ...
Re: Codifying Processes A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/15) -- I've posted more than once about another article I read in HBR. For those that ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/15) -- Our system separates the rectangular non-face machined parts and sends them thr ...
Re: face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/15) -- We do frames on our CNC occasionally, but I find I can't cut a smile width less than 2 or 3" o ...
Re: weathered gray ash- killing me. A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/15) -- Apple Cider vinegar should be available at a grocery store. The stronger the vinegar, the eas ...
Re: Adjustable Feet trial A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/15) -- Jim, Can you post the Model Number you like? ...
Edgebander restarts A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/15/24) -- Hi I operate an Optimat KAR 310 Homag edgebander. Does anyone know why the c ...
Air-dried lumber- NYC / Tri-state area A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/15/23) -- Hi, I’m a furniture maker in Brooklyn New York, searching for a good local source ...
Re: Ultra Sonic cleaners A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/15) -- With all respect to Daniel, Triton X-100 Surfactant goes around 25$us for 500ml (+/- 16.9oz), ...
Re: spray paint lighting A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/15) -- Thank you guys, for your advice. I will experiment with raking light. I remember a shop I wor ...
Re: Tightening RTA Fittings A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/15) -- I have had this impact and drill for 8 years now. I use the impact everyday. It is small ...
Re: Spraying ICA with gravity gun A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/15) -- I have finished several high use bars. The key is getting sealed up real good. Also watch out ...
Re: Level infeed bed on Weinig Powermat 500 A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/15) -- Thanks for the response, and info on aligning the bed, I just finished! As far as ...
Re: How would you make these doors? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/15) -- For two doors I would try to do this with out buying cutters. Also I can't fi ...
Re: How would you make these doors? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/15) -- Not knowing what your dims are I can't say but I'd size the stock panel edge ...
Re: Trying to draw walls of a CV job in autocad A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/15) -- I can't upload the dwg here, but here is are 2 pdf's. It doesn't look like your cv drawing. The sec ...
Re: Krystal CV on a exterior table A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/15) -- Thank you for the info. That stuff sounds fantastic. I had never heard of it. Can i spray it ...
Re: Scm Pratix48 side rail issues A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/15) -- Simple things first. Does the machine have an FRL and if so, is the oil level always kept up? Is th ...
Re: broken bandsaw blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/15) -- Another thing: let go of the workpiece occasionally to check that the blade is not ...
Re: new "used" edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/15) -- Jared, what about the Ambition 1100 would you say makes it insufficient for that? I'm not ...
Re: Time for larger truck A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/15) -- I use a 2005 Dodge Sprinter Van with the tall top. Best buy I made. Can stand u ...
Re: species identification A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/15) -- Can you tell us if the wood appears to be lighter/heavier in weight than most other w ...
Want to build a Pilates Reformer machine A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/15) -- Hi all, From the woodworking point of view it can't get any simpler, however there are ...
Re: Bessey Revo vs Latest version KRE 3.5xx A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/14) -- Door shop guy, Good to hear that my batch may be an isolated case. I purchas ...
Re: Vacuum Lift information for 5X12 CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/14) -- I had a Schmalz lift on a Gorbel 16 ft jib boom. It was 300 lb capacity at that reach as we were c ...
Re: Face frames A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/14) -- Due to lack of space, I most often make my face frames on the bench ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/14) -- Thanks for this post. I have bid a couple of jobs with renderings like those above. I di ...
Adjustable Door Stop source? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/14) -- Looking to source this adjustable door stop. Has anyone seen this before or perhaps have ...
Re: deposite A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/14) -- Frank I Build my face friends first, Doors are Second,then I cut out my drawer boxes and ...
Re: Outline cuts with 1/8" dia.bits A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/14/23) -- We used to cut 1/8 slots 20mm deep in baltic birch. Can you use an upcut? A downspiral packs th ...
Outsourcing shop drawings source A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/14/23) -- Hello, Can anyone recommend a CAD service? My go to guy is becoming unreliable as afar as timin ...
Re: Automated spray system A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/14/21) -- You're planning on doing all flat panel finishing on the line, or assembled boxes? If you ...
Re: Chemcraft A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/14/21) -- Thanks Tom. Can you give specific names of the products you are using, including the redu ...
Re: Micro bubble hell A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/14) -- Yeah I'm still in complete hell with the 9300. I thought I had a Eureka moment when I though ...
Re: Creating a Job or creating a Business A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/14) -- This is a little off topic, but why is doors subbed out and not panel processi ...
Re: Machinery repair company A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/14) -- I'd like to see this thread run a piece with people sharing names and contact ...
Re: White residue in mahogany grain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/14) -- you are right on about someone fiddling with some sort of "wiz-bang" polish or wax ...
Re: Craftsman finish on 1/4 sawn white oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/14) -- if you can, post a picture. I just did a simular job; 18' of bookcase in 1/4 sawn oak to mat ...
Re: Habitual Lateness A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/14) -- Finally a topic I know something about! I'm (at least used to be) a sucker for losers. T ...
Re: Wood over steel in a brutal climate A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/14) -- This reminds me of some classic jokes, but here goes: To me the biggest prob ...
Re: Vacuum not enough? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/14) -- CFM for air flow and PSI for small parts. There is no reason for your CNC Router not to be able to ...
local machine tech A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/14/21) -- Hi Had flood damage recently. I am in North Jersey. [ little falls] Can any ...
Corrugated Head for Router A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/14) -- I'm in the process of tooling up for a 5 axis router arriving next month and have been frustrated ...
Re: Veneer moving A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (10/14) -- Jake, it does look like the veneer is moving and that is likely caused by the flexible contact ...
Veneer moving A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (10/14) -- We built and installed a vanity in a powder room about a year ago with 10 mill paper backed ven ...
Looking for SCM Edgebander Tech in Los Angeles A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/14) -- Does anybody know of any reputable edge bander technicians in the Los Angeles area? I ha ...
Re: 2001 accu systems hpj program files A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/14) -- Steve, I can't get over the fact that they may not have the support required for the machine anymo ...
Re: Why is there something like unemployment A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/14/21) -- Willem Martins: If the particulars are as you say, with respect to pay, cabi ...
Best Waterbased Finish to Spray A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (9/14) -- I have traditionally sprayed the various lacquers in solvent based. Can't deal with the fumes ...
Spraying Waterbased Finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/14) -- I have traditionally sprayed the various lacquers in solvent based. Can't deal with the fumes ...
Clipping blocks in Autocad A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/14) -- I had a way to do this and forgot some steps. I take a raster image of a veneer sample and import i ...
Kremlin vs C.A. Tech AAA A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/14) -- Looking to purchase a new spray system I've heard great things about the Kremlin EOS 10-C18. ...
Questions on construction/line boring…. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/14) -- I've been using an older CNC drill for all my line and construction boring for the last f ...
Senco nailer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (9/14) -- Has anyone been able to buy Senco's new FinishPro 21LXP. I would love ...
Best way to mark off the spindles for drilling A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/14) -- I will be installing wrought iron spindles under the railings with the retro ...
Re: cncfactory A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/14) -- We bought their big Python XPR. First off, like the person above me. I don't think a manual exists. ...
Re: Paperless shop questions A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (8/14) -- Gavin, like I mention in the prior post, a remote desktop app enables you to access your computer a ...
New to reclaiming A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/14) -- Please help. Found some shiplap I can’t find anything about. It looks like 3” ...
Puck Lighting A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/14) -- Hello, Unfortunately my choice of puck lighting manufacturers has discontinued the line I ...
Re: Can anybody identify this sandpaper? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/14) -- https://www.google.com/search?hl &q 3M+Hookit+Paper+D%2FF+Disc+735U&source id nav ...
Re: 3m 100’ hose for supplied air A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14/23) -- just curious as to why you need such a long hose? can't you move the air supply closer? se ...
Re: Crazing help A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14) -- Too late to say this but stay within a system. Oil base stain and water based coatings aren't ...
magnamax over resistant A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14) -- Can magnamax clear be used over pigmented Resistant? I understand it might yellow a bit overt ...
Re: Graco 395 ultra pro A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14) -- We have a Grace 390. We use the 310 LP tip to spray topcoat on doors & trim. We primarily ...
Pulling the trigger on a pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14) -- Hello all In a few weeks I'm going to go ahead and get a AAA pump I'm going with CA tech.(Wur ...
Re: slot mortiser A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/14) -- Hello, I have a Knappy (sold by Laguna) slot mortiser for sale here in San Diego, ...
Re: slot mortiser A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (7/14) -- Hello, I have a Knapp (sold by Laguna) slot mortiser for sale here in San Diego, C ...
Re: Veneer Issue (ultra-noob, many apologies) A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (7/14) -- You're never going to get a good quality finish from an aerosol can, buy some finishing equipmen ...
3/8'' thick, arched rail A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (7/14) -- I need to find the best way to make arched rail material that is 3/8'' thick and still has ...
Routing color layer off hpl... A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (7/14) -- I have a project that requires routing a groove in Nevamar laminated flo ...
Re: Half circle metal table base A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/14) -- I am never surprised at what people expect for a low cost. Those bases are at least $4 ...
Re: Schedule Adjusments A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/14) -- If the schedule has you installing June 17th and they move it two weeks, send t ...
Re: Rejuvinating Molder feed rollers A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/14) -- A light touch and a close eye. We have We have 80 grit on the sander and it seems ...
Re: Mixing dye in 2k poly? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/14) -- Jim, I used cv for years but I'm doing a lot of the 2k now. Dry times are fast and the sealer ...
scm si 3800 query A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/14) -- Hi Looking at purchasing an SCM si 3800 from auction. I'm looking at it tomorrow. From wh ...
Re: Cabinet doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/14) -- I think you will have good luck going to the paint department at any Home Depot or Lowe’s ...
Re: HELP WITH Z AXIS FAULT PLEASE A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/14) -- When does this error show up? Starting a cut? At the end of a cut coming out of the material? Do yo ...
Re: Moisture discolouration A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/14) -- I'm not sure i'd go as far as Shane, but i'd give a similar answer. I think it's fine to say ...
Moisture discolouration A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/14) -- I have jutoba furniture which was finished with mineral oil. I added bees wax to the oil. Now ...
Re: Biesse XNC Programming Question A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/14) -- If it's G code can't you just edit out all the M03's and M05's? ...
Re: Why not Deft waterborne poly for kitchens? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/14) -- Thank for the blount reply Shane. I appreciate constructive criticism. That said, most of the ...
Are inline gun filters re-usable? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/14) -- We are spraying MLCampbell's High Performance White (Pre-cat solvent based) with a CAT HVLP g ...
Re: Agualente Plus primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/14) -- Jonathan, You said, "So far of the primers if have used the chemcraft aquaprime performs ...
Re: Aluminum edge band A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/14) -- Alan's looks pretty easy to install but I think Tom's look with just a 1/8" square e ...
Re: AlphaCam V5 Multidrill A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/14) -- Mike thanks for helping me out. Our original machine crashed is why I ran into this issue in the fi ...
Best practices for using Poly Bak 69 from Holdahl A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/14) -- Can anyone share their best practices for adhering Poly Bak 69 to a lumber banded MDF panel. The ...
Re: Help! A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/14) -- What kind of furniture is it? Why can't you simply ask them for better specs? ...
Re: Cabinetry software and career advice A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/14/23) -- Thank you all for taking the time to offer your advice! @Quicktrim I have thought about that; wo ...
Can you Dye hot melt edgebanding glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/14) -- Hey All, We're using a maksiwa edgebander that uses low temp hot melt glue. For our appli ...
Re: Can you Dye hot melt edgebanding glue A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/14) -- How would you thoroughly and evenly mix it even if you tried? Would seem a nightmare. ...
Refinishing A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/14) -- Hi I run a residential cabinetry shop. We have some expierienced finishers and ...
Re: Humans and profit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/14) -- Add on... forgot to mention the insurance rate effect. The poopy attitude has o ...
Re: Humans and profit A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/14) -- "You can't make anyone do anything against their will." Don't tell th ...
Kiln control A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/14) -- I have a Moore kiln control with gas filled capillaries. I need to have the capillari ...
spring or winter harvested wood: differences A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/14/22) -- I am producing arrow shafts for the archery industry. I presently run white birch, ...
Re: Exterior grade MDF, or options? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/14) -- Do any of the exterior MDF companies rate coefficient of expansion? I'd still ...
Disposal of odd size pallets from door vendors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/14) -- I'm sure we're not the only ones that have this struggle. What are you guys doing to disp ...
Re: Salvaging AAA Nozzles A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/14) -- I use Crest Ultrasonics…… Stainless unit with heat.and be sure to order a parts basket... the ...
Re: Suggestions on handling euro sized sheets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/14) -- If you have a 6000SF shop and the machinery to cut panels you can't afford not to have a ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/14) -- If you want to crank out boxes, you need a Beam saw, Cnc, dowel machine and a c ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/14) -- Make sure you call the tool maker. You have to include horsepower in the flutes ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/14) -- Tom, I'll check into this. Right now I know we're using 2 flute bits. Thanks ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/14) -- I use onsrud 60-126mw. I run 1000-1300ipm all day in 18mm Russian birch. ...
epoxy for knot filling - recommendations A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/14) -- we work with a lot of walnut and are consistently filling knots. we're trying to come up ...
Quickly reverse timber shrinkage? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/14) -- Hi all, I'm looking for some advice about slightly increasing the moisture content of ...
Multiple dadoe'd shelves with faceframe A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/14) -- Hey guys, I've hit on this subject before but I'm just not getting enough accuracy to mak ...
Re: Quickly reverse timber shrinkage? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/14) -- With a moisture gradient between the core of the wood, and the surface, it's going to ...
Re: price for custom kitchen A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/14) -- O Yes i tried and would love to be able to use some sort of computer program but i just c ...
Re: will it work (repair question)? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/14) -- When we make these, they are often 2" thick or better. We will rip 8/4 r ...
physics, table saws, and flying lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/14) -- Table saw kick back seems to be seperated into two categories: 1) straight line ki ...
cv over stain with mineral spirits A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/14) -- i have some stain i need to use on a interior trim project. The home owner gave me the stain ...
Re: Architectural Millwork Installer Compensation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (2/14/24) -- I'm a w-2 employee of a large nationwide millwork installation com ...
Re: Resaw bandsaw blade sharpening service A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/14/22) -- Very few regrind shops sharpen woodworking bandsaws anymore. The cost new vs. R ...
Topcoating over an Oil Based Primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/14) -- We sprayed cabinets & doors with Zinsser oil based primer/sealer only to learn afterward ...
Re: air make-up dust A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/14) -- We have the HVAC contractor coming in this morning to discuss modifications. They build and d ...
Re: Self MotivatingEmployees A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/14) -- Wood Dust that is a great question. As much as I like Paul Akers and lean manuf ...
Re: Festool Domino 500 or 700 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/14) -- We've had the smaller of the two models (must be the 500) for about a year now. It was ba ...
Re: Vortex Tornado A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/14) -- I haven't tried that particular one but we have used Vortex tooling for years - carbide compression ...
Re: Cheap air lines....dumb idea???? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/14) -- I've got a hodgepodge of air line material throughout the shop including some r ...
Enkeboll Closed? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/14) -- I have not had a call for Enkeboll carvings for years. A customer is remodeli ...
Re: Slight relief around dowel drilling A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/14) -- Anybody have a source for the grass ecopress 10mm bit with the countersink on it? I can’t ...
Looking for hot air edgebander tips A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/14) -- Hello all, I just got a virutex EB25 hot air edgebander and was wondering if anyone has a ...
Re: Pay as you go Comp A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/14) -- Mark, Larger policies are audited premium and you pay based on actual hours; th ...
Staining Walnut Veneer over MDF A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/14) -- Struggling to stain walnut consistently. I use general finishes RTM stain system; spraying on ...
bar top A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/14) -- We have a solid beech bar top which we are struggling to finish to "busy bar top" q ...
Re: mahogany veneer not bonding to substrate A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (1/14) -- I'll ask the obvious - What is the temperature of the shop, materials and glues? At 9,000' and W ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- Family man, thanks for the help on this. I think that's exactly what I'm looking for. I ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- It is reconstituted "white oak" veneer. Trees are grown on plantations, usuall ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- As long as the folks laying up the product do a good job (that is not done by echowood) ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- It may be recon Brookside veneer but you could do better by ordering sequence match rift ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- Joe, you should watch your own video. I've spoken to the folks building this product in ...
Re: Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- Family man, there is no grinding and printing. It's sliced, bleached, dyed, reglued into ...
Re: Lacquer supplier in CT A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/13) -- First, Plex nitrocellulose lacquer from Camger Coatings is far superior to both Sherwin-Will ...
Drawing times in various software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/13) -- I am curious as to how long it takes to draw an average size kitchen with software you have. What ...
SW pigmented CV A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/13) -- I have always used SW white precat, but am going to test the SW CV. They are telling me that ...
Re: start up cabinet shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- Cabmaker is spot on in his answer. Can you believe I typed that? ...
Re: new or old? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/13) -- A shop up the road from me bought a used komo about a year ago. To my understanding it's still not ...
Re: deposite A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/13) -- Every job is different depending on my bank account, the size, complexity and duration o ...
Re: Finding/building a new facility A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/13) -- Are you going to have employees? Check with the county. They may have incentiv ...
Re: Do you leave water/DNA in pump? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/13/22) -- Herb, I can’t find anyone who sells acts strip in my area, any idea what ratio of simple ...
Re: Entry-level CNC for Small (1-2 man) Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/13) -- Can you outsource the CNC work as a profit study? Unless you hire an experienced operator, the lea ...
Re: Thinning Lenmar Plus, conversion varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/13) -- Thanks guys for the information. I can't find their thinner 1A.406 anywhere online or at a s ...
Re: Hinge for flap front over outlet A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/13) -- tip out tray won't work...Doesn't open far enough unless you're talking one I'm not fami ...
Hinge for flap front over outlet A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/13) -- Can someone help out with a concealed hinge that will work for a flap down 5 piece drawe ...
Re: poly 2k A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/13) -- I agree with Tyler. My only fault with it was the short pot life and you can’t use oil based ...
Re: CNC file for work van A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/13/22) -- If I can't get a file I'll go that route. I'll trace it on to plywood and jig saw it. ...
Brandt Edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/13/22) -- Can anyone recommend a service technician in the Atlanta area? ...
flood damaged walnut moldings A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/13/21) -- Hi all! I unfortunately had a bad flood situation in my shop- hurricane I ...
Re: Finding out what GC's are bidding a project A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/13) -- You could also visit the job-sites of the jobs you lost and ask how to get qua ...
Re: Shaper question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/13) -- Door shop guy, It's been about 9 years, but I took a tour of Walzcraft. They had banks o ...
Re: edge gluing direct from s4s/molder A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/13) -- I can't speak for the import machines. The Diehl's blade is below/between the 2 feed cha ...
Re: Dust problem A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/13) -- I did not try water on the floor. How much do I put on it? Can it cause blushing due to high ...
Re: outsource estimating A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/13) -- Not sure why the insults are flying on such an innocuous topic. Dumb and dumbe ...
Refinishing conversion varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/13) -- I made a piece of furniture for a customer that is finished with white pigmented vinyl seale ...
Re: veneer panel discoloration A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (10/13) -- What information would you like to know ?Did you lay up and install the panels ? Are you being ...
Re: vacuum leakage A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/13/22) -- I don't hit nearly those numbers for vacuum. I have to look at the gauge to be certain. 4x8 tabl ...
Re: Why is there something like unemployment A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/13/21) -- To the OP - sounds like you are in a bad way. $800/day in any market other t ...
Re: Corian Counters A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (9/13) -- I did something similar to a concrete countertop that I built on top of ...
Re: Finish for reclaimed wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/13) -- you should look into an acylic polyurethane... like Sayerlack TZL7105 5 Gloss..Through the Sh ...
Frameless ADA sink cabinet A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/13) -- I am new to the commercial world and am wondering how all of you build your sink cabinets ...
Re: Flush Entry Door A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (9/13) -- Dave, thanks for the response. I value your input. After thinking about it, y ...
Rover B.35 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/13) -- We do a lot of vertical drilling on our Rover B.35 For some or other reason we cannot get the machi ...
Re: drawer slides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (9/13) -- Can you cut grooves in the side of the drawer box to recess the slide ...
Re: Univer panel saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/13) -- That looks like a Putch Meniconi. These were Italian saws imported by various companies o ...
Re: Finishing cracks on veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/13) -- Can you tell the finish problem is caused by the veneer? What kind of finish? What kind of venee ...
Re: What glue are they using? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/13) -- Thomas, 1/4 sawn does not expand in it's width, but mainly in it's height. I ...
Re: Retractable pantry doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/13) -- I've never used the Hafele or Salice products, so I can't comment on those. I have used t ...
Re: Biesse nesting problems A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/13) -- I can't help with the first problem. You typically want parts to be cut in order from smallest to l ...
9" stain grade baseboard installation A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (8/13) -- I've been asked to quote the installation of 9" x 3/4" stai ...
Re: Dust evacuation nut A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/13) -- Benjamin is correct about the possibility of catching small blocks or chips under the nut. I have b ...
Re: Can anybody identify this sandpaper? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/13) -- It is 735U. Put that into a google search for 3M sanding disks and it will come up. Mark ...
How to be successful as an estimator? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/13) -- I've taken a time off from estimating for 20 months, and feel rusty. I was of ...
Re: Manufacturing in 10 years. A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (8/13) -- I'm not sure how relevent this is to your question, but it definitely ...
Re: Custom applique A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/13) -- Can you do it with resin or plaster? Kits available for making silicone molds ...
Re: Vacuum Pump A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/13) -- Thanks for all the replies. After speaking to a pump rebuilder, he said that on the steal pumps the ...
More effective pocketing toolpath in Alphacam A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/13) -- Hello, I have recently had a run of thin stacked sheets to pocket out . I have been using a standar ...
Re: Particle board as spoilboard A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/13) -- I surface both sides of a new spoilboard. I don't know what particle board would gain you on the in ...
Arched Door Pivot Hinges ? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/13) -- I have large upcoming project that will require pivot hinges on large arched ...
mail order source for exterior 2k poly A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/13) -- I have 23 solid walnut strip restaurant tables to finish that will be outside on the restaura ...
Re: finishing dining room table A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/13) -- If its a new table tell her to contact the manufacturer and find out what's on the table beca ...
Re: Veneer adhesive disaster A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/13/22) -- I would not use TB III with 1/8" veneer, balanced or not. I also see no reason to use ...
Re: Programs to Draw Furniture Designs A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/13) -- Not sure if this is still active but here is my perspective. Sketchup is more of a mod ...
Edge sanding belts A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/13) -- Can anyone tell me the best place to purchase a 7" x 228" edge sander belt? I h ...
Re: EnduroVar Alternatives? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/13) -- it's a shame you can't get SW (l didn't think anybody lived more than 20 miles from a SW stor ...
Re: Milesi questions A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/13/24) -- Pete, I can’t answer your question. I thought regular lacquer was done away with. When I f ...
Need help identifying lumber A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/13) -- I recently cut up a log in East Texas that I can't identify. It was already down with ...
Re: cnc purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/13) -- We've had our SCM N100 up and running for a little while now. Absolutely love it. Can do everything ...
Hanging Acrylic Panels with no nails A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/13) -- Has anyone hung Acrylic where you have to scribe to the ceiling and wall next to it. But ...
Re: Martin slider A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/13) -- I assumed that it was sawdust but can’t even see the trunnion or any working parts It is ...
Re: Spraying sealer from 55 gal drums A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/13) -- He has warned you and he is selling you want you want. You own it now. I would have said the ...
Aluminum edge band A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/13) -- Looking for source for aluminum edge band. Photo sent to me looks like 3/4" laminate ...
Re: Aluminum edge band A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/13) -- Did you look at Taco or Outwater or Hoskin and Muir or Cr Laurence or A George Diack? Or ...
Re: AlphaCam V5 Multidrill A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (5/13) -- You changed machines? Not sure why you would want to do that. The config just gives location of dri ...
Handheld veneer stitcher A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/13) -- Can anyone tell me about a kipper handheld veneer stitcher? Are they much better and faster than ...
Re: solar vs. electric kiln drying schedules A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/13) -- Thanks Gene, so how then do the drying times compare from a solar kiln to an electric ...
wide belt sanders A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (5/13) -- Can a dry metal wide belt sander be used for wood? What's the difference between the machin ...
Re: Interesting crown molding cut A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (5/13) -- Hi yall, I need to correct one of my degrees. I found that after I ad ...
Water cooled spindle in router table? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/13/24) -- Just scrapped by 2nd 4.25" router body after the bearings proved impossibl ...
Re: New residential shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/13) -- I'm confused , If you have been an operations manager of a cabinet shop for quite a few y ...
Re: Commercial Bid Software/Services A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/13) -- Most paid service that provide more jobs are jobs that are public jobs that are ...
Re: Hardware Management: Nomenclature Improvement A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/13) -- Derreck, We do the same as well. Everything gets a reorder card. Has made life ...
Re: MDF mullion doors A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/13) -- I am not sure about Cabinet Vision, but I just did this one with Alphacam. Short answer, yes you ca ...
Re: Follow up and thoughts on the gender issue A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/13) -- Ugh. I don't generally post on here in general (though I enjoy reading everythi ...
regulator for compressed air for turbine hose A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/13) -- I have an hvlp turbine system and used to have a regulator that worked off shop air that I co ...
Re: Inventor vs. Solidworks A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/13) -- Thanks for both of your responses. The information regarding the add-ons is helpful. I am concerned ...
Drying Cypress A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/13/24) -- Can anyone help me with a drying schedule for Cypress? I have a customer with a fe ...
Cabinet vision Solid Ultimate Version 11 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/13/24) -- Can anyone help me to get rid of the annoying lines on the cabinets in elevation mode. ...
Re: Talk me down before I send this letter. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/13/23) -- I agree with your comments about not wasting time on a bid and we usually do ...
Storage Ideas A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (3/13/22) -- I have a friend who owns a commercial architectural millwork c ...
Re: Profit Margin A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/13) -- Shop Owner, I have a 3 man shop. I average around 450k gross. I pay myself $75k ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/13) -- Yes you should definitely cut repetitive square cuts on the table saw. Or if yo ...
Re: CNC Router bits failing - new material A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/13) -- Boyd, Can you program in an 1/8" up/down cycling of the Z-axis while cutting? If so you might ...
Re: Dealing with runs.... A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/13) -- for MLC's Krystal CV i use 30 on the fluid and 12 on the air with the trigger pulled.. Starig ...
Re: Concerning wormy chestnut...Part 2: A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/13) -- Come on Dash, are you going to ask about every recipe you find on the internet? Go to wood bo ...
Re: moulder vs planner A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/13) -- We do not run a single thing through our moulders without planing them first. Yes, ...
Re: will it work (repair question)? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/13) -- No disrespect intended, I don't know your methods but you obviously do. I wou ...
Re: Spoilboard clean up between cycles A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/13) -- Dan, How close do you run your dust skirt to the table surface when you run the cleaning program? D ...
Re: Have mohawk stains and dyes changed? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/13) -- Rick, how much are keystone dyes a gallon? Can you mix the keystone dye in a mohawk wiping st ...
Re: Pricing within Cabnetware A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/13) -- Matt, Do you know if there are still any free CabnetWare user forums open? I ...
Re: Help Me Design A CNC Unit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/13/23) -- As Tom mentioned, what you propose is not for the faint of heart. Chipping, blowout, broken bits ...
Resaw bandsaw blade sharpening service A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/13/22) -- Hi Guys, looking for a referral for a sharpening service that does Stellite too ...
Woodworking and Cabinet shows A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/13) -- Hi all, I just got the flyer for the AWFS show in Vegas this summer. I can’t th ...
Re: Using air dried wood and warping A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/13) -- Kevin - You will find a copy of Bruce Hoadley's "Understanding Wood" very he ...
Re: Tightening RTA Fittings A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/13) -- Stu, I'm Häfele America Co.'s trainer and though I feel your pain we can't suggest using ...
Re: AWS Custom grade A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/13) -- You can't make doors our of melamine with a laminate face. Some specs require the back of ...
Re: confirmat screw tooling A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/13) -- We use a prefinished maple panel with a crossband of mdf so the countersink has always be ...
Re: Cabinetpro A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/13) -- That sounds great but how did you initially learn it? Do you use it for five piece doors? Can you w ...
Re: Cheap air lines....dumb idea???? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/13) -- Thanks guys, so it seems like the idea is not totally crazy. I just took a look ...
Time to Build A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/13) -- Can I get some feed back concerning man hours to complete certain phases of wor ...
Re: Cupping table top midway through fininsh A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13/22) -- Well Rich, I guess you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. To clarify my point, we are not ...
Re: tool changer options A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/13/22) -- PS Make sure your budget includes all the ancillary stuff outbound of the machine. For instance ...
Re: High Solid vs Low Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13) -- There's a bunch of things here. It happens to be true that, in general, lower solid products ...
Re: High Solid vs Low Solid A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13) -- The product is designed for ideal temp/humidity levels when applied with the correct gun setu ...
What Kind of Wood is this? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/13) -- Trying to build a cabinet to match these. Can anyone tell me what this wood is fro ...
Re: Finishing one piece doors cut on CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13) -- You're not telling me anything. I'm anal. And I guess you are too. Even when I'm doing price ...
Re: mahogany veneer not bonding to substrate A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (1/13) -- I feel your pain, Kerry. Can you be very specific about the flattening/softening techniques you ...
Re: wb 2k finishes in small shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/12) -- I am a one man shop as well Phill and I will make and spray just about anything. Living in r ...
drawer runners A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/12) -- Can some of you tell me if the specs, measurements and installation of comparable Grass ...
Re: Sliding table saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/12) -- I can't comment on Martin as I have never even used one. However I have owned both SCM a ...
Planer blade height A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/12) -- I recently acquired shop space that includes a Yates American J-180 planer. The b ...
Re: Import V carve desktop models into Alphacam A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/12) -- I have done a project that way starting with Aspire. I can't remember the procedure exactly, proba ...
Can anyone identify this material/finish A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/12) -- Hi everyone! I've been working in a cabinet shop for the last 8 years and have recently ...
Countertop railing end caps A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/12) -- We've got a project that has some 5/8" diameter brass railing around the island top ...
Re: best laser levels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/12) -- Can't go wrong with the Bosch in my opinion. I have the Bosch GLL 2- ...
Re: Software for CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (12/12) -- Another vote for Vectric, Vcarve pro $600, great for signs. I always plug there software even thou ...
Re: Ball Joint A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (12/12) -- Bill, The lower half seats itself in the 90 degree inside edge o ...
Re: Do you leave water/DNA in pump? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/12/22) -- Herb, I can’t find anyone who sells acts strip in my area, any idea what ratio of simple ...
Wurth pro 100 full ext slides A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/12) -- Been using these guides for about a year always fighting tight drawer action Have added ...
handrail fittings WITHOUT CNC A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/12) -- I'm milling about 135ft of a custom (stair) handrail today & tomorrow, a ...
Small dots on drawer fronts in cv8 A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/12) -- I've gone through all my layers, and can't get rid of the little dots. Any Ideas are much apprecia ...
re A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/12/23) -- Can anyone in south Florida recommend a good Brandt edge bander technician? ...
2-story steel storage racks with ladder? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/12/21) -- We are in the process of building an addition that will probably have 18ft eaves. One ...
Re: Looking for Better stain blocking primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/12) -- MLC has a new Universal WB Primer that seems to be doing well. Tannin blocker and nice white ...
Re: Milesi Waterbourne A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/12) -- Can you give more details on which product, and what you are spraying it on? They have water ...
Re: Splicing ceiling Joists A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/12) -- Where are you located? The 90 x 45 pine will support floor loads of 1.6m @ 6 ...
Re: Cabinetshop management question A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/12) -- Crew management has changed a lot over the years. I think back to the crews I ...
Phase Converter Help A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/12) -- My pattern maker buddy is getting ready to retire and wants to keep a few machines in hi ...
Re: Marketing Not Working A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/12) -- Once up on a time I had a very small business. Just barely eking out a livenin ...
Re: Low-tech heated air make up A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/12) -- Water based product have a very narrow window of temp and humidity where they work well. I c ...
Concealed filler strip connector A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (10/12) -- I'm doing a high-end residential install for a client who is working ...
Re: corner cabinet edgeband A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/12/23) -- I use my trusty Sunbeam iron to do these. Can't really think of another way to get to ...
Re: Downsizing System Quandry A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (9/12) -- I'd just like to say this forum is very lucky to have contributor ...
Re: Compression bits A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/12) -- Chad, Would love to work out a plan with you. Can you call me @ 877-465-7012? ...
Re: smoking of wood A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (9/12) -- Apple, Apple & more apples. You just can't over smoke meat with it. ...
Re: Making authoritative paint samples A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/12) -- Robb you're 100% correct about the stains. I don't have time to be doing custom stains myself ...
Re: What glue are they using? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/12) -- Funny that this post would come about today. Yesterday I had a customer come ...
Re: What glue are they using? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/12) -- I think the top photo (multi-faceted pyramid) is simply a moistened standard ...
Re: MDF for doors A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/12) -- if you have a cnc and can't make money on mdf doors then I would say you really are not trying. A s ...
Re: Tip-on or servo-drive? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/12) -- Tip on with Tandem works pretty well BUT sometimes you get a clicking sound because some ...
Re: Cnc service, or lack of? A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/12) -- Ray, I was told by one of the mods one time that you had to have a legitimate issue, you just can’t ...
Re: Is a recession coming? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/12) -- That Graphic shows Ct at -11.7? I son't know, something is not right. New Yorke ...
Re: Employees A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/12) -- I'm facing the same dilemma. Sales are up 300% but I can't find anybody interes ...
Re: Dust clean up on cnc A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/12) -- Age old problem, with many solutions depending on what you want. I have always considered productio ...
Re: Are you seeing a slowdown? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/12) -- "Keeping your costs low" At some point you need to violate that if yo ...
Re: Paul Downs Book A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/12) -- I think it is interesting that Amazon already lists 16 USED copies available. B ...
Brass Door Onlays A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/12) -- I am looking for a metal onlay for cabinet doors that would include the (4) corner pieces ...
Re: Face frame A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/12) -- We have done 100's of them in beaded inset face frame bookcases. I can't remember doing t ...
Re: Solvent CV over WB primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/12) -- Solvent CV over Aquaprime... My sales rep says yes and so does Chemcraft's website. That said ...
Re: Looking for doors and drawers source A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/12) -- You can't even make a raised panel door but you want to open a cabinet shop? I ...
Re: Cabinetmaking Opportunities in the future A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/12) -- Cabinetmaking in the Future may not be cabinetmaking as the term is used on thi ...
Router Bit Source A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/12/24) -- I need a router bit similar to this. I found one a few month back, but didn't buy it. ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/12) -- We have not used them in Bona but we have used Transtint dye a ton to tone after a first coat ...
Re: Cleaning Poplar for tinted lacquer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/12) -- I agree and I do not want to start trouble. I wanted to pay a professional to do it but have ...
Re: laser module addition A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/12) -- Will, I'm curious, what is this laser supposed to do on a nested machine? I can't think of anything ...
Re: Ready to match stain systems? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/12) -- Yes, The first thing is it's water based, so it takes some getting used to, what it looks lik ...
Re: RTA boxes in Midwest A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/12) -- Why not have Cabparts ship to Indiana? Can't be that much extra, and you have an account ...
Re: Rebuilding Waldkin shaper spindle A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (6/12) -- Don't know, but I guess I look at it more like what the heck are you ...
Re: Solutions for parts orginization A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/12/23) -- I am definitely not doing that number of doors, we are a small shop. What works well f ...
Re: Dux spray guns A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/12) -- Never heard of the brand Looks like a top of the line product considering the cost I looked a ...
Re: I purchased a hydraulic cold press A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (5/12) -- It turns out that the above calculation applies only to presses which close upwards. Mine being ...
Re: To inventory or not to inventory? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/12) -- As the lean way of thinking goes. Any work in progress laying dormant is money ...
expired aqualente A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/12) -- I have a gallon of pigmented aqualente that is almost a month expired. What is going to happe ...
RE: large amounts of flies near wood pile A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/12) -- We have a millwork operation with approximately 200 to 300 logs of hardwoods. The pro ...
Re: Green logs for furniture A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/12/22) -- Wes, There is a group/association(s) dealing directly with building with green woo ...
Fisheye Eliminator! A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/12/22) -- Hi everyone! I am really looking for some help on this one! I run a furniture refinishing ...
Re: New to sliding table saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/12/22) -- Thomas, here's a couple of glam shots of the s4s for ya. Sexy beast! Can't show too mu ...
Diaphragm spray pump A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/12) -- I quite often use finishing materials from Conestoga. Stains, topcoat, etc. They recommend us ...
Re: Mechanical (automatic) secret bookcase A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/12) -- Is the secret automatic? Can't help there. I would look at electric linear actuators. Siz ...
Blum Servo Drive Drawer Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/12) -- Does anybody have any experience with Blum Servo Drive drawer systems? Can you use them w ...
Re: ecabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/12) -- We use it in our custom shop and it is pretty handy. The only thing I can't stand about it is that ...
Re: WSJ: We read it so you don't have to. A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/12) -- Hehehe Tim can't quote anything but liberally. It is a tint that he had install ...
Re: dye stain vs spray-only stains A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/12) -- Robert, I can't thank you enough for taking the time to share this approach!! So I need to de ...
Re: Three S (?) programs A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/12) -- Thanks Rich & Gary! I guess simplifying leads to standardization in the sam ...
Re: Painting new frameless cabinets A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/12) -- I know everybody says you need to use CV for professional opaque finishes, and I agree th ...
Re: is this African Walnut? A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (4/12) -- Fred, I am saying "no" to African Mahogany, or Khaya. It looks similar to Mozambi ...
Sanders for Stain-grade Prep A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/12/23) -- Let's talk best sanders for stain-grade white wood prep. I currently have a 1/4 sheet sand ...
Re: Advice on business growth and strategy? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12/22) -- By all means specialize. Find a niche and exploit it. Gourmet woodenware for ...
Re: Painted exterior wooden treads A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/12/22) -- I would go for Accoya considering the are painted.https://www.accoya.com/ ...
source for reclaimed wide plank oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/12) -- Can anyone recommend a source for wide plank reclaimed oak (12"). We are ...
Edgebander static electricity problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/12) -- We are having a lot of static electricity causing the shavings from our bottom trimmer wheel to sti ...
Re: reference to undefined contour element A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/12) -- Can you provide the MPR file and DWG/DXF file? I'd be willing to fix it for you if you didn't get i ...
CNC collet dust extractor A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/12) -- I recall reading in the past that there are downsides to using the collets that help dust extractio ...
Re: Thermofoil A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/12) -- They don’t like heat. I don’t do kitchen so I can’t say about dishwasher, I wouldn’t worr ...
CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12) -- Hey guys, We are in a situation where we have been completely swamped beginning ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12) -- Yes, that is a great idea. Removing some of the load from the bottleneck will r ...
Source for glass retainer strip A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/12) -- I'm going to make a replica of a curio cabinet where the glass panels are held in with a ...
Re: Sealed Collets A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/12) -- There must be a hole either through the side of the cone or through the collet. There is air pressu ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12) -- We cut all 1/4" backs and drawer bottoms on the saw. There isn't any time ...
Re: CNC can't keep up A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12) -- Do you have or have room for an auto unload table? ...
black glaze supplier A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/12) -- I need to locate some black glaze. I usually buy from SW but all they have is the Van Dyke Br ...
Re: Waste Management A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/12) -- Rick--I'm one of those people that have just enough information to be dangerous ...
Re: Mixing CV with alcohol based mohawk dye stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/12) -- yes you can, though you might be better advised to use acetone based microton or metallics. A ...
Mixing CV with alcohol based mohawk dye stain A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/12) -- Is there any reason why you can't/shouldn't mix the two? Conversion Varnish and dye in the sa ...
(2064) (a64) inverter alarm A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/12) -- I just have have inverter error on omnitech seelex Pal CNC with fanuc controller ; (2064) (a64) inv ...
Mdf A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/12) -- I would like to make a simple drawer box using thru color mdf called topan Can anyone rec ...
Plot Templates A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/12) -- HI everyone. I've got a HP Designjet 750C Plus Plotter I'm having some problems with. I also use my ...
Re: is porter cable dovetail jig considered pro? A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/12) -- I've used the old Porter Cable Omnijig, Keller, Leigh, and a couple of others. Can't i ...
Re: Extending refectory table A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/12) -- I can't see any way to add 8 feet of leaf to an 8 foot table. I've done plenty of tabl ...
Re: Help Me Design A CNC Unit A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/12/23) -- Yeah each rafter has a diff shape depending on where it sits under the compound curved roof plan ...
Re: MLC vs Lenmar A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/12/22) -- To weigh having a good supplier against having a product that you already know, that's the ...
coping sled A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/12) -- I'm looking to replace our current coping sled w/ a bigger heavier unit. What are you all ...
Re: akron 850 biesse edge bonding machine A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/12) -- Many thanks for reply dear Rob Young dear rob young Now i have connected air pressure with machine ...
Re: New Bander SCM ME-20 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/12) -- Ed, I see the premill on some of the newer machines, but I am a little ignorant of what i ...
Re: Wood Species? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/12) -- Unfortunately I can't get my hands on that door without making a 2 hour trip. Also ...
Re: To buy or not to buy... A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/12) -- It’s like the old saying, “you can’t polish a turd.” Save your money and put it towards a ...
Re: sander issues A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/12) -- Most times it's from the operator going back and forth to fast. Like they do on TV shows. You ...
Re: 30,60,90 crown around a 3/4" bullnose A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (2/12) -- Seems like 30 60 90 would add up. In the field it's 22.5 22.5 and onc ...
Re: Air compressor purchase A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (2/12) -- I found a used Atlas Copco rotary screw and bought that. I want t ...
Re: Cupping table top midway through fininsh A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/12/22) -- What happens to the stained top with a damp rag on it overnight? Can't be good. ...
Re: SAC shaper star-delta starter A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/12) -- I used to work overseas in northern Europe. Most of the stationary machines I ...
Re: Software question A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/12) -- Can you provide a link for knest? ...
Re: Fiber Tear Out A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/12) -- Hi Dan, When you leave the skin on the small parts do you also offset it away from the edge of the ...
Re: Router Accuracy Problem A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/12) -- You have mechanical and you have electrical. I can't imagine if it was electrical it would be in on ...
mahogany veneer not bonding to substrate A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (1/12) -- I have tried 3 different softening and flattening methods, and two different types of glue, ultr ...
Re: white oak A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/11/21) -- I have, of course, had sap wood on WO. Over the years I have also ran across a fair a ...
Re: wb 2k finishes in small shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/11) -- Even though they are waterbased, they still have some pretty dangerous chemicals. Especially ...
Re: How to get rid of so much stuff A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/11) -- If you can't sell it here the next step is an auction, IRS does a good job. After that i ...
Re: Delta Unisaw 36-L31X arbor bearing repair? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/11) -- Actually it is possible to do the replacement without removing the top. There used to be ...
Re: Range Hood Cabinet Duct Access A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/11) -- Can't you knock the face frame off and replace it with a panel? ...
How are you all handling telemarketers? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/11) -- We are a small shop. No receptionist. When I'm not in the office I forward cal ...
Re: has anyone done these before? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/11) -- I've done things like this before, although never with the addition of pressing veneer o ...
Re: pine/spruce stakes A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/11) -- Can you run a test the left with someone else's equipment first? My impression of yo ...
Re: Home Oven Drying 130504 DESICCANT CARTRIDGE A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/11/23) -- I have no idea if this will work with your cartridge or not. I have desiccant that I use ...
Re: Ventless (brand) Spray booths A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/11) -- Run, don’t walk away as quickly as you can. We invested in a 20’ from ventless. Total disast ...
Re: Entry-level CNC for Small (1-2 man) Shop A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/11) -- I amnot a financial expert nor a profit driven cabinetmaker but I recommend that you finance for a ...
Re: Best cleaning gloves around thinner/acetone? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/11) -- I used to be able to get vinyl gloves from the Sherwin Williams residential paint stores and ...
Re: Cabnetware Replacement A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/11) -- Can anyone messagel me about possibly finding a dongle for Cabnetware V-2012 or any other version ...
Thinning Lenmar Plus, conversion varnish A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/11) -- Anyone using this product and thinning it? Can normal lacquer thinner be used, or must it be ...
Re: NW Arkansas Red Cedar stump prices A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (11/11) -- a timber cruiser did a cruise of the property in 2009. Hdw. Pulp, Pine Pulp, Hdwd. S/T, Pine ...
Re: First time wrking with reclaimed fir A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/11) -- Stained wood never looks like aged wood. If it's reclaimed wood, doesn't it have colo ...
Re: Fir coffee table A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (11/11) -- Thanks for your response. This is the fir sample with the chemical solution, whatever ...
Re: Scm k201 edgebander A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11/23) -- I use this same edgebander at work. It's quite beat up but still runs well enough to ...
3/4 overlay pocket doors A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11/23) -- Can anyone here recommend pocket door hardware for full 3/4 overlay cabinetry. In the ...
Which shoe molding use in my kitchen cabinet A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/11/22) -- Hi, I am a newbie. Need suggestions about shoe molding. Which type of sho ...
Re: cutting veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11) -- Not trying to hijack the topic, but the festool 55 I’ve been using can’t cut a 45 degree ...
Splicing ceiling Joists A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/11) -- I need to create an independent ceiling using 2x4" with maximum span of ...
Hinge for Mitered door / end panel A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11) -- Thanks in advance. Frameless cabinets - Rift cut White Oak Horizontal grain - upper cabi ...
Low-tech heated air make up A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/11) -- I’m looking for an inexpensive way to heat incoming air to an insulated 300 square foot shed ...
Re: Keeping a clean shop A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/11) -- Some pointers from my friend Steven Johnson on the Oriental concept of " ...
Re: Lacquer or Latex A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/11/21) -- Chris, If you reread my post we used the Muralo from 2000-2005 roughly. The SW Proclassic ...
Re: Razor Gauge XT, How do you like it? A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/11/21) -- I like mine more than the older Tigerstop it replaced. The interface and presets are p ...
Re: Dowel drill adapter A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/11) -- Vortex had adapters from 10mm to between 2 and 5 mm. They can't be easily found online. I ...
Masterwood Winner 3.2 (YOM 2001) BL1 Error A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/11) -- Hello fellow users, at my place of work I have a Masterwood Winner 3.2 CNC that all of a sudden sta ...
filter bags A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (9/11) -- I am relocating to a new shop and need to build a baghouse for my ...
Ripping 36 Degree Mitre A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/11) -- I'm building an asymmetrical corner cabinet where one of the face frame stiles needs to b ...
3rd Employee A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/11) -- Besides myself I have one full time employee. I've been looking for months and ...
Re: Can a bandsaw replace a table saw? A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/11) -- I've been working on a similar saw for 5 years now and I 'm testing the latest pro ...
Blum Mini Press Starts by itself A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/11) -- Ok not really but when I twist the power-on switch, it starts the motor without me pushin ...
Univer panel saw A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/11) -- Can any one give me any advise on a Univer vertical panel saw? I never heard of it, the g ...
Mozaik A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (9/11) -- Can anyone tell me what this software costs if you use it month to month after the initial 3 month ...
Finishing cracks on veneer A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/11) -- I did a fairly large veneer job a few years ago...looked great thru finish and install. Over a p ...
Shaper spindle A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (8/11/23) -- We have an SCM T155 Nova Shaper with a tilting spindle. While removing the head ...
Honing backs of corrugated shaper knives A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/11/22) -- We have a fellow in our shop who insists on honing the backs of what are e ...
Re: Supplied air respirator A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/11) -- Can you give me the model number of your versaflo? It appears there are several different pac ...
Re: Supplied air respirator A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/11) -- I have an m-200. You'll also need the 3m hose and v-400 connector/belt. Worksafe law where I ...
Re: Definition of an Ellipse? A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/11) -- David Sochar: Einstein also said that things should be as simple as possible ...
Re: Bandsawing letters A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/11) -- Rich, I asked for advice on establishing, contacting potential accounts. Half t ...
adjust base cabinet height for finish floor A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (8/11) -- Can I use 1x3 pine boards around the base perimeter of the cabinet ru ...
Re: Bandsawing letters A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/11) -- CWWoodworking, Can't help myself, I have to ask. Why did you ask for business a ...
Re: Website upgrade A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/11) -- I agree with what Robert said. In addition. I would suggest that you create or ...
Re: Converting my LT15 from gas to Electric A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/11) -- If you can't change the pulleys, I think you need to get a 3600 rpm motor. I don't se ...
Re: Are you seeing a slowdown? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/11) -- I read the news but don't think the average economist is any better @ it that t ...
Sustainability A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (8/11) -- Can you describe your product built from sustainability forest without any certification of th ...
Re: Medex for raised panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/11/22) -- Can you stain a door made with Soft maple surround and Medex inserts? Ie will it be po ...
Re: Architectural panels A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/11) -- I am interested in textured wall panels. and found your post. Can you be more clear, I dont know wh ...
Re: Beam Saw Advices A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/11) -- Depends on what your service offers. If you are single sheet cutting, a router is just as ...
Re: Over Paid Employee? A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/11) -- Bottom line ..... if he's 10 minutes late, does he stay 10 minutes longer after ...
Re: Half circle metal table base A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/11) -- Thanks Thomas I'm actually just looking for a source to get the "C" shaped m ...
Re: cherry darkening A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/11) -- We can't stop oxidation ! ...
Gannomat Dowlers Spectrum 50 A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/11) -- We bought a used Gannomat spectrum 50 built in 2001. I cannot seem to get it operational ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/11) -- I looked at the product data sheet, no mention of a film thickness limitation. Just in case y ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/11) -- Sounds like a disaster to me. I've used green toned dye to kill red, applied directly to the ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/11) -- I've added green dye to kill red after the first coat has been applied. That's the way it's d ...
Re: Can I tint/topcoat a finished floor? A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (6/11) -- It's doable. Stay away from MinWax anything. Use the proper colorants. You should be able to ...
Re: Customer Base A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/11) -- Sales ,Not all cabinetmakers sell the same . educating potential clients empowe ...
Re: Band Blades A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/11) -- I can't comment on the advantages of that blade for SYP but I would certainly check w ...
Re: Drying slab locust from a stump A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/11) -- I am not familiar with log sealer. Can I just use latex paint, or is there something ...
Re: glue line creeping A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/11) -- Thanks Jeff, i have heard about the moisture content issue so i have been leaving panels clam ...
FSV + Pinch roll veneer process? A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (6/11) -- I have a job that requires veneering (wood- 10mil paper back) panels, have picked up a pinch rol ...
Re: glue line creeping A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/11) -- Using any type of water based glue you need to give the joint ample time to be able to rid th ...
glue line creeping A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (6/11) -- I really need help...we are seeing glue line creeping in some of our dining room table tops. ...
Re: Type II pva and Western red cedar A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (5/11) -- Obviously, you have it right for gluing for width and joinery. If you have not un into any co ...
Re: Spraying sealer from 55 gal drums A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/11) -- here is my take, as far as agitation he is most likely concerned that most people peg out the ...
Re: Moulder investment A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/11) -- Agreed on already posted suggestions: * Get a Weinig. Period. * Don't skimp o ...
Re: Agualente Plus primer A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/11) -- Do the craters start out as bubbles? Or does the finish lay out and the craters slowly form? ...
Accounting A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/11) -- Hello Accountants, In using Quick books for invoicing customers, we currently i ...
Re: Williams and hussey question A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/11) -- Mike I'm not in the shop so I can't look there's also a spring system that will let you m ...
Re: Ramp speeds and feeds A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/11) -- Any length ramp and angle is better than none. I have auto lead let to radius of the tool x8 if the ...
Re: keaser compessor need your advise to buy A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/11) -- Hasting ..Can you tell me why it has to come to temperature before operation ...
Re: Very Large Awning Window A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/11) -- Top hinges are going to subject the sash to center sag. That is the weight of ...
Re: The SCM saga continues part 2 A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/11) -- Jeff, You get the cnc going yet? Your first post was a couple months ago, that is unbelievable that ...
Re: Powered Respirators A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/11) -- I can't remember the brand I tried decades ago. It had a cartridge filter and ...
Re: Pre-glued Dowels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/11) -- We only used "regular" glue so I can't say. ...
Re: Textured Melamine Panels A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/11) -- Can you get the just the Veneer? ...
Yelp,Be Aware A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/11) -- I have been a paid subscriber to Yelp since '09. It's been a love-hate thing be ...
Door parts cut list A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/11) -- I have learned a lot from this forum over the last few years. Here is something some peop ...
Re: Micro bubbles/pinholes - Kremlin System A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/11) -- I could never get Resistant to work nice. Always had the bubble problem. Then they came out w ...
Re: Please Identify This Drawer Hardware A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/11) -- Thanks. That would explain why I can't find the part by the part number. ...
Re: Blind corner pull outs A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/11) -- I can't understand why lazy susans are so popular. I place a 17" ...
Re: Painted exterior wooden treads A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/11/22) -- Can you use composite decking? ...
Re: Stumped on math. A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/11) -- I can’t believe I’m replying to this one but... 88 13/16 divided by 5 1/2”(wh ...
replacing shaper nut with unusual thread pitch A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/11) -- i recently purchased an old 1-1/4" bore powermatic shaper. i bought it w ...
Re: Mozaik software A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/11) -- The slowest response software. You will not get the answers you looking for. Lady by name Kelly wil ...
Re: New scm nesting machine A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/11) -- Scott there’s always 2 sides of a story, what are you not telling us. As for biesse good luck with ...