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Mill Arched Trim with a Homemade Compass
Gary Striegler demonstrates his simple router jig for cutting arched trim, essentially a simple compass made from scratch.
Must-Have Router Jigs: Cut Clean, Straight Dadoes With this Simple Guide
I’m Gary Striegler and this is one of my favorite routing jigs. It’s used to make dadoes, for instance like on this small shelving unit that I’m getting ready to…
Make an Inset Frieze or Panel Pattern with a Shop-Built Template
Builder Gary Striegler explains how he devised this router jig to create a panel pattern on a mantel.
Duct Tape Keeps Miters Together
Line up the mitered corners of the trim in out-of-square corners
6 Reasons Every Carpenter Should Own a Block Plane
Finish carpenter Kit Camp describes several pros of having a block plane in your tool belt, plus offers tips on choosing and maintaining one.
How to Install Vinyl Corner Bead
A favorite of many pros, vinyl bead attaches quickly with spray adhesive.
Timber Frame With Basic Tools
See how craftsmen create this true timber-frame look without relying completely on timber-frame joinery.
A Better Joint for Beaded Casings
Jack miters are part butt joint and part miter, and they can be cut by hand or production-style with a router and shop-made jig.
Two Ways to Cut Jack Miters
Part miter, part butt joint, this hybrid joint for beaded casing is elegant and stable.
Luxurious Wood Paneling in a Dining Room
Artistic wood design makes for a quiet contemplative space.

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