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Router Control
Using site-built jigs, bearing-guided bits and a router table to make precise cuts in wood.
Round tenons on the table saw
The article Table-Saw Tools reminded me of a technique I discovered for my sliding table. A quick way to make round tenons on square baluster stock is to clamp the sliding…
Jigsaw Blade Guard
Being an urban carpenter, I carry a lot of tools up and down stairs. I leave their cases in the truck because they weigh a lot, and pack the tools up…
Clean sanding belts
Sanding the varnish off an old piece of furniture clogs a coarse-grit sanding belt in a hurry. In this situation I use two belts. While I work with one, the…
Table-Saw Tools
Simple jigs that turn a table saw into a safe and precise crosscutting tool.
Sawhorse Anchors
When I have to rip long pieces of 2x framing lumber with a circular saw, I use a pair of 3/4-in. plywood blocks to help me secure the work. The…
Reciprocating-Saw Blade Guide
A rolling bandsaw is a good way to cut curves in heavy timbers, but if the timber is already part of the house, you've got to take the saw to the…
Recycling window shades
Every time I buy an old house or work on one, it seems that a big pile of old window shades gets canned. Don't throw those shades away! I just…
Sander safety warning
I often use a belt sander to grind chisels and other pieces of metal. After grinding the bevel on one of my chisels recently, I resumed my work and noticed…
Removing drywall with a reciprocating saw
If you've ever had to slug it out with a wall to remove drywall for a remodeling project, you can appreciate how tedious it is. Faced with this problem on…

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