Issue 27

On the Cover

Routers

Knowing the basic bits and how to guide the router will help you get the most from this versatile tool on site and in the shop.

The Magazine

Dummy Rafter Tails
A useful technique for old-house remodelers and those who build alone.
Making Wooden Light Fixtures
With nice ones so hard to find, creating your own makes sense.
The Structural Stone Wall
Save your mortar for pointing, bed your stones in concrete, and remember there's no substitute for gravity.

More? View Past Issues

Readers Tips

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Fine Homebuilding

Follow

Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox

Membership & Magazine

Fine Homebuilding receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.

This is a dialog window which overlays the main content of the page. The modal window is a 'site map' of the most critical areas of the site. Pressing the Escape (ESC) button will close the modal and bring you back to where you were on the page.

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Get complete site access to expert advice, how-to videos, Code Check, and more, plus the print magazine.