Issue 121

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Counter Act

A belt sander will be your best friend when fitting factory-made laminate countertops to wavy walls.

The Magazine

Updating the Kitchen Pantry
By using both manufactured and shop-built parts, these versatile cabinets can be made quickly and efficiently.
How to Install a Toilet
Reinforce the floor and use the right components for years of trouble-free service.
Making the Most of a Laundry Room
A laundry chute, a custom-built towel drawer and a fold-down ironing board ease the tedium of wash day.
Installing Handrails Made From Stock Parts
A full-scale drawing and some shop-built jigs can ease the assembly of expensive stair parts.
Building a Circular Porch
A curving plywood beam and laminated trim solve some of the problems associated with working in the round.
Has Latex Won the Paint Wars?
More durable and versatile than ever, water-based exterior house paints are pushing oil to the brink of extinction.

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Issue 121

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Counter Act

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