Q & A
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Stop Block Kickback
I know on a table saw, the stop block should end before the wood engages the blade to eliminate kickback, but how does this affect saws where the blade moves and the wood stays stationary-radial arm saw, miter saw and sliding miter saw?
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Wood Movement from Virginia to Wisconsin
Are there any authoritative references to resolving problems related to expansion and contraction of wood in projects when moving to colder and drier climates?
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A Piercing Question
Looking for a finish that’s skin-friendly and not going to cause someone to have a rash or break out in hives. I was using jojoba oil but that didn’t really seal all that well.
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Emphasis on the Perpendicular
When I go to nail or screw perpendicular pieces together the back piece always moves slightly so they are no longer flush on the outside edges.
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His Next Step Hinges on Our Answer
The sides are splayed, wide at the bottom, narrow at the top. The door is 30″ high. I want to hinge it on the splay side. Can it be done?
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A Burning Question
The fence got knocked off my workbench one day, and I suspect that may be the source of burning. If I replace it with an aftermarket fence, what’s the best for the money?
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Air-Pressure Tools for Woodworking
I have found air tools have a big advantage over electric. I’m new to woodworking and wonder, which, if any, air tools are available and adaptable for working with wood?
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Evening Out The Dentil Work
I have seen a couple of methods of making dental molding, but how do I determine the size of the dentill molding so the proportions look correct and come out even on the ends?
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Plastic Tube Time Bombs
Should all the woodworkers out there with PVC systems put more effort into grounding them? A recent article showed a shop-built downdraft table hooked up to a plastic dust hose, is this a time-saver or time bomb?
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Saw Tune-up Tips
Previously, Rob Johnstone said that the saw needed a tune-up but did not give any links as where to go to find out about it.
