Q & A
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Getting Rid of Biting Spiders?
My woodshop is infested with spiders that are biting both my dog and me. What’s the best way to remedy this extremely itchy situation?
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Keeping the Bark On?
How can I prevent the bark from falling off thin slabs of tree trunks for my scrolling project? Is there a chemical I can add to them?
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Ripping a 50-degree Bevel Angle?
How do I cut a bevel angle greater than 45 degrees on my band saw to achieve the 100-degree angle I need for the roof on my church replica?
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Can a Battery Charger be Repaired?
The battery and charger for my trusty RYOBI cordless drill no longer work. I’ve had the battery rebuilt, but can the original charger also be repaired?
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Poly Over Paint a Good Idea?
Is semi-gloss enamel paint tough enough for regular wipe-downs, or do I need to overcoat the paint with an even more protective finish like polyurethane?
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Heat-resistant Clear Finish?
My shellac and poly finish bubbled up under a hot laptop computer. What’s a better choice of finish to prevent this from happening again?
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Fixing Cracked Screw Holes?
The screws on the table locks of an old walnut drop leaf table have cracked the wood. How can I glue the hinge hardware in place to fix the damage?
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Why Different Flush-trim Bit Diameters?
I’m planning to buy a flush-trim router bit, but I don’t know why they are offered in different diameters if they all basically do the same thing.
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Same Finish Inside and Outside?
Can I apply a different finish (shellac) to the inside of some drawers than what I’m planning to use on the outside of the case (polyurethane)?
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Can Infected Pine Trees Be Harvested?
Can the millions of pine beetle-infected trees in Western U.S. forests be harvested and put to good use? If so, what can the wood be used for?
