woodworking tricks
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Toggle Clamping Aid Makes Helpful Third Hand
A simple toggle clamp setup on his workbench helps give this reader an extra set of hands for keeping things held down and steady.
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Stationary Tool Plug Storage is a Snap
Keep your electrical cords out of the way from underfoot, but still ready at hand around your tools with this helpful reader tip.
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How to Apply Wood Veneer
Learn how to attach wood veneer to a plywood substrate. Rob Johnstone explains the process in this woodworking video.
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Adding Extra Table Saw Storage
Tired of trying to find his oft-used accessories for his table saw, this reader added a handy hidden storage space to his rip fence rails.
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VIDEO: Simple Layout Trick
Use this simple trick to layout a work piece that features multiple angles. No need for rulers, squares or math of any kind.
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Label Your Lumber Before Shelving It
Ever have trouble identifying unfamiliar wood species by sight? This reader did, until he came up with a simple and elegant solution.
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Set Gaps for Band Saw Guides with Tape
Ever use a dollar bill to check the gap between a band saw blade and the side guides? This reader has a tip that makes thing a little money.
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How to Make a PVC Wing-nut Wrench
If loosening pesky tight wing-nuts on your scroll saw has you down, this reader tip offers a quick (and cheap) solution.
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VIDEO: How to Enlarge Gridded Drawings
Don’t want to blow up a smaller drawing to full-size? Chris Marshall shows you how to plot out a gridded template onto a large piece.
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Cutting Different Materials with Your Scroll Saw
Challenge your creativity while expanding your skills.
