Reader Submitted

Are Wood Preservatives Safe for Children?

Michael Dresdner responds to the recent worries about the safety of wood treatments.

by Reader Submitted • Aug 14, 2001 • Q & A
Using a Strobe Light with a Lathe?

A turner wonders if anybody else uses a strobe light to help them sync up their lathe turning.

by Reader Submitted • Aug 11, 2001 • Q & A
What to Call Chest of Drawers with a Concave Front?

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone are at a bit of a loss about how to name this woodworker’s unique chest design.

by Reader Submitted • Jul 17, 2001 • Q & A
Proper Way to Use Chisels?

Michael Dresdner and Rob Johnstone offer tips on incorporating chisels into your woodworking.

by Reader Submitted • Jul 17, 2001 • Q & A
How to Finish a Humidor?

What’s the best finish to protect both your humidor and your cigars?

by Reader Submitted • Jul 17, 2001 • Q & A
Finishing Bamboo?

What kind of finish, if any, won’t ruin the look of bamboo.

by Reader Submitted • Jul 17, 2001 • Q & A
How Flat Should Tools Be?

How flat should the table be on your shop’s tools?

by Reader Submitted • Jun 26, 2001 • Q & A
Do Walnut Trees Dissolve Nails?

A woodworker wonders whether walnut trees can make nails disappear?

by Reader Submitted • Jun 26, 2001 • Q & A
Calculating Angles for Stairway Paneling?

A DIYer turns to Ellis Wallentine to help him figure out the math of cutting panels for stairs.

by Reader Submitted • Jun 26, 2001 • Q & A
Any Danger from Cedar Fumes

Does cedar wood dust have any harmful effects?

by Reader Submitted • Jun 26, 2001 • Q & A