Woodworking Skills
Project Design
-
Working with Loose Tenons: Router Table
A.J. Hamler rounds out the discussion of mortise cutting by making them quickly and easily at a router table.
Milling
-
Hickory: Growing in Popularity
While hickory has earned a reputation for being hard to work with, modern tools and cutters have made it a new favorite.
Cutting
-
Making Tenon Stock
Once you’ve cut your mortises, you need to join them together, while there are many pre-cut options, A.J. Hamler explains options for making your own.
Drilling
-
VIDEO: Making a Modular Shoe Rack
Rob Johnstone demonstrates how to use Forstner bits to drill holes to create a handy three-tiered modular shoe rack.
Shaping
-
Edge V-Groove Bits
Form solid-wood edging for plywood that’s tougher than veneer tape and as subtle or bold as you wish.
Clamping
-
Veneering with a Vacuum Pump
A vacuum pump and veneer bag is a fully portable system that can be used anywhere. Here, learn some simple veneering techniques.
Finishing
-
General Finishes Dead Flat
General Finishes’ water-based polyurethane topcoat adds protection to bare or painted wood without imparting color or altering sheen.
Installing Hardware
-
Installing European Hinges
These rugged, easy-to-use hinges are ideal for most shop-built cabinet projects.
Gluing
-
VIDEO: Choose the Best Glue for Your Woodworking Project
Which glue would be best for a particular application? Here are some popular options.
