Q & A

How to Get Accurate Angles on a Miter Saw?

A reader is having trouble making sure his miter saw is cutting perfect 45 degree angles.

by Reader Submitted • Jan 15, 2002 • Q & A
The Meaning of Screw Numbers?

What the heck to the numbers for screws mean?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 31, 2001 • Q & A
How to Dispose of Sawdust?

Besides dumping it into his yard, what can this woodworker do with his mountain of sawdust?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 31, 2001 • Q & A
How to Prevent Rust in a Humid Shop?

All the humidity in this woodworker’s shop is causing the metal in his shop to rust, so Michael Dresdner offers some helpful advice.

by Reader Submitted • Dec 31, 2001 • Q & A
One Plane for Every Job?

Is there a single plane that you can use for most jobs?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 31, 2001 • Q & A
How to Ammonia Fume Wood?

Michael Dresdner explains the process and practice of fuming wood.

by Reader Submitted • Dec 31, 2001 • Q & A
Veneering a Door with Oak?

What’s a good way to add a simple oak veneer over a door?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 4, 2001 • Q & A
Working with Myrtle?

A reader wants to know if this type of wood is any good for woodworking?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 4, 2001 • Q & A
What is a Multi-Plane?

A woodworker on one of the forums discovers a Record Multi-plane and falls in love. What is it and how do you use it?

by Reader Submitted • Dec 4, 2001 • Q & A
What Are Joint Sinks?

A reader wonders (and worries) about the nature of joint sinks.

by Reader Submitted • Dec 4, 2001 • Q & A