Q & A

Set Vertical and Horizontal Depth of Lock Miter Bits?

Rob Johnstone helps a reader set up his router table.

by Reader Submitted • Apr 10, 2001 • Q & A
Gluing Plywood Drawer Bottoms?

Can you just glue plywood drawer bottoms on and keep them secure?

by Reader Submitted • Apr 10, 2001 • Q & A
Getting a Good Cut with Large Diameter Router Bits?

Some tips for controlling cuts when you’re running a larger router bit.

by Reader Submitted • Apr 10, 2001 • Q & A
English vs. French Dovetails?

What is the difference between English and French styled dovetails?

by Reader Submitted • Apr 10, 2001 • Q & A
Staining Over Glue

A reader wonders about the problem of stain sinking into areas with glue.

by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2001 • Q & A
Sharpening a Curved Blade?

Michael Dresdner answers a question about sharpening a curved blade on a scraper.

by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2001 • Q & A
Is This a Bad Table Saw Motor?

Does a hot cord and hot motor indicate bad equipment?

by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2001 • Q & A
Cleaning up Router Burns on Wood?

What’s the best way to get rid of router burn marks?

by Reader Submitted • Mar 27, 2001 • Q & A
DesignCAD: A Power Tool with Plenty of Horsepower

The program I sent my friend was called DesignCAD from Upperspace Technology and he wanted to try out a drawing program on his next project because, as he explained it, he was having some accuracy problems with his woodworking projects.

by Journal Staff • Mar 13, 2001 • Q & A
What Are Important Band Saw Characteristics?

What should a first-time band saw purchaser look for in their machine?

by Reader Submitted • Mar 13, 2001 • Q & A