Q & A

How should I Prep a Carpeted Floor for Built-in Bookcases?

Can I install built-in bookcases over a carpeted floor?

by Chris Marshall • Aug 25, 2015 • Q & A
Why is My Band Saw Blade Slipping?

My band saw blade slips when the saw is cutting. What can I do to remedy the problem?

by Chris Marshall • Aug 18, 2015 • Q & A
Best Way to Make Wooden Puzzles from Pictures?

I want to preserve my granddaughter’s colored pictures as puzzles. How should I make them?

by Chris Marshall • Aug 11, 2015 • Q & A
How Do I Fix Sticking Blast Gates?

My dust collection system suffers from blast gates that stick. How do I improve them?

by Chris Marshall • Aug 4, 2015 • Q & A
Big Panel Joint: Should I Use Dowels or Biscuits?

I need to glue up two big cedar planks and want to reinforce the joint with dowels or biscuits. Which option is better?

by Reader Submitted • Jul 20, 2015 • Q & A
I Need a New Small Footprint Table Saw. Recommendations?

My old small-footprint table saw needs to be replaced. What new model would suit my needs?

by Chris Marshall • Jul 17, 2015 • Q & A
What’s the Best Glue to Use for a Cutting Board?

What’s the best glue choice for a butcher-block cutting board?

by Reader Submitted • Jul 13, 2015 • Q & A
Do I Have to Use an HVLP in Order to Spray Finish?

Is my spray gun and compressor suitable for wood finishes, or do I need an HVLP sprayer instead?

by Chris Marshall • Jul 3, 2015 • Q & A
What’s the Best Way to Add Lettering to a Project?

I want to add lettering to my projects, but my hand-painted efforts look so unprofessional. Any suggestions?

by Chris Marshall • Jun 26, 2015 • Q & A
Is My Oily Mesquite Ruined?

I’ve spilled citronella oil on some mesquite. How can I fix it so I can finish it properly?

by Chris Marshall • Jun 23, 2015 • Q & A