Q & A

Carpenter’s Glue or Epoxy … Which One is Better?

Am I right or wrong to be using two-part epoxy vs. carpenter’s glue?

by Reader Submitted • Oct 18, 2011 • Q & A
Which Wax Works for What?

What can you tell us about waxes, whether there are reasons to use different ones for different purposes, and when and why?

by Reader Submitted • Oct 4, 2011 • Q & A
What Hand Plane Should I Buy First?

Which one should I buy and what brand do you recommend?

by Reader Submitted • Oct 4, 2011 • Q & A
Are Glue Smears Really a Problem for Finishing?

It seems to me that the glue is already in the wood pores, and that will affect how the raw wood takes a stain.

by Reader Submitted • Oct 4, 2011 • Q & A
Sharpening Mortising Chisels?

Is it advisable to hollow grind the face of the chisels before sharpening, or should they be left flat as they came from the factory?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 20, 2011 • Q & A
Liner Ideas for Custom Coolers?

I’m looking for ideas on where to get or how to make cooler linings for my outdoor custom coolers. Any ideas?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 20, 2011 • Q & A
How to Refinish School Doors?

My principal wants all the wood classroom doors refinished in the schools — about 35 doors. Please help.

by Reader Submitted • Sep 20, 2011 • Q & A
What is the Ideal Benchtop Finish?

What is your best recommendation for a finish (if any) to apply to the butcher-block work surface?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 6, 2011 • Q & A
How Much Weight to Apply to Stickered Lumber?

Does the thickness affect the amount of weight needed?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 6, 2011 • Q & A
Anchoring a Newel Post?

What is the best way to anchor the new newel post?

by Reader Submitted • Sep 6, 2011 • Q & A