Q & A

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  Molding Head for Table Saw

  Where can I find a molding head for a table saw? I want to make bead board.

  by Reader Submitted • Jul 8, 2008 • Q & A
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  Easier Ways to Turn Multiples

  Are there ways of using patterns or techniques for turning multiples, like chessmen, that eliminate repeatedly stopping the lathe to take measurements?

  by Reader Submitted • Jul 8, 2008 • Q & A
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  Sanding: Removing Scratches from Previous Grits

  I cannot seem to remove the sanding scratches on the lathe as I switch to progressively finer grit paper. Any suggestions on making that glass-smooth surface?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 17, 2008 • Q & A
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  Learning to Read a Caliper

  Where do I find instructions to read a caliper?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 17, 2008 • Q & A
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  Can You Paint Ceramic Tiles?

  Is there a way to paint ceramic kitchen floor tiles rather than replace them?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 17, 2008 • Q & A
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  Calculating Rail, Panel, Stile Sizes for Different Doors

  Has anyone come up with a way to calculate panel, stile and rail sizes easily for various sized doors?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 17, 2008 • Q & A
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  Staining Mixed Woods

  I built a coffee table of mixed woods, including quartered red oak. How can I stain just the oak to bring out the rays without the stain bleeding into the adjacent woods?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 3, 2008 • Q & A
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  Laying Out Bench Dog Holes

  How do you go about choosing the location, layout pattern, and number of bench dog holes to cut when building a workbench?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 3, 2008 • Q & A
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  Function of L Vises on European Benches

  Is there some special function for the “L”-shaped vises sometimes seen on European style benches? Andy Rae: Known as a tail…

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 3, 2008 • Q & A
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  Bit Sizes vs. Plywood Sizes

  The plywood I purchased for one job came in three different sizes. Is this unusual, and what’s the solution?

  by Reader Submitted • Jun 3, 2008 • Q & A