Issue 541
Issue 541
Hot-lanta, Here I Come!
Today, I fly to Atlanta, Georgia, to attend the International Woodworking Fair, a biannual conglomeration of everything woodworking. And, while I have been doing this for 20 years, I confess that I still get pretty excited when the trade show kicks off. Not only do I get to check out new and interesting woodworking products, but I get to hang out with other woodworkers. And that is a pleasure for me.
Talking to woodworkers about their projects is always interesting. Also, listening in to conversations of people as they consider buying new tools gives me deeper insights into what woodworkers are looking for.
And then there is reconnecting with folks from the industry who have been at the shows for 20 years as well. For some reason, they look really old to me.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Industry Interviews
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Reimagining Craftsman
Jeff Doehne, GM of Craftsman, brings us up to speed on the brand’s goal of launching 1,200 new products in Lowe’s and Ace outlets and on Amazon during 2019.
Q & A
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Best Protective Birdhouse Finish?
How do I keep a painted birdhouse’s colors from fading in the sun if I leave it out year-round? Is there a best paint to use?
Tricks of the Trade
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Making a Flush-trimming Router Jig
This reader demonstrates how he created a small base for his palm router to give it a larger footprint for use on bigger jobs.
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A Reminder about Unplugging Safety
Safety first! This reader’s tip will help you remember that every time it’s time to shut down your tools for the day with a handy, easy to see reminder.
What's In Store
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DeWALT 20V MAX* Inflator
Cordless air inflator delivers high pressure or high volume inflation with digitial control for pre-setting the pressure you need.
Feedback
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Sharing the Scroll Saw Love
We got an overwhelming response to Rob’s question “Do You Scroll Saw?” Short answer: yes — for a variety of reasons.
