Page 6 - Cutting and Shaping Wood

  1. How Do You Make Perfect Templates?

    How Do You Make Perfect Templates?

    Is there an easy way to make templates?
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  2. Making Picture Frames with a Compact Router?

    Making Picture Frames with a Compact Router?

    Is a compact router a good choice for cutting picture frame joints?
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  3. Choosing the Best Router Circle Cutting Jig

    Choosing the Best Router Circle Cutting Jig

    The easiest and most accurate way to cut a circle might be by using a router and a circle cutting jig. The jig acts as a compass mounted on your router. You secure the center and then position the router so that the bit is located at the radius of the circle you want to cut. You can make a simple version out of plywood, but if you want the versatility to easily cut different size circles, then we recommend one of the Rockler circle cutting jigs. We make 5 jig kit options that look pretty similar, so which one do you choose?
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  4. How to Improve Parts Cutting

    How to Improve Parts Cutting

    How can you improve your part cutting with a jigsaw?
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  5. Why is My  Band Saw Stalling When I Resaw?

    Why is My Band Saw Stalling When I Resaw?

    Why is my band saw motor dying when I'm trying to resaw?
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  6. Why Not Pull Through a Sliding Miter Saw Cut?

    Why Not Pull Through a Sliding Miter Saw Cut?

    Is there a reason why people push a cut through a miter saw instead of pulling it?
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  7. Best Way to Cut Half Laps?

    Best Way to Cut Half Laps?

    What is the suggested method for cutting and joining half laps?
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  8. Best Way to Cut a Tearout-free Shelf Radius?

    Best Way to Cut a Tearout-free Shelf Radius?

    What is the best way to avoid end grain tearing on shelving?
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  9. Patch or Replace a Centerboard?

    Patch or Replace a Centerboard?

    Can you patch a damaged sailboat centerboard or should it be replaced?
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  10. How to Cut Through Dovetails with the Leigh D4R Pro Router Jig

    How to Cut Through Dovetails with the Leigh D4R Pro Router Jig

    In this Rockler demo video you'll learn how to cut through dovetail joints using the Leigh D4R Pro 24" Dovetail Jig. Dovetail joints are one of the hallmarks of fine woodowrking craftsmanship. This jig makes cutting both key and mortise fast and foolproof. The Starter Kit includes a unique, two-piece bushing. Install the sleeve to rout the mortise, then remove it to rout the bow tie key. Since the same template is used for both, you're guaranteed a perfect fit.
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  11. Cutting Exotic Hardwoods?

    Cutting Exotic Hardwoods?

    What blades will cut extremely hard exotic hardwoods?
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