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June 30, 2020

Scrapers: A Simple Tool with Many Uses

Scrapers come in a variety of forms and have a variety of uses. Part of the author's collection is shown here: it includes, from left to right, a scraper for scraping interiors of hollow forms through a small opening; a large dome scraper; a straight or "boat-tailed" scraper; a diamond or "V" scraper; a form scraper for the interior of boxes; and one of a set of form scrapers for making captive rings.

Categories: Woodturning

June 29, 2020

How to Make Two Turnings Look Alike

In many woodturning projects, creating multiple versions of the same turning is essential. Our expert shows you how to better make duplicate turnings.

How to Repair Wood Dings, Dents, Flaws and Knots

Categories: Sanding and Finishing Projects

June 28, 2020

How to Repair Wood Dings, Dents, Flaws and Knots

How to get rid of these small problems, before they become big ones.

Categories: Sanding and Finishing Projects

June 26, 2020

Applying Finishes to Softwoods

Splotching and grain reversal are the two big problems that arise when traditional oil-based stains are applied to softwoods. When done properly, softwoods can be stained evenly and beautifully.

Categories: Workshop Setup & Tool Maintenance

June 25, 2020

Maintaining a Band Saw

How to set your band saw blade tension, blade tracking, and guide blocks.

Jigs for Making Straight Cuts with a Circular Saw

Categories: Jigs, Tips and Tricks

June 23, 2020

Jigs for Making Straight Cuts with a Circular Saw

Every shop should have a circular saw. A couple of simple jigs will keep it cutting straight and true.

Categories: Video Demo's

June 19, 2020

Easy Dust Collection Upgrades

Check out these quick and easy updates you can make to improve your woodworking dust collection system. Whether you use a large ducted system or you only use a shop vac, you'll find something in this demo that will improve the dust collection in your woodworking shop.