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Rockwell 28-200 setup
I'm fixing up this bandsaw that someone literally put to curb as junk. All it needed was light surface rust removal and ALL new roller bearings (including the motor's), tires and blade guard. It's a...
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Ripping Maple Problem with Burning
Yeah, I know that there is a lot out there on this, but I just have to ask about my specific issue. I'm trying to rip maple for face frames. Delta Unisaw, Woodworker II blade. And it's burning the...
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Hollows and Rounds
Looking to purchase a half set (even a full set) of Hollows and Rounds in the Ottawa, Ontario area. There are some on the Web from antique tools store (outside Canada) and new ones from wooden hand...
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Attaching a Top to a Desk
I'm rebuilding a small old desk/table that was given to us. A short refinishing job turned out to be a full dismantle, plane to bare wood and rebuild from component parts. Four legs, 2 sides and a...
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undersized miter slots
I need accessories for a Craftsman table saw with a miterslot of 3/8x5/8 thanks, Mick
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Metal Web News - Your Invitation to Visit
You are invited to visit the Metal Web News Web Page at: is a source of how to do metalworking information for all types of metalworking interests including machining, metal fabrication, welding,...
 
Exterior T&G and Relative Humidity
Hello, I'm installing a T&G beadboard porch ceiling made from poplar 1x4s, priming both faces and painting the exterior face only (using acrylic latex). I'm wondering whether I can install the boards...
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sealing tile
One of the first projects I did was a table for the little kids with tile set in the top. I used the normal tile mastic to attach it to some plywood, then used normal tile grout. Years later, it looks...
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TOp coat for desktop?
Its red oak 3/4 ply, with 1/8 oak as the desk top surface. Im going to stain and put a on several coats of semigloss clear. What would be the best clear coat to use for durability? It wouldnt...
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Aquarium Stand/Bookcase Help
Hello. I plan to make a stand for a 40 gallon aquarium. It will be holding a bearded dragon, so it won't have to hold the weight of the water. The stand will be approx 36x18x30h and be made from 3/4"...
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Feather Board
I need to make a 27" long feather board for use with my planner/molder and was wondering if someone could tell what wood is the best? Do I need to cut into the grain length or can I cut across it?
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Stopped flute - Neander way
Hi there! I'm working on a project in which I have 4 small square "legs", about 3 x 3, only 10 inches long. It's soft wood. I would like to do 2 stopped flutes on each side of the four legs. It's like...
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semi-OT: getting grease stains out of cabnetry?
Hello wood experts... I've got a friend who knows I do a bit of ww'ing and he asked me something I didn't have the answer to. He's got cherry cabinets in his kitchen, and apparently a couple of them...
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Free Milwaukee Sawzall Blade
Ice Edge Blade https://www.milwaukeetool.com/us/en/sweepstakes.nsf/frmFreeBlade?OpenFormFree
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Woodworking Shop in Basement
I have a little shop in my basement, and it works, especially since it's my only option right now. What are your alternatives? Pros: Easy access from the house - don't have to go outside. Doesn't get...
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