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Painting bath and kitchen in a log building
Hello, all What kind of paint should you recommend for the kitchen and bathroom in a log building: vapor-perme- able or not? I am sorry if this is the wrong group, but I couldn't find a one more...
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What is it? (Amateur version POST02)
Hi, I have about 20 tools and will be posting pictures of them. Let me make it clear that I'm no Rob. I do not know what many of these tools are or exactl y how they are used, so I may not provide...
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Wood Movement Calculator
Old time poster and current lurker. I've noticed some recent chatter here on wood movement and thought I'd take the opportunity to offer the following link to those that might be interested. It uses...
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Router tenon jig
As I've mentioned here, my next project may involve mortises and tenons, a technique I have no experience with. I don't have a table saw, so I figure to cut the tenons with a router. I knocked...
 
How teaching math has changed through the decades
1. Teaching Math In 1950s A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit? 2. Teaching Math In 1970s A logger sells a truckload of lumber...
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File sharpening..
Sure is quiet in here right now. Ever bitch about your favorite file getting hopelessly plugged up with something? This happened to my favorite six inch fine tooth file. Usually I have good luck using...
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RE: Another Application of Double Backed Tape
With all the recent posts about double backed tape and router templates, here is another application courtesy of The WoodSmithShop. Lew http://woodsmithtips.com/l/12274-190054
 
Wood movement ... again
Refer to the drawings below I'm wondering if the parts of the legs that protrude through the tabletop will eventually split the miter joints in the top. If yes, what can I do about it? Make the hole a...
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eWoodShop - Kitchen 2 Refresh 2015
Kitchen #2 for 2015 bites the dust, in Before and After order. This one was problematic/nip and tuck due to budget restraints, but turned out much better in the end than I had expected about half way...
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Woodworkers Showcase and Totally Turning, Saratoga Spring, NY
Reminder, these events occur this weekend! Totally Turning - A premier woodturning symposium featuring the fine craftsmanship of world famous professional and regional woodturners. About Showcase –...
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Re: Lexus Drag Race..
Talking about airborne cars, check this liveleak video of a nice one! Here's the link to it: Liveleak.com - F1 car back flip
 
Dumb router refresher question
I'm using a v-bit to cut around my template. Clockwise, correct? This is one of those things I learned years ago but I must have a cobweb stuck in that corner of my memory. Larry
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How to affix a template
I need to rout a pattern on some 3/4 plywood. I've cut a 3/4 ply template on my BS and need to affix it the part that's being routed. I'm thinking a bout a couple of dabs of CA glue. That ought to...
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Stair tread and risers
I plan to remove the last remaining carpet in my home from my stairs and will be installing treads and risers over the existing stairs, assuming they are standard unfinished construction stairs. I'm...
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WAY O.T. Horse racing payouts
You've dealt with stranger questions. Assuming 3 or more horses. The winning horse has win, place, and show (separate) bets The Place horse has place and show (separate) bets The show horse has...
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