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    Sprayer Problems - Black Specks In Finish
    04/04/2015

    Mounting A Glass Tabletop On Wood
    02/11/2013

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    Kiln Construction - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
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    Lumber Buying - the Wood Doctor collection of articles at WOODWEB

    How To Reduce Dust Collector Noise
    01/06/2013

    CNC Bit Questions?
    11/02/2014

    WoodWOP Wine Rack
    08/06/2014

    Specific Gravity of Dawn Redwood
    We're talking about a particular tree species here, but the comments on determining specific gravity apply to any wood sample. April 27, 2007

    Edge Banding Glue Softened At High Temperature
    08/21/2012

    Sourcing Closet Drawers
    04/30/2015

    Wood Flooring Yield and Waste Factor
    How much rough lumber should I order for milling into a given quantity of tongue and groove wood flooring? June 8, 2011

    Learning To Color Match
    12/09/2014

    Three Phase Current, Demand Charges, and Phase Converters
    Shedding some light on ways to minimize power company "demand charges," with an in-depth look at the way phase converters function. December 3, 2010

    Spraygun Cleaning and Shellac
    Advice on maintaining the equipment you use for spraying shellac, and on how to clean equipment when switching between coating types with a single spraygun system. December 1, 2009

    Troubleshooting Cut Quality on Door Profiles
    A cabinetmaker's knives are wearing out too quickly. The discussion leads into various aspects of door profile machining. September 17, 2008

    Value-Added Processing -- for the Sawmill
    How to make sawing, drying and other processing operations profitable. March 22, 2001

    Setting Up a 32mm Stop System
    Tips on the "Sticks" 32mm stop system from Metricks, and general advice on getting started with 32mm Euro cabinetry methods. August 31, 2009

    Sawing Techniques for Cherry
    Pros explain how to go about getting the best lumber from some nice cherry logs. July 28, 2006

    Widebelt Sander Adjustment and Scratch Patterns
    A close look at widebelt sander head adjustment and its effect on the quality of the results. April 29, 2010

    Stile and Panel Material Size Optimizing in a Production Door Shop
    Advice on material optimizing in production cabinet door manufacturing. May 12, 2013

    Wax Finish for a Walnut Slab Table Top
    Furnituremakers discuss wax finishes. December 2, 2009

    Understanding Hardwood Lumber Grading
    This article from Independent Sawmill & Woodlot Magazine covers the basics. September 21, 2001

    Temperature, Humidity, and Drying
    Some generic head-scratching over relative humidity and the heat required to dry wood under various conditions. April 10, 2007

    Wood Movement Destroys Table Top
    Another designer learns the hard way, as a table top cracks because of ambient moisture changes and restrained wood movement. May 3, 2011

    Tree-Climbing and Felling Technique
    Advice on felling 100-foot trees while leaving a 10-foot stump. April 14, 2005

    Setting an Hourly Rate for Edgebander Time
    Shop owners discuss how to charge others for the occasional use of their equipment. October 11, 2007

    Tool Control Tolerances for Routing a Hole
    CNC pros try to figure out why a CNC router is making lockset holes out of round. The culprit may be a problem with tool compensation in the lead-in and lead-out routine. September 24, 2006

    Wood Color Variation Defect in Out-Sourced Doors
    Cabinetmakers discuss door quality issues related to wood selection in panel stock glue-ups. April 30, 2009

    Troubleshooting Milky White Discoloration on Wenge Veneer
    Cabinetmakers and finishers look at the weak points of a kitchen finish system. September 3, 2010

    Whether to Finish the Undersides of Upper Cabinets
    Cabinetmakers discuss whether cabinet undersides should be finished. November 30, 2009

    Taper Introduced by Edgebander Premill
    A discussion of the milling accuracy and adjustment tolerances of an edgebander with premill heads. December 2, 2010

    Thickness of Rough Lumber
    Identifying and sawing for specific dimensions. May 19, 2004

    Troubleshooting Poor Edgeband Adhesion
    Temperature and priming could be the culprits when PVC edgebanding doesn't stick well. April 12, 2011

    Scaling Plots in AutoCad Paperspace
    It's a simple trick using viewports. October 1, 2005

    Trouble with Pre-Glued Dowels
    A cabinet failure with pre-glued dowels gets cabinetmakers talking about the method's pros and cons. May 10, 2005

    Troubleshooting Router Errors -- Hardware or Software?
    A CNC tech thought his machine's bad behavior was caused by mechanical adjustment problems, but it turned out to be bad numbers in the controller. Lesson learned. April 10, 2008

    Troubleshooting Planer Chatter Marks
    A pressure bar set too high may be the source of chatter marks on planed boards. May 28, 2006

    Window Hinge Mortising Retrofit Techniques
    Detailed advice for cutting new Soss hinge mortises on custom replacement windows to match already-mortised existing window jambs. June 3, 2007

    Using Outdoor Cold for Drying Dehumidification
    Unlike a powered dehumidifier, a cold kiln wall dumps heat to the outdoors, and so expends energy just as venting does. Here's a long discussion of alternatives to heat for kiln drying, and why they're mostly not practical. April 10, 2007

    Scarf Joinery on a CNC Router
    CNC pros show how they machine scarf joints for continuous pieces like stair stringers and yacht hull planking. December 27, 2008

    Spoilboard Material and Vacuum Strength
    Variability in MDF material may result in problems with consistent vacuum hold-down. Here's advice on how to compensate. September 8, 2007

    Should You Pay Workers for Travel Time?
    Business owners discuss whether workers should get paid for driving from the shop to the job site in a company truck. April 4, 2011

    Tablesaw blade safety device
    Does a new sawblade-stop product really protect your fingers? July 29, 2003

    Value of Antique Douglas Fir Beams
    Taking a look at some reclaimed timbers, and trying to estimate their worth. March 28, 2010

    Trimming Cabinet Toekicks -- Whose Responsibility?
    Should the finish toe kicks be fitted and installed by the cabinetmaker, or the finish carpenter. February 28, 2004

    When a Customer Won't Pick Up His Product
    Advice on how to handle a buyer who does not come back to take possession of his goods. March 11, 2009

    Screening Job Applicants
    Woodshop owners discuss the methods they use to assess prospective employees. April 19, 2015

    Square Drive Versus Phillips Head Screws
    A discussion of screw characteristics and preferences, with some interesting history and background. June 17, 2009

    Table Leg Joint Reinforcement
    Thoughts on how to reinforce table legs so the assembly will not rack. November 25, 2008

    Tooling Up to Run Mouldings
    Pros give advice on how to choose and use equipment for producing mouldings.

    Warping, Bowing and Cupping of Moulding Batches
    Expert input on what could make fresh runs of moulding move in unwanted ways. October 2, 2005

    Sleigh Bed Construction Issues
    Sleigh beds are traditionally made with veneers, but in this case a customer is asking for "solid wood." This brings up a discussion about wood movement and construction methods. November 26, 2006

    What's a "Green" Cabinet?
    Cabinetmakers discuss what makes kitchen cabinets environmentally friendly, and whether customers will pay for that. September 8, 2008

    Standardizing on One Panel Thickness
    Cabinetmakers discuss the idea of making all cabinet parts out of 16mm plywood. December 31, 2012

    Steel Support for an Overhanging Granite Countertop
    Advice on the use of structural steel to support a stone counter, without overkill or excessive weight (and cost). April 9, 2008

    Steps for processing cabinets
    Cabinetmakers share the methods they use for processing doors and cabinet parts. July 3, 2001

    Wood Door Thickness and Quality
    To make 1-3/8" solid wood interior doors, you usually have to start with 8/4 stock. Here, experienced pros explain their door fabrication processes in detail. February 17, 2006

    Waterborne Finish Basics
    An extensive and detailed introductory how-to on spraying water-based finishes. March 2, 2006

    Start-up portable sawmill business
    Advice on establishing a portable sawmill service. January 4, 2001

    Water and Wood
    Some options for measuring moisture in lumber during the kiln-drying process. 1998.

    Setting a Shop Rate for Labor Time
    Business owners describe the methods they use to value and charge for shop time. November 19, 2005

    Spelling Out the Payment Schedule
    A good contract should spell out deposit and payment terms in correct legal language — and the amounts should provide for adequate cash flow. August 22, 2007

    Troubleshooting Cracked Laminate Near a Sink Cutout
    Square inside corners and drilled holes are potential trouble spot in a laminate surface. February 17, 2011

    Troubleshooting Flaky Finish with Pre-Cat in a Humid Climate
    Finishers list some of the possible reasons that a cabinet finish might be flaking at the edges, and debate the best fixes. March 8, 2007

    Sanding Hard Maple
    A cabinetmaker complains of little swirl marks, and gets advice on sanding (and card scraping) technique. July 21, 2005

    Teak Finish on Kitchen Cabinets
    Teak may be naturally water resistant, but in a kitchen environment, even this tough lumber needs some help. February 26, 2005

    Single Knife and Counterweight Setup on a Moulder
    Using just one knife rarely gives the best results. November 19, 2006

    What's a Tough Top Coat Over Tung Oil?
    Tung oil gives a deep, rich tone to fine wood. But how do you protect it from occasional water spills? March 30, 2008

    Squaring up a Vertical Panel Saw
    Here's advice on tweaking a second-hand vertical panel saw into square (with the proviso that a trained tech will do it faster and better).February 16, 2014

    Tool Belts and Tool Caddies for Installers
    Cabinet installers discuss efficient ways to keep their basic tools handy during installation jobs. May 20, 2009

    Staining Alder for a Rustic Look
    Finishers offer tips and tricks for dealing with Alder's busy grain, knots, and tendency to blot. September 16, 2008

    Quick-Release Mounting Rigs for Power Feeders
    Ideas for attaching power feeders to machines so that the power feeders can be quickly mounted and dismounted. January 29, 2009

    Table Top Mistake/Wood Movement
    A craftsman gets into trouble with incorrect wood orientation in a table top. It's a learning experience. April 20, 2011

    Tooling Considerations with a Moulder Upgrade
    Shop owners and experts discuss the tooling costs and choices relating to a new moulder purchase. June 23, 2006

    Whether to Caulk Painted Cabinet Doors
    Materials choices, assembly methods, and finishing techniques all affect whether a door looks seamless, or not. May 15, 2014

    Stair to Base Transition Example
    Follow a trim carpenter from idea to execution as he figures out a tricky baseboard trim transition at the bottom of a staircase. April 21, 2011

    Whether to Rip and Re-Glue Window Stool Stock
    For a 6.5-inch-wide window stool, how should stock be handled to minimize cupping of the piece in service? May 6, 2009

    The Up-Charge for Finishing Cabinets
    How much should finishing a piece add to its cost, asks a cabinetmaker? Finishers chime in with rough percentages, whys and wherefores. October 28, 2005

    Stickers and sticker shadow
    A discussion on synthetic and traditional stickers, and an explanation of reverse sticker shadow. May 30, 2001

    Usefulness of a 15-Inch Wide-Belt Sander
    For a small shop, will a 15-inch unit do? Cabinetmakers consider the pros and cons. November 12, 2005

    Strip Laminating Teak
    Advice on adhesives and techniques for gluing up Teak strips to make rough stock for a curved moulding profile. June 26, 2009

    Troubleshooting Wood Movement with Outsourced Cabinet Doors
    ztp Cabinetmakers advise a colleague on how to figure out what happened to a set of Maple cabinet doors — and how to manage the resulting situation. November 8, 2007

    The Importance of Air Velocity in Drying
    How air speed through the kiln affects lumber seasoning. July 20, 2002

    Whether And When To Purge Drawings
    Cleaning out the clutter cuts file size and processor time. April 11, 2005

    Waterborne lacquer and polyurethane
    What is the difference? March 23, 2002

    Stain Spots on Soft Maple after Kiln Drying
    This particular problem was a chemical stain, but the thread also has an interesting discussion of beetle damage. June 13, 2014

    Table Tops For Restaurant With Mitered Patterns
    12/06/2012

    Spraying Opaque Finishes on Millwork
    Here's a lot of information on spraying acrylic paint (and its drawbacks), plus some advice on better opaque pigmented coating choices. June 18, 2013

    Soundproofing a Dust Collection System
    Shop owners discuss ways to build sound-deadening baffles and boxes around elements of a dust collection system. March 28, 2010

    Steaming, Drying, and Honeycomb in Walnut
    Bacterial infection as well as steamer and kiln settings may have caused reported honeycombing at one end of thick Walnut boards. June 18, 2009

    When Someone Recruits Your Top Employee
    How should an employer respond when another shop is trying to tempt a top employee to jump ship? May 24, 2010

    Selexx CNC
    04/13/2014

    Troubleshooting Moulder Head Movement
    Pros help figure out the problem with a moulder's top head. September 28, 2006

    White Oak for Log Homes
    Advice on sawing White Oak timbers for log-home construction. May 18, 2010

    Wood Distressing Tips and Tricks
    Making wood rough ain't easy. Here are some techniques that work. January 26, 2009

    Tenoning Add-Ons for Shapers
    Information on equipment choices when using the shaper for a specialized purpose: cutting tenons. March 26, 2013

    Who Does the Wood Trim Takeoffs?
    Should the wood moulding supplier do quantity takeoffs, or should the customer do it? January 19, 2011

    Quality of Outsourced Doors
    Cabinetmakers share experiences with outsourced door quality after hearing about a shipment of doors that arrived with sanding defects. May 27, 2014

    Sheet Materials for a Cat Condo
    What do you use to construct temporary accomodations for cats? April 21, 2011

    The 'PDQ Rule' for Custom Work
    Follow this simple rule to assure your custom manufacturing business's profitability. 1998.

    The Role of Plywood in Building an Ottoman
    A furnituremaker who's learning asks about construction materials for a sofa. October 26, 2013

    Shipping Large Circular Saw Blades
    Advice on packing large saw blades for shipment so they won't be deformed or damaged. June 28, 2010

    Wide Board Mahogany for a Table Top
    Forget the "ripping and flipping" myth — just use good joinery and the right supports. March 26, 2009

    Shaper Outfeed Fence with Power Feeder
    Advice on customizing the outfeed fence of a shaper so that milled stock runs straight as it feeds out. January 25, 2010

    Troubleshooting Bandmill Blade Breakage
    What causes bandsaw mill blades to break after one or two sharpenings, and how to prevent it. March 29, 2006

    Sawing Slabs from Huge Down Tree Stumps
    This particular big old dead Cottonwood stump may not be worth the effort. But here's some good advice on how to break a big, hard-to-manage log up and get good-sized slabs and burls out of it. June 19, 2012

    Template Materials
    Pros discuss the merits of various materials for making router patterns, including MDF, plexiglass, phenolic board, and more. October 22, 2005

    Qualities of Ironwood (Also Called "Hornbeam")
    "American Hornbeam" and "Hop Hornbeam" are hard and strong, especially well suited for tool handles and timber-frame pegs. May 14, 2006

    Wood-Gas Generator Motors
    Here's a little basic info about wood gasification for generating electricity. October 1, 2010

    Transition from Free Estimate to Paid Design
    A conversation about communication: how do you let a client know that it's now time in the sales process to start paying for any further design work? February 16, 2012

    Software for Nested Parts Production
    Users discuss the virtues of ASpan, AlphaCam, and AlphaDoor. August 30, 2005

    Suspending a Power Feeder from the Shop Ceiling
    Pros and cons of mounting a stock feeder on the shop ceiling to be shared by multiple machines, plus advice from someone who has done it.November 28, 2014

    Unmanned CNC
    Can you safely allow a CNC router to run unattended? August 22, 2013

    Spanish Cedar for Furniture?
    Characteristics of Spanish Cedar make it problematic, even for porch furniture. January 27, 2007

    Wood Choice for Horse Stalls
    Is there any kind of wood that horses won't chew on? July 18, 2008

    Tambour Doors for a Media Cabinet
    A few thoughts on the quality issues with tambour doors, and some nice pictures of a related router jig setup. November 23, 2012

    Setting Up for Beaded Face-Frame Joinery
    A discussion of practical machinery and jig options for haunch cuts on beaded face frames. August 31, 2010

    Tree Blossoms and Honey
    Wood is not the only thing that grows on trees — as the bees know. June 12, 2014

    Tweaking Island Height
    A cabinetmaker gets advice on raising an already installed island by two inches. September 23, 2006

    Seasonal Sap Flow and Moisture Content in Trees
    Debunking a few misconceptions about winter and summer tree sap behavior. December 31, 2012

    Veneering a Large Half-Column
    How to veneer fiberglass columns. January 29, 2009

    Shop Drawing Submittals in Metric
    When converting to 32mm construction, should all drawings be done in metric as well? April 18, 2004

    Sawing for half
    Sawmillers trade their takes and tolerances for sawing in exchange for a share of the yield. August 10, 2000

    Uses for Cottonwood
    Cottonwood is a useful and versatile species. Here, pros discuss aspects of working with the wood. August 30, 2005

    Veneering a Bay Window in Place
    Advice on applying veneer to architectural window trim on site. August 22, 2014

    Warranteeing Laminate-on-Particleboard Countertops
    How long should your guarantee last for a laminate countertop? Installers discuss warrantees and materials. October 8, 2005

    Sealers, Washcoats, and Dyes
    For good coloring and popped grain, should a washcoat or sealer be applied before the dye? Finishers explain a few fine points. February 13, 2006

    Suggested AAA Settings for Waterborne
    Instructions for a beginner on dialing in an air-assisted airless spraygun. November 3, 2010

    Squaring Up a Cross-Cut Sled
    Getting a cross-cut table-saw sled jig squared up just right is a finicky and time-consuming process. June 30, 2007

    Screw Length and Dado Depth
    Basics of dadoed cabinet joinery. March 20, 2006

    Water-based vs. oil-based polyurethanes
    Finishers compare notes, experiences, and opinions on the comparative durability of water- and oil-based polyurethane topcoats. July 18, 2000

    Spraying Cabinets in Occupied Apartments
    Advice on masking and application methods, and commentary on customer behaviors. September 16, 2008

    Who Supplies the Tools?
    Practices vary, but in most shops the employer supplies all power tools — and often, small incidentals as well. March 22, 2013

    Steam Bending Leopardwood and Lacewood
    An informative thread on steam bending versus lamination of curved pieces, and on the different properties of Leopardwood and Lacewood. April 4, 2011

    Staining Furniture with Inlays
    Here are some suggested ways to selectively stain pieces with narrow inlay strips. June 28, 2006

    Shopping Around for Comp Coverage
    By shopping for competing quotes, a business owner got his workers compensation premium lowered. January 20, 2011

    Sanding Inside Corners of Drawer Boxes
    Short answer: sanding sponges. March 26, 2010

    Tweaking Viscosity for Good Flow-Out with Conversion Varnish
    Getting a CV to behave right takes a delicate balance between thinner proportions and gun tip size. Here, pros describe the trial-and-error process they use to get it right. December 1, 2005

    Supporting the Dust Collection Hose for a CNC Router
    Ideas for sliding support to suspend the vacuum hose in a way that lets it freely follow the CNC machine's travel. November 8, 2007

    Troubleshooting Blush in a Glaze Finish
    Finishers offer advice on prevention, and suggest a possible fix for a case of blush. April 24, 2014

    Using Corian For Cabinet Doors
    03/18/2015

    Troubleshooting Inconsistent Z Axis Cut Depths on a CNC Router
    Advice on looking for machine problems that could cause a CNC to lose accuracy and precision on the vertical axis. April 27, 2011

    Tools for "Perfect" Miter Cutting
    A solid table saw's your best bet. August 29, 2005

    Stripping Garage and Entry Doors
    Advice on tackling a big architectural stripping and re-finishing job. July 14, 2010

    Using jointing attachment on moulder
    Proper methods for jointing knives on a moulder, and myths concerning their sharpening. February 28, 2001

    Shopping for a Sliding Table Saw
    Cabinetmakers recommend top-grade equipment with large-panel cutting capacity. February 13, 2009

    Wine Cubes
    Experienced hands describe ways to design and assemble wine storage cabinets. June 13, 2005

    Wood Veneer on MDF: How Thick Is Too Thick?
    Craftsmen report problems using thick wood veneer on an MDF substrate. June 9, 2007

    Solid Surface Pricing
    A little info on the solid surfacing market, circa 2006. September 26, 2006

    Splitting Large Cants
    Sawmill operators discuss ways to cut a 12x12 cant down into 4x6 cants using different types of mill. July 28, 2006

    Sunken Joints at the Glue Seam
    Here's a good explanation of why glue seams in cabinet doors may appear visibly depressed. April 29, 2013

    Steam-Bending Hardwood Veneer Strips
    A description of the hot-pipe method for bending 1/16-inch veneer strips. February 3, 2011

    Touching Up Spray Acrylic Pigmented Lacquer
    Advice on touch-up methods for an acrylic lacquer spray job on built-in cabinetry. May 21, 2009

    Tooth Marks from an Upcut Saw
    A cabinetmaker troubleshoots a cut quality issue with an upcut saw. April 2, 2015

    Value of Laser Projection Systems
    If improved accuracy setting small parts will help you, a laser guide system for your CNC might be a good long-run investment. September 24, 2006

    Solid Surfacing for Vanity Doors
    Advice on fabricating practical cabinet doors using solid surface material. vAugust 8, 2008

    Sizing Cabinet Doors to Tolerances
    Layout tips for a beginner, plus advice on final sizing after assembly. October 20, 2013

    Sander Skittering and Vacuum Suction
    Reported control problems with some sanders may be solvable by adjusting dust collection vacuum settings. July 16, 2008

    Troubleshooting a Slippery Widebelt Feed Belt
    Here's how to dress a slippery feedbelt on a new widebelt sander. July 13, 2010

    Troubleshooting a "Wandering" Problem when Shaping Door Panels
    A look at power feeder, fence, and cutter issues to address snipe at the trailing end of door panels being shaped. January 25, 2010

    Troubleshooting Cross-Grain Scratches from a Wide-Belt Sander
    A better quality of belt or a platen adjustment might solve the problem. January 29, 2009

    Stripping Raised-Panel Doors
    Advice on removing topcoat and stain from a set of highly profiled doors. July 8, 2014

    Waterborne vs. solvent finish
    Professionals tell which they prefer and why. April 11, 2001

    Using a Sliding Table Saw to Rip Boards
    Thoughts on using a sliding table saw for ripping, with a description of a slick jig that eases the work and improves the result. June 30, 2014

    Torsion Box Shelf Ideas
    Concepts and examples for strong lightweight torsion-box book shelves. February 25, 2009

    Wood Movement Considerations for a Large Table Top
    Swelling and shrinkage place stress on wood table tops, especially if both sawn lumber and plywood are involved. Here's advice on construction details. March 13, 2007

    Stacking and Stickering Random Length Boards
    Advice on stacking and (keeping track of) boards sawn from logs of different lengths at various times. November 16, 2011

    Waterborne Lacquer Adhesion Mystery
    Finishers discuss factors that could prevent lacquer from sticking to Oak furniture. May 17, 2010

    Veneering Methods for a Torsion-Box Table Top
    When you build a torsion box with veneered sheets of MDF over a central core, do you have to balance the veneer on each sheet of MDF? May 4, 2011

    Using Hot Hide Glue for Veneering
    A thorough description of using hot hide glue and pressure to apply veneer. February 22, 2011

    Quality Control with Gloss Laminates
    It's hard to get laminate flat enough that imperfections won't show, when the surface is glossy. February 27, 2015

    Quartersawn Versus Rift Sawn Oak Veneer
    Detailed explanations of what makes the difference, and how to find what you need. March 26, 2007

    Staining Mahogany Plywood
    Tips on bringing out the grain in mahogany. October 19, 2005

    Value-Added Product Opportunities for Sawmill Operations
    Forum technical advisor Steve Brakovitch kicks off a discussion of value-added products that sawmillers can produce using their lumber products or even their incidental waste. May 13, 2005

    Troubleshooting Sheen Variability
    Finishers discuss the subtleties of attaining even sheen in a pre-catalyzed lacquer topcoat. September 11, 2006

    Veneering to a Bending Ply Substrate
    Advice on adhesive choice, layup methods, and clamping techniques for a large curved veneer assembly. September 29, 2014

    Troubleshooting Fine Flecks in Paint
    Finishers try to figure out the source of tiny solid flecks in a batch of paint. November 11, 2006

    Three-Sided Shapers Versus Multiple Machines
    For making doors, what's better: an expensive dedicated machine that cuts all the profiles, or a setup using multiple basic shapers? February 2, 2011

    Steam Bending Larger Boards
    Advice on steam-bending 2x4 stock for a curved roof structure. October 19, 2013

    Troubleshooting a Bowed Slab Door
    Cedar slats on one face, Oak slats on the other face, bowing about a quarter inch ... what went wrong? November 5, 2013

    Setting Glass into Flush Panel Doors
    Attachment options for setting small pieces of glass into cabinet doors. May 24, 2010

    45-Degree Corner Cabinet Options
    Ideas for making use of spaces created by 45-degree bends in a kitchen floor layout, caused by a window bay. December 7, 2008

    Tooling for Machining Richlite
    Advice on CNC tooling that can cope with Richlite, a paper-based fiber composite material. January 21, 2010

    Sanding Sealer Compatibility
    Finishers discuss the use of various sanding sealers with various topcoats. September 14, 2006

    Vanity Height — Preference or Rule?
    Thirty inches high is traditional for bath vanities, but many customers may prefer something taller. March 5, 2007

    Spraying Small Quantities with Air-Assisted Airless Equipment
    A cup attachment lets you apply small amounts with minimal waste. September 14, 2006

    Sanding with a Flap Wheel Head
    Jacob Malherbe of flap-wheels.com supplies a brief explanation of how flap-wheel sander heads work, with tips on getting the best from your machine. May 4, 2010

    Using PEG for dimensional stability
    The discovery and use of PEG for stabilizing previously unseasoned lumber. 1998.

    Troubleshooting a Slipping Drive Belt
    Drive belt pulley slipping? Try belt dressing, and tighten it up. November 27, 2006

    Stave Core Veneer Door Layup
    A discussion of vacuum-bag veneering and other construction tips for veneered stave-core doors. July 13, 2010

    Veneering a Cone
    Ideas for building and applying veneer to a cone. March 13, 2009

    Soft, "Buttery"-Feeling Finishes
    How do commercial cabinet companies achieve the pleasing tactile surface feeling some finishes seem to have? April 18, 2015

    Water-based basics
    A primer for folks interested in using water-based stains and topcoats. 1998.

    Setting Up for Finger Jointing and End Gluing
    Practical advice on tooling up to make long boards out of shorter lengths using a finger-jointed glued end joint.May 15, 2012

    Wash Coat Tips
    Mix ratios and application methods for wash coats. November 13, 2005

    Shop Accident Lessons Learned
    A few first-person cautionary stories involving mangled or amputated fingers. May 15, 2014

    When Air-Duct Registers Get in the Way of Crown Moulding
    A vent grille near the ceiling interferes with planned crown moulding. Now what do you do? May 26, 2008

    UTC Colorant Compatibility
    UTC 824 and UTC 844 colorants are different compounds, and are compatible with different finish formulas. Choose appropriately to avoid mixing problems. March 28, 2008

    Troubleshooting Inaccurate Cutting with Dual Tables
    Mechanical backlash or a control problem could be causing performance flaws in a dual-table CNC setup. Here are tips of finding the source of trouble. May 16, 2005

    Will a Nested CNC Eliminate the Need for a Slider?
    Most cabinetmakers agree that a shop with a CNC still needs a table saw sometimes. December 11, 2012

    Shopping for a Slot Mortiser
    Woodworkers and the slot mortisers they have known. December 8, 2012

    Veneer Over Simple Mdf Structure
    10/20/2012

    What's the Best Pencil for Woodworkers
    A few jocular comments notwithstanding, this is a serious question for the professional woodworker. December 28, 2014

    Spraying Latex Primer and Paint with HVLP
    Basic advice for a first-timer on product selection, tip choice, and thinning. June 28, 2006

    Sound Control and Airflow for Louvered Doors
    Considerations relating to sound transmission and air flow through louvers on the doors of an equipment room. April 4, 2011

    Shop flow
    Enhancing efficiency in the workplace by carefully planning shop layout. January 16, 2002

    Troubleshooting Salice Soft-Close Hinges
    An expert provides some insight into factors affecting the performance of soft-close hinges. March 12, 2015

    Wood Species for Exterior Projects
    Suggested wood choices for a set of garage doors. March 18, 2006

    Truss Lifting and Crown Moulding
    Trim installers discuss the finish problems associated with seasonal truss movement — cracking at the corners where walls meet ceilings. June 4, 2009

    Square Table Legs — One Piece, or Glued Up?
    Should a furnituremaker go to the trouble of laminating smaller pieces together into a built-up table leg? Here's advice on whether to do it and, if so, on how to go about it. March 13, 2007

    Tuning Color With Dye Toners
    Dyes change appearance as they dry, and also when top-coated. Accurately predicting the final results takes a lot of practice. August 30, 2007

    Taking Impressions of Moulding
    Advice on making a reverse impression of a moulding you want to replicate. November 8, 2008

    Spray Equipment Basics
    Finishers discuss basic choices for a spray setup. October 18, 2005

    Separating Air and Chips in a Dust Collection System
    A shop owner gets advice on how to keep his dust collection system's exhaust side from blowing the tarp off his wood waste pile.September 29, 2014

    Scuffing Vinyl Sealcoat Before Glazing
    Fine points of the scuffing step in a glaze finish process. July 27, 2008

    Troubleshooting Table-Saw Motor Vibration
    Could be the pulleys, the belt, or the motor itself. September 17, 2008

    Squaring the Notch for a Toe Kick
    Cabinetmakers describe different approaches to the troublesome toe-kick cutout. April 6, 2007

    Saving and Tracking Receipts
    Paper receipts for expenses are a pesky detail that requires attention. September 30, 2010

    Understanding Web Statistics
    Exposures, impressions, click-throughs and refferals, and how to measure them. April 18, 2003

    Troubleshooting Uneven Sheen in Lacquer
    Too much thinner can reduce the proportions of flattener, resulting in uneven sheen and excessive glossiness. April 20, 2011

    Securing a Narrow Part to the CNC Table
    A CNC operator learns how to hold down the blank for a narrow curved part. June 5, 2006

    Small Compressor Versus an Air or CO2 Cartridge
    A cheap one-gallon compressor wins the voice vote for job-site convenience and reliability. August 30, 2011

    Safe Materials for Museum Storage Cabinets
    Wood's acidity and release of volatile substances make it a risk to stored artifacts, including paper art work. Here's advice on "art-safe" materials for museum storage or display cabinetry. November 13, 2009

    Sheen of Conversion Varnish
    Thorough mixing is required to keep flatting agents dispersed in the formula. Also, sheen dulls somewhat as the finish cures. May 11, 2006

    Wood Choice for Interior Doors
    Pros discuss materials options for custom built pass-through doors. September 3, 2005

    Solar kiln kits and plans
    A discussion of various solar kiln plans and kits. June 20, 2000

    Spraying shellac
    Removing water, which damages appearance of shellac, from air compressor output. May 2, 2001

    White Oak Versus Red Oak for Outdoor Exposures
    The key difference is that White Oak has a closed-cell pore structure and is therefore more weather-resistant. November 23, 2012

    Tuning an Edgebander
    Advice on dialing in the variables of an edgebander's operation, one step at a time. October 19, 2014

    Vacuum Press Bags: Buy or Make?
    When you need a custom size, it's not hard to make your own vacuum bag. July 18, 2008

    Sawing Long Beams on a Bandmill
    How do you make a 30-foot beam with a sawmill that will only saw 21 feet? March 16, 2015

    Steel Drums Versus Rubber Drums on Widebelt Sanders
    The choice depends in part on how you want to use the machine. March 28, 2010

    - Spreadsheet Calculation Program -- for Curves, Angles, Compound Miters and Springback
    Free downloadable program(s) in both Excel and MS Works, including illustrations that support the formulas.. August 6, 2002

    Shaper Setups for Raised Panels
    Tips on knife and fence setups for making raised panels on a shaper. April 24, 2006

    Spray Guns for Contact Adhesive
    A simple, low-end setup works as well as anything. January 8, 2007

    Value and Uses of Eastern Red Cedar
    The sawing and drying forum kicks around the question of tailoring red cedar products to meet market demand. February 14, 2006

    Should I Season Timbers Before Framing a Barn?
    Timber-framing works well with green or partially dried timbers, but you should allow for some drying-related movement after construction. May 9, 2007

    Topcoating Over Gold Leaf
    Thoughts on whether and how to finish over gold leaf. November 25, 2008

    Solar Kiln at Work
    Here's a look at a newly completed backyard solar wood drying kiln with its first load of lumber. March 28, 2012

    Wet Mils, Dry Mils, and Quality Control
    Finish coat thickness is a critical issue for coating performance. Here's some info on how to measure thickness of coats, wet and dry. July 17, 2008

    Sawing for Stable 2x Lumber
    Advice on selecting log dimension and cut patterns in order to get straight, stable 2x4 and 2x6 lumber from Southern Pine logs. November 16, 2011

    Stain Application: Spray Versus Wipe
    Pros discuss the fine points of stain application, with a view to good results. November 8, 2007

    Vacuum Fixturing - Part 2 of 3
    Flow and pressure are the key parameters in choosing a vacuum pump for a hold-down system. The two qualities are inversely related. (Part Two of a technical explanation by Tom Galzin of New CNC.) June 1, 2012

    Veneer Splicer Problems 1: Overlapping
    Troubleshooting checklist to identify and correct veneer splicer problems that can cause overlapping at joints. January 4, 2007

    Starting a woodworking business
    Ideas for advertising, books to read and special considerations when starting up your own business. June 24, 2001

    Supporting Doors for Spray Finishing
    More tips on how to sit, stand, rack or stack cabinet doors while spraying them. April 21, 2007

    Selling Services to Builders or Other Shops
    How does a small solo woodworker approach builders or larger shops to get extra work? July 3, 2006

    Tensioning Gang Ripsaw Blades
    After proper adjustment, gang ripsaw blades should cut straight and true. May 23, 2007

    Shop-Made Fence Stops for a Line Boring Machine
    Here's a look at a shop-rigged adjustable stop system for a Ritter R-46, with brass bolts for fine adjustment. April 29, 2012

    Tinted Primer as the Color Coat
    Instead of a tinted topcoat, is it practical to tint the primer coat (shellac or tinted CV primer), and then top with clear? July 14, 2010

    Whether to Use a Refrigerated Air Dryer
    Wise woodworkers use air dryers to protect their air-powered equipment from atmospheric humidity. Here's more discussion. June 17, 2013

    Why are Some Finishes Labeled "Photochemically Reactive"?
    The term "photochemically reactive" appears to relate to a formula's potential to form ozone and contribute to smog, not any risk that the finish will change color in sunlight. October 19, 2014

    Vocabulary for Frameless Cabinet Parts
    "What do you call that thing?" The terminology used to describe the various structural elements of a frameless cabinet appears to vary widely throughout the industry. June 16, 2014

    Tracking Down a Silicone Contamination Source
    Thoughts on how to figure out where that bad stuff is coming from. June 9, 2007

    Shellac for Exterior Priming
    Shellac isn't recommended for outdoor use. But some people report that they've gotten away with it. June 18, 2009

    Troubleshooting Wood Discoloration with High Pressure Steam Equalization
    Advice on setup details to keep liquid water out of the situation when using high-pressure steam to condition wood in a kiln. June 13, 2014

    Veneering Equipment
    Basic descriptions of veneer stitchers, slicers, clippers, and guillotines. November 13, 2008

    Suggestions For Marketing Lumber
    02/10/2007

    Uneven Wear on CNC Racks and Gears
    Here's a thoughtful look at the causes of various wear patterns on CNC equipment, and appropriate maintenance measures. June 17, 2009

    Sap Bleeding Through Primer on Ceiling Boards
    Advice on stain-blocking primer, on cleaning up sap, and on proper wood drying. January 14, 2009

    Widebelt Sander Belt Tracking
    Advice on how to get your belt running straight. January 20, 2010

    Snipe Problem with a Four-Head Moulder
    A mis-adjusted upper pressure bar is probably the source of trouble in this sniping story. November 18, 2006

    Sawing wood for house-framing
    The basics of sawing and drying lumber to by used in constructing a house. January 3, 2001

    Staircase Wainscoting Layout
    Basic advice on laying out wainscoting for a stairway. December 27, 2008

    Table Saw Blade Alignment 101
    Advice on how to keep wood from binding up and burning in a table saw. February 27, 2007

    Wood weight and highway transport
    How to accurately estimate the weight of a truckload of air-dried lumber to assure compliance with trucking regulations. Includes access info for resources. August 1, 2000

    Unusual Checking in Hard Maple
    A case where every board sawn from a Maple log has checks through the middle. What's going on? February 17, 2012

    Scale Models of Furniture for Display
    Considering how to design and make small mock-ups for use as a sales tool. August 3, 2009

    Quartersawing, Labor, and Yield
    This discussion of quartersawing with a bandmill makes some interesting points about the extra work involved and the variable quality and value of the resulting product. April 27, 2011

    Wide Glass Doors
    Cabinetmakers consider glazing options for large doors, including tempered glass, polycarbonate, and plexiglass. December 28, 2005

    Sawmillers Working with Tree Services
    Small sawmill operators discuss the ins and outs of obtaining logs from tree services. August 31, 2005

    Slow Drying at the End of Dehumidification Kiln Run
    If drying slows or stalls at close to the target moisture content, a small amount of added heat is appropriate. December 8, 2012

    Scrubbing "Fingerprints" from a CAD File
    Once a "fingerprint" watermark finds its way into your CAD file folder, lots of drawings may get infected by the stamp. Here's help deleting that mess from your situation. February 19, 2011

    Waterborne Dye over Oil Stain
    A finisher gets advice on an unusual schedule: applying waterborne dye over a coat of oil-based stain. December 28, 2014

    Specifying features for leased space
    Advice on features to include in a leased production facility. June 6, 2001

    Time to Kiln-Dry 12/4 White Ash
    Estimates on the time required to dry a load of White Ash sawn three inches thick. March 28, 2010

    Stripping a Tough 1960's Finish
    A finisher runs into a 1960's-era finish that resists stripping, and gets advice on how to tackle the job. June 28, 2005

    Sticky Tool Holder Syndrome
    Cleaning, maintenance and adjustment ideas to stop tool holders from sticking during CNC operation. February 13, 2009

    Sample Subcontractor Agreement
    Spelling out the parameters of the work and relationship to avoid legal problems. April 4, 2004

    Spraying White Conversion Varnish
    Advice on priming and other quality control measures for spraying white pigmented CV. August 12, 2014

    Why CNC Sometimes Cuts a Line Instead of an Arc
    A variety of input flaws can cause equipment to take a shortcut between the end points of what should be an arc. March 1, 2006

    Small Pilot Bits for the CNC
    There are several workable options for pre-drilling for #8 screws with CNC equipment. December 10, 2007

    Setting Up a Power Feeder
    A cabinetmaker gets advice on adjusting a power feeder he bought second-hand with no manual. November 13, 2009

    Sawing Bevel Siding
    Sawmillers discuss how to produce clapboard siding. June 9, 2007

    Vacuum Kiln Pump Ideas
    Thoughts on vacuum pump equipment for kiln drying. August 8, 2008

    Setting Up a New Slider
    Nine out of nine doctors agree: have the supplier's tech set up your brand new sliding table saw for you. Do not do it yourself. January 23, 2014

    Tool Choice for Half-Inch Acrylic
    Advice on selecting bits that will do clean work machining thick acrylic on the CNC router. April 17, 2009

    What's High Speed for a Top-Quality CNC?
    What kind of RPM and feed speed represents top-flight performance for modern CNC equipment? February 20, 2011

    Uneven Ceilings and Cabinet Crown
    How to fit crown moulding to a badly out-of-level ceiling. July 31, 2009

    Selling Used Woodworking Equipment
    A woodworker is closing down his shop and wants to sell off some older equipment. In this thread, he gets advice on how to go about it. December 14, 2005

    Shellac Before Poly Finish on a Custom Table
    Shellac is a good sealer coat to apply to a furniture piece while still under construction, during a delay before final finishing with poly.October 19, 2014

    What's the Best Wood for Making Adirondack Chairs
    Woodworkers say which wood they prefer for Adirondack chairs, and why. August 7, 2008

    Troubleshooting Drive Belt Alignment
    A woodworker gets help with the belt tracking on a drum sander. January 8, 2010

    Suitable Wood for Exterior Trimwork
    Woodworkers list their top choices for wood species (and composite or synthetic materials) for architectural exterior trim details. June 29, 2008

    Whether to Finish Hidden Cabinet Ends
    Cabinetmakers discuss whether to finish the ends of cabinets that abut slide-in appliances. April 9, 2008

    Visual Signs that a Blade Needs Tightening
    Fluttering and wandering on the guide wheels could be indications that a saw blade needs increased tension. September 15, 2011

    Toilet-to-Cabinet Allowable Clearance Tolerances
    Cabinet makers and installers discuss the allowable distance between a toilet and a bathroom vanity, and consider how to make adjustments when the space gets tight. November 19, 2005

    Shaper cutters: Tantung or carbide?
    Choosing between carbide tipped and tantung shaper cutters. July 3, 2001

    Sawing An Old Elm Tree
    Tension wood from growth stress may call for a modified technique. April 10, 2005

    Solar Kiln Show and Tell
    Photos and descriptions of small solar kilns. August 31, 2005

    Toning Ash a Dark Gray
    Approach the gray you need by toning in multiple passes with a thinned-out black lacquer. April 17, 2009

    Springback and Accuracy with Radius Glue-Ups
    Advice on making glued-up radius pieces conform to a precise, accurate curve — and stay that way. May 11, 2011

    Viewing Angle and Finishing Maple Plywood
    Selecting a plywood with the right kind of veneer may help this finisher avoid the "barber-pole" effect caused by different orientations of light and viewpoint. January 9, 2007

    Straight Line Rip Saw Versus Gang Rip Saw
    A discussion of the pros and cons of lumber ripping machinery. July 28, 2012

    Will a Boost Fan Step Up Dust Collector Capacity?
    A woodworker adds a new piece of equipment, and wants to know whether adding a boost fan will enable his existing dust collection system to handle the increased requirement. April 17, 2009

    Water-Based Finishes for a Straw Board Product
    Advice on how to seal before staining, to minimize swelling and grain raise. October 2, 2005

    Will Sawmill Blade Lubricants Cause Trouble with Finishes?
    but here's a tip on how to test substances for troublesome interactions with finishes. April 9, 2007

    Staining Birch Bright Colors
    A cabinetmaker wants to stain birch a bright red, but still reveal some grain. Experts supply ideas. August 30, 2005

    Witness Lines from Shellac Application
    Advice on hand-applying and sanding shellac in combination with transtint dyes and linseed oil. July 7, 2011

    Shop-Rigged Task Lighting
    Ideas for task lighting that is there when you need it, out of the way when you don't. August 21, 2006

    Ultraviolet-Light Tracer Dye for Glue
    For easy detection of glue streaks before finishing, use a fluorescent glue or add a fluorescent additive. February 7, 2009

    Spindle Release Tool for a Vintage Shaper
    Vintage SCM shapers came with a special toothed pipe tool for removing the spindle attachment collar. March 16, 2015

    Sawing Elm with Off-Center Pith
    Off-center pith in a leaning tree is a sure sign of stressed wood, and the logs must be sawed with special care. May 11, 2005

    Spraying Oil Paint with a Pressure Pot
    Some finishers get good results with oil by over-thinning. August 12, 2014

    Straightening a Jointer Fence
    A discussion of high-tech, low-tech, and caveman-tech methods for making a bowed cast-iron jointer fence straight again. September 27, 2008

    Sealing the Edges of MDF
    Various suggestions for sealing the cut ends of MDF panels. November 13, 2005

    Troubleshooting Noisy Startup on a 12-Inch Jointer
    Could be a failing magnetic switch. November 16, 2010

    Thermwood CNC With E-Cabinets Software
    06/20/2014

    Why You Can't Recirculate Spray Booth Air
    Filtering and re-using spray room air is not feasible, as this thread explains. October 27, 2005

    Weight of Eastern Red Cedar
    Information on calculating the weight of Cedar lumber. January 8, 2010

    Separation of 844 Colorants
    Over time, stored colorants will clump or settle, and there's not much you can do to fix it. September 16, 2008

    Using Router Bits with a Shaper
    The proper spindles sizes are hard to find, and there's also debate about whether a shaper spins too slowly for router bits. Still, here is some practical advice. January 2, 2012

    Sawing square timbers
    Producing square timbers on the sawmill. November 15, 2000

    Substitutes for Mahogany Veneer
    Maple and birch have different grain structure from mahogany, but some sustainably harvested tropical species may come closer. May 28, 2006

    Usefulness of Alder Wood
    but it has its own good and bad points. June 28, 2005

    Square Pegs in Round Holes
    Quick tips on a custom historic detail touch. October 9, 2006

    Scribing to Cultured Stone
    This situation should have been avoided with prior planning — but since it was not, here's advice on scribing cabinetry to a rough stone wall.August 15, 2011

    Supplemental Heat for a Solar Kiln
    Kiln owners suggest ways to "bump up" the heat at the end of a drying cycle. October 20, 2005

    Veneering Over Pre-Finished Plywood
    A discussion about how to go about preparing prefinished plywood for an application of paper-backed veneer to one side. September 29, 2014

    Sanding an Inside Profile
    Cabinetmakers don't report much luck with machine sanding to remove cutter burns. July 11, 2007

    Troubleshooting Unwanted Crackle
    Crackle shows up in a catalyzed primer over vinyl sealer on stripped furniture. Why? October 17, 2012

    Sawing and Drying Less Common Species
    Sawyers give the Wood Doctor some feedback about lesser-used species such as Persimmon, Madrone, Boxelder, and Mulberry.September 5, 2011

    Tear-out on raised panel corners
    Eliminating corner tear-out on raised panel cabinet doors when using CNC equipment. November 7, 2000

    Turning Oak Blue
    12/05/2014

    Slabbing a Large Cherry Trunk
    Advice on getting the best from a large Cherry tree growing in the courtyard of a home. December 31, 2012

    Space Efficient Dust Collector Ideas
    Ways to shoehorn dust collection into tight quarters. February 26, 2007

    Stripping Conversion Varnish
    A finisher gets the lowdown on how to remove conversion varnish (and the stain under it) from a piece that was finished too dark. December 15, 2005

    Troubleshooting Bow in Kiln-Dried Cherry
    A discussion of the causes and possible cures for bowing of lumber. November 14, 2009

    Sanding Sealer: One Coat or Two?
    Finishers discuss sanding sealers, their purpose and attributes. August 6, 2010

    Sanding Plywood Bullnose Edges
    Advice on efficiently sanding the bullnosed edge of plywood panels before finishing. February 19, 2013

    V-Grooving for a Miter-Fold on a CNC
    Cutting a V-groove with a CNC's rotary bit has inherent limitations because of bit speed. But there are solutions. March 25, 2007

    Tung-Oil Floor Finishes
    Thoughts about the characteristics of floor finishes based on or including Tung oil. July 3, 2008

    What Transducers Do
    On CNC equipment, transducers are used to record actual machine motion for feedback to the controller, improving accuracy and preventing error. July 21, 2006

    Salvaging Wilt-Killed Red Oak
    Burn the sawdust and bark, and kiln-dry the lumber. December 11, 2006

    Title Block and Filename Conventions
    If you want to stay organized, it helps to have a system for naming CAD files and structuring title blocks. October 26, 2005

    Should Solid Surface Joints be Invisible?
    With some solid surface materials, joints are highly visible because the material is "directional" or otherwise non-uniform. April 20, 2011

    Wood Truck Bed Finish
    The advice in this thread about wood species and finish products for a wooden truck bed, applies equally well to any outdoor deck. October 26, 2005

    Tooling choices for solid surface
    Tooling and feed speed info for machining solid surface materials. November 7, 2000

    Spraying Stair Spindles
    Tips on holding stair balusters for spraying. December 2, 2009

    Soundproof Shop
    Considering noise reduction when building a shop. February 10, 2004

    Small Charges in the Drying Kiln
    Running the kiln partially loaded involves some tweaks and compromises. August 8, 2008

    Thinning of Polyurethane
    Thoughts on thinning polyurethane for spraying. November 25, 2008

    Spraying polyurethane
    Sources for information on spray finishing techniques and equipment. July 18, 2000

    Third-Party Alternatives to Adobe Acrobat
    Advice on PDF creation and editing software, beyond the Adobe products. June 11, 2010

    Surface Feel of Spray-Applied Acrylic Paint
    Pigment characteristics and a rapid dry time seem to affect the surface smoothness of paint. March 12, 2015

    Window Sash Shaper Cutters for Outswing Casement Windows
    Outswing windows are a challenge for toolmakers and woodworkers. Here is some info. January 2, 2012

    Vacuum Lifters for Melamine Sheets
    Advice on shopping for shop equipment that takes the heavy lifting out of loading melamine onto the CNC table. July 15, 2014

    "Silver" Finish Formulas
    Suggestions for applying a silvery metallic base coat with a clear top coat. December 8, 2006

    Staining a Beech Kitchen
    If you use Beech as a substitute for Alder, achieving a consistent finish tone can be a tricky problem. July 27, 2008

    Veneer Thickness and Sanding Tolerances
    Veneer thick enough for heavy sanding is hard to find, so learn to use a light touch. June 18, 2009

    Sawing Walnut for High-Quality 5/4 Lumber
    Tips on working with a big Walnut log to get high-grade five-quarter lumber. May 18, 2010

    Yield from Small Logs
    Rough rules of thumb for estimating the expected yield from sawing small logs. March 14, 2006

    Warpage in maple door panels
    Despite a careful glue-up, a woodworker gets warpage in door panels. June 14, 2000

    Translating British Finishing Terms
    What the heck does this British book mean by "white spirits" and "distemper"? Glad you asked, old chap. January 27, 2007

    Substrate for Laminating Cabinet Doors
    Plywood cores are not recommended for laminate cabinet doors (MDF, particleboard, or plywood-core MDF are better). July 26, 2010

    Taking a Red Undertone from Alder
    Green is the opposite of red on the color wheel, but some fine fiddling with yellow and blue may be needed to balance out a too-red tone. September 26, 2013

    Waxing Machine Tops
    Keep it simple. March 25, 2007

    Veneering to a Bendable Substrate
    Tips on getting a smooth, curved veneer face. October 2, 2006

    Troubleshooting Sags When Spraying Alkyd Enamel
    Tip size and spraying method may be at fault; here's advice on causes and cures for sagging paint finish on cabinets. May 23, 2007

    Wood Identification Tips
    Chemical tests don't work for most species, and identifying by eye takes practice. October 8, 2005

    Sequencing Tasks to Optimize Workflow
    Quick tips on organizing cabinetmaking tasks for efficiency. February 13, 2013

    Troubleshooting Soft, Tacky Conversion Varnish
    wrong catalyst. January 24, 2014

    Understanding Chip Load
    Explaining the term "chip load" --what it means, and why it matters. June 19, 2005

    Water-Based Glue, Lamination, and Warping
    Using water-based adhesives for laminating to wood-fiber panels can cause the panels to warp. To prevent, laminate both sides. May 20, 2006

    Troubleshooting Out-of-Level Machining on a CNC Router
    Problems with a mis-alignment between the CNC gantry and the table. February 12, 2010

    Thinner for Wood Filler
    Advice on storing, reconstituting, or thinning solvent-based wood fillers. August 8, 2008

    Sliding Table Saw Slider Elevation
    Why the slider is positioned slightly above the main table, and how to compensate when using the machine to rip hardwood. February 26, 2007

    Treating to Inhibit Blue Stain
    December 6, 2009

    Sawing Timbers for Timber Frame
    Softwood and hardwood behave differently, but in either case "box-heart" sawing tends to minimize drying movement and checking. January 11, 2007

    Sprayer Type and Finish Quality
    In expert hands, either HVLP or air-assisted spray guns can turn out premium work. The difference is really more about efficiency, economy, and equipment durability. October 28, 2005

    Veneer Splicer Problems 2: Mismatching
    Troubleshooting checklist to identify and resolve maintenance issues that can cause operating problems with veneer splicing equipment. January 4, 2007

    Sealing Over Nitrocellulose on Existing Cabinets
    Nothing beats shellac for sealing between coats. June 18, 2009

    Tack Rags Versus Spray Dust Remover
    Tips for dust removal between coats. August 3, 2009

    Spray-Gun Choice for Latex
    Tips on equipment suited for spraying latex paint. March 26, 2009

    What's sealed, what isn't?
    Should all accessible surfaces of wood projects be sealed? July 26, 2000

    Straight Knives Versus Spiral Knives in a Planer
    Pros and cons of helical and straight planer knives, and some tips on quality control. February 27, 2007

    Securing Island Cabinets with Leg Levelers
    Installers share thoughts on the best way to lock island cabinets into place when set on leg levelers. September 4, 2005

    Slat Walls -What To Charge
    05/29/2012

    Safety Air Switch Logic for Clamps
    Advice on sources for pneumatic clamps that require two-handed actuation for safety. August 30, 2010

    Stacking Painted Items
    What can you layer between painted items in a stack to keep them from sticking together in shipment or storage? June 8, 2011

    Wiping Stain Rags
    Finishers tell what material they prefer for rags, and why. October 26, 2005

    Water-Mark Stain Distressing
    Suggested ways to imitate the look of antique water stains in new work. March 29, 2008

    Shopping for an Edge-Gluing Veneer Splicer
    Advice (and some sales pitches) on veneer splicer options. April 18, 2010

    Shimming Baseboard Moulding with Screws
    Tips on dialing in the position of baseboard using shims or screws. February 15, 2015

    Switches for Dust Collection Systems
    Shop owners discuss their solutions for remotely controlling a 220-volt dust collection system. October 20, 2013

    Strengthening Commercial Cabinet Door Hinge Connections
    Advice on preventing or repairing screw pull-out where hinges are attached to particleboard doors. December 27, 2008

    Setting Up to Produce Dentil Moulding
    Suggestions for fast ways to make dentil mouldings. December 27, 2008

    Veneer Panel Inlay Problem
    "Lumpy" veneer causes trouble when routing for veneer inlay. Rigid glue and panel sanding are the suggested solution. January 13, 2006

    Straight Line Rip Saw Problems 4: Troubleshooting Wedges
    Checklist for identifying and correcting problems that can cause a straight line rip saw to cut out of parallel. January 4, 2007

    Water Damage to Glued Cherry
    Glued-up wide Cherry boards got rained on. What's the best hope for salvage? January 18, 2011

    Travel Blocks/ Skid Blocks
    10/24/2014

    Shopping for a Widebelt Sander
    A few suggestions about characteristics to consider when considering a purchase of a second-hand widebelt sander. September 18, 2014

    Quick Outdoor Pop-Up Shelters for On-Site Carpentry
    Tips on using quick, cheap fabric structures for temporary work shelter on trim jobs. December 27, 2008

    The Look of Hand-Hewn with Power Tools
    A curved power-planer or planer knife can approximate the look, but for the real thing you need the hand tool (an adze). December 15, 2005

    Wide Solid Wood Stair Treads
    Relief cuts on the underside of a wide stair tread can reduce the risk of cupping in service. April 4, 2011

    Thickness Adjustment for a Widebelt Sander
    Here's how to calibrate the panel thickness readout on an SCM Sandya widebelt. July 29, 2012

    Smooth Plywood Cuts with CNC Equipment
    Advice on preventing "fuzz" when cutting out plywood parts. October 26, 2005

    Width Limit of a Glued Tenon
    but what are the limits? March 12, 2006

    Toning and Shading with Water-Borne Finishes
    Quick tips on toning and shading. December 8, 2006

    Tips on Hanging Upper Cabinets
    Here are a couple of useful ideas to making hanging upper cabinets easier. August 13, 2007

    Shipping Plywood
    06/30/2014

    Shrinkage and Laminate Seam Tightness
    As a wood-based product, laminate changes dimension in response to variations in ambient moisture. This can create gaps at joints or seams. April 4, 2011

    Spice Racks on Doors
    Tips for building spice racks into door backs. May 14, 2006

    Treating Blue Stain on Log Cabin Logs
    Advice on cleaning air-dried cabin logs to remove blue stain. October 19, 2014

    Woods that Match Well with Natural Pine
    Thoughts on wood species that pair well visually with Pine. October 1, 2010

    Water-based lacquer for small shops
    Things small shops should consider when switching to water-based lacquers. 1998.

    Top Laminating/Banding
    12/10/2014

    2D Shots of 3D Objects
    When you have a three-dimensional CAD object and you need a two-dimensional version, you have several options. January 21, 2010

    Shopbot Cnc
    01/26/2015

    Troubleshooting Chipping when Cutting Acrylic on the CNC
    Bit issues and speed settings can create chipping problems when machining acrylic. June 17, 2009

    Steam-Bending Plywood ...
    ... does not work. May 15, 2011

    Spraying Contact Cement
    Woodworkers report success using spray equipment to apply contact adhesive. May 20, 2006

    Spiral Stair Kit Sources
    Advice on shopping for a spiral staircase package. March 26, 2010

    Will Cyanoacrylate Adhesive Accelerators Harm Finishes?
    Be careful with the activator used to set quick-setting adhesives like FastCap's 2P-10. They can attack some finishes or even discolor stone. February 27, 2015

    Touch Latches and Inset Doors
    Quick tips on making a touch latch work with an inset cabinet door. December 27, 2006

    Spindle Sander Safety
    Spindle sanders are dangerous. January 15, 2008

    Wide belt sanders for moulding
    Can the same finish quality be attained with a wide belt sander as with a random orbit sander? April 25, 2001

    When You Forget the Catalyst
    What to do if you forget to add catalyst to your post-cat primer. June 17, 2009

    When to Apply Glaze
    Finishers share their procedures. February 26, 2005

    Top and Bottom Rounding Over and Sanding on the CNC
    Back-side machining (but not sanding) of complex shapes is practical on a CNC equipped with pods. October 15, 2009

    Silicone Oil Additives with Conversion Varnish
    Thoughts on the compatibility of silicone smoothing additives with various finish types. June 7, 2011

    Shagbark hickory characteristics
    September 6, 2000

    Troubleshooting Paper "Creep" on a Drum Sander
    Quick tips on keeping the sandpaper tight on a drum sander. June 18, 2010

    Tiger Stop Stretched Belt
    The belts on an automated stop system may stretch in service over time and require replacing to maintain accuracy. January 9, 2015

    Winter Time Sawing And Stacking Tips
    11/30/2013

    Unfolding and Flattening CNC Design Options
    Is there software out there for creating a design to be machined on a flat surface, then wrapped around a 3D shape? Here are some suggestions. January 27, 2008

    Which Of The Following Wood Types Are Valuable?
    10/06/2014

    Teak Tips
    Tips for gluing this oily wood - 1998

    The Illusion of Age
    Creating a distressed finish is like playing a musical instrument, explains expert finisher Ron Bryze. September 18, 2009

    Slippery Plastic for Machinery
    Ultra high molecular weight (UHMW) polyethylene can be used to make wood glide smoothly over wear surfaces. July 3, 2008

    Scragg mill: Defined
    A description of the functions of a scragg mill. November 29, 2000

    Sanding Carved Profiles
    A small sand-blaster can be used for smoothing intricate carved profiles. September 19, 2009

    Wall Mountings, Hardware For Plywood
    02/01/2014

    Sanding Through Layers to Match a Finish
    By carefully sanding through one layer at a time, you can learn something about how the finish was applied. March 8, 2007

    Surface Checks In 8/4 White Ash
    10/23/2012

    First Employee Hired...work Contract Needed?
    07/13/2014

    Longitudinal Versus Tangential Stress
    A discussion of how to evaluate and troubleshoot drying stress in kiln-dried lumber. June 13, 2014

    Sawing High-Growth-Stress Wood
    Logs will bend in the mill if you don't turn them frequently. February 26, 2005

    Controlling and Estimating Finish Thickness
    A cabinetmaker facing a lawsuit learns a few basic concepts about wet and dry finish thickness. January 24, 2014

    Fundamentals of Estimating
    How does a newcomer learn the basics of estimating cabinet work?

    Veneering a Top: Which Face First?
    Which do you veneer first: top and bottom, or edges? June 8, 2008

    Managing Drying Stress and Cracking
    Shrinkage cracking and stress cracking are tough to control. November 14, 2009

    Estimating Blade Sharpness by Temperature
    Blades heat up more as they get dull, but other factors can also have this effect. March 31, 2008

    Kitchen Cabinets and Floors — Which Should Be Installed First?
    The decision affects both trades, and there's more than one well-reasoned opinion posted here. May 6, 2007

    Mahogany Versus Sapele for an Outdoor Structure
    A long discussion about different flavors of Mahogany, their sources and qualities, and how they compare with Sapele for durability and quality. March 26, 2010

    Moulding Quality Issues
    A batch of mouldings with quality problems sets off a discussion of proper dimensions, back-relief, and surface smoothness for base, casing, and jamb stock. December 15, 2005

    Handling a Dispute over a Glazed Cabinet
    The work's done, but the designer doesn't like the glaze job, and the customer wants a refund. What have we learned here? April 29, 2012

    How Not to Sand Through Corners
    Advice on avoiding breaking through the stain on the corners of pieces when sanding between coats. March 3, 2006

    Problems with Chinese Plywood
    Cabinetmakers report widespread quality and performance problems with hardwood plywood imported from China. May 22, 2007

    Keeping the Glue Pot Clean
    This thread starts with a question about glue brands, but evolves into a discussion about how to operate the glue-pot edgebander to avoid charring of glue and reduce the need for cleaning the equipment. November 2, 2010

    MDF as Interior Trim
    Does MDF make good trim, especially in a humid climate? Pros share their observations. December 20, 2005

    Feets Don't Fail Me Now
    All day on on your feet on a concrete shop floor is an rX for full-body pain. In this thread from the Cabinetmaking forum, old hands with old feet tell where they stand on personal footwear. October 1, 2005

    Rough lumber dimensions
    Understanding basic lumber dimensions and how to calculate board footage. April 20, 2001

    Moisture content oven tests
    Microwave ovens versus drying ovens for MC testing. October 30, 2002

    Forced-Air Shop Heat Versus Radiant Heating
    A few thoughts on the effect different heating system types have on comfort for people, and conditions for wood or machinery. April 10, 2008

    Is a Vacuum Bed Necessary?
    CNC owners discuss the types of work that benefit from vacuum-table equipment, and describe other methods for holding parts down. November 8, 2007

    Outsourcing drawings
    Positive and negative experiences from those who have hired the job out. October 30, 2002

    Excessive Wood Movement in Outdoor Trim
    Woodworkers troubleshoot wood movement and joint problems with base trim applied to an outdoor column. January 9, 2008

    Finding Compound Angles for Crown Moulding
    This discussion of cutting crown molding includes a set of tables for determining angle and bevel cuts when cutting flat on the saw table. April 20, 2007

    Locating and Fabricating Countertop Corner Seams
    Advice for a first-timer on making the corner joint in an L-shaped laminate countertop. May 31, 2010

    Polyethylene Versus Wood for Drawer Runners
    A discussion of practical issues with ultra high molecular weight (UHMW) polyethylene drawer slides, and the all wood alternatives. April 10, 2008

    Round Dining Table Dimensions
    A conversation about choosing the size for a dining table meant to seat 8 people. September 3, 2011

    Exterior Door Construction Details
    A discussion of the relative merits of mortise and tenon versus dowel construction. July 3, 2006

    Plywood Quality Issues
    An in-depth discussion of quality concerns regarding hardwood plywood, with details on the way various plywood flavors are put together. December 30, 2005

    Liability for Breakage
    Broken stuff happens. Who should hold the bag? Business owners look at a case of broken glassware and discuss the ins and outs of taking responsibility. July 24, 2005

    Epoxy for Joinery in the Marine Environment
    Whether as an adhesive or a finish, epoxy will face unusual stresses when used for yacht construction. January 12, 2009

    Edgebander Glue Pot Troubleshooting and Maintenance
    Getting into the nuts and bolts of an underperforming edgebander. April 10, 2012

    Hidden Room (Secret Door) Details
    Tips on hardware and other details for concealing a door by disguising it as a bookshelf, pool-cue rack, or the like. February 8, 2008

    Routing and Sanding Pine End Grain
    Rough end grain is hard to help with softwood, but here are a few handfuls of advice. January 20, 2007

    Moisture and Wood Movement In Kiln-Dried Versus Air-Dried Lumber
    In principle, wood's response to moisture changes is the same, no matter how the wood was dried. In practice, there may be a slight difference. July 23, 2014

    Rapid Dulling in Planer Knives: What's Wrong?
    Trying to figure out why knives go dull so fast in a planing operation that handles both reclaimed and freshly sawn lumber. January 14, 2008

    Interesting Conversation With Employee
    03/08/2014

    Pricing Finished Versus Unfinished Cabinetry
    Thoughts on breaking the cost of finishing out of the cost of a cabinet job. March 26, 2010

    Resources/leads For Spec Custom Furniture/fixtures
    08/17/2014

    Making Concrete Countertops
    Fabricating concrete countertops is not rocket science, but it takes practice — and it isn't cheap. March 26, 2007

    Repairing a Broken Lathe-Turned Table Leg
    There's more than one way to drill out, glue, and splint a busted table leg — and many opinions on which way is the best. November 14, 2014

    Farm Sink Mounting Details
    For a custom kitchen, confusion arises over how the farmhouse sink is intended to be mounted. Learn more here about farm sinks and how they fit in. April 9, 2008

    Face frame clamping options
    Woodworkers discuss their clamping systems and share pictures of what works for them. July 24, 2001

    Mystery Spots on Finished MDF
    Finishers try to figure out why pale pink spots keep materializing through opaque finishes on MDF panels. November 25, 2008

    Retainage, what is it?
    Retainage is defined and a lively discussion ensues. June 6, 2000

    Effects of environmental awareness?
    Lumber processors discuss the market effects of buyer awareness of environmental issues. August 23, 2000

    Glue Bond Failure in "Mahogany"
    Tropical hardwoods may resist glue absorption, leading to failed bonds. Here are helpful tips on prepping the surfaces. December 2, 2006

    Pricing for Portable Sawmill Sawing Services
    Whether pricing by the board foot or by the hour, make a good accounting of your costs before you set your rates. November 5, 2013

    Lighting the Sanding Table for Quality Control
    Ideas for how to supply raking light on the workpiece to make sanding imperfections easily observable. June 28, 2007

    Lubricating a Sliding Table Saw
    Views on how to stop a slider from squeaking. December 10, 2007

    French Cleat for Wall Cabinets
    Custom-built and manufactured options for hanging cabinets from the back. August 30, 2010

    Entry Door Ideas for a Jacuzzi Building
    Thoughts on building a durable exterior door able to withstand the steamy environment of a room housing a hot tub. December 14, 2009

    Rights to photograph work
    Who owns the photographs of work done under someone else's employ? March 23, 2002

    Partnership plusses and pitfalls
    The dynamics of going into business with the boss. March 23, 2002

    Odd Light Spots on Finished Cherry
    Is it glue marks? Fingerprints? Bad sanding? Cabinetmakers try to get to the bottom of a peculiar finish defect in stained Cherry. July 28, 2012

    Health Insurance for Employees
    Shop owners discuss the ins and outs of employer-sponsored health insurance plans. November 10, 2005

    Pricing Solid-Surface Countertops
    To make money fabricating and installing solid-surface counters, be sure to charge for all the incidental costs. September 23, 2006

    Inset Drawer Stops
    With inset face frame cabinets, making drawers stop just flush with the frame is tricky. Here are tips on hardware solutions and a "hillbilly rig." December 26, 2006

    Flatsawn to Quartersawn
    Cutting both types of lumber. December 17, 2003

    Finish Choices for a Mahogany Exterior Door
    The perennial problem: a clear finish tough enough for outdoor exposure. Bottom line, there's no such thing: sooner or later, the door will need recoating. Here, pros consider the tradeoff between the durability of the initial application and the difficulty of the eventual refinish job. June 28, 200 ......

    Output Volume Per Employee
    A rough rule of thumb holds that cabinet shops should put out $100,000 per worker per year. In this thread, owners consider the fine points and exceptions. September 4, 2005

    Fragile Points on Textured MDF
    High-density fiberboard may be better than medium-density fiberboard for sculpting a contoured surface. September 28, 2009

    Gluing Solid Wood Edging to Plywood Shelves
    A question about clamps leads to a detailed discussion of slick ways to glue solid edging onto plywood. November 21, 2005

    Eliminating springback problems
    Determining the radius to aim for when creating a curve with vac-laminated plywood. September 23, 2003

    Preventing Insect Infestation in Lumber Production
    Pesticides have limited usefulness and significant hazards. Good yard hygeine and application of heat are the more practical choices. February 14, 2006

    Exterior glues
    Recommendations and opinions about various weather-resistant glues. February 13, 2001

    Moving to Metric
    Tips on making the transition as smooth as possible. September 9, 2004

    Hiring a Woodshop Helper
    Advice on hiring the right person for the right wage for general shop labor. April 22, 2014

    Reviving an Old Sharpening Stone
    Here's the story of an old, legacy grinding wheel and the difficulties a woodworker encountered while trying to make it work again. January 2, 2012

    Powering a Slider with a Rotary Phase Converter
    Assessing whether a phase converter has the capacity to power a piece of equipment, and avoiding damage to the electronic controls of the machine. March 27, 2012

    How to Charge for Custom Sawing
    A discussion of realistic fees for sawing a customer's logs at their location with a portable mill. January 14, 2008

    Liming a red oak door
    The proper procedure for attaining a subtle white finish. November 29, 2000

    Is Vacuum Dried Wood Stronger?
    With so many variables to control, it's hard to be sure whether any particular drying system gives better results in terms of wood properties. October 29, 2012

    Reproducing Historic Wood Columns
    Advice on adhesives, assembling and joining the staves, and woodturning methods for replicating historic old architectural columns. May 12, 2013

    Making an Antiqued Round Solid Wood Slab Table Top
    How to make a heavy solid wood table top and give it that "old and busted" look. July 24, 2006

    Pine Board Sheathing for Homes
    Works fine in most cases — here's some useful advice about practicalities and codes. July 14, 2010

    Face Frame Dadoing
    A frameless pro gets advice on fitting face frames to cabinets for the first time. January 19, 2011

    Improving Moulder Efficiency
    Two guys have their hands full trying to satisfy a busy shop's moulding needs. Here, they get some advice on how to streamline their operation. March 29, 2006

    MDF and Wood Veneer
    Cabinetmaker using veneer over MDF wonders about balancing the veneer and using a "crossband" layer. He gets detailed advice from a full-time veneering professional. June 28, 2005

    Fuming white oak
    A description of the effect, and the chemical reaction that creates it. November 26, 2001

    Red Alder Pros and Cons -- Pricing, Availability, Usefulness
    Pros discuss the cost, availability, and characteristics of Red Alder solid stock and sheet goods. February 25, 2005

    Flat Faces on Shop-Built Doors
    An exchange of views on lumber handling, door assembly, tolerances, and the meaning of "high end." June 18, 2005

    Filling End-Grain Cracks in Slabs
    Finishers discuss reinforced epoxy and similar crack-filling materials. September 29, 2009

    Efficiency of nested-based manufacturing
    How much time can be saved? January 16, 2002

    Exterminating Insects in Furniture
    A table built from old wood previously stored in a barn now has "old house borers." The solutions are fumigation or heat. March 13, 2007

    Just Trying to Get Paid
    Here's a long story with color commentary about getting stiffed on a job, filing a lien, contacting the owner, and finally picking up a check. September 27, 2008

    Mitering End Panels to Face Frames
    Advice on machining and fastening the long joint where an end panel meets a face frame. July 25, 2010

    Fireplace Mantel Clearances
    A discussion of national codes and local variations concerning the clearance from a fireplace opening to nearby combustible surfaces. January 12, 2009

    Hourly Shop Rate, Overhead, and Labor Burden
    Shop owners discuss the factors that go into setting a profitable hourly shop rate. February 11, 2009

    Is this "Fixed" Shelving?
    Does a peg-bracket shelf with screws added to secure it fit the definition of a "fixed" shelf? May 5, 2007

    Flambee that Piano, Old-Timer
    Do not try this "light the piano on fire" trick at home. These men are untrained professionals. September 26, 2006

    Roughsawn Hemlock for Framing Lumber
    Thoughts and advice on sawing up hemlock to use for house framing. October 20, 2005

    Is a Website Valuable for a Woodworking Business?
    Woodworkers tell how having a website has helped their businesses. November 26, 2007

    Repairing Bubbles in a Laminate Countertop
    You can fix a contact-cement adhesion problem with a hot iron. Also, here is some advice on contact cement application equipment. August 15, 2011

    Exterior Priming and Back-Priming
    Woodworkers debate whether shellac should be used for exterior priming. Manufacturers don't recommend it, but anecdotal experience varies. June 17, 2012

    Face Frame Dimensions and Fastening Issues
    A tricky little puzzle about face frame screw assembly, based on a particular dadoed face frame detail. April 10, 2008

    Haggling Over Prices
    How to respond when a high-end custom client wants to beat down your price for custom work. October 25, 2006

    Pocket-Screw Drawer Assembly
    Ideas for constructing drawers with pocket-screw joinery. December 10, 2007

    Modifying Chainsaw Mill Chain Length
    Advice on lengthening, shortening, or patching chainsaw mill chains. June 9, 2007

    Glazed Finish Schedule
    Finishers discuss a proposed finishing schedule for a glazed finish. April 30, 2006

    Finessing Oak Color Differences
    Ways to tone away the color variations in a batch of oak mouldings. June 8, 2008

    Installing cabinets over tile
    Tying kicks to a tile floor, and the complications presented by floor-integrated radiant heating. February 19, 2002

    Routing Flutes Across a Board: CNC Versus Jig Rig
    This thread has some practical suggestions for routing flutes across the width of a board, and some good arguments for farming the job out to a shop with a CNC. August 5, 2010

    Rotating logs when sawing
    Advantages and disadvantages of turning logs 180 degrees when sawing. January 4, 2001

    Refunding Customer Deposits
    Cabinetmakers discuss the ethics and business sense of refunding all or part of a deposit when the customer backs out of the deal.December 28, 2005

    No-Nail Wall Paneling Install
    French cleats or Z-clips? Pros share tips and tricks. June 16, 2005

    Lazy Susan Door Fit Issues
    Door tolerances and operation can create problems at the time of installation with lazy Susan corner cabinets. November 13, 2009

    Fan Motor Switch Tripping Problem in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Troubleshooting a fan performance issue in a dehumidifier kiln. October 15, 2010

    How to quartersaw
    Sawyers share details and pictures of their preferred methods. May 17, 2003

    Milling lumber from logs
    Here's the steps it takes to harvest, skid, and mill a log into lumber using my Norwood Lumbermate band saw mill. April 25, 2001

    Hardwood Lumber Kiln Schedules
    Dr. Gene Wengert provides schedules for kiln drying hardwood lumber. 1998.

    Lipping the Wood Edge of a Laminate Table Top
    Advice on setting up to make wood edges flush to laminate table tops on a production basis. July 3, 2008

    Electric Cost For Molder
    07/17/2014

    Finishes for Birdseye Maple Veneer
    Ideas for enhancing the grain figure of birdseye Maple. February 21, 2011

    Out-of-Whack Floor Cabinet Installation Choices
    Cabinet installers discuss leg levelers and other methods of installing base cabinets when floor levels vary. December 27, 2008

    Machining and Gluing Challenges with Ipe
    Here are a few tips and cautions about working with Ipe wood, especially the difficult problem of achieving a lasting glue bond. October 11, 2012

    Reclaimed Wood Flooring Over Concrete
    Advice on vapor barrier installation and attachment method for an unusual floor assembly. May 19, 2011

    Machining Solid Surface Material on the CNC
    Advice on bits and feed speeds for milling solid surfacing. September 18, 2014

    Reattaching Neoprene Mounts on an Eames Lounge Chair
    These well-known, valuable chairs seem to have an Achilles heel — a neoprene part that ages and fails. Here's advice on fixing it. January 20, 2010

    Filling Pores in Painted Oak Cabinets
    Finishers have suggestions for filling grain and pores before the first coat. But after the paint or coating is on, it's tough. December 6, 2011

    Priming MDF Edges for Finishing
    MDF edges tend to soak up finishes. Here are multiple suggestions for prepping the cut edge so it won't need endless re-coats. February 26, 2007

    LEED Chain of Custody Confusion
    A cabinetmaker gets into trouble because of mis-communication over LEED standards on a job. May 20, 2009

    Hanging Pocket Doors in a Half-Round-Top Opening
    Thoughts on an unusual door situation: a pocket door in an arched opening. April 24, 2009

    Machining Curved Crown Moulding
    Pros describe how they manufacture small runs of crown moulding to curve around outside corners. November 8, 2008

    From Slab to Tabletop
    How one craftsman took a big chunk of tree and turned it into furniture. January 27, 2007

    Rotary Phase Converters
    Some modern three-phase machinery requires high-quality power, which requires careful shopping when you're buying a phase converter. March 16, 2015

    Holzher Edgebander
    01/08/2015

    Ripping an Acute Angle
    For a tricky millwork installation, the woodworker needs to rip a 65-degree angle on a plywood edge. Colleagues offer solutions. November 10, 2006

    Fish-Eye Problem in Re-Finish Following Water Damage
    The story starts with water damage to a conference table caused by leaks during a re-roof of the building, and just gets better from there. August 22, 2013

    Engineering a Wide Pull-Out Table
    Furnituremakers puzzle over ways to construct to a wide-span, narrow table able to roll away from the wall as needed. November 3, 2010

    Green Cedar, Wood Shrinkage, and Furniture Joinery
    A discussion of whether to worry about what's green and what's dry when making roundwood furniture from Cedar. June 30, 2009

    Final Buffing Steps for a Guitar Finish
    Advice on how to go beyond fine-grit sanding and remove fine scratches. January 27, 2007

    Rough-Cutting Irregular Shapes Out of Laminate
    Suggestions for cutting odd-shaped pieces laminate to rough size. April 20, 2007

    Red oak drying problems
    Troubleshooting a problem of varying moisture contents in loads of kiln-dried red oak. March 20, 2001

    Kiln insulation
    A discussion of good insulations types for kilns and information on R values. February 7, 2001

    Refinishing Doors Dulled by Cleaning Products
    It's a case of over-zealous cleaning. What's the fix? November 15, 2010

    Hinge Hardware for a Pivoting Round Window
    A discussion on finding replacement mounting hardware for a restored round window that has to pivot in at the top, out at the bottom. November 2, 2010

    Individual Dust Collectors Versus a Centralized System
    Centralized setups save labor, but your whole shop is vulnerable to a breakdown on one machine. May 14, 2006

    Glue for Laying Up an Overhanging Wood Countertop
    What kind of adhesive will work well for a wood countertop subject to some unusual structural stresses? July 9, 2007

    Humidity, Moisture Content, and Lumber Storage
    Lumber moisture content equilibrates to ambient relative humidity. Here are details. December 9, 2010

    Hardened or Coated-Steel Knife Material
    Use and value considerations of plasma-coated or hardened cutters. August 30, 2007

    Hand-Peeling and Hand-Hewing Logs
    Hand tools and techniques for de-barking logs and squaring timbers. May 9, 2007

    Joint Telegraphing Problem with Conversion Varnish
    Trying to identify causes and solutions for lines that show up at wood joints late in the finishing process. February 29, 2012

    Repairing Humidifier Damage
    Working from a photo, finishers make educated guesses about moisture damage to what looks like an old shellac finish. April 10, 2008

    Mahogany Bar Top Advice
    Thoughts on how to build and finish a bar top made of three-inch-thick Mahogany. November 30, 2009

    Fabricating a Curved Jamb
    Laminating, piecing together, or sawing out of large stock: there's more than one way to build an arched door jamb. April 18, 2015

    Milling Valley Oak
    Advice on getting some value out of a bodacious tree trunk from the hills outside San Francisco. January 17, 2011

    Rare Earth Magnets as Inset Door Catches
    Tips on using magnets as hidden door catches. October 27, 2009

    Managing Maple Trees in a Mixed Woods
    There's good advice here on managing a mixed hardwood stand for long-term value and forest health. June 14, 2014

    Making a Wood Edge Flush with a Laminate Top
    Flushing up the top surface of a wood-edged laminate countertop is tricky, any way you do it. Here are some suggestions. April 10, 2007

    Pigmented CV for Paint-Grade Kitchens
    Conversion varnish makes a good opaque finish, but good prep and application are important. May 15, 2012

    Flush-Cutting Fiber-Cement Siding
    Installers look for an easy way to cut fiber-cement siding in place for a window flashing retrofit. October 27, 2009

    Getting a Table-Top Finish Perfectly Smooth
    How do you get a conference table top dead flat and smooth, with a glossy finish? Construction, finishing, and sanding all play a role. December 27, 2006

    Pre-Mill Capability on an Edgebander
    Advice on how to take best advantage of the pre-mill function on a new edgebander. May 23, 2007

    Keeping Dust Out Of Office
    Strategies for isolating the office air from the shop air to control dust. April 19, 2015

    Mounting a Power Feeder to the Shaper
    Drilling and tapping the shaper table, rigging a stand-alone mount, and other fine points of setting up a power feeder for the shaper. August 15, 2006

    Removing Lacquer Without Removing Stain
    A guitar repair job brings up the tricky problem of how to gently remove lacquer from a stained piece. March 8, 2007

    Humidity and Raised Glue Lines in Furniture
    A closer look at detectable raised glue lines that appear in solid wood joints, related to humidity changes. December 16, 2011

    Holly Staining: Fungus or Pigment?
    Holly stains if it's not dried quickly and properly. But what's the real cause? A scientist weighs in on samples collected by a sawyer. July 12, 2005

    Plywood Inconsistencies
    Advice on shopping for cabinet-grade plywood with a consistent thickness. October 13, 2010

    Is Joining the Cabinetmakers Association Worthwhile?
    Some members say that active participation in the CMA has boosted their businesses. May 31, 2014

    Flat Doors for an Appliance Armoire
    What materials would you use for flat-panel doors on a cabinet that will hold a mini-fridge and coffeemaker? February 27, 2015

    Extending Wet Time with Pigmented Varnish
    Using an airless air-assisted gun and a pigmented varnish, a finisher has trouble keeping the large cabinets wet to avoid overspray problems. Here, he gets advice about formulas and tip sizes that may solve his problem. December 15, 2005

    Raised Panel Bits for Routers
    Shapers are more powerful, but vertical raised panel bits put door panels within the reach of a good router. April 30, 2009

    Elevated Moisture Readings after Planing
    Wood that is not uniformly dry will read higher after planing; and the results vary between pin meters and pinless models. June 4, 2012

    Rip Saw Kick-Back Prevention
    Pondering how to prevent a recurrence of a rip-saw accident that sent the off-cut flying and crushed a finger. December 14, 2009

    Kiln Tech Needs Pointers
    12/14/2012

    Living Quarters in the Shop
    Plenty of people have a shop in their home, but a home in their shop? Believe it or not, people do it — and some of them like it. April 24, 2006

    Pricing Feedback on a Built-In Entertainment Center
    Cabinetmakers offer their guesstimates on a reasonable price for a typical built-in. April 21, 2008

    Oak, Gum or Tupelo?
    Another wood identification problem. January 29, 2009

    Leg Levelers 101
    A beginner learns the basics about adjustable cabinet leg hardware. August 3, 2005

    Router Bits for Raised Panels
    Horizontal versus vertical bits for cutting raised panels. January 28, 2004

    Finishing a Wood Cabinet in a Shower Area
    A commercial job in a wet area calls for extra-special care. December 6, 2011

    Hinge Choice for Larger Overlay
    Advice on designing face frame cabinets with overlay doors that are very close together at the edges. June 22, 2010

    Fastening Scribe Stiles
    Cabinet installers discuss ways to attach scribe stiles to cabinets when space is tight on all sides. May 6, 2006

    Refinishing Teak Outdoor Furniture
    The table in question might not even be Teak. But here are some thoughts about the choices for a natural-looking refinishing job. January 28, 2013

    Hand-Powered Saws for Milling Logs
    A discussion of pit saws and an idea for adapting a bandmill blade for a hand-powered frame saw. May 11, 2005

    Repairing Defects in Solid Walnut Slabs
    If you can't make your patches disappear, do 'em up in style and make 'em look good. January 26, 2008

    Finishing As A Percent Of Cost
    Breaking out the cost of finishing. April 10, 2005

    Geometry Problem: Preventing a Heavy Table from Tipping
    Furniture makers ponder how to determine the base dimensions required to ensure that a heavy table will not tip over. October 14, 2010

    Finishing Inside the Drawers of a Fine Walnut Vanity
    Advice on whether to finish the drawer interiors of a period furniture piece, and with what. February 26, 2007

    Running Face Frames to the Floor
    Ideas for a custom look with face-frame cabinetry. December 6, 2006

    Firewood kiln
    Methods and facilities used to dry firewood. November 26, 2001

    Job Descriptions
    A shop owner with 20 employees gets advice on creating employee job descriptions. November 10, 2005

    MDF for Built-In Closet Shelving
    A discussion of MDF's structural suitability for closet shelves and upright shelf support frames. March 3, 2009

    Ideas for Cabinet Feet
    Cabinetmakers discuss style ideas for feet on a kitchen sink cabinet. November 30, 2009

    Making Your Own Vacuum Bag
    Project too big for your vacuum bagger? Make your own bag with plastic sheeting. July 11, 2005

    Promoting blue stain
    How to promote this visual effect in a stack of red pine. March 21, 2002

    How to Secure Floating Panels
    Using spaceballs versus pinning panels at top and bottom center points. January 22, 2006

    Finished End Material For Painted Cabinets?
    11/16/2014

    Kiln Humidity Monitoring: In-Flow or Out-Flow?
    Standard practice is to monitor the characteristics of air before it enters the pile, but monitoring exiting air could work under some circumstances. July 29, 2012

    Portable Power Planer for Shop Use?
    Cabinetmakers tend to be dissatisfied with the performance of small hand-held power planers. For cabinet work you need real shop machinery. February 20, 2008

    Resources for conversion varnish
    Learning the fundamentals of finishing with CV. September 2, 2002

    Joint Tape "Shadows" -- at Veneer Seams
    Why does the area from which tape was removed accept stain differently? March 14, 2004

    Painting Exterior Wood
    What solid-color paint will hold up on an outdoor porch swing? Finishers kick around the choices. May 11, 2006

    Finishing Brightwork on Boats
    Sailors and woodworkers describe what boat finishing is really all about. March 28, 2012

    Festool
    01/06/2015

    Finishing a Hand-Scraped Wood Surface
    Finishers and furnituremakers discuss the fine points of scraping and hand-planing, and of applying finish to a hand-worked wood surface. February 15, 2015

    Fitting Frameless Cabinets Between Two Walls
    Thoughts on using filler strips to make the transition where frameless cabs fit into openings. September 27, 2009

    Employee Bonus Strategy
    Shop owners discuss whether, when and how to award employees a bonus after an outstanding month for the company. September 4, 2005

    Eliminating Burn Marks when Routing Flutes
    Tips on router techniques to prevent burning at the end of flutes, and on tools and methods for removing burn marks when they do happen. December 28, 2005

    Heavy-Duty Miter-Saw Choices
    Shop owners describe their experiences with industrial-grade cutoff saws and miter saws. July 29, 2011

    Ideas for weighting stickered lumber
    Options for applying weight to stickered, drying lumber are offered. August 10, 2000

    Economics of End-Coating to Prevent Checking
    If you look at the numbers, sealing log or board ends is worth the cost. June 13, 2014

    P2P Origin Placement
    Best postitioning for running gables on a point-to-point router. March 14, 2004

    Liquid Ring or Rotary Screw Vacuum Pump?
    Vacuum pump types compared. May 16, 2005

    Full Height Cabinets: Figuring Ceiling Clearance
    Figure the diagonal using math, or draw the piece full size, or check it in AutoCAD. Do this before you build it. January 26, 2008

    Preventing a Tool Holder from Sticking
    Some tool holders stick and make a "popping" sound. The solution: frequent cleaning. December 6, 2006

    Panel Saw Chips Melamine Inside The Book
    Voids between stacked pieces could be the culprit. April 10, 2005

    Finish Before or After Hinge Insertion?
    Press-in hinges raise the question of whether to spray cabinets before or after installing the hinges. November 6, 2007

    How milling impacts figure
    How milling influences figure in sawn lumber. November 15, 2000

    Managing Shrinkage in Log Slices
    Advice for a woodworker who wants to make cutting boards out of cross-section pieces sawn from whole logs. January 29, 2009

    Production Gains from a Horizontal Boring Machine
    Properly put to work, a boring machine make better use of your skilled labor, keep your shop cleaner, and help with build quality of your cabinetry. August 16, 2012

    Machinery to Replicate the Look of "Scrub Planing"
    Suggestions on ways to get the scalloped-surface look of an old-style scrub plane, using power equipment. January 8, 2010

    Hold-Down and Cooling Problems Cutting Metal
    Cooling solutions tend to make the table slippery and interfere with vacuum holding ability. Here are some tips for working with metal on the CNC. April 16, 2009

    Lumber drying for musical instruments
    Does the speed of the drying process affect a wood's musical quality?June 21, 2000

    Fabricating a Radius Stair Tread
    Woodworkers suggest various approaches to creating a large curved stair tread. February 16, 2014

    Monitoring Moisture Content During Kiln Drying
    At the critical early stages when wood moisture content is high, moisture meters are not accurate. Here are tips on keeping track of moisture throughout the drying process. May 17, 2011

    Installation Tips for Board and Batten Siding
    Nail location is important. November 28, 2006

    Re-Drying Wood from Outdoor Storage
    Advice on how to best restore wood to useability after it has been left partially exposed to weather in a shed. January 18, 2011

    Finishing Outdoor Teak
    No outdoor finish is permanent, but here are some reasonably durable options. August 30, 2005

    Interior and Exterior Wood Door Construction Specs
    Door makers discuss what is adequate thickness for large interior or exterior doors, and whether to laminate or use solid wood for stiles, rails, and panels. October 2, 2007

    Glazing Painted Cabinets
    09/26/2014

    Prepping End Grain for Finishing to Prevent Too-Dark Results
    There's more than one way to condition end grain so it won't soak up too much finish and look different when compared to the rest of the piece. November 15, 2010

    Protecting Cabinets from Shipping Damage
    Cabinets often suffer damage if shipped by truck or rail. Here's advice on packaging for protection. October 12, 2012

    Professional Brush Finishes
    Considering the finish options for a kitchen when the architect wants an old-fashioned brushed-on appearance. October 19, 2013

    Hiding Holes for Pocket Screws
    Ways to mask pocket screw holes, or at least make them inconspicuous. January 11, 2008

    Installing Backsplash
    Backsplash installation tips, including a cool new product. March 14, 2006

    Plywood and Lumber for Boat-Building
    Thoughts on suitable wooden boat construction materials, and where to get them. May 23, 2007

    Heating Laminate for Postforming
    A question about a slight delamination problem prompts a long set of tips about effective heating for postforming. February 1, 2015

    Evening Out the Color Variations in Cherry
    Playing with a color wheel will help you understand how to tone and stain Cherry when you want more uniformity. January 14, 2013

    Rolling Carts for the Shop
    Descriptions and photos of shop-built carts on wheels or casters, used for moving cabinets or materials around the shop. October 28, 2014

    Refinishing Failed Thermofoil Doors
    Is there a reliable way to strip and paint RTF doors that are delaminating badly, or is it wiser just to buy new MDF doors and start from scratch? May 12, 2013

    Making a Miter-Fold Joint
    Here's a detailed description of how to make a miter-fold corner with laminate material. July 3, 2008

    Halving Dowels
    Techniques and jigs for sawing round dowels in half lengthwise. July 9, 2009

    Hanging Narrow Cabinets when Studs Aren't Available
    Tips on supporting upper cabinets when sufficient nailing is not provided. August 23, 2006

    Resawing with a Bandsaw
    Fewer teeth makes for a cleaner cut. Here's why. July 28, 2006

    Refinishing a Wax-Finished Table Top
    Advice on removing and existing wax coating, sealing the piece with shellac, and applying a compatible lacquer topcoat. December 30, 2007

    Filtering out isocyanates
    Is an organic respirator capable of filtering out isocyanates? December 6, 2000

    Restaurant Table Refinishing
    A beginner gets advice on stripping and refinishing some restaurant table tops. July 29, 2007

    Repairing Solid Surface Seams
    An imperfect seam poses problems for a countertop installer. Here's the story, along with advice for fixing seams in place. November 13, 2005

    Plywood Holiday Ruins a Cabinet
    A cabinetmaker's cautionary tale of how a cabinet was ruined when his router dropped into a void in a piece of plywood leads to a few comments about materials and tools. June 15, 2014

    Eliminating Overspray on Door Backs
    Finishers explain how to keep overspray off cabinet door backs when spraying the fronts. September 11, 2006

    Lubricant for Severe Pitch Buildup
    Tooth pitch and lubricant choice may be some help when sawing wood that contains unusual amounts of pitch. March 16, 2015

    How a Cabinet Shop Fire Can Start
    A cautionary tale of how one cabinetmaker burned down part of his shop. June 12, 2013

    Repairing Steam Blush to Lacquer Finish
    Advice on fixing blush in a lacquer finish caused by someone using the tabletop as an ironing board. December 11, 2012

    Point Air-Conditioning for Shops
    Advice on providing cooling to work stations rather than to the entire shop. September 17, 2014

    HVLP Tip Size
    Too small a spray-gun tip will dry wood finishes and require too many passes for adequate build. November 11, 2006

    Mounting Architectural Panels
    Here's a detailed description of an accurate and reliable way to attach architectural panels to walls with no visible fasteners and very little possibility of installation error. November 14, 2011

    Enamel on Kitchen Cabinets
    Oil-based or water-based, enamel paints are a time-tested and still valued trim and cabinet finish. Here, finishers discuss experiences and techniques. May 24, 2006

    Fire-Rated Garage Door Issues
    Putting a pretty face on a fire-rated door is not as simple as it sounds. September 23, 2008

    Machining Polypropylene on the CNC Without Melting
    Cutting polypropylene and similar soft plastics on the CNC is tricky. To avoid melting the plastic, you need the right bits, RPM, and feed speeds. Here is more info. November 29, 2014

    Repairing Small Cracks in Wood Under an Oil Finish
    This thread offers fine points of repairing wood under a low-build finish, along with some interesting info on surface defects related to bacterial wood infection. May 15, 2012

    High-Performance Respirator Cartridges
    Thoughts on respirator cartridges that really work. August 17, 2009

    Hanging Cabinets from Masonry Walls
    What to do when the wall is cement board on furring strips over concrete block. April 25, 2006

    Filling MDF Edges
    Tips on filling and sealing exposed MDF "grain" so finishes won't soak in. October 14, 2006

    Evening Tone on a Mahogany Piano
    Pros describe how to darken the lighter parts of a piece in small steps, to achieve an even color. September 18, 2012

    Glue Interfering with Door Finish
    A discussion about dealing with glue near raised-panel cabinet door joints that stops the wood from taking an even finish. January 14, 2008

    Gang-Ripped Lumber Yields
    A discussion of the ways lumber is lost during ripping operations, and of what is a reasonable yield from the job. October 15, 2010

    Ripping cabinet-grade plywood -- with a circular saw
    Tips and accessories for getting decent cuts with a hand-held power saw. September 26, 2000

    Finish Causing Ripples in Veneer
    Troubleshooting a bad interaction between finish formulas and veneer adhesives. May 18, 2009

    Glue Line Failure in Cherry Panels
    Are these joint failures due to product or process? May 10, 2005

    Pull-Out Drawer Shelves, Concealed Hinges, and Door Interference
    When the pull-outs bump into the doors, you have to think about re-sizing the openings, shimming the drawer slides, or both. September 30, 2010

    Planning for a Successful Timber Harvest
    Plan carefully and balance your priorities as you decide who should harvest your saleable trees, and how. July 30, 2007

    Glazing and Conversion Varnish
    Advice for a first-timer on glazing with conversion varnishes. March 9, 2010

    Red Elm for Kitchen Cabinet Doors
    Woodworkers discuss the appearance and workability of Red Elm for kitchen cabinetry. August 11, 2009

    Oil-Sanded and Buffed Finish for a Table Top
    Tips on a custom furniture finish include advice on wet-sanding with natural oil to fill grain, then waxing and buffing to a high gloss. May 24, 2006

    Magic Marker Stains on Cured Conversion Varnish
    Advice on getting magic marker ink off a varnished countertop. July 24, 2006

    Frameless Cabinet Fastening
    Attaching lower cabinet sides to deck. August 7, 2004

    Re-Drying Southern Yellow Pine
    Lessons learned from drying untreated Southern Yellow Pine. July 7, 2011

    Machining Hinge Mortises in Veneered Doors with CNC
    How do you avoid blowing out the veneer? There's more than one way to do it. August 30, 2005

    Laser Layout for Out-of-Whack Rooms
    Here's a good description of how to use a laser level to set benchmark plumb and level layout lines on a room that's not built square, plumb, level, or true. July 12, 2008

    Filter Bags Versus Canister Filters
    Shop owners discuss filtration options for high-performance dust collection systems. February 13, 2006

    Heavy Butcherblock Countertop
    Advice and tips for fabricating an oversize maple butcherblock top for a kitchen island. August 24, 2005

    Grain Filling Methods for Guitar Bodies
    A guitar builder asks about using epoxy versus conversion varnish for filling the wood grain on his instruments. June 18, 2009

    How to Stain Maple without Blotching
    Another discussion offers several points of view on how to stain Maple evenly. February 23, 2008

    Packaging Finished Products for Shipping or Transport
    Advice on ways to wrap cabinet doors or other finished pieces so they won't stick together. December 14, 2009

    Locating Radiant Tubing Within a Slab
    How do you find those tubes so you won't puncture them when you're anchoring down equipment? March 26, 2008

    Repairing a Scratch in Old Veneer
    If it's not a scratch but an indentation, then steaming would be wiser than sanding. February 21, 2013

    Fabricating a Laminate-Over-Foam-Core Door
    Cabinetmakers consider how to lay up a large door with laminate on the outside and foam on the inside. September 27, 2008

    Imitating Aged Oriental Lacquer
    Searching for the Chinese antique finish look, start with a glaze. November 26, 2007

    Hand-Rubbed Wax and Shellac Finishes
    Thoughts and information on applying this beautiful, but less moisture-resistant, finish. May 24, 2006

    Matching Old Red Walnut
    Advice on how to finish a new set of walnut cabinet doors so they'll match the red color that the cabinet has aged to. March 9, 2008

    Leveling the Feed Beam on a Moulder
    Detailed discussion of some maintenance and adjustment issues with a nine-inch moulder. April 4, 2011

    HVLP + compressor vs. HVLP + turbine
    Participants offer their preferences between compressor- and turbine-driven HVLP spray finishing systems. March 13, 2000

    King-Size Bed Construction Details
    Tips on building a king-size bed. April 27, 2007

    Gluing Wood Flooring to Concrete
    Adhesive choices for glue-down wood strip flooring. July 12, 2008

    Grain Darkening and Stain Recipe Match for Oak
    A finisher gets a few suggestions for how to match a piece of stained oak. December 9, 2010

    Options for Finishing Cherry
    Cabinetmaker gets advice on finish combinations and application techniques. July 9, 2005

    Informal Testing of Wood Glues
    Woodworkers report impressive results from their own backyard and kitchen endurance tests for commonly used adhesives. August 23, 2006

    Finishing Ipe Outdoors
    Finishers discuss the best finish for an Ipe wood porch floor. May 24, 2006

    Preventing Splitting in Spliced Veneer Seams
    A little advice on gluing success with spliced veneer seams. June 11, 2014

    Leveling Cabinets Runs Containing Appliances
    Cabinet installers consider the problems involved when floors slope and there are ranges and dishwashers involved. July 10, 2009

    Refrigerator Cabinet Installation Details
    Pros share tips and tricks. May 4, 2005

    Hanging Cabinets on a Brick Wall
    Tips on installing to brick, including advice on trouble-free Tapcon installation and a method involving epoxy and threaded rod. August 28, 2010

    Pigment Staining Through Finish Coats
    Objects left on furniture (such as candles or pumpkins) may stain the underlying wood right through the finish coating. January 14, 2008

    MDF Raised Panel Doors
    MDF works well for five-piece cope-and-stick raised-panel doors. Here, craftsmen contribute advice and tips. August 29, 2005

    Reclaimed Heart Pine Bleeding
    Trouble starts when heat brings out the sap in resawn antique pine used for a table top. Here's advice on sealing the surface.December 9, 2010

    Milky Oil Stain Under CV
    A finish schedule of sealer, oil stain, conversion varnish leads to trouble on a custom job. March 28, 2012

    Rubbing Out a Waterborne Finish
    Is it worth rubbing out a finish after repairing a few small defects to restore the original sheen? November 15, 2011

    Keeping Plywood Flat
    Pros discuss causes, cures, and prevention of warping in plywood. July 9, 2005

    Fabricating Round Half-Columns
    Woodworkers describe ways to stave-build, lay up with veneer, or turn columns using solid wood. November 10, 2006

    Laminating Curved Stock for Stain-Grade Mouldings
    Tips on sawing and sanding thin laminations, and advice on clamping forms and cauls. November 26, 2007

    Removing Boards While Sawing a Log
    A beginner asks: when running a bandsaw mill, is it better to remove boards one at a time or let them stack up? That depends, explain experienced sawyers. August 31, 2005

    Methods for radius layout
    Alternatives to using a trammel for laying out an arc. September 19, 2001

    Pool Table Construction
    Is it practical to build a custom pool table if you've never built one before? April 20, 2011

    Resawing for Book-Matching on a Bandsaw
    Woodworkers discuss blades and setups for resawing lumber for laminations and veneers. November 20, 2005

    Power Venting a Kiln
    A discussion of the ideal location for powered vents for a large drying kiln. May 14, 2006

    'Girdling' standing lumber, and why not
    Cutting the cambium layer of a tree in order to dry wood while standing. January 4, 2001

    Material for Doors with False Drawer Fronts
    Furnituremakers discuss whether to use solid wood or MDF and veneer for a set of vanity doors with fake drawer fronts. April 27, 2011

    Latex
    10/06/2014

    Is Vertical Hierarchy Dying
    In the future, is everybody equal? March 13, 2014

    Re-Circulating Filtered Air in a Paint Booth
    There is technology to filter and re-circulate exhaust air from a spray finishing operation, but it is prohibitively expensive. June 8, 2008

    Measuring and Calculating Mil Thickness of Finish Coats
    A little explanation of how to gauge wet or dry mil thickness. December 31, 2013

    Pump Capacity Requirements for Vacuum-Table Work
    Necessary pump size varies depending on many factors. November 12, 2005

    Rip and Crosscut Saw Blades
    A brief discussion of saw blade types and quality considerations. October 26, 2005

    Overhanging Granite Countertop
    You should consult the granite supplier, but here are some support methods that have worked in the past. July 29, 2012

    Grain Filling on Paduak
    Sanding dust mixed with wet finish works; or there's paste filler. May 18, 2010

    Hinge Solutions for an Obstructed Cabinet Door
    Recommendations for a situation where a windowsill will stop a cabinet door from opening freely. April 19, 2015

    Owner's Compensation
    Shop owner describes his business and gets feedback on his numbers.

    Re-Coat Timing and Pre-Cat Durability
    A discussion of how quickly after applying one coat of pre-cat lacquer it is okay to apply a second coat. October 14, 2010

    MDF for Raised Panels
    Pros discuss the characteristics of medium-density fiberboard for making cabinet doors. November 10, 2006

    Repairing Table-Top Cracks
    Tips on how to patch cracks in a wood table top caused by shrinkage and poor design. October 27, 2008

    Painting a Flexible Wood Seat
    Paint will naturally crack if you ask it to flex. But some automotive finishes might be able to handle minor flexing. April 21, 2008

    Finishing a Cutting Board
    Six out of six doctors agree: Use mineral oil. March 9, 2010

    Re-Tipping Your Own Blades
    Info on soldering new blade tips onto a swing-blade sawmill blade. December 30, 2007

    Refinishing Church Pews
    Advice on cleaning and refinishing church pews using the original finish (probably a nitrocellulose lacquer). August 21, 2012

    Fan-Shaped Table Top Glue-Up
    A discussion of how wood movement may affect a table top assembled from thin pie-slices, assembled in a radial pattern. January 19, 2012

    Recreating Historic Period Wood Filler
    How to mix up a batch of the wood filler our forefathers used to use. June 23, 2006

    How to Support "Floating" Base Cabinets
    These cabinets are supposed to have a deeply recessed toe kick so they appear to be floating above the floor. What about the structure? November 19, 2006

    Repairing Delaminating Edgebanding
    Advice on how to deal with 3mm edgebanding that won't stay down. November 24, 2007

    Laying Out Sink Base Cabinets for Plumbing Stubs
    Creative cosmetics, advanced math, and inspired guesswork are all it may take for you to punch perfect plumbing holes every time. November 19, 2008

    Keeping Glue off the Veneering Vacuum Bag
    For clean veneering, you need both a platen and cauls. August 26, 2008

    Log Weight and Log-Moving Equipment
    Practical advice on guessing the weight of logs, and tips on equipment choices for log handling. July 28, 2006

    Machining Lock Miters on Large Pieces
    A millwork fabricator gets advice on how to cut lock-miter profiles into the long edge of very long and wide MDF panels. November 10, 2006

    Re-Surfacing Old Painted Boards
    It may not be worth the risk of exposing your planer to damage. But there are other ways. January 27, 2007

    Running Frameless Cabinets to the Ceiling
    The ceiling joint is a tricky detail for full-height frameless upper cabinets. Here, pros suggest ways to handle it. August 29, 2005

    Plank Style Entry Door
    Advice on managing wood movement in a solid wood plank entry door. May 20, 2006

    Locating Compressor and Dust Collector in the Same Small Room
    Air supply and filtration are the issues when a compressor shares a small room with a dust collector. April 19, 2011

    Notching Drawer Backs for Slides
    Advice on accomplishing a drawer construction detail. October 20, 2013

    Off-Grid Power for an Antique Lathe
    Here's an unusual problem: powering an old piece of equipment (formerly steam-driven) in a building with no existing electrical service. January 27, 2008

    Renewing a Poly Exterior Door Finish
    Short of stripping to bare wood, is there a way to freshen up a polyurethane finish on a door? April 17, 2009

    Paint Peeling when Masking Tape is Removed
    Troubleshooting a masking tape problem in painted work. July 29, 2012

    Retrofit Dust Collection Fan
    Is there any percentage to up-sizing the impeller fan in an existing dust collector unit? May 15, 2012

    Inconspicuous Drawer Front Mounting Methods
    Advice on a tricky attachment problem: hiding the fasteners for a drawer front when the geometry leaves you few easy options. November 15, 2011

    Making Sanding Belts
    You can make your own sanding belts with sandpaper and glue, but it's not really worth it. August 23, 2006

    Reinforcing Door Stiles with Steel
    Is steel reinforcement a practical idea to prevent a wood door from warping? Here's a discussion. August 22, 2014

    Granite Countertop Pricing
    Cabinetmakers discuss the granite countertop market. February 6, 2007

    Holding Down 1/4-Inch Materials on a Vacuum Table
    Thin panels can be hard to hold down, especially at the edges. Here's some advice. September 3, 2010

    Plywood Face Veneer Grades
    A question about a spec for "AA" face veneer on cabinet sheet goods leads to a discussion of industry grading standards for face veneers. July 2, 2008

    Moving Out? Take Your Stuff.
    A landlord tries to stretch a lease provision about elements connected to the building into a claim on a tenant's dust collection system. Fat chance. January 2, 2012

    Red Oak, White Oak, Black Oak, and More
    but there's more to the story than that. This thread offers a few little-known facts about oak varieties. June 20, 2005

    Miter Fold Feed Rates
    Tips on grooving MDF with the CNC router for miter fold box corner construction. December 29, 2008

    Hot Melt Adhesives vs Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesives
    Details of their differing formulations and properties. September 13, 2006

    Planing Charges for Rough-Cut Lumber
    Sawyers discuss the up-charge for planed boards, and for custom planing work. December 6, 2009

    Making Table Saw Blade Parallel to Miter Slot
    Contractor's table saws are not as adjustable as a shop cabinet saw. November 27, 2007

    End-to-End Knife Marks in Maple
    Knives in bad condition caused linear scratch marks in Maple moulding. What's the fix? May 11, 2011

    Low-sheen finishes
    Are streaks and scratches impossible to avoid with hand-rubbed finishes? June 24, 2001

    Routing a Shallow Flute in a White Oak Stair Tread
    Advice on router bit choice, hand techniques, and on maybe using a different machine for this. January 25, 2013

    Profit sharing plans
    Developing a plan where employee compensation is linked to productivity. June 24, 2001

    Poplar for Paint-Grade Cabinet Doors?
    It works well for paint-grade trim, but woodworkers say poplar creates stability issues when used for casework. March 20, 2006

    Math for Calculating the Length of Edgebanding on a Roll
    Try these complicated formulas, or the slightly simplified versions ... or maybe just weigh the material. July 7, 2011

    Fixes for Stripped Screw Holes
    Ways to make screws fit tight and hold permanently, even after the screw hole is damaged. July 5, 2011

    Repairing a Screw Hole in a P-Lam Desktop
    Repair options for a punctured plastic laminate desk. January 14, 2013

    Feed Rate and RPM for Bamboo on the CNC
    Struggling to eliminate chatter when cutting bamboo, a CNC operator gets advice on tooling and settings, as well as on specifying tool paths. April 17, 2009

    Protecting Finished Cabinets While Transporting and Installing
    Cabinetmakers discuss how protect cabinet edges from chips and dings during handling. September 8, 2008

    Finishing Butcher-Block Tops
    Pros discuss paraffin, tung oil, and other finishes for a butcher-block food preparation surface. March 2, 2006

    Jointing knives of a side-head planer
    Choosing and using the proper stone when jointing knives used in a side-head planer. November 7, 2000

    Evaluating a Used Sliding Table Saw
    A cabinetmaker gets advice on what kind of wear and tear to look for on a used slider. March 1, 2006

    Establishing a formal absenteeism policy
    Shop owners discuss policies they've adopted to ensure consistent employee attendance, and how those policies are administered. September 26, 2000

    Leaving the Bark on Porch Posts
    There are several reasons why leaving the bark on an architectural feature is a bad idea, especially outdoors. September 25, 2014

    Mirrored Medicine Cabinet Door Details
    A range of suggestions (and one nice photo) for medicine cabinet door construction details. February 19, 2011

    Exterior Bi-Fold Door Details
    Advice on how to retrofit 3-foot-wide doors into an existing garage door opening, bi-fold style. July 13, 2010

    Laying out a new shop
    Advice on dust collection, electric, and general layout from those who have built their own shops. March 16, 2001

    Lumber Strength, Dimensions, Orientation, and Grain Direction
    An explanation of factors that influence the strength of a wood floor joist or rafter. October 1, 2009

    Running Phenolic in the Planer
    Can planer knives survive being used on 1/4-inch phenolic panel material? April 30, 2009

    False Mullions for Glass Cabinet Doors
    Mullions laid over full-size glass doors are a tricky detail. Here are some tips on shaping, joining and attaching the pieces. December 30, 2005

    Preventing Mold Formation on Freshly Sawn Pine
    Surface dryness is the best answer to preventing mold from getting a foothold on sawn softwood. Here are tips on how to achieve it. April 18, 2010

    Glazing in Crevices
    Is a clear topcoat necessary when glazing just the cracks and crevices of a cabinet door? January 7, 2010

    End Gap Specs for a Solid-Surface Windowsill
    An unusual application for solid surfacing leads to a discussion about movement joints and tolerances. May 23, 2007

    Resawing Straight with a Bandsaw
    How to achieve straight cuts when resawing thin veneers out of large stock. April 20, 2006

    Fine Points of Glaze Removal
    A discussion of soft cloths, brushes, synthetic abrasive pads, and the craftsman's touch. May 11, 2006

    Fire Sprinkler Damage to Machinery
    Thoughts about the insurance claim issues and the practicality of repair or restoration of equipment after a small fire sets off the fire sprinklers in a shop. February 26, 2012

    Restricting Euro Hinge Swing
    A cabinetmaker gets advice on preventing a glass door from swinging too wide and contacting an appliance. September 23, 2006

    Pulling a Shaper Spindle
    Advice on removing a stuck spindle from a shaper. July 23, 2014

    Material Choices for Shop-Made Vacuum Pods
    CNC owners discuss the options for making your own vacuum pods. July 2, 2008

    Managing Color Differences in Cherry Plywood
    A finisher has trouble making his whole job look like the approved sample, because of inconsistent plywood. February 15, 2009

    Motor Vehicles Paperwork for a Portable Bandmill
    Info on bill-of-sale, title, registration, and insurance technicalities for bandsaw mill trailers. December 9, 2010

    Masking and Spraying Face Frames
    Tips on how to finish wood face frames without damaging their melamine cabinet walls. August 23, 2006

    Grounding Dust Collection Hose
    How do you ground flex pipe for a dust collection system? (And is it even worth doing?) February 19, 2013

    Rabbeting Knives for a Moulder
    Tooling suggestions to enable clean rabbet cuts, without burn marks on the shoulders. March 3, 2006

    Power-Pole Re-Use Potential
    Old treated utility poles may have some potential for salvage re-use, but they are trouble to deal with. April 18, 2009

    Removing the Glue Pot from an Edgebander
    Photos and description of getting a gunked-up old glue pot loose from a Brandt KD 54 edgebander. December 2, 2011

    Powder-Post Beetles in Cabinetry
    Where could those pesky critters be coming from? June 5, 2007

    Full Fill Finishes on Open-Grained Wood
    Several approaches to grain filling with Oak, Mahogany, and similar open-grained species. September 30, 2009

    Pocket-screwed face frames
    A time-saving method for frame assembly compared to dowels. 1998.

    Eliminating Cherry "Tan Lines"
    Clear tape used to hold a miter glue-up apparently blocked the ultraviolet light, leaving Cherry wood with light lines. Is there any fix? December 6, 2011

    Rebuilding Cordless-Tool Batteries
    The cells in a cordless tool battery pack can be replaced with aftermarket versions. But is it worth doing? May 22, 2007

    Materials for Rubbing Out Overspray
    The old paper-bag ploy, and other time-honored tricks. October 14, 2006

    Planer Choices for Planing Rough-Sawn Lumber
    Pros discuss equipment choices, set-up, and techniques. October 30, 2005

    Health hazards of wood dust
    Studies have shown that breathing wood dust can be hazardous to your health. 1998.

    Making the Most of Walnut Logs
    Thick and thin, high grade and low grade, sawyers and woodworkers discuss how to squeeze the best value from walnut trees. July 28, 2006

    Making Fluted Accent Columns Useful
    Fluted accent columns add a custom look. Here are some ideas for making them earn their keep as doors or pull-out fronts, too. September 8, 2007

    Preserving Grain Pop When Staining Anigre
    A finisher gets advice on matching a stain color while enhancing the pronounced grain figure on some Anigre veneer. July 25, 2010

    Gaps in the Ceiling Joint with Crown Moulding
    Troubleshooting a gap that appeared between architectural crown and the bathroom ceiling. February 16, 2014

    Painting and Glazing One Job in Two Locations
    Advice on getting a consistent color response when finishing the doors in the shop, and the frames on site. June 18, 2010

    Feed Speeds, RPMs, and Bit Life
    "Make chips, not dust" — chips take heat off the tool, so to make bits last, set feed rates and RPMs to cut large chips. May 23, 2007

    Finish for a Teak Shower Floor
    Most finishers agree that Teak in a shower floor should be left natural. Here's why. April 15, 2013

    3/8" Versus 1/2" Compression Bits
    The smaller-diameter bits reduce waste, but may deflect in thick material. September 30, 2010

    Pre-Cat Lacquer Yellowing in the Dark
    Some alkyds yellow in the presence of light and some yellow in the absence of light. May 18, 2010

    Pocket Doors for Furniture
    An explanation of custom-built pin-and-groove "flipper" pocket doors. May 7, 2007

    Joinery and Assembly for Cabinet Miters
    Using tape and glue to hold and secure long miter joints. December 2, 2011

    Gluing Treated Lumber
    Preservative treatments leave wood wet. But once it dries thoroughly, adhesives should be able to grip. October 2, 2007

    Heat-Bending Long Pieces of Solid Surfacing
    The challenge is to heat the long piece to the correct temperature for thermo-forming. December 23, 2014

    Green blushing in stained finish
    Possible causes and solutions for green blushing in an NGR-stained finish. 1998.

    Panel Saw/Slider Comparison
    Cabinetmakers compare the advantages of vertical panel saws and sliding table saws, with special reference to ripping. November 11, 2005

    Gluing to Pre-Finished Plywood
    Nothing seems to stick to the UV-cured finishes on pre-finished plywood. March 25, 2010

    Modifying Fire-Rated Doors
    Doors with official fire resistance ratings need to be manufactured by qualified companies, and modifying the doors voids the ratings. November 3, 2010

    Hardness and Kiln-Drying Temperature
    Higher drying temperatures affect the hardness and machinability of wood. December 12, 2008

    Hinge Mounting Tips and Tricks
    Low-tech and high-tech ways to quickly and accurately set adjustable Euro hinges. March 3, 2009

    Making Curved Chair Arms
    Ideas for fabricating a curved wooden sofa arm. September 18, 2014

    Metallic Finishes on Wood
    Woodworkers pursue some out-there metallic finish looks, using products from the automotive finishing world. April 10, 2008

    Finishing Fiberglass And Aluminum
    12/11/2014

    Replicating a Limed White Oak Finish
    White glaze over red oak tends to accentuate the pink hues. So how can you achieve a more gray or blue hue in the final product? December 31, 2012

    Repairing Wood Filler Smudges
    Advice on touching up a flat finish where wood filler has affected the surface sheen near filled nail holes. April 30, 2009

    "Non-Compete" Clauses in Contracts
    Some information on what is and isn't legal in a non-compete agreement with an employee. April 5, 2006

    Hinge Size and Frame Dimensions for Full-Overlay Face Frame Cabinets
    Wider frames need bigger hinges; there's choice with regard to both. April 16, 2009

    Heating Water-Borne Coatings
    Using an in-line heater to heat waterborne coatings brings similar benefits with water-borne coatings as with solvent-borneMarch 9, 2008

    Fastening Cabinet Legs to Tile over Radiant Heat
    Can't penetrate a floor? Silicone adheres well to tile. April 12, 2011

    Exterior Primers for Strong Adhesion
    Finishers recommend their preferred exterior primers for use with latex paint. July 24, 2006

    How To Charge For CNC Services
    10/12/2014

    Hiding Pocket Screw Holes
    Fill the holes, or apply a panel? May 4, 2005

    Filling Grain with Automotive Polyester Primer
    Advice on using polyester auto-body primer to fill deep pores in Oak. March 28, 2012

    Optimal width when milling lumber
    Milling lumber to the ideal width, and stacking for drying without warpage. December 6, 2000

    Euro Hinge Bore Locations and Door Reveals
    Detailed advice with drawings on laying out hinge locations to achieve the desired door gaps. May 4, 2011

    Regulating generator voltage
    Dealing with voltage control and wiring for generators. January 31, 2001

    Finishing Wood Stairs on Site
    Formulas and methods for finishing a new staircase in a home. February 21, 2011

    How Does Tung Oil Work?
    A little basic information on Tung oil. March 28, 2010

    Pricing: Paint Grade Versus Stain Grade Work
    Many cost factors differ between a paint-grade job and a stain-grade job. March 18, 2005

    Lightening Up Alder
    Alder mellows out naturally over time, but you can choose a finish that keeps it headed the way you like it to go. July 3, 2008

    Flush Joining Plywood to Hardwood Edge to Edge
    Woodworkers suggest ways to make a plywood-to-hardwood edge joint smooth and flush. June 18, 2009

    Red Oak and Pin Oak for Flooring
    Advice on the sawing characteristics of Red Oak and "Pin Oak" December 6, 2011

    Keeping Straight-Line Rip Saws Ripping Straight
    Several odd tuning issues may cause your SLR saw to stray from the straight and narrow. June 28, 2006

    Glue and Finish for a Wood Trivet
    Thoughts on how a small item designed to protect tabletops from hot pots and pans can be detailed to withstand the heat itself. November 8, 2007

    Minimizing Sticker Stain
    An explanation of what causes sticker stain, and how it might be prevented. July 30, 2007

    Glazing procedures
    Ideas on the proper application of glazed finishes. August 23, 2000

    Edgeband failure
    Searching for causes of edgeband failure. September 26, 2000

    How to Say No
    You know those private eye stories that start, "I knew she was trouble the minute she walked in my door..."? Beware, brother, beware! August 29, 2005

    Protecting Fresh Wood from Bugs
    Chemical means have drawbacks and are not very effective. So good drying and careful hygeine in the the yard are your best methods for keeping wood bug-free. April 20, 2011

    Finishing Over Wax
    Advice on cleaning and priming waxed furniture pieces. December 1, 2009

    Grizzly 20-inch planer
    Users discuss the pros and cons of Grizzly's 20-inch planer

    Rubbing Out for a Smooth "Hand Feel"
    Advice on hand rubbing techniques to give fine furniture pieces that silky smooth softness. April 9, 2007

    Making black walnut blacker
    Suggestions on materials to use for staining walnut an ebony color. March 4, 2002

    Modifying a Table Saw for Better Dust Collection
    Ideas for rigging a hose fitting and a funnel to the base of a table saw for effective capture of sawdust. April 19, 2011

    Is potassium dichromate worth the risk?
    A highly toxic chemical is said to create amazing effects in finishing. April 4, 2000

    Giving Away or Using Up Scrap Wood
    Ideas for making use of small hardwood or plywood scrap and off-cuts. March 25, 2007

    Preventing lacquer overspray
    Tops on preventing overspray when applying lacquer topcoats. August 23, 2000

    Inserts for Custom Wood Range Hoods
    Advice on choosing the necessary manufactured liner for a wooden range vent hood. January 19, 2012

    Machining Fire-Retardant MDF
    Fire-retardant-treated MDF is much tougher on tools than ordinary MDF. Here's some info and some suggestions for tooling. November 15, 2010

    Plywood Offcut Organizing Systems
    Plywood scraps aren't waste if you use 'em — but keeping them saved and sorted is a challenge. There are basic and advanced systems for doing that. January 27, 2008

    Outsourcing
    08/30/2014

    Insert Tooling Pros and Cons
    Insert tooling is handy for the machine operator, but can cause trouble for the finisher. September 17, 2008

    Finding a Use for Low-Grade Poplar
    A sawmiller has buyers for his clear poplar, but needs an outlet for the knotty material that's left over. April 24, 2014

    Getting a Good Bond with Paper-Backed Veneer
    Quick tips on adhesive choice, prepping the paper surface, and using cauls for more even pressure to achieve better adhesion. May 30, 2011

    Milling Your Own Flooring
    Sawmill operator asks about the wisdom of milling up some mesquite flooring, and gets opinions both ways — along with some practical tips. October 4, 2005

    Flooring Equipment
    Basic descriptions of moulders and end-matchers used to make wood flooring. November 11, 2008

    Ridding one's house of powderpost beetles
    What to do upon discovering an infestatoin of powderpost beetles. 1998.

    Hand Profiling a Helical Handrail
    Tips and tricks for putting a profile on a spiral-stair handrail using a hand-held router. March 24, 2008

    Heating a Vacuum Veneer Press
    Ideas for heating a veneer press in order to accelerate adhesive set and cure times. May 27, 2014

    Re-Roughening Power Feeder Tires
    Aftermarket replacement tires give the best grip. But here are tips for sanding old tires to improve their surface friction. December 27, 2008

    Finishes for a Butcher-Block Countertop with an Undermount Sink
    Suggestions for finishing wood in a tough environment. April 21, 2011

    Getting Rid of Slabs
    Slabs from sawmilling operations aren't worth much, but there is a small market for them. August 29, 2006

    Preserving a Bleached Appearance
    Keeping the blond appearance of stripped, bleached wood, without ambering, is possible with the right choice of coating. September 18, 2012

    Fly Speck Finishes
    Techniques for applying fly-speck finishes. April 30, 2006

    Lubricating Moulder Cutterheads for Easy Removal
    For easy on, easy off, a little dab (or spritz) of the right stuff will do you when installing and removing cutterheads. January 11, 2007

    Jury-Rigged Log Loaders
    When logs are too big to lift: Sawmillers share ideas for self-built, economical rigs to load logs onto a trailer. June 20, 2005

    Folding Blueprint Table
    Cabinetmakers discuss folding table options for the stuff they bring along when they measure a job. December 31, 2012

    Getting Appliances for a Kitchen Showroom
    If you're creating a classy showroom, appliance makers and other vendors may be happy to provide you with products to include. June 5, 2006

    Exterior Cabinetry Materials Choices
    Cabinetmakers suggest woods, synthetic materials, and finishes for cabinets exposed to the elements under cover. February 21, 2011

    Replacing Felt on a Widebelt Sander Platen
    Advice on removing old felt, cleaning the platen, and attaching new felt. February 17, 2014

    Refrigerator Cabinet Depth
    High-end fridges may need cabinet depths that stick out past the rest of the cabinet faces. Here's advice on making things blend. January 26, 2009

    Is Walnut Toxic?
    Walnut knowledge overcomes Walnut fear in this informative and humorous discussion. June 8, 2008

    Routing Laminated Strand Lumber Material
    LSL material can be very tough on CNC router bits. But solid carbide reputedly holds up well. April 21, 2008

    Resawing Reclaimed Heart Pine Timbers
    February 27, 2005

    Humorous Quotes and Sayings
    Wise one-liners worth framing and hanging on the wall. November 5, 2013

    Preventing Overspray on Cabinet Doors
    Tips and suggestions for handling an overspray problem. October 26, 2005

    Gold Leaf for an Exterior Door
    Advice on prime coats and a top coat for gold leaf on a door. March 26, 2009

    Presurfacing Green Sawn Oak
    Planing roughsawn Oak before kiln-drying has benefits that may make it worth the cost. October 26, 2011

    Metric Hole Saws
    Workarounds for when you need a round hole to accomodate a metric-sized insert. September 5, 2006

    Full Indicators for Cyclone Collection Barrels
    It's nice to be notified when the barrel under your cyclone is full. Here are ways to accomplish that. June 15, 2014

    Planer vs. spiral insert heads -- for planers
    Which provides the best finish--a planer type or a spiral insert knife head? January 16, 2001

    Heat Treating Wood for Overseas Shipment
    The rules for heat-treating lumber for shipment overseas are impracticable because of the likely damage to both the lumber and the treating kiln. January 12, 2015

    Hinges for Inset Doors in Deep Openings
    Working on a hinge problem for recessed doors. May 6, 2010

    Flattening the Bar on a Chainsaw Slabber
    Troubleshooting a slabber that likes to crawl up or down in the cut. November 16, 2011

    Removing Super-Glue from Prefinished Flooring
    Super Glue spilled on a pre-finished hardwood floor. How you gonna get it off? November 26, 2006

    Machinery for Running Radius Mouldings
    Woodworkers discuss equipment choices for producing radius flat arch casings and curved crown mouldings. March 3, 2009

    Placing Images Into CAD Drawings
    Tricks for keeping embedded image files crisp and clear in AutoCAD output. March 1, 2006

    Flap-Wheel Sanders for Doors?
    Is sanding-wheel machinery practical with complicated shapes such as cabinet doors? February 2, 2011

    Matching the Patina of Walnut
    Finishers discuss ways to get new walnut pieces to match the golden appearance of older furniture. July 3, 2008

    Gun Setup for 100% Acrylic Paints
    A few simple tips for spraying paint. September 16, 2008

    Finish Room Wish List
    Qualities of the ideal finish room (which most lack). February 18, 2006

    Mounting a Dishwasher Under a Granite Countertop
    Solutions to a common problem: mounting a dishwasher in cabinets topped with granite. December 27, 2006

    Prefinished Plywood Repairs
    Touch-up finish products that are compatible with prefinished plywood factory coatings. January 29, 2009

    Repairing A Laminate Seam
    Placed to close to the kitchen sink, a laminate countertop seam is lifting. Here are quick tips on prevention and repair. December 14, 2005

    Polish for Lacquered Furniture (Or Not)
    Thoughts and reflections on furniture polish, snake oil, and related technologies. March 12, 2006

    Filled Versus Unfilled Edgebander Glue
    Whether to use filler in glue for banding panels. November 30, 2009

    Hand-Rubbed Oil Finishes
    Home-brew advice and application tips for a traditional hand-rubbed furniture finish. January 18, 2007

    Mortisers
    Basic info on mortising machinery. November 12, 2008

    Removable Upper Cabinet Bottoms
    Cabinetmakers consider how to make upper cabinet bottoms detachable for access to undercabinet lighting wiring. August 24, 2008

    Removing Old Glue from Furniture
    Tips and tricks for softening hide glue or old formulations of carpenter's wood glue. April 24, 2012

    Glue Choice for Laminating Cedar
    Polyurethane adhesives are reported to work well for exterior laminated cedar glue-ups. March 4, 2006

    Jointing veneer with tablesaw
    Various techniques for jointing veneer. August 29, 2001

    Making Acrylic Paint Stick Over Oil Paint
    Quick answer: shellac primer. July 29, 2007

    LVLP Versus HVLP Spray Guns
    Quick info on the difference between "high volume low pressure" and "low volume low pressure" spray equipment. August 8, 2008

    Machining Acrylic on the CNC
    Advice on the fine points of cutting acrylic. February 12, 2010

    Rotating Sawlogs on the Mill
    What's better, turning the log 90 degrees as you saw, or flipping it 180 degrees? January 8, 2010

    Rhino Cad Learning Curve
    04/17/2013

    Marketing for a New Custom Mouldings Business
    How to reach customers who want custom runs of moulding. January 22, 2006

    Removing Black Streaks from Maple
    Advice on getting the last remnants of a previously-applied dye stain out of a maple door before refinishing. July 24, 2006

    Removing Excess Stain from Corners
    Hand-work techniques for getting wiping stain out of cabinet corners. July 27, 2008

    Re-Drying A Few Wet Pieces to Speed Production
    One way to dry loads of lumber more quickly is to separate out the few still-wet pieces for a second pass through the kiln. June 13, 2014

    Fit Problems with Re-Sharpened Cope-and-Stick Cutters
    It's hard to sharpen matching cutters so that they still mill matching surfaces. Insert tooling is the answer. January 8, 2007

    Lacquer over Urethane on Site
    A builder gets advice for using a shellac inter-coat to isolate a lacquer top coat from already-applied urethane. October 28, 2008

    Fabricating a Seamless Tambour Door
    Advice on veneer layup and cutting for making a seamless (or "invisible") tambour door. December 7, 2008

    End Leaves on a Dining Table
    Dining tables with extending leaves on the end are called "refectory tables," and information on how to make them is not hard to find. March 4, 2009

    Interpreting the Psychrometer
    Accurate readings are important when using the psychrometer to calculate moisture content. April 15, 2012

    How to Size a Phase Converter
    This discussion of phase converter sizing includes a brief, clear description of how phase converters work. April 21, 2011

    Is a Solid Surface Crack Fixable?
    Seaming a solid surface countertop over a heat source such as a dishwasher may cause a crack that can't be repaired. March 4, 2009

    Keeping the Spraygun Tip Clean
    Tips for a clean tip. May 21, 2009

    Refinishing Water-Stained Cherry Furniture
    Can a craftsman remove water stains from an old cherry piece without destroying its natural aged patina? March 29, 2008

    Repairing Chip-Out in a Walnut Table Top
    It's possible to fill small defects so that they won't be noticed. February 12, 2007

    Is It Safe to Mix and Match Air-Assisted Airless Guns and Pumps?
    Guns and pumps for an AAA setup don't have to come from the same vendor. February 21, 2011

    Marine Plywood Versus Interior Plywood
    Brief explanation of the differences between interior, exterior, and marine plywood. November 10, 2006

    Interior kiln coating
    Products to use as a sealer over OSB. October 9, 2002

    Lathes
    Basic descriptions of lathes and related equipment. November 11, 2008

    Painting Melamine
    Scuff sand and clean thoroughly, and paint should adhere well to melamine. March 29, 2006

    Overcoming sander swirl marks
    Why does a random orbit sander leave swirl marks and scratches? January 24, 2001

    Rate of Wood Moisture Gain from Ambient Humidity
    How long will it take for furniture stored in an unconditioned warehouse to equilibrate with the ambient moisture conditions? April 18, 2010

    Moulder Spindle Runout Tolerances
    Some advice on acceptable precision in a moulder spindle. April 18, 2015

    Pricing custom cabinets
    Examples of woodworkers' different pricing methods for kitchen cabinets. December 6, 2000

    Nib Files for Dust Nubs
    Quick tips on preventing, or removing, occasional dust nubs from finished pieces. March 9, 2010

    Grit Progression for Sanding Doors on the Widebelt
    Which grits to use depends on how much thickness you need to remove. July 9, 2009

    Pricing Cabinets???
    07/09/2014

    How Stable is Lyptus Wood?
    Lyptus has a reputation for lots of shrinkage and twisting. March 20, 2012

    Fuzzy Mahogany
    Tension wood may exhibit more "fuzz" than wood that was not stressed during tree growth. December 24, 2012

    Feed Rollers 101
    Recommended feed roller types, feed roller maintenance, and operating tips. February 14, 2007

    Edgebanding with Aluminum Laminate
    Aluminum does not spark, but even the thin edgebanding will wear out tools faster than wood or plastic banding. October 20, 2013

    Optimal Bit Size for Template Routing
    Advice on bits for routing holes in cabinets. August 31, 2009

    Is a Dented Air Tank Safe?
    Safety and liability concerns with a damaged pressure tank. November 14, 2009

    Mozaik To Thermwood?
    03/26/2013

    Finishing Over Epoxy Acrylate
    It's an all-solid UV-cured finish, probably very hard but maybe brittle. February 8, 2008

    Mounting cabinets to block walls
    Woodworkers share techniques for attaching work to concrete block walls. September 26, 2000

    Hanging a 12" Cabinet Between Studs
    Suggestions include toggle bolts, adhesive, and tying into the flanking cabinets. April 25, 2006

    Glossy Finish for an MDF and Wood Veneer Table
    Finishers recommend a two-part polyurethane, available as tinted or clear. February 21, 2011

    Measurement Tools for PDF Drawings
    Notes on a couple of apps that will let you pull dimensions on a PDF drawing. March 27, 2012

    Machining Convex Raised Panels
    Woodworkers describe a curved shaper jig for machining the edges of a concave panel. July 11, 2007

    Eliminating Fish Tails in Finish
    A beginner gets advice on tip choice and fluid and air pressure settings to help optimize his spray pattern. June 18, 2013

    Inset Corner Sink Cabinet
    Ideas and tips on sink cabinets located in corners. August 29, 2006

    Metal Hanger Rail for Closets
    Searching for easy installation hardware for closet-mounted cabinets. June 16, 2010

    ICA CNA stains aren't all bad
    A review from someone who's tried them. January 16, 2002

    Floor Vacuum Attachment for a Dust Collector
    Advice on whether and how to incorporate a floor-cleaning vacuum head and hose into your dust collection system. June 15, 2014

    Laying Out to Veneer a Cone
    Advice on planning the cuts in veneer pieces required to veneer a cone segment. November 5, 2013

    Fire Resistant Coatings for Millwork
    Alternatives for treating wood mouldings in commercial applications where fire codes apply. June 23, 2006

    Radio-Frequency Glue Press Tips
    RF curing works well on hardwoods, but not so well for softwood joints. May 10, 2005

    Painting over Lacquer
    Tips on surface preparation and priming when applying paint to a lacquered surface. March 8, 2007

    Flow-Over Stripping Systems
    Finishers discuss practical considerations and safety concerns relating to air-driven pump-powered flow-over stripping systems.. December 15, 2005

    Refillable Glazing Pen?
    A discussion of glazing pens, flow pencils, and similar technology for laying down narrow lines of finish formulas. February 21, 2011

    Hand Gluing Veneer Onto a Curved Surface
    Tips for gluing veneer onto a curved substrate. June 29, 2008

    Hand Application of Waterborne Finishes
    Advice on choosing an applicator for waterbornes. September 18, 2014

    Filling holes in pre-finished moulding
    What to use for filling nail holes after pre-finished trim in installed. June 6, 2001

    Playing with hook angles
    Experimenting with hook angles when sawing softwood. March 20, 2001

    Making painted desk tops durable
    Creating tough surfaces for office furniture. October 31, 2000

    One-Horsepower Versus One-Half-Horsepower Power Feeders
    What can a half-horsepower power feeder accomplish? August 3, 2009

    Moisture Content
    11/06/2014

    Keeping Clamps Clean
    Mold release film can keep hardened glue from gumming up your clamps. December 19, 2009

    Hook Angle for Large Radius Cutters
    To cut the right profile, very large cutters need special attention to hook angle. September 10, 2007

    Pre-Conditioning with a Washcoat
    A thinned-down version of your topcoat stain serves as an effective wood conditioner before staining. October 26, 2005

    Kitchen Layout Problem: Range in the Corner
    Advice about how a kitchen stove can be located in the room corner, with the front facing into the room. December 27, 2010

    Repairing Polyester
    Fixing a scratched polyester finish is a tricky job, and may call for an expert. August 30, 2005

    Handles for Sliding Glass Office Windows
    June 4, 2009

    Resawing PVC
    Advice on locating 1/8-inch PVC material, or making it in the shop out of thicker stock. January 9, 2015

    Milling and Drying Cottonwood
    Tips on how to handle cottonwood for good results. July 28, 2006

    Jamb Hinge Machining on CNC
    Tips for a tricky CNC problem: holding down and referencing door jamb stock with a grooved back. January 10, 2006

    Embossed mouldings
    A discussion of various elements in the manufacture of embossed moulding. June 14, 2000

    Filling Knots and Cracks in Alder
    Ways to deal with the surface roughness of this rustic-appearing wood. February 19, 2006

    Rounding Tenons
    Thoughts on rounding over the corners of tenons to fit into bored mortises. November 11, 2008

    Laminate Over Plywood for Cabinet Boxes
    Cabinetmakers report their results using laminate on plywood for cabinet carcases. August 8, 2008

    Establishing the Recoat Window for Pre-Cat Finishes
    A lacquer thinner test could help you establish how much time can elapse between coats before you need to sand for good adhesion. April 10, 2008

    Outside Dust Collector Details
    Professional advice, including fire safety and noise control details, for a dust collector built onto a shop's exterior. November 25, 2005

    Hot-Rodding a Sawmill Motor
    You can increase the RPMs (and horsepower) of small engines with minor control adjustments, but that doesn't boost the important factor: torque. July 28, 2006

    Re-Finishing Steel Doors to Look Like Wood
    Gel stain, a squeegee, and toner add color to the raised grain imprint on a steel door. February 21, 2011

    Polyurethane Versus Catalyzed Finish for Residential Trim
    Finishers sound off on the benefits of the catalyzed product. June 28, 2006

    Machining "Chicago Bar Moulding"
    Advice on making a curved bar arm-rest moulding. December 24, 2009

    Preserving a cedar deck
    Best methods for treating and protecting wood decks from decay. 1998.

    Measuring surface roughness
    Three methods for measuring surface roughness on dressed lumber. 1998.

    Mixed-Wood Countertop Details
    A discussion of glue-up, sanding, and fastening issues for a countertop made with alternating strips of maple and mahogany. March 1, 2006

    Octagonal tapers
    Instructions for making octagonal table legs, tapered on all eight sides. June 13, 2001

    Problem with ball catches
    Are ball catches appropriate for use on kitchen cabinets? March 20, 2001

    Removing Imperfectly Hardened Epoxy
    A brief account of how ugly things can get when an epoxy coating for a tabletop fails to harden and must be removed. November 8, 2007

    Identifying Pignut Hickory
    Forum members identify Pignut Hickory by looking at photos of the leaves, stems, and bark. November 28, 2014

    Facts about Tulip Wood
    Most "Tulip" is a variety of Poplar, and it can have interesting traits. October 2, 2005

    Following Up on Price Quotes
    Sometimes a followup call or message leads to a sale. April 8, 2013

    Pie-Slicing a Log
    Quick description and info about a German-made saw that slices logs radially. July 15, 2012

    Explosion proof lighting
    What type of lights should be used in your spray booth? May 19, 2003

    Edge Sanding Doors
    Quick tips for efficient smoothing to remove saw marks from door edges. October 26, 2011

    "Metal Flake" Finish Tips
    Advice on using automotive sparkle finish products for specialty woodwork items. August 30, 2005

    Kiln Baffle Material
    Canvas or carpet works well for directing air through the wood stack in a kiln. January 14, 2009

    Maple Turning Pink
    Maple sometimes takes on an unwanted pink hue. Here, pros discuss why. December 31, 2005

    Identifying Pecan vs. Hickory
    Pecan is hard to tell apart from Hickory. April 15, 2012

    Platen Hardness and Wide-Belt Sander Performance
    Different platens combined with different belt grits can help you fine-tune your sanding results. August 8, 2008

    Pause button on kiln?
    Is lumber adversely affected if drying is suspended late in the kiln schedule? August 1, 2000

    How To Check For Squareness On A Panel Saw
    12/31/2014

    Gang rip yields
    Determining the factors which influence optimal yields. June 13, 2001

    Pin Hole Repair In Veneer Vacuum Bag
    10/26/2012

    Edgebanding on a Curve
    Hand-application tips and machinery recommendations for applying edgebanding to a curved edge. September 15, 2011

    Limiting Cabinet Door Swing
    Options for restraining a door's swing so it won't bang into the next cabinet. April 29, 2012

    Preserving Two-Part Polyurethane Catalyst in Storage
    Moisture degrades 2K poly catalyst. Here's advice on storing it. March 12, 2015

    Good Steaming Conditions for Walnut
    Getting lots of hot, wet steam is the trick — but it's not easy to achieve. October 1, 2010

    Iroko Wood Tearout
    This tropical hardwood (a good substitute for teak) can be tough on saw blades and moulder knives. December 1, 2005

    Press Tack with Urea -- Achieving Proper Press Tack with Urea-Formaldehyde
    maximizing pre-press tack in hardwood plywood operations ... investigate: Stand time, pre-press time, spread levels, water content in mix, additives, and resin choice - June 18, 1999

    Fixing Runs in Conversion Varnish
    Tips on using a razor blade to clean up runs in the finish. April 17, 2010

    Labeling Solvent Wash Bottles
    Magic marker washes off, obviously. What kind of label stands up to strong solvents? March 16, 2015

    Rubbing out water-borne lacquer
    Tips for rubbing out water-based topcoats. March 16, 2000

    Heaters in the Finishing Room
    Portable electric heaters create sparks and cause explosions. Don't do it. June 18, 2013

    Jigs for setting planer knives
    Accessories for setting planer knives in the cutterhead. June 14, 2000

    Edgebanders
    01/17/2015

    Material Handling
    Basic descriptions of material handling equipment. November 11, 2008

    Restoring a Sauna
    Bleaching and oiling to clean and rejuvenate the cedar in a sauna. November 15, 2011

    Pinning a Wood Mantle Beam to Masonry
    Here are several suggestions for attaching a heavy wood mantlepiece to a masonry chimney. December 27, 2008

    Limiting Door Swing
    Rawhide makes a nice site-installed restraint to keep doors from opening too wide. August 30, 2010

    Manufacturing Sawdust
    Basic information about grinding wood. October 20, 2013

    Health Alert: Hearing Loss
    A short discussion about how woodworking can damage your hearing. April 22, 2014

    Machining Green Western Red Cedar
    Wet wood fibers do not machine cleanly. February 17, 2014

    Moisture Meter for Logs
    Advice on moisture meters capable of reading deep into logs. December 14, 2009

    Reducing Bandsaw Speed
    Changing pulley size, using an inverter to slow the motor speed, or switching to a blade rated for higher speeds are all options. October 30, 2005

    Finger Jointers
    Basic description of finger-jointing equipment. November 11, 2008

    Paint Grade - Birch Vs. Soft Maple
    03/16/2015

    Polyester primer primer
    Some primary information on primer of the polyester persuasion. April 4, 2000

    MDF End Panels
    Thoughts on the various ways to use MDF for cabinet end panels. February 26, 2007

    Milling Expanded PVC on CNC Equipment
    Bit choice, feed speeds and RPMs for cutting cellular PVC. November 10, 2006

    Embossing wood blocks
    Producing embossed ABC blocks is expensive, unless you're doing a bunch of them. 1998.

    Hammer 3 Head Shaper
    12/28/2014

    Getting a Wood Counter Edge Flush with the Laminate Top
    There are several ways, depending on whether you want to spend money or time. August 31, 2005

    How Thin Should You Wear Your Spoilboard?
    When should you swap out your worn vacuum spoilboard for a new one? CNC operators report their experiences regarding minimum spoilboard thicknesses. May 23, 2007

    Log Truck Volume
    How much wood in a truck-load of logs, in board feet or cubic meters, roughly? October 3, 2009

    Recommended finishes for cutting boards
    Food-safe finishes for restaurant butcher blocks. December 6, 2000

    Replacing an Old Frequency Generator Converter with a Solid State Inverter
    Advice on replacing a failed component in an older edgebander with more modern and advanced equipment. January 1, 2012

    Pocket Hole Bit Breakage
    Hold-down pressure and belt tightness adjustments can stop bits from snapping while drilling pocket holes. June 2, 2009

    Filling nail holes in stained finishes
    For a good color match, mix putty with stain before filling nail holes. 1998.

    Retouching Shellac Finish Errors
    Pencil and brush techniques for touch-up on a tinted shellac repair job. December 28, 2007

    Heating and Bending PVC Trim
    PVC trim softens at relatively low temperatures. Here are a couple of ideas for how to heat and bend it. June 23, 2006

    Improving Rough Mill Yield at the Moulder
    Attention to the typical causes of material loss in the moulder can improve the moulding producer's bottom line. June 21, 2007

    Making Your Own Crackle Medium
    Here are a couple of recipe ideas for affordable crackle coatings. November 8, 2007

    3mm Pvc Corner Finishing
    02/05/2015

    Forklift Loading Tip
    How to load long stacks of boards into a narrow truck from the back, using a forklift. July 30, 2007

    Moisture Meters and Frozen Wood
    The science of using a moisture meter on freezing-cold wood. May 27, 2014

    Mixed Drying Loads
    Mixing wood of different moisture contents in the same kiln load causes big problems, but mixing different lumber species at the same moisture content can be okay. May 15, 2012

    Plastic Damage to a Water-Based Finish
    Plastic lying on finished furniture can wreck the finish. October 27, 2005

    Leveling a sagging topcoat
    Techniques for flattening sags in lacquer. July 26, 2000

    Kiln floors
    What causes the breakdown of concrete floors in kilns? September 6, 2000

    Grounding Spray Equipment
    Attach the clip to a wire that goes to earth. October 4, 2011

    High Gloss Lacquer Or CV Over Oil
    11/05/2014

    Lilmited options for blue stain removal
    Blue stains in pine can only be removed through planing or heavy bleaching. 1998.

    Repairing Loose Laminate
    A few techniques to try when faced with this difficult problem - June 18, 1998

    Finish Strainers
    12/07/2014

    Rung Remedies
    Suggesteed repairs for loose chair rungs - 1998

    Multiple Cabinet Refacing
    Can you reface over existing refacing? Yes, if the first layer still adheres well. December 30, 2007

    Paper Faced Parquet
    07/21/2012

    Previous Post On Humidity And Cabinets
    11/19/2014

    Conference Table Disaster
    One of life's hard lessons: Moisture-related wood movement has caused severe bowing in an unbalanced conference table. August 21, 2006

    Are bone-dry biscuits necessary?
    Questions about the dryness and size of biscuits. April 24, 2002

    Communication and Adjustment in Cabinet Installation
    Thoughts on assuming or accepting responsibility for measurements on site during installation. February 17, 2011

    Basics of Saw Blade Selection
    An introduction to the important characteristics of various saw blade types. November 24, 2008

    Custom Handrailing for an Awkward Winder
    How do you make a good-looking and practical handrail for a stair winder that looks awkward and doesn't meet code? Here, top craftsmen take their best shot at solving the problem. February 15, 2015

    Black Spots Under Clear Coat on an Exterior Door
    Finishers troubleshoot finish failure on an exterior door sprayed with clear lacquer. September 27, 2008

    CNC Router Versus Vertical Panel Saw
    Which to invest in? It all depends on the shop's needs and the business plan. January 8, 2007

    Applying Paper-Backed Veneer
    A question about the best adhesive to use for paper-backed veneer over plywood leads to an extended discussion comparing professional methods to inexpensive and less-durable DIY options. March 18, 2006

    CNC pod table
    Homemade pods and more. (CNC Forum) March 23, 2003

    Building Insulated-Core Carriage Doors
    Detailed instruction on how to construct a custom architectural wood door with an insulating foam core. April 4, 2011

    Corner-Cabinet Face Frame Joints
    Corner cabinets pose a tricky face-frame construction problem. Here, cabinetmakers discuss ways to detail the corner joint. August 29, 2005

    Attaching Trim to a Cabinet Top
    Cabinetmakers and finish carpenters discuss how to provide good nailing for large trim pieces at the top of a cabinet. June 11, 2014

    Drawers To The Rescue
    An installer gets organized on site, and life is good again. January 23, 2012

    Calculating moisture content
    Using a hygrometer and calculator to determine the MC of kiln samples. September 2, 2002

    DeWalt 3521 Radial Arm Saw
    A collector and reseller of old American-made tools discusses a classic radial arm saw. March 26, 2013

    Causes and cures for sticker stain
    The Wood Doctor weighs in with comprehensive information about the causes and prevention of sticker stain. 1998.

    Cracking at Door Panel Corners
    Cabinetmakers trace the source of a cracking problem in raised-panel doors. January 25, 2010

    Adhesive Issues with Solid Wood Edgebanding
    Cabinetmakers discuss whether and how to prime surfaces before applying solid Maple edgebanding to particleboard edges. July 15, 2011

    Cutting Matching Edges for a Long Laminate Seam
    Detailed instructions for creating an accurately matched laminate seam for inlays or joints. April 10, 2007

    Creating a Spiral Staircase Handrail
    Here's a step-by-step how-to on laying out and assembling handrails for spiral stairs. August 2, 2008

    Cutting Slabs
    12/02/2013

    Dust Collector Location for Widebelt Sander
    This discussion about suspending filter bags above a machine brings up some good points about the value of a cyclone for catching the majority of sanding dust before it hits the filter. August 31, 2010

    Burl Wood in the American Sycamore?
    A discussion of sycamores, burls, and sawing techniques. April 27, 2007

    Darkening of Oil-Finished End Grain
    Unusual tables milled from whole logs present an interesting stain and finish problem, besides the obvious moisture-related movement concerns. May 23, 2007

    Driver Choices for Confirmat Screws
    Experiences using battery-powered and air-powered impact drivers to drive Confirmat screws, and some thoughts on screw selection. April 18, 2006

    Delamination of Bending Plywood
    Construction methods don't appear to be the problem in this example. More likely is a manufacturing quality issue. February 13, 2013

    Dealing with Rough Edges in Table Top Glue-Ups
    Advice and suggestions for gluing up table top when the outside boards have "live edge" irregularities or bark. January 8, 2010

    Attaching Cabinets to Steel Studs
    Cabinet installers share tips and tricks for hanging cabs in commercial buildings where the framing is steel instead of wood. January 26, 2008

    Deodorant Fisheyes
    Finish flaws caused by personal care products. December 9, 2004

    Attaching Cabinet Backs for Strength
    Will a quarter-inch cabinet back, stapled to the carcass, keep the rest of the cabinet attached to the wall? Cabinetmakers discuss. March 25, 2007

    A Brief History of Portable Sawmills
    September 10, 2001

    Assigning Layers to Line Types in CAD
    Useful sample code for automatically grouping lines into particular layers by line type. October 3, 2007

    Controlling Woodshop Dust
    Cabinetmakers discuss vacuum tool attachments, filters, fans, and whole-shop dust collection systems. February 9, 2006

    Attaching Partitions to Face Frames
    Thoughts on how to attach face frames to center walls of cabinets. November 10, 2006

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying 8/4 Oak
    Experts and kiln owners discuss the proper drying schedule and the best equipment for drying thick Red Oak boards. August 13, 2014

    Describing Loose Tenon Joinery to Customers
    Domino joints have two mortises and a single floating tenon to connect them. But if you call that it a "loose" tenon, will customers misunderstand and think it's not strong? June 4, 2012

    Choosing Table Saw Blades
    Thoughts on table saw blade selection for cutting plywood and for ripping hardwood. March 26, 2010

    Considering the Cross-Belt Option on a Wide-Belt Sander
    A cabinetmaker shopping for a widebelt to sand veneer ponders whether he should get a machine that incorporates a cross-belt sanding step. March 26, 2009

    Backing Up Critical Computer Files
    Backup is important. (Backup is important.) Here, CAD pros explain simple, effective, and thorough backup methods. September 24, 2006

    Adhesive Choice for Bent Laminations
    Lessons learned from trying various glues to lay up beefy members. June 26, 2009

    Adhesive Failure in a Cherry Glue-Up
    Troubleshooting a glue joint failure with Titebond adhesive on solid Cherry. October 11, 2012

    A Selling System, part three
    Part three of five, from Custom Woodworking Business magazine, on developing a customer base through a carefully planned and executed sales approach. 1998.

    Architects and Delay
    Thoughts on how to manage the relationship with an architect who is not diligent about staying on schedule. July 30, 2009

    Attaching Drawer Fronts Efficiently
    Quick and simple methods for quality production. April 2, 2004

    Clear Finish for an Exterior Door
    No clear finish lasts long in the sun and weather, but here are some thoughts from finishers on the best of the bunch. December 15, 2005

    Drawer Front Adjustment Issues
    Drawers with a sub-front and applied face offer the chance to adjust fit on site or during assembly. But what about four-piece drawer boxes with no sub-front? April 29, 2011

    Bandwheels and Blade Wear
    A spirited discussion on blade life in bandsaw mills, including tips on sharpening schedules. June 28, 2005

    Cabinet Levelers: Worth It?
    Opinions vary about whether cabinet leveling hardware is worth buying. April 29, 2012

    Drawer construction
    High-quality, cost-effective methods of drawer construction, and tips on joinery. March 28, 2001

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 7, Storage
    The Wood Doctor discusses how to protect dried lumber from damage during storage. August 27, 2012

    Constructing with poplar
    Is poplar appropriate for building? February 6, 2002

    Cold Weather Bandmill Blade Lubrication
    Advice and observations on blade lubricant and cooling fluids for sawing in way-below-freezing weather. June 30, 2007

    Basic CNC Setup and Maintenance
    Leveling, tuning, and caring for a new CNC. April 21, 2011

    Dadoes for Cabinet Case Construction
    Cabinetmakers explain why they like dadoes. October 27, 2008

    Building Cabinets with Prefinished Plywood
    Advice on assembly methods and other tips and tricks for building cabs with prefinished plywood. April 17, 2013

    Baseball Bat Finishes
    A discussion of good finishes for baseball bats for youth leagues. July 17, 2008

    Correcting dowel hole runout
    Finding and correcting the cause of dowel hole runout in CNC-machined parts. November 7, 2000

    Choosing and Setting Up Insert Cutters for a Shaper
    A woodshop owner gets advice on how to make insert tooling work properly with his equipment. July 11, 2007

    "Co-Insurance" — the Fine Points of Partial Insurance
    If you insure your assets for less than their full value, you won't get fully compensated for a partial loss, even if it's less than your insured value. This thread explains the thinking. May 12, 2008

    Achieving a 3-D Effect with Curly Maple
    Comments on enhancing grain figure and chatoyance. December 27, 2006

    Controlling Lacquer Blushing
    Humid environments sometimes make lacquer "blush." Here, pros suggest ways to minimize blush, and to correct it when it happens. August 30, 2005

    Dadoing Face Frames and Cabinet Assembly
    Cabinetmakers discuss techniques and fine points of cabinet construction using dadoed face frames. September 23, 2006

    Clear Water-Borne Lacquer for Maple
    Tips for achieving a good clear finish on Maple using water-borne lacquer. April 9, 2007

    Clamping Methods for Stair Rail Miters
    Advice on holding a glued joint tight without leaving visible marks. February 1, 2015

    Attaching Face Frames to Cabs
    Preferred methods of joinery. January 28, 2004

    Cabinet Leveler Success Stories
    Is a new, more expensive cabinet leveler worth the up-charge? For some cabinet installers who think it works better, the answer is yes. April 18, 2011

    Adhesion Problems over Aluminum "Silver" Leaf
    Advice on how to make a clear finish stick to aluminum leafing. October 15, 2009

    Clean Plywood Edge Cuts
    Bit choice, feed speed, RPMs, and other factors that affect how cleanly CNC equipment will cut routers. June 5, 2006

    Choosing a Joinery System for Knock-Down Cabinets
    Cabinetmakers discuss alternative setups and systems for creating knockdown cabinet packages. September 23, 2013

    Consistent curves
    How to create a long, accurate curve. May 15, 2002

    Bandmill Blade Tension and Blade Temperature
    Bandsaw mil blades expand and contract with heating and cooling, which affects blade tension. Here is a discussion of how equipment should adjust to compensate. August 18, 2009

    Base Cabinet Depths
    Is it okay to build base cabs slightly under 24 inches deep, to optimize panel yield? May 28, 2010

    Addressing Flawed Specs in Bidding Situations
    What's the best way to communicate with the designer and customer when a specification includes ill-advised choices? March 12, 2014

    Cyclone Dust Collector Example
    Here are some nice photos and well-informed discussion of a small-shop cyclone dust collector setup. March 3, 2010

    Clamping Laminate Bevel Edges
    Illustrated commentary on clamping and gluing beveled edge material to laminate tops. March 30, 2008

    Cleaning and Deodorizing Urine-Contaminated Wood
    Advice on how to handle old lumber wood salvaged from storage, which appears to have been "soiled" by raccoons. 16, 2014

    Defining "Full Overlay" on Face-Frame Cabinets
    It's a Euro look on a face-frame cabinet — so who's to say what's right? Here's a look at the question from several perspectives. October 2, 2007

    Cantilevered Shelf Supports
    Practical idea for wall attachment and support for shelves that project straight out from the wall with no visible means of support. July 29, 2007

    Cabinet Warranty In Unfinished Buildings
    Covering yourself against damage caused by humidity and temperature. April 10, 2005

    Door Core Alternatives
    Several woodworkers explain why they use engineered lumber products for stave-core door construction. February 5, 2007

    Cleaning Furniture Polish Residue off Millwork
    Suggestions for dealing with a hazy smear left on installed trim. June 18, 2013

    Boosting a Solar Kiln with Propane Heat
    Thoughts on modifying a solar kiln with supplemental propane heat to kill bugs and set pitch. April 30, 2009

    Cost of Sawmilling: Renting Versus Owning
    A lumber consumer who's renting a mill to make his own wood wonders which side his bread is buttered on. April 24, 2014

    Converting a Trailer to a Spray Booth
    Finishers warn of the code and safety issues involved in providing lighting, egress, and other necessities to make a spray booth out of a metal trailer. February 15, 2009

    Durability Issues with an Outdoor Wood Mosaic
    Advice on a tough challenge: finishing a multi-piece, panel-backed, wood mosaic, so it won't tear itself apart from moisture-related wood movement. March 29, 2008

    Conversion Varnish on Antique Heart Pine
    Antique Heart Pine tends to come with all the residues and character of its 200-year service life. Will conversion varnish stick to it, and behave?February 27, 2013

    Allowing for Shrinkage when Sawing Framing Lumber
    If you want the lumber in service to end up comparable to commercial kiln-dried softwood framing lumber, how much thicker and wider should you saw? November 28, 2006

    CNC Routers Versus Jobs for People
    Despite employees' fears, a new CNC will not replace people — it will make their lives better. June 11, 2010

    Black Locust as a Utility Pole
    Thoughts on whether to dry a Black Locust pole before burying the end, and related issues. March 28, 2010

    Cutting M2 Knife Steel
    Is burning the steel while cutting a concern? January 16, 2004

    Case Clamp Workflow Setup
    Tips on labor-saving arrangements for integrating a case clamp into your production setup. April 12, 2011

    Charging Walk-Ins for Occasional Cuts on a Saw
    Making one cut for somebody who walks into your shop isn't much of a money-maker. So what is it worth? December 28, 2014

    Drying Rewetted Kiln-Dried Lumber
    How to render kiln-dried lumber, which has been rewetted due to flooding or excessive humidity, useful once again. 1998.

    Cabinet-Shop Start-Up Obstacles
    Pros paint a picture of the difficulties involved in starting a cabinet business. June 23, 2006

    Boring Clean Shelf Holes
    Here's a nice selection of practical advice for getting sharp-edged shelf holes bored in questionable panel material. April 9, 2008

    Alternatives to Real Silver Leaf
    In this case, faking it would cost more and be harder than using the real thing. April 24, 2014

    Accurate Resawing with the Bandsaw
    Tips for scribing or kerfing wood in order to keep bandsaw cuts precise and accurate. December 14, 2009

    Dulling Down a Poly Finish
    It's hard to remove gloss by sanding or polishing. A new topcoat may be the only practical answer. July 3, 2008

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying Methods for Wide Plank Flooring
    A discussion of the most cost-effective and quality-conscious way to dry wide planks for use as flooring. September 6, 2010

    Compressor and Gun Air Pressure Settings for an HVLP Spraygun
    Set the compressor a little high and the gun a little low, then dial it in with test boards — here's how. April 19, 2011

    Clamping and Fastening Mitered Cabinet Corners
    Advice on tape, clamping jigs, and the like for holding mitered corners in place for careful, accurate fastening. July 13, 2010

    Drilling Into Radiant Floor Heating Tubes
    Oops! A woodworker installing a door learns his lesson when he drills into a hydronic heating tube in the concrete slab floor. May 15, 2014

    Air-Assisted Airless Settings For Waterbornes To Reduce Micro Bubbles
    10/21/2014

    Alternatives to painted interiors
    Woodworkers offer alternatives to painted cabinet interiors. September 6, 2000

    Cleaning Oil-Based Enamel Paint Overspray Off Conversion Varnish
    Clay bar or a mild solvent is recommended for removing paint overspray from a CV finish. February 12, 2010

    Dulling Down a Lacquer Finish in the Field
    Here's an unusual touch-up problem: sanding to dull a finish down to its original dull sheen, rather than buffing to heighten the sheen. December 8, 2006

    Beaded Stile and Rail Cabinet Door Details
    Advice (with pictures) on creating a bead detail on the inside edge of a cope-and-stick cabinet door. March 3, 2009

    Dirt in the Finish
    Troubleshooting a problem where pieces being finished with conversion varnish seem to attract dirt and dust out of nowhere.July 16, 2012

    Construction Boring Machines and Confirmat Screws
    Tips on how to bore, countersink, and align cabinet parts for assembling with Confirmat screws. July 21, 2006

    Checking a Steel Square for Squareness
    The simple method explained, with some additional discussion. April 24, 2014

    Choosing Wood for Exterior Turned Details
    Woodworkers debate the pros and cons of various wood species as compared to plastic or modified wood. December 28, 2014

    Distressed and Rub-Through Finishing Techniques
    Finishers suggest an assortment of methods for achieving a worn look in finished cabinets and furniture. March 28, 2015

    Cope-Cutting Jigs and Machines
    Carpenters swap experiences using various machines and tools to cut copes in a volume production situation. October 25, 2007

    Cabinet Back Construction
    Cabinetmakers share views on the appropriate thickness for cabinet backs and nailer strips. October 22, 2005

    Cypress or Spanish Cedar for Exterior Trim?
    Woodworkers discuss the attributes that make a natural wood suitable for painted outdoor trim applications. April 20, 2008

    A Matte Finish for Open Wood Grain
    A wood sculptor likes the look he gets with straight sanding sealer on his sand-blasted pieces, but he worries about future color changes. Pros comment. July 3, 2008

    Construction of Exterior Doors
    Woodworkers discuss stave-core and ladder-core methods for building a veneered exterior door. June 24, 2007

    Adhesion Problems with Gold Leaf and Nitrocellulose
    A finisher looks for ideas to improve gold leaf performance. April 16, 2010

    Considering Forming a Partnership
    Is a partnership between a cabinetmaker and an installer a good idea? Maybe, and maybe not. December 28, 2014

    Blade Tracking Issues with Hard Hickory
    Blade characteristics such as gullet depth, sharpness, and rake angle affect the performance of a bandmill blade in a very hard hardwood log. January 19, 2012

    A Case of Blushing in a Cherry Cabinet
    In humid conditions, cooling as the finish dries pulls condensation into it. March 18, 2005

    Cutting Veneered MDF on a Bevel
    Tips on blade selection and table-saw technique for clean cuts on veneered panels. November 28, 2006

    Dutch Elm Disease Survivors
    Some varieties of Elm have some resistance to Dutch Elm Disease, but even so, few large Elm trees are to be found. October 15, 2009

    Adding a Salesperson
    The owner of a growing shop mulls adding a salesman and reaches an interesting decision. February 25, 2005

    Dehumidification drying of thin stock
    Simple drying methods for small, thin stock. (Sawing and Drying Forum) March 23, 2003

    Comparing Adhesives
    Pros discuss the relative merits of various glues in cabinetmaking and woodworking applications. October 20, 2005

    Blade Lube for Cutting Pine
    Sawmillers suggest Pine-Sol, dishwasher detergent, or diesel fuel. November 16, 2011

    Calculating board footage
    Professor Gene Wengert explains it all. February 18, 2003

    Cutting Solid Phenolic with CNC Equipment
    Pros discuss bit choice, feed rates, RPMs, and more. October 26, 2005

    Cabinet Back Options
    Half-inch plywood, or quarter-inch plywood and cleats? March 17, 2005

    Basic Business Process
    Owners outline their top-level routines. October 25, 2006

    Drying Split Logs
    How you dry split smallwood could depend on your intended use for it — in furniture, for archery bows, or whatever. October 3, 2009

    Clarifying Architect Specifications for Cabinetry
    Here's a good discussion concerning communication about job specs in a complex situation. December 1, 2010

    ACAD OSNAP Help
    Troubleshooting the loss of OSNAP settings in ACAD 2002. February 25, 2005

    Changing Business Name
    10/17/2014

    Applying Laminate to a Curved Wall
    Installers puzzle over how to seam sections of laminate applied to a curved wall as an architectural covering. July 15, 2009

    Biscuit joining vs. tie-bolts
    Is it possible to join post-form tops and shop-built substrate with biscuits? June 24, 2001

    Checking Moisture and Achieving MC Targets
    Higher moisture near the core has a lumber dryer doubting his moisture meter, but drying conditions are the more likely concern. September 6, 2010

    Comparing Canister and Bulk Contact Adhesives
    It's tricky to make an apples-to-apples comparison between different contact cement formulas in a production environment. March 13, 2009

    Attaching Face Frames to Cabinets
    There's more than one way to do it, as this discussion proves. August 8, 2005

    Competing with the Big Box on Solid Surface Countertops
    Business tactics for a cabinetmaker who outsources his countertops. January 9, 2007

    Adjustable Height Table Hardware
    Ideas for ways to let a kitchen table be raised and lowered. January 18, 2011

    Applying High Gloss Black Lacquer
    Finishers suggest ways to achieve a glossy black finish on furniture. August 16, 2012

    Corner Cabinet Ideas
    Pros and cons of Lazy Susans versus corner pull-out drawer options. April 20, 2008

    CNC Vacuum Pump Placement
    Placing the pump at a distance, or even outside, helps keep the noise down. October 3, 2007

    Drying sinker wood
    How does one begin drying wood that's been submerged in water for many years? June 27, 2000

    Aging and Distressing Douglas Fir
    Advice on how to help Douglas Fir look old fast. July 12, 2005

    Cabinet Face Dimensions
    Thoughts about choosing practical and attractive dimensions for face frames, cabinet door stiles and rails, and drawer fronts. April 18, 2006

    Cost of Clear-Coat Versus Paint Finishes
    Paints involve more steps and more time than clear coatings, which adds cost — but how much? January 13, 2006

    Door Gap and Outdoor Humidity
    A woodworker gets expert advice on predicting the moisture-related dimensional changes in a wood door, for purposes of calibrating the door gap to allow for the movement. October 11, 2007

    Compensating a Salesperson
    Business owners consider the angles — salary or commission? December 6, 2008

    Climb Cutting End Copes
    Advice on a tricky machining technique for stile-and-rail door parts. August 15, 2006

    Building Cabinets in a Kitchen with an Un-Level Floor
    The consensus advice is to build a level base platform and let the toe-kick take up the discrepancy in cabinet heights. January 19, 2011

    Blade Choice for Resawing Reclaimed Lumber
    Sawyers consider what kind of blade to use when there's a risk of hitting nails. May 27, 2008

    Does Vacuum Kill Insects?
    Nope, you need heat to kill bugs in wood (and don't call them bugs). March 4, 2009

    Contact Cement Failure with Veneer after Finishing
    Is the problem caused by the finish, the solvent carrier, the adhesive, or what? September 25, 2014

    Box Frame Construction for Granite Counter Top
    How to provide structural support for a granite peninsula countertop extending away from a cabinet. February 12, 2009

    Dust Collection and Climb Cutting
    Suggestions for effective dust collection during climb-cutting operations. November 30, 2009

    Causes of Grain Ridging in Moulder Finish
    This thread includes a nice concise summary of issues that cause finish defects in mouldings. August 21, 2012

    Building a Clamping Table
    A woodworker considers the idea of making his own pneumatic clamping table. October 19, 2013

    De-Warping Table Leaves
    A draw-leaf table has warped, and the maker asks for advice on fixing it. Colleagues suggest ways to quickly straighten the crooked parts. October 19, 2005

    Custom Door Profile: Custom Cutter Versus CNC Solution
    While searching for a particular profile cutterhead for his shaper, a cabinetmaker learns about a possible way to get what he needs from a CNC-equipped shop. April 29, 2013

    Cant Hook Versus Peavey
    Useful information on the relative merits and characteristics of these basic logging and sawmilling tools. May 11, 2005

    Bit Choice for Routing Hardwoods with CNC
    Experienced hands provide tooling advice. August 30, 2005

    Cutting Veneer Wedges for a Round Table Top
    Here's detailed advice on how to template, cut, join and trim the pie slices for a round veneered table top. June 28, 2010

    Birch for Cabinets
    Yellow Birch (but not other Birch varieties) is widely used in cabinets. Here are some thoughts on its pros and cons.March 22, 2013

    Creating a Hand-Hewn Look on Cabinet Doors
    Depending on exactly what you want, there are several ways to get a scooped-out, scalloped, rippled look on a wood surface. October 11, 2007

    Breathing Protection with Conversion Varnishes
    Finishers discuss respiratory health and personal protection issues relating to the application of acid-catalyzed coatings. October 27, 2005

    Douglas Fir for Furniture in a Dry Climate
    Old growth wood will perform well if properly dried. May 18, 2010

    CNC-Carved Trim Details
    Woodworkers discuss how to find or make detailed decorative carvings for pilaster capitals and other trim elements. June 15, 2009

    Drying Fast-Growth Hybrid Poplar
    Advice on how to address cupping of hybrid poplar during air-drying and kiln-drying. January 29, 2009

    Corporation vs. sole proprietorship
    Choosing which is the way to go, depending on the size and future of your company. October 2, 2001

    After-Market Tool Holder Parts for CNC Equipment
    CNC owners discuss where to find minor accessories for their CNC gear — and how to fabricate their own parts from plastic, on the CNC itself. March 3, 2009

    Dust Collection for MDF Dust
    Advice on controlling fine dust produced while machining MDF on a CNC. January 14, 2013

    Do Borate Treatments Interfere with Finishing?
    Advice on using a borate insecticide before finishing wood. February 1, 2015

    Detailing File Drawers for Hanging Folders
    Hardware choices and woodworking methods to equip file drawers to hold hanging folders. May 13, 2013

    Corner Cabinet Basics
    Tips for a beginner on building corner cabinets. February 11, 2010

    Cleaning Rust of Bandmill Blades
    Suggestions for getting light rust off some blades before sharpening. June 30, 2009

    Aging Performance of Hot Melt Adhesives - or “Pot Life”
    How long can hot-melt glue hold in the molten state without loss of key qualities? That depends on formulas and manufacturing methods as well as application methods. September 13, 2006

    Cutting Flutes Without Burning the Wood
    A discussion of tooling choices and cut path adjustments that may help avoid creating burn marks when machining flutes into solid wood. June 17, 2013

    Crating Furniture for Shipment
    The voice of experience on how to ship custom furniture. June 8, 2008

    Crown Moulding and Ceiling Movement
    Here are some tips on installing crown so that it will keep looking good despite seasonal moisture-related movement of the house structure. December 26, 2007

    Card Scraper Advice
    Card scrapers are an effective tool for preparing a wood surface for finish. The tricky part is sharpening. March 26, 2013

    Boring Block Bit Set-Up
    Advice on setting up a CNC drill bank for good boring performance. October 12, 2007

    Butt Joint Details for Shaker-Style Wainscot
    Installers describe several methods for assembling and fastening Shaker-style wainscot panels in the field. April 4, 2011

    Avoiding Blowout Cutting Hardwood on CNC
    Multiple passes, with climb cutting, seems to do the trick. February 20, 2008

    Decal Delaminating from Epoxy Finish
    Troubleshooting a situation where a decal on a wood table is lifting under the epoxy finish. March 13, 2014

    Drying Mesquite with Denatured Alcohol
    Denatured alcohol (DNA) drying techniques work best on porous wood, not so well on a low-porosity species like Mesquite. October 1, 2010

    African Versus Honduras Mahogany
    Woodworkers compare the grain characteristics, color, and machinability of different Mahogany varieties. November 19, 2005

    Clear face in a log
    Clear face, cat face and trim, defined. March 4, 2002

    Cupping in Wide Boards from Drying
    A discussion of the processes that make boards cup during kiln-drying. February 27, 2013

    Chasing Bad Debt
    How much effort is justified in pursuing the unpaid obligations of a customer who has gone out of business? October 3, 2011

    Cross-Cut Setups for the Shop
    Woodworkers discuss radial-arm saw and sliding miter-saw choices for cross-cutting stock in the shop. May 16, 2008

    Board-Foot Scales Compared
    Different log scaling systems predict different lumber output because they include different assumptions about waste. October 12, 2007

    Conversion varnish application advice
    Techniques for applying ML Campbell conversion varnish. March 20, 2001

    Casement Window Repair Problem
    Woodworkers discuss the difficulty of replacing or repairing damaged windows. February 6, 2007

    Bar Height and Stool Height
    Thoughts on a comfortable height for a wall bar counter. June 5, 2006

    Blue Stain in Pine
    How big a concern is blue surface stain on softwood? June 12, 2006

    Connecting Face Frame Cabinets
    Ways to pull adjoining face frames tight when setting a run of cabinets. April 18, 2006

    Choosing Footwear for Shop Use
    Army boots? Flip-flops? It's a matter of personal preference, but here are some thoughts and observations. December 6, 2012

    Brush Sander Break-Ins and Scratch Marks
    Some detailed advice on the best way to break in and use brush sander brushes and sanding strips. July 23, 2014

    Best Ripping Width to Avoid Cupping
    A discussion of the workable range of widths for ripped lumber intended for gluing up into panels. February 16, 2014

    Adapting to No-Line Bifocals
    It's hard to adjust when you switch to a new type of eyeglasses. August 29, 2006

    Driving and Counterboring Big Lag Screws
    Thoughts on tools and methods for fast setting of long half-inch lag screws in a production setting. October 27, 2009

    Baseball Bat Billets
    Tips on sawing and drying rough stock for bat makers (a tough market to break into). June 18, 2010

    Choosing an Oil Finish for Veneered Furniture
    Considerations bearing on the choice between Tung oil or urethane for nice furniture. June 17, 2010

    Drilling Deep Holes in End Grain
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    Hickory is the top suggestion in this discussion from the Sawing and Drying forum. December 1, 2005

    Decorative Finishes
    A few sample images. March 14, 2004

    Challenges of Drying Eucalyptus
    Many ways have been tried to prevent Eucalyptus wood's tendency to warp and check, but none have proven to be highly successful. February 29, 2012

    Dadoed Carcase Joinery
    Cabinetmakers discuss using dado joinery for cabinet assembly. October 11, 2007

    Clamping Techniques for Consistently Flat Panel Glue-Ups
    Jigs and simple methods for maintaing flatness in solid wood panel glue-ups. October 19, 2014

    Buffing to Reduce Sheen
    Pros share tips and tricks for dulling a too-shiny tabletop. December 31, 2005

    Applying Water-Based Lacquer
    How much is too much? Pros give tips for applying a wet coat that flows, but doesn't run. October 18, 2005

    Bi-Fold Pocket Door Examples
    A couple of looks at cabinets with bi-fold doors that can slide back into the cabinet when opened. January 19, 2011

    Curing Time for Glued Door Joints
    If you plane or sand door panels too soon after gluing, you might experience various defects. September 15, 2011

    Buffing and Polishing Polyurethane
    Suggestions for buffing a poly finish to a high gloss. October 19, 2013

    Baltic Birch Plywood Dovetail Tearout Problems
    Dry veneers on plywood are brittle and tear out easily. These tips may improve your results, though. February 20, 2008

    Double-Refined MDF
    Double-refined MDF provides a cleaner, smoother machined edge. But there are also ways to improve the edge of standard MDF. November 5, 2007

    CNC Contour Milling and Bit Breakage
    Complex milling with lots of direction changes requires some adjustment of bit speeds in order to keep the cutters cool. August 24, 2008

    Can You Make Money With Wire Shelving?
    A quick look at the business side of wire shelving. February 13, 2013

    Conversion Varnish over Oil-Based Stains
    Appearance and performance issues with various stain formulations under CV topcoats. February 21, 2011

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 2, Stacking
    Another chapter in the Wood Doctor's introduction to wood drying. August 16, 2012

    Drying Schedule for Red Oak
    Advice for a kiln operator on drying rates and humidity and heat settings for drying Red Oak in a dehumidifier kiln. October 3, 2009

    CNC Production Rates
    A discussion of ballpark numbers: How many sheets will a CNC router cut in a day, and how many before you need a new bit? June 30, 2007

    Caulk Versus Putty on Old Casings
    Tips on filling joints with caulk in remodeling work. February 18, 2007

    Custom Tinting Caulk for Repair Jobs
    Tips on mixing and applying your own tinted caulk for custom touch-up work. February 21, 2011

    A One-Piece Wood-Slab Countertop
    Splitting is a concern, craftsmen agree. October 28, 2005

    Comparing Low Angle and High Angle Planes
    Woodworkers discuss the differences between low angle and high angle planes, and the appropriate uses for each. February 14, 2010

    CNC Vacuum Pump Sizing and Elevation
    Altitude affects the efficacy of a vacuum pump for CNC hold-down applications. Here's some info on how to make the adjustment. May 16, 2005

    Biesse Rover 30 Error: No Band Sensor Up
    Maintenance advice for managing a minor problem with sensors on a CNC. July 29, 2012

    Deer Rub Damage to Trees
    Tips on controlling deer damage to valuable trees. April 18, 2009

    Drying Rough-Turned Bowls
    Experienced wood-turners discuss how to dry and finish turned bowls without cracking them. August 23, 2005

    Can Tree Limbs Provide Useful Lumber?
    Growth stresses create movement issues with wood sawn from limbs, but it does have some uses. July 3, 2008

    Cutter Choices
    Carbide cutters, insert knives, or high speed steel? Pros weigh in on the options. August 31, 2005

    Balancing a Table Top
    Balancing the veneers, the finishes, and the construction sequence will help keep the table flat. March 30, 2008

    Drawer Box Tolerances with Undermount Slides
    A discussion of drawer dimensions, material thickness, and slide specifications. December 7, 2008

    Cutting veneered panels and melamines -- without a scoring blade
    Avoiding chipping problems when cutting veneered panels and melamines. January 3, 2001

    Dyeing Ipe
    Ipe is a very challenging wood to color or coat, but here are some tips on how to approach it. August 8, 2008

    Choosing shaper tooling
    Making the most of a new spindle shaper. Includes advice on grinding knives. November 7, 2000

    Bandmilling short logs safely
    Some ideas for cutting short logs on bandmills. March 21, 2002

    Cutting Stainless Steel with a CNC Router
    Short answer: bad idea. February 23, 2008

    Connecting Sections of Low Profile Rail
    A discussion of hardware choices and techniques for joining pieces of thin wood railings. December 26, 2006

    Complex Drawings in Solid Works
    To avoid trouble, relate all your parts to one reference point and avoid "in context references." January 28, 2009

    Consistent Dado Joints with Inconsistent Material
    Thickness variations in sheet goods make for loose dado joints. Here's how to adjust your CNC settings to deal with the problem. March 27, 2008

    Clamp Rack Size Considerations
    Advice on choosing and using a clamp rack. December 11, 2012

    Burlwood Rocking Chair Examples
    Check out two beautiful rockers — and the "before" picture of the sawn burls they were made from. May 31, 2010

    Dehumidifier Kiln Drying and Insects
    Cooler temperatures in a DH kiln aren't a reliable way to kill all insects, but the dryness will get some of them. May 18, 2010

    Barrier Coat Between Polyurethane and Lacquer
    De-waxed shellac should work well to protect an existing waterborne poly from a new coat of pre-catalyzed lacquer. May 7, 2007

    Designing a Two-Sink Vanity
    Cabinetmakers discuss drawer layout and other characteristics for a wide, double-bowl bath vanity. November 12, 2005

    Applying Wood Edging to a Laminate Panel
    A movement-free joint, a flush surface, and a stable finish are the technical challenges. Are they surmountable? May 12, 2013

    Adapting Shop Machines for Wire-Brushing
    Thoughts on converting a drum sander or table saw to do high-volume wire-brushing of wood. October 1, 2010

    Baghouse Versus Cyclone
    Advice on choosing a chip and dust removal system, based on the shop's situation. June 15, 2014

    Cedar Wood for Closets
    Rumors versus fact about the bug repellency of the traditional cedar-lined closet. May 20, 2011

    Bandmill ratings
    Sawmillers share their opinions of various bandmills. April 4, 2001

    Achieving Consistency When Spray-Finishing a Large Table
    A finisher struggles with keeping his finish from flashing off prematurely when finishing a large piece of furniture. November 29, 2014

    Cutting and Trimming Aluminum and Plastic
    Advice on bits and blades that work will with aluminum laminate and plastic resin material. October 2, 2007

    Cutting Out Toe-Kick Notches
    Suggested jigs and methods for notching out cabinet sides for toe kicks. July 12, 2008

    Ambrosia Beetles Versus Powderpost Beetles
    A little info on similar, but different, bugs that infest different types of wood. January 27, 2008

    Drying Technique and Wood Hardness
    Those in the know describe the effects of case-hardening (a drying defect) and how to diagnose it, as opposed to hardness that would affect machinability of wood. July 30, 2007

    Concrete bases: An air-drying necessity?
    Bases and stacking techniques for air-drying lumber. November 29, 2000

    Belt Sander Feedbelt Replacement
    Tips on replacing the feed belt for a 70's vintage widebelt sander. December 9, 2010

    Cutting Speed when Milling Aluminum on the CNC
    Advice on bit choice and operating settings to make good time when machining aluminum plate on the CNC. May 27, 2014

    Coping Wide Inside Angles on Crown Moulding
    Advice on how to cope joints for open angles. August 31, 2009

    Dry-Bulb and Wet-Bulb Settings and Kiln Control
    Tips on temperature and humidity control in kiln-drying operations. March 26, 2007

    Balancing Panels with Paper-Backed Veneer
    Veneered panels should have veneer applied to both sides to prevent the panel from warping. Here's a discussion of the options for stabiliizing the back of a panel with paper-backed veneer on the visible face.June 30, 2014

    Commercial Bar Top Finish Choices
    Finishers suggest a couple of options for a tough and repairable bar top coating. February 21, 2011

    Drying Logs in a Vacuum Kiln
    Heavy timbers dry rapidly in a vacuum kiln. October 26, 2013

    Building Outdoor Chairs
    An example and step-by-step instructions for an Adirondack-style rocker. December 1, 2005

    Counterweights for a Folding Door
    Thoughts on how to balance the weight of a heavy folding door with vertical action. October 2, 2010

    Building with Green Water Oak
    Building with timbers that have not been dried creates some degree of risk. September 27, 2008

    Comparing Tropical Woods for Use in Outdoor Furniture
    Utile, Sapele, and Ipe compared and contrasted. Which works better for exterior furniture? June 13, 2011

    Cabinets on Top of Granite
    Don't set upper cabs until the granite's in place. May 4, 2005

    Bench over Baseboard Heater
    Thoughts about the advisability of building an enclosed bench over an existing baseboard heater. June 15, 2009

    Agitators and Heaters for Air-Assisted Airless Equipment
    Finishers discuss the value of investing in an agitator and/or a heater as accessories for an AAA setup. December 31, 2012

    Cold CNC Machine Won't Run
    When a CNC device generates a "too cold" error message after spending the night in an unheated shop, pay attention. March 6, 2006

    Bubbling Failure with Shellac and Spar Varnish on Garage Door
    An unusual coating combination fails dramatically in an exterior exposure. December 30, 2007

    Cyanoacrylate Adhesive Choices
    Woodworkers have noticed differences in performance among different brands of CA adhesive. September 19, 2009

    Air Temperature Requirements for Conversion Varnish Curing
    Cool temperatures can cause problems with conversion varnishes. February 12, 2010

    Controlling Beetles in Fresh Logs
    Beetles under the bark of a fresh log don't mean you can't saw the log and use the wood. November 12, 2008

    Converting a Table Saw to Higher Voltage
    The considerations include switch setup, coil capacity, and wiring. October 30, 2005

    Constructing Wood Grilles for Floor Vents
    Advice on custom-crafting wood grilles for heating supply and return vent openings. November 23, 2012

    Applying wood edges to lam tops
    Best methods for applying wood edges to laminate countertops. June 24, 2001

    Bit Balance and Tool Speed — Routers Versus Shapers
    A custom shaping knife for a router has to be carefully balanced, because routers spin faster than shapers. November 19, 2005

    Bit Choice and Feed Rate for Cutting Small Parts
    The machine never reaches full speed when cutting lots of small parts, so adjust accordingly. October 20, 2013

    Conversion Varnish on Marble Table Tops
    How to make wood finishes stick to stone. August 16, 2012

    Cabinet Dimensions for Sub Zero Appliances
    Sub Zero refrigerators and freezers require you to build deeper cabinets if you want the fronts to be flush. January 19, 2011

    Bamboo for Cabinets
    Cabinetmakers discuss their experiences with bamboo-based materials. December 14, 2009

    Clear Topcoats over Tinted Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer
    Finishers discuss the risk of "wet-line" defects when applying and sanding a clear topcoat over a tinted pre-cat base coat. May 11, 2006

    "Boxing Out" Timbers from Logs
    Advice on the best way to saw or hew frame-building timbers from logs. June 30, 2009

    Advice On Bleaching Walnut
    12/20/2014

    Avoiding Bubbles in Veneer
    Advice on adhesive and application methods that don't result in bubbles in veneer. January 14, 2013

    Drying Walnut Boards
    Tips on handling, and how to dimension for best value. February 26, 2005

    De-Greasing Drawer Slides
    Cabinetmakers ponder how to get the packing gunk off new drawer slides before it gets grimy and causes binding. October 12, 2007

    Built-in Washer/Dryer Issues
    Advice on building a washer/dryer cabinet into a kitchen layout. December 14, 2009

    Collecting Sawdust from a Bandsaw Mill
    Suggestions for corralling the dust from a bandsaw mill's traveling head. May 6, 2014

    Blanks for Curved Mouldings
    Two ways to make curved blanks for machining into radiused moulding. May 5, 2007

    Are Automotive Clear Finishes Suitable for Wood?
    Those who've tried it say automotive clears work beautifully on wood. Here are tips and cautions. June 9, 2007

    Blue Book Advertising
    Some woodworking shops get good results from advertising in their local Blue Book. March 12, 2009

    Bearing Capacity of Shelf Pins
    Informal testing indicates that they are strong. July 11, 2013

    Concrete Countertop Cement Choices
    Advice on materials choices and some tips on technique for a first-time concrete countertop job. June 12, 2014

    Bit Choice for Drilling 2-Inch Holes in White Oak
    This much drilling in hard wood is a torture test for any bit. What's the best bit for the job? August 8, 2010

    Adhesives for Use with Bamboo Plywood
    Here's some info about the dimensional stability of bamboo plywood, and advice about adhesive choices. April 27, 2011

    Bit Choices for a Slot Mortiser
    Woodworkers discuss mortiser tooling. May 21, 2009

    CAD Forum -- Specifying Arc Length
    There are several ways to specify an arc in AutoCAD, knowing just the length of the arc and the radius. September 24, 2006

    Black Lacquer Applications
    Tips on quick, easy, and effective black finishes. January 27, 2008

    Countertop Bolt Systems
    Cabinetmakers compare experiences with different undercounter bolt and clamp systems for securing countertop joints. April 29, 2011

    Bandsaw and Router Templates and Jigs for Cutting Shapes
    Advice on setting up to efficiently and cleanly cut and route multiple copies of the same complex curved shape. December 12, 2008

    Assembling Face-Frame Cabinets
    Basic tips for assembling face-frame cabinets off-site. April 26, 2006

    Dust Collection Hose Whine
    Some hoses make a whining noise. Here's advice on how to get rid of it. May 7, 2009

    Cleaning Guns When Spraying Waterbornes
    Hot soapy water, then alcohol or acetone for drying (and don't let it stand around). October 14, 2006

    Designing Banquette Seating
    Advice on seat height, table height, seat back slope, et cetera, for built-in banquette seating at a table. September 25, 2014

    Bending Plastic Pipe
    Here's information on bending PVC or ABS pipe for use as a curved moulding form. Hot sand does the trick for softening these thermoplastic materials. July 3, 2006

    Cutting Expanded PVC Sheet Goods on a CNC Router
    Advice on bit choice, feed speeds, RPMs, and related issues when machining expanded PVC plastic sheet material on a CNC router. August 5, 2010

    Dovetails on the CNC
    The CNC may not be the fastest way to produce dovetail joinery, but if you have spare CNC time available there are ways to do it. Here are suggestions. March 22, 2013

    Computers on shop floor
    How to protect computers used on the shop floor from damaging dust. September 26, 2000

    Air Drying and Blue Stain in Southern Pine
    Advice on stacking and drying SYP rough lumber prior to kiln-drying it and making mouldings out of it. May 13, 2013

    Bit Wear in PVC with Applied Laminate
    Cutting small parts in hard material can be rough on tooling. Here is advice about feed speeds and RPMs, as well as some thoughts on hold-down methods. June 4, 2012

    Choosing a Log Scale
    A sawmiller harvesting various tree species gets advice on which log scale will give him the most accurate estimates of his inventory. June 20, 2005

    An Antique Look for Nails
    Advice on creating a look of staining and age in antique nails in a custom mantelpiece. February 12, 2009

    Bleaching Walnut
    New and old school ways to bleach Walnut. June 4, 2012

    Affordable Sprayguns for Water-Based Paint
    For occasional use, there are low-end rigs that will get the job done. December 29, 2008

    Anti-Kickback Table-Saw Fence Jig
    For angled rips, a top-fence jig safely holds off-cuts down. June 17, 2005

    Avoiding Orange-Peel with Conversion Varnish
    Advice on adding measured amounts of thinner to achieve a proper spray consistency and prevent orange peel. February 15, 2009

    Cutters for Clean Edges on Maple Plywood
    Advice on tooling and CNC settings for sharp cuts in plywood. October 15, 2009

    Black Finish to Match a Grand Piano
    A furnituremaker gets tips on "ebonizing" a music stand to match a grand piano's black finish. August 22, 2005

    Drying Eastern Red Cedar
    Eastern Red Cedar dries readily with simple air drying, and behaves well when exposed to variations in ambient humidity. April 20, 2011

    Disposing of Spray Booth Filters
    Are old filters from the spray booth hazardous waste, or regular trash? June 15, 2014

    Constructing Cantilevered Shelf Supports
    Advice (with an example) on doweling shelves to walls with no support showing. March 5, 2008

    Blue-Green Streaks in Sawn Oak
    A discussion of various factors that can cause discoloring streaks in sawn lumber. January 17, 2011

    Appropriate Router Bit for Pocketing
    Tooling advice for pocketing. August 16, 2012

    Dual Motors on a Chainsaw Mill
    You can connect two motors of different horsepowers to one chainsaw bar, but operating the contraption is tricky. May 16, 2008

    Cleaning Up a Shellac Spot
    How to level out an accidental drip of shellac sealer. February 19, 2006

    Adjusting a DJ-15/DJ-20 Jointer
    Instructions for aligning the infeed and outfeed tables on an older Delta jointer. October 3, 2009

    Direct-Drive Versus Belt-Drive Ripsaws
    A brief discussion of the pros and cons of ripsaw drive systems. October 19, 2014

    Distressing Techniques to Mimic Driftwood
    A woodworker seeks advice for creating the shipwreck look. March 17, 2005

    Boosting voltage with a transformer
    Guidelines for increasing voltage through the use of a transformer. January 31, 2001

    Black Coating for a Small Job
    Suggestions for achieving a deep black finish without having to buy full quantities of expensive products. June 18, 2013

    Cutting board finish
    Is there any way to add color to a maple cutting board? January 16, 2002

    Cleaning Melamine Blades
    Solvent cleaning will give you a little more mileage between blade re-sharpenings. March 9, 2008

    Door and Home Construction Equipment
    A brief introduction to specialized machinery designed for door manufacturing. September 20, 2008

    Custom Paint for Cabinets
    Matching paint or stain colors using a waterborne conversion varnish isn't a big deal, but it's typical to apply an up-charge. December 6, 2011

    Best Saw Blade for Melamine?
    Woodworkers recommend tablesaw blades for cutting melamine. June 16, 2010

    Cures for sticker stain
    Drying lumber can suffer from sticker stain for a variety of reasons. June 20, 2000

    Cleaning the Ballcheck on a Spray Pump
    A fouled ballcheck valve can keep your pump from working properly. December 29, 2008

    Comparing Norway Maple to Hard Maple
    Strictly speaking, Norway Maple is its own species, not classified as either Hard Maple or Soft Maple. However, it can occasionally yield some nice wood.February 17, 2012

    Drilling Out a Broken Dowel
    It's kind of like pulling a wisdom tooth. February 26, 2007

    Cleaning and Storing Sprayguns and Lines after Spraying Waterborne Finishes
    Advice on cleaning and storing spray equipment. September 26, 2013

    Catalyst Shelf Life
    If you have to ask, your catalyst is probably expired. June 29, 2009

    Drying Mixed Thicknesses of Lumber
    Tips on how to air-dry and kiln-dry lumber of different sawn thicknesses. October 1, 2009

    CNC Programming and Pod Positioning
    Ways to keep CNC tools from crashing into vacuum pods. May 20, 2009

    Coping Small Crown into Larger Crown
    A quick description of the field technique for making two different moldings blend at the joint. November 22, 2005

    Alternatives to Red Lead
    In a fire repair job, a finisher wishes he had some "red lead" pigment (currently banned). He gets advice on a workaround. March 13, 2009

    Bending Solid Surface Edges
    Advice on miter-folding methods for solid surface corners (including radiused edges). October 28, 2014

    Calculating a material waste factor
    How to determine a wastage factor to be applied when pricing work. November 29, 2000

    Dust Contamination of CNC Cooling Equipment
    A word of warning: Cooling fans or air conditioners attached to your CNC can fill with dust and catch fire. December 28, 2014

    Cleaning Up Edgebanded Corners
    Options for trimming overhanging edgebanding ends flush. October 12, 2007

    Control Issues in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    If you run the kiln too hot, a safety cutoff may shut down your compressor, interfering with the drying process. April 27, 2007

    Beveled Edge Fabrication
    Purchasing, making, and applying laminate beveled-edge material. December 6, 2011

    Detailing Stair Tread Ends
    There's more than one way to bullnose the end of an open stair tread. November 19, 2006

    Curing 32mm hole alignment problems
    Improving results achieved with a single-hole line borer. January 24, 2001

    Ammonia-Based Stripper Darkening Wood
    Don't use strippers that contain ammonia for wood you don't plan to paint: the dark staining from the stripper will not come out. June 30, 2007

    Attaching Trim to Walls in an Insulating Concrete Form House
    Foam-form concrete houses make provisions for attaching trim, but the details can be a bear. This thread supplies several tips. November 19, 2005

    Dimension Tick/Arrow Defaults
    Ideas for making arrows the norm, rather than tick marks, in dimension callouts. January 24, 2005

    Darkening Problem when Heating Ash to Kill Borers
    Dry the wood first, then heat it, says the Wood Doctor. July 29, 2011

    Dovetail Jigs for Very Small Drawers
    A woodworker looks for equipment to make dovetail joints for small drawers using thin stock. July 29, 2014

    Buying Logs — Board Feet Per Ton
    Ballpark numbers for estimating how many board feet you can saw from a ton of logs. July 3, 2008

    Drying pine for a trestle table
    A brief look at the basics of drying freshly milled, 3-inch-thick pine. 1998.

    Circle Jigs for Routers
    Ideas and photos for router setups for cutting circles of various sizes. August 31, 2010

    Avoiding tear-in when trimming edges
    How to prevent splintering when trimming veneered edges with a router. June 20, 2001

    Crown Moulding Transitions
    When two slightly different crown-moulding profiles meet at an inside corner, there are several ways to handle the transition. November 11, 2005

    Conversion Varnish Application Basics
    A first-timer gets tips on applying conversion varnish, compared to the nitrocellulose laquer he's used to. December 1, 2005

    Drying Rounds
    Advice on dealing with the inevitable cracking in a round slice of a log as it dries. May 21, 2009

    Countertop Choices for a Farmer's Sink
    The way farmer's sinks are installed, there's usually an exposed edge where the countertop meets the sink. For that reason, durable countertop materials are preferred. March 1, 2006

    A Straight-Line Rip Saw for a Small Sawmill Operator
    A small operation can use a straight line rip saw to produce S4S lumber, but it helps to have a helper. October 19, 2013

    CAD Output PDF Missing Objects
    Tips on why a PDF printout of a CAD drawing might be missing a few lines or other elements. February 12, 2010

    Drying racks for doors
    Different racks for drying doors and drawer fronts after spraying. July 3, 2001

    Clouding Problem with Wax on Fresh Polyurethane
    A finisher gets help figuring out why a freshly polyurethaned and waxed piece has turned cloudy. March 29, 2006

    Cleaning Wax off a Glossy Table Top Finish
    Tips on how to remove wax before re-finishing. September 30, 2009

    Alphacam
    06/30/2014

    Catalyzed Polyurethane Adhesion Problems
    Quick hints on why a calatyzed poly topcoat might be peeling away from the previous coat. January 27, 2008

    Darkening wood with steam
    Saturated steam can be an effective way to darken some species of wood, while still green. 1998.

    Dynasty/Omega Stain Matching
    11/19/2014

    Crown Moulding for a Vaulted Ceiling
    Tips for applying crown molding into a 30-degree ceiling joint. June 16, 2005

    Can I Run Corrugated Knives in a Flat-Knife Moulder Head?
    Don't run moulders using knives that aren't designed for that moulder. It's unsafe. February 27, 2007

    Clean-Up of Oil-Based Putty
    Excess putty can make shiny smears around filled nail holes. Here are some tips on prevention and clean-up. October 28, 2005

    Commercial Bidding Advice
    12/20/2014

    Dust Collection InA Stair Manufacturing Plant
    10/02/2012

    Accuracy of Kiln Sample Moisture Content Measurements
    Factors including temperature change can reduce the accuracy of MC readings, particularly at high moisture contents. April 30, 2006

    Dust collection pipe assembly tips
    Helpful techniques for putting together a dust collection piping system. March 16, 2001

    Closet Building Basics
    12/04/2014

    Carbide-tipped bandmill blades
    The pros and cons of carbide-tipped blades for bandmill operations. June 20, 2000

    Adjustable Table-Height Hardware
    Where to get parts for tables that can be raised and lowered. March 1, 2006

    Breather Mesh Alternatives
    08/13/2012

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    Biesse Error ECN26- (0)(0)...???
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/20) -- Gents, I'm trying to get the saw unit working om my Biesse Rover 13s. When the machine should start ...

    Using Winding Sticks To Remove Twist
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/20) -- A customer has a piece of wood from a tree that stood where the foyer of their hou ...

    Re: Outsourcing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/20/23) -- Good morning Kap! First off, I am not familiar with any other cabinet box companies be ...

    Lint in wet coat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/20) -- Hey all. I have a problem that i can't solve. When im spraying opaque finishes the whole piec ...

    Re: I will never complain about the price of plywood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- Cab, Can you output some of your drawings to show on an average job how you can ...

    Re: Profit Margin
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- So you're trying to tell me I can't write off the $15k worth of lumber that I n ...

    Re: two (three) fer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- Tim that is quite an elegy you write there. Having just finished Hillbilly Eleg ...

    Re: One-Size-Fits-All Pricing for Varied Floor Plans: Is it Possible?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/20) -- Can all 20 units have the most amount of cabinet or are there so many of each size unit a ...

    Re: Is there any cabinetmakers left?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/20) -- Same story from the other side of the world. Over the last couple of years I ha ...

    Re: Kemvar Sheen
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/20) -- By the way, the fix for this is just what you said--- you can scuff and topcoat with a freshl ...

    RE: Hard Backing Board
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/20) -- We must laminate metal from 027 to 032 thickness of aluminum. What hard backing board can we ...

    Crown replacement piece
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (1/20/24) -- Can someone duplicate this 1959 plaster moulding? I need about a 4 foot se ...

    Re: Best wood for shower
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/20) -- I'll second Ipe'. It lasts for 50 years or longer outside and is pret ...

    Re: Compressed air; running a screw type and piston type on same header
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/19/23) -- Talk to a professional Compressor company. They should be able to set up a control fo ...

    Re: Refinishing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/19/22) -- J So most request this days is paint,paint,paint!!! Of all painting jobs I ever done it h ...

    Re: soft close side mount drawer guides
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/19/22) -- This is what I do for budget oriented kitchens. I still use Hettich slides and I choo ...

    Re: Cabinet install before flooring
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (12/19) -- I wonder if these flooring companies also instruct the homeowners th ...

    Re: Milling small raised panels
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/19) -- Guys thanks for the help and input. I will look into a couple of the sleds recomm ...

    Re: Veneering a bullnose
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/19) -- Well I can see that the next thing I need to do is investigate all of my glue options. What I u ...

    Re: Veneering a bullnose
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (11/19) -- Ted, I've not used much paperback veneer so I can't attest to how it will behave with softener. ...

    Re: Self made automation
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/19) -- I think that is something you can get "off the shelf" from the lift ...

    Re: Critique this CNC-cut frameless sink base
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/19) -- looks good. I go backless on sink cabinets as often ans I can. But I do give customers t ...

    Re: Which machinery supplier to use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/19/21) -- I think good machine service is a thing of the past. There seem to be fewer ...

    Re: I read it so you don't have to
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/19) -- I usually steer clear of the non-woodworking discussions, but I can’t hold my t ...

    Re: Bubbling Veneer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (9/19) -- Damn! That sucks. My guess would be the phenolic backer can't control the wood movement over CC. ...

    Flap Hinges with Overlay Door
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/19/21) -- Customer wants the door in front of his microwave to drop down. I want to use a hinge ...

    Boxed heart posts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/19) -- Hey there, I'm starting to cut 6x6 poplar timbers for posts in a garage I'm going to ...

    Re: Touch up/ filling holes in Conversion Varnish
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/19) -- David We deal with 4 different cabinet manufacturer One of them ,when we order,sends us a qua ...

    Mini Kiln questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/19) -- I just built a mini version of a VA tech solar kiln (4’ x 2.5’ by 2.5’ ). I did it co ...

    Re: Crazing help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/19) -- i do a light coat of seal-a-cell, and let it dry, with strong direct air movement, for 24 hou ...

    Re: Oil based paint will not dry, over tinted?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/19) -- Thanks for all the responses. I’ve used this product before, and it usually drys in two days ...

    Re: Honest Money Answers Please
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- You may be the best fisherman in the world, but if your boat leaks, you have to ...

    Re: Remuneration
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- " i am confident in my assertion that human resources in a millwork shop a ...

    Re: Remuneration
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- Mel, That is exactly what I'm saying on THIS post, I don't know about others. I ...

    Re: Remuneration
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- Uhm, Pat, where are you going with this? You don't also own a vineyard in Napa ...

    Re: Remuneration
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (7/19) -- Interesting debate, but it is ovious which individuals can walk the walk and wh ...

    Re: Expensive wooden speaker has ding to lacquer - how to repair?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/19) -- Jim I will email you my number so we can talk tomorrow, thanks! Rich Only reason why I don't ...

    Re: Grow the business, sell out or something else?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/19/23) -- Growing from where you are now will not be easy. Your revenue per employee i ...

    Re: Presented without further comment
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/19) -- The comparison to 2007 is totally inapt. Home prices are up on the coasts where ...

    Re: optimization dilemma
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/19) -- Well said. Then the issue is how to get to building as fast as you can. I would always cut the nest ...

    Re: Shop square foot to person ratio
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/19) -- So much depends on what you make and shop layout it's hard to say. If you are ...

    Re: Cut list optimizer with sequencing function
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/19/24) -- Thank you for the info. Are each sheet an individual cabinet or is there also a cabinet number f ...

    Re: Maple Burl Veneer Table Tops
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Veneer Forum (4/19/24) -- I am all ready to adhere the veneer to my substrate with vacuum bags and cauls anyway.. why c ...

    Re: Client requests design change
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/19/23) -- I pretty much know that exact fridge. One of my clients picked it out (or si ...

    Re: 5 axis for nesting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/19) -- Danny and Bill, These perspectives are what I am looking for. I definitely can see downsides to add ...

    Re: Import dxf into Alphacam
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/19) -- I have had that happen on occasion. Can you get it to go into any other program that takes dxf's so ...

    Used haas inspection service
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/19) -- Can you hire a Haas tech to look over/inspect a used Haas VMC? If not where would be a good place t ...

    Re: state of the economy
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/19) -- My suppliers are stating to expect a 30% material price increase and some stuff ...

    Re: Horizontal Boring
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/19) -- Sorry Gary I am not in the door business anymore, so I have taken everything ...

    Re: This can't be a common procedure
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/19) -- He doesn't know what he is doing(I hate writing this). Its not necessary at all. As others ha ...

    Re: Stiles Machinery Technical Support
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/19) -- Tim, That's why I don't buy screws from a machine company. Seriously though, their prices for parts ...

    Re: Cabinetvision screen to machine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/19) -- I guess that would depend on what is important to you. I have specific needs of my software which a ...

    Re: I have admire the work on this car
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/19) -- A restorer I talked to years ago told me Ash was preferred for its ability to ...

    Re: Endgrain Inlay
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/19) -- I see two issues here. One, the shrinkage and cracks and two, poor glue adhesion. Both ...

    Re: Introducing a New Product
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/19) -- As someone who used to buy this product, and now makes it(small furniture and h ...

    Pneumatic tracking on a wide belt sander.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/19) -- Having trouble getting the head to oscillate on a RB-25 powermatic sander. Downloa ...

    Finishing Room Size
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/19) -- Last year I moved my shop from my 600sf garage to an 1800sf shop. The plan was to have a fini ...

    Re: miter saw stand
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (1/19) -- Yes, the UG stand. I think it's fine for cutting light trim, but not ...

    Re: Net working to older biesse XP machine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/18) -- Hello everybody, this is Cesare Magnani Brand Sales Manager for Biesse CNC. General statement firs ...

    Re: CV / 2K poly over lacquer wrinkling
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/18) -- Bob Thank you that is exactly a successful path that I need!! I will check it out. Robert J ...

    Re: 6 hour Work Day....Is it Possible in the US?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/18) -- What does that do to your overhead cost per hour? IOW your hourly rate would h ...

    Re: resawin problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/18) -- I had a delta 14 for about a week once and found it nearly useless for just about ...

    Re: Business growing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/18) -- Bill, Our price is very similar with our competition around , raise may be a o ...

    Re: Computer specifications
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/18) -- Entry level HP Workstation with Nvidia graphics. 16GB memory or better. Try Z240 series. Should be ...

    Re: adjusting cabinet color
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/18) -- You could get a portable spray set-up if it's something you can use enough to justify the ex ...

    Re: Exterior door
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/18) -- Old school is to spray (4) coats of Interlux spar varnish. New school is a exterior 2k like ...

    Tax Reform Logic
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/18) -- One of the tax reform proposals in congress today reduces the time frame that ...

    Changes in the Way We Bid Jobs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/18) -- Things have changed in the way we bid jobs. I rarely go to a house unless it's ...

    Re: Changes in the Way We Bid Jobs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/18) -- That dilemma will never really resolve itself with your current organizational ...

    Re: Problem with knife on W&H
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/18) -- My first thought is that you are not controlling the work piece completely as it ...

    Re: young guy needs urgent help with wood slab questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (10/18) -- Thanks. I am very grateful for the help. As you can see, what little I thought I knew even ...

    Re: Choosing panel material for counter doors
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/18/23) -- Choosing the right materials for a millwork counter in a commercial cafeteria is cr ...

    Re: Retrofit soft close for Blum slides
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/18) -- The make a few different soft close pistons. There is one that screws to the faceframe or ...

    Re: Clients are experts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/18) -- QUOTE: 'When I get "can't you do any better" I often say "yes, I ...

    Re: Clients are experts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/18) -- When I get "can't you do any better" I often say "yes, I can mak ...

    Re: sanding profiled trim and molding
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/18) -- I hate doing it but have made custom hand sanding blocks using Bondo over a w ...

    Re: Grow the business, sell out or something else?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/18/23) -- A lot of things here. First off, what’s your personality like? Can you work ...

    Re: HELP: Picking a 12" Jointer in Canada
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/18) -- I started out with a a 6" Rockwell. It was weak and had tables misaligned but with a ...

    Re: Wear your ear protection
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/18) -- The New York Times ran a series of articles a while back about the effects of h ...

    Re: Internet marketing, prosumerism and paid bloggers.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (6/18) -- David, I think you are touching at the heart of the issue. Web stuff will never ...

    Re: scaling up production of non-rectangular parts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/18) -- I think it depends on the parts. Our CNC unloads itself. That helps a lot. A beam saw ope ...

    Selexx PAL spindle tool clamp down sensor
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/18) -- I am having an issue with a Selexx Pal machine. It's a 2005 model with the FANUC controller. I am g ...

    Re: spray booth
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/18) -- A booth is just a fancy metal box, that's it. You can have all the attributes of what you sai ...

    Re: learning scheduling
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/18) -- The more repetitive your product the easier it is to use scheduling software an ...

    Re: Touch up #0001
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- Mohawk makes: Blendal Sticks. These are similar to oil pastels. Apply them, smear them or bui ...

    This can't be a common procedure
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- I am not a finisher but have worked fairly extensively with waterborne products. The biggest ...

    Re: This can't be a common procedure
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- Sometimes slowing the dry time is the answer, I use a real slow auto urethane reducer to thin ...

    Re: This can't be a common procedure
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/18) -- We have no idea where your shop is, so no idea of ambient temps and humidity. Also no idea if ...

    Re: Is there any cabinetmakers left?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (3/18) -- With complete seriousness... You need to look to imigrant labor. They work hard ...

    Using glue instead of bondo to fill cracks for paint grade
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/18) -- So you know how often a coat of primer can bring out a defect not quite that detectable by ey ...

    Re: Expanding table
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/18) -- Is this your solution to a problem the people/space presents? Or is this something the ...

    Re: Lacquer over latex paint?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/18) -- They used to say you can put anything over lacquer but you can't put lacquer over anything. ...

    Re: AutoCAD 3D
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/18) -- Mark, That was a very helpful post, thank you, that is the type of information I was looking for. W ...

    CNC trade show?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/18) -- Anyone know when the next trade show will be showing off CNC routers and technology? I'm interested ...

    Re: How are you all handling telemarketers?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/17) -- Was thinking some more about that monster truck. It was so unusual that I stop ...

    Re: Large French doors
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/17) -- I can't answer your question directly since I just don't know the materials. ...

    Re: Oiled/sealed oak mirror door bowing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/17/22) -- Good morning, I will jump in here before the forum police scold you for not being a & ...

    Re: Cabinet software
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/17/22) -- Any more recommendations anyone? $700 or less detailed design capable high quality 3d ...

    Re: How Can I Create a wooden external wall On AutoCad
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (11/17) -- Sheldon, Not sure what exactly you're asking. Presumably, you know what you need to draw, and coul ...

    Re: Autocabinets
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/17) -- Thanks, DJ and Dennis! I have not made my mind up as of yet. Like I've said the top choices are be ...

    Re: Top Solid
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (10/17) -- I've posted many times about Topsolid. We have Topsolid Design in which we do our layout/shop draw ...

    Re: Brushable Lacquer Recipe
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/17) -- Hey thanks for the response, Robert. I was trying to avoid an explanation, but maybe it would ...

    Re: 0ak cabinet refinishing job
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/17) -- I've had very good success with Target 8000 for spray application and for brushing Target 200 ...

    Re: Where to find employees today/
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/17/21) -- Looks like I found a good man. Local college student. His CNC instructor introduced us. I have n ...

    Re: Dynapro / Blum - Maximum drawer width
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/17) -- Hey Dennis, The shelf slide sounds like something I'd like to use for a kitchen pullout c ...

    Re: Target Coating Waterborne finishes
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/17) -- I used target coatings in my cabinet shop for about 6 years. Many of the products are great a ...

    Re: Thick, Large Black Walnut Slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/17) -- Richard you have a working understanding of what an air conditioning system is - It's ...

    Re: sent 6 blades off for resharp
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/17) -- I sharpen my own but can in no way do it as cheaply as a service can. Time is money. ...

    Re: Wishy washy software
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (7/17) -- Pat. True Cabinet Vision is best when you are making cabinets. But, you can design and build many o ...

    Re: open frameless cabinets
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/17) -- Well Bob. I'm not quite at 38 years but at 31 years and never having employee ...

    Re: Wishy washy software
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/17) -- The biggest fallacy in software is it’s everything out of the can to everyone. My stone guys hate C ...

    Re: Conturo
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/17) -- The square bearing (if you can find one with the rad you need) eliminates the need for ta ...

    Air Dryer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17) -- New 4x8 CNC on the way. CNC calls for 5CFM of 100PSI "Dry, oil free" air. We are installi ...

    Re: Solid Wood Plank Entry Door
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/17) -- Everyone one of those boards is going to expand in width, not length. Glue al ...

    Schelling FI 430. Memory card or battery?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17/24) -- Hi all. I am sorry for my English. I use Google translator. A frequency converter was repaired o ...

    Re: Looking for an advice on dowel cabinet construction methods
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (4/17) -- Lol. I never owned a table top cnc. Any who. Dado- Get a dedicated dado stack set up on o ...

    Re: Linseed Oil
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/17) -- Wow it will be difficult Start with a rag and mineral spirits or nafta, cleaning as good as y ...

    Re: Used machinery from Europe
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/17) -- Hi Wyatt, I import equipment from Europe for our company so I offer some sugges ...

    Re: Follow up and thoughts on the gender issue
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/17) -- All right, Gentlemen, lets just do this properly. I assert that sexism is absol ...

    Moulder Chatter
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (4/17) -- I have a Unimat 218 6 head moulder that I am having a lot of trouble with chatter. ...

    Re: Flattening (reasonably) curly cherry board
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/17) -- Well, Monte, I guess I'm going to be the contrarian this time. I think you can do what ...

    Re: Cutting a cherry log with my homemade bandsaw mill
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/17) -- "When I'm done using the sawmill i can unbold the thing and use the stuff to bui ...

    Anatomy of table saw arbor assembly
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (4/17) -- Can anybody tell me how table saw arbors are put together? They seem ...

    Re: Continuing Assistance
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (3/17) -- When ? About 20 minutes before you typed your question from the sound of it. Look at it another way ...

    Re: Accuspray Guns
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/17) -- Hi Robert Well, computer inept.....can't post a picture. Go Cat's home page, there bottom lef ...

    Re: SAC Planer rubber feed rollers
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/17) -- Before you remove the snap ring, see if the 2 black handles can be turned. Could the feed ...

    Re: physics, table saws, and flying lumber
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/17) -- "why take the risk when within a dozen steps ...are a sliding table saw? ...c ...

    Holzma Hinge Borer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/17) -- Wondering if any of you guys have ever used or know of a Holzma hinge borer? I just picke ...

    Re: Recomendation on Sander + Wirebrush Machine (mid-size prodduction floor
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/17) -- Dustin, It looks like a nice machine. Can you go to a dealer and run boards and see what it c ...

    Re: Mystery Discoloration of Doug Fir Veneer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/17) -- Everyone's thoughts and input have been invaluable and very educational, particularly from Ge ...

    Going for a long shot here regarding fixing metal filing cab
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/17) -- My dentist asked if i can fix the few broken flip down doors on these filing cabs. There ...

    Re: Trying to draw walls of a CV job in autocad
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/17) -- Or can't you just use construction lines? Just select the construction line icon and then draw you ...

    SmartLister
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/17) -- I have been looking though the posts and I keep seeing a program called SmartLister. I have spent a ...

    cabinetware
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/17/22) -- Hi I can't email drawings from multidraw can anyone help with this ...

    Re: need new cv
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/17) -- Shane, I can't find any info on that V84F90037. Is there a name on the can like "Sherwoo ...

    Re: Is Porter Cable still the best router?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/17) -- I've had nothing but good experiences with every Porter Cable router in our shop, except ...

    Fuji HVLP with off-brand spray gun?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/16) -- Hey guys, I’ve got a quick question regarding my Fuji HVLP turbine. I’m looking to buy a che ...

    Re: Polishing dark wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/16) -- Hi guys, Sorry, got buried there. Everything we do is conversion varnish. I've just got a to ...

    Re: CV Questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/16/21) -- Painting anything black requires impeccable preparation. Do many complete samples before ...

    Re: Creating a Job or creating a Business
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/16) -- Adam I appear to have struck a nerve with you which was not my intention. My g ...

    Re: Sketchup to Xilog Maestro
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/16) -- Hi Zak, This was exactly the response I was trying to elicit! My problem has been bad or non exist ...

    Re: Retail (Rockler/Woodcraft) question
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/16) -- I thought they were all franchises?!? If so, just look them up, and call to as ...

    Re: Architecttural Drawings
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/16) -- Embrace The Void. The fact is, you are the expert, the one most qualified to put togethe ...

    Re: New to this
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/16) -- Don't ever buy the Bondo brand. If you need it buy a light weight polyester body filler from ...

    Re: building a special router table
    A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (10/16) -- I can't imagine how you're making your baseball bats but the entire bat, including the cup ...

    Re: Chinese CNC routers??
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/16/22) -- There are a number of reputable CNC manufacturers in China selling competitive, stable machines. ...

    Re: HELP ON MACHINE ERROR
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/16) -- From you photo, it looks like it is down. Can you push it up? There is a pneumatic valve on top. Ma ...

    Re: Finishing cracks on veneer
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