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    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 5 -- Excerpts Part 5
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 6 -- Excerpts Part 6
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

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

    Climb Cutting Door Parts on a Shaper
    Here's a long, detailed discussion of climb cutting, with some strongly worded cautions and many practical tips. April 21, 2011

    Cutting Complex Shapes in 1/2-inch MDO
    A long thread of advice and discussion for an unusual CNC project. December 6, 2006

    Fine-Tuning Cutting and Sanding Operations for Inset Doors
    Here's an extended discussion on how to tool up for accurate cutting of inset doors, with minimal need to sand the edges. May 26, 2011

    Climb cutting and why not
    Climb cutting on a shaper with feeder--safety and procedure issues. September 19, 2001

    Optimizing Materials Versus Speed when Cutting Parts on a Slider
    Wasted time is pitted against wasted material. November 30, 2009

    Butcher Block Finish Dispute
    This long saga of a woodworker's difficulty with a customer who is dissatisfied with the finish on a butcher block shipped cross-country offers lessons on communication, contracts, and credit card company dispute resolution processes. March 26, 2010

    When to Change Band-Mill Blades
    Long, thoughtful thread on cost-effective ways to manage the timing of blade changes and blade re-sharpenings. August 8, 2008

    Climb Cutting Versus Conventional Cutting
    Here's a close look at the difference between climb-cutting and conventional cutting on the CNC, with explanations of how each method affects the quality of cut. October 3, 2011

    Cutting M2 Knife Steel
    Is burning the steel while cutting a concern? January 16, 2004

    Sawtooth forces in cutting tropical hardwoods native to South America
    As a result of design, operation, and maintenance, sawblades used in tropical sawmills can cause many problems. Improvements in these areas are needed to reduce the waste associated with sawing of tropical species that are regarded as difficult to cut. In this study, cutting experiments that simulat ......

    Cutting Board Details
    Advice on installing a pull-out cutting board drawer in a kitchen cabinet. December 9, 2008

    Saws and Techniques For Cutting Moulder Knife Steel
    Advice on choosing and using equipment for cutting off moulder and planer knife blanks. October 1, 2010

    Teak Cutting-Board Glue-Up
    Woodworkers discuss food safety issues and adhesion concerns related to making cutting boards from Teak. January 23, 2009

    Chainsaw and bandmills
    A comparison of chainsaw mills and bandmills for small-scale production. March 28, 2001

    Tips for Cutting Acrylic Parts on the CNC
    Detailed, specific advice and explanations for cutting sheet acrylic on CNC equipment. April 21, 2011

    Feed rates and spindle speeds
    Programming CNC machines at the proper feed rates. August 13, 2002

    Table Saw Blade Height Above Material
    Here's a long, thoughtful discussion of the practical and safety aspects of setting blade height when working with a table saw. November 13, 2009

    Safety and climb cutting
    Safety issues involved in climb cutting with a shaper. January 21, 2003

    Equipment for Cutting Knife Steel
    Cutting with plasma versus grinding wheels. January 16, 2004

    Z axis oscillation code
    Programming the Z-axis of a router to use more of the cutting length of the tools. February 19, 2002

    Pursuing perfect miters
    Methods and equipment for achieving the highest quality. September 20, 2003

    Rounding Over Part Edges on a CNC
    A long discussion of how to set up a CNC router to round over furniture part edges after cutting the shape. September 15, 2011

    CNC Spindle Rotation
    Here's a discussion of router spindle control and the reasons to use "conventional" or "climb" cutting paths. January 19, 2012

    Does Outsourcing Cabinet Parts Make Sense for a Small Shop?
    Cabinetmakers discuss the pros and cons of having parts cut by another shop. January 26, 2008

    Planting Depth of Hybrid Poplar Cuttings Influences Number of Shoots
    Reports that planting unrooted hybrid poplar cuttings flush with the soil surface resulted in significantly fewer multiple-stem shoots compared to letting the cutting protrude 2.5 or 5.0 cm above the soil surface. There were no significant effects on shoot height growth or cutting mortality. 1991

    Ways to Cut Crown Molding
    Pros discuss various methods. May 4, 2005

    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

    Chip Load and Tool Diameter
    Experts and operators discuss the relationship between bit size, chip load, RPMs, and feed speed when machining various materials on a CNC router. August 29, 2006

    Cutting Clear Acrylic
    Advice on blades, bits, and procedures for cutting sheet acrylic. January 12, 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

    Radius Moulding Machinery Choices
    Millwork pros discuss shopping for a radius moulder and the related knives. January 9, 2008

    Felling trees correctly
    Suggested techniques for safe chainsawing. December 17, 2002

    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 4 -- Excerpts Part 4
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

    Fill and Finish for an Inlaid Walnut Cutting Board
    Walnut is an unusual choice for a cutting board. Here are thoughts on how to finish it. April 21, 2008

    CNC tooling: What's the best?
    Solving the problems of worn-out router bits and torn-out melamine. January 3, 2001

    CNC Machine Build Quality
    A shop owner's considering a CNC purchase wonders why one machine weighs more than a similar competitor. But as he learns, quality construction depends on more than weight. October 18, 2005

    Cutting Steel Blanks for Custom Moulder Knives
    Recommended cutoff saws, blades, and cutting techniques for sharp, clean cuts in tool steel. December 2, 2006

    CNC-Routing Aluminum
    Advice on material selection, tooling up and operating technique for cutting aluminum on CNC equipment. June 26, 2006

    Climb Cutting on a Moulder
    Molding manufacturers discuss the potentially dangerous but sometimes necessary practice of climb cutting. January 22, 2006

    "Climb Cutting" and Bit Rotation
    A basic introduction to bit rotation, feed direction, and the meaning of left-handedness and right-handedness in CNC work, with some tips on controlling cutter rotation and feed direction. February 8, 2008

    Cutting Sheet Aluminum on the CNC
    Advice on bits, cut directions, and lubricating coolant for machining aluminum. September 28, 2009

    Cutting Metal Closet Rod
    Suggestions for saws, blades, and cutters for cutting metal closet rod material. October 27, 2011

    Strange stories from the sawmill
    Sawyers trade tales of unusual objects discovered in wood, during processingd - June 21, 2000

    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

    Bandsaw manufacturer resharpening service
    Is bandmill blade sharpening a job for the shop, or should you send 'em out? September 19, 2001

    Cutting crown flat
    Calculating the angles to do it right. October 30, 2003

    Accurate Cutting and Coping for Crown Moulding
    Fine points of cutting crown moulding for installers. June 16, 2010

    Dimension yields from short logs of low-quality hardwood trees.
    Charts are presented for determining yields of 4/4 dimension cuttings from short hardwood logs of aspen, soft maple, black cherry, yellow-poplar, and black walnut for several cutting grades and bolt sizes. Cost comparisons of short log and standard grade mixes show sizes. Cost comparisons of short l ......

    Stile And Rail Question
    01/09/2015

    Modifications and Tricks with Small Bandsaw Mills
    You can do a lot with a small portable bandmill, if you apply some creative jury-rigging. Check out this extensive set of photos. July 18, 2008

    Improving Bit Life and Performance Cutting Melamine on the CNC
    This discussion of bit choices and characteristics also delves into how you can fine-tune your operational settings to suit the machine as well as the material and the tooling. March 13, 2014

    Jointed Moulders Explained
    Here's the rundown on what makes a jointed moulder different from a regular moulder, how it works, and what it's good for. October 4, 2007

    Milling for shares
    Sawyers discuss the practicality and profitability of share-cutting. March 4, 2002

    CNC Router Bits for Solid Wood
    If the operation heats up the bits, high speed steel may last as long as carbide. December 2, 2011

    Cutting Solid Phenolic with CNC Equipment
    Pros discuss bit choice, feed rates, RPMs, and more. October 26, 2005

    Slot Mortising Machine Tips and Tricks
    Advice on bit choice and other operating tips for a slot mortiser. January 25, 2010

    Spiral cutters vs. knife cutters
    Which type of cutters is best for this special application? July 24, 2001

    Speeding Up Production Cutting Plywood Parts
    Thoughts on ways to make production faster on a CNC — and on the limits to that. June 22, 2010

    Sawing "Select" Graded Lumber from Tie Logs
    A discussion of grading standards for "select" hardwood lumber, and whether it's a good buy as byproduct from sawing railroad ties. February 4, 2011

    Troubleshooting a "Lip" on the Finish Cut after Onion-Skinning
    A CNC owner learns how to get a clean cut on his final pass with onion-skin cutting of parts. March 28, 2010

    Tips for Hand-Held Router Work
    Pre-cutting shapes on a bandsaw or hogging out cuts with a shaper can reduce wear and tear on routers and bits. October 2, 2010

    Vacuum and Spoilboard Issues with Small Plexiglass Pieces
    Spoilboard and hold-down suggestions for cutting plastic on the CNC. September 28, 2009

    Economics of Sawmill Operations
    This thread takes a close look at some hard numbers for logs and various sawn lumber products, and teaches some valuable lessons about how sawmills can make money, or lose money. September 6, 2010

    Rx for Wood Machining Defects
    Dr. Gene Wengert examines the causes for defects in solid lumber caused by machining. 1998.

    Melamine Chipping on a Sliding Table Saw
    A cabinet shop goes through the learning curve cutting melamine on an entry-level slider. The discussion covers blade choices, sharpening, setup, adjustments, and technique. August 8, 2008

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

    Profiling Fir
    Slower feed rates, sharper tools, multi-edge cutterheads, and very cautious climb-cutting can reduce the tearout and splintering that are common problems when profiling Doug Fir. October 4, 2011

    Grinding Down Bits when Only the Tip is Worn
    ztp If you're cutting solid hardwood in many shallow passes, you may be able to re-grind bits and use them for longer.January 31, 2012

    CNC Versus Traditional Machinery for a Start-Up Shop
    Here's a long, detailed, and thoughtful discussion about the ideal equipment investment for starting a cabinet shop, focusing on whether to jump into CNC right from the get-go. October 18, 2011

    Bandsaw Mill Choices
    Sawmill owners tell what they like about their equipment. August 29, 2006

    Curling of a Cutting Board Set in a Concrete Countertop
    Woodworkers attempt to cure a problem created by placing wood in a moist situation on one side. No easy answers here. June 18, 2009

    Basics of Saw Blade Selection
    An introduction to the important characteristics of various saw blade types. November 24, 2008

    Bit Deflection with 3/8-Inch Bits
    Tiny "nibs" at the entry and exit points of cuts: what's the problem? Could the bits be deflecting, or is there some other cause? October 1, 2010

    Confusing Lumber Term: "Sap and Better?"
    Experts and wood buyers and sellers discuss the meaning of some obscure lumber grading terms — such as "Sap/BTR" for white-wood Maple. April 20, 2011

    Chipout Problems when Cutting Melamine
    Badly sharpened blades, an out-of-tune beam saw, or maybe just too many sheets at once might be causing excess chipout on melamine cuts. July 6, 2006

    Cutting Stacked Sheets of Quarter-Inch Material
    A roller hold-down system is a big help for machining stacks of material. But can that capability be added to an existing machine? January 19, 2011

    CNC Routing on Thick Hardwood Stock
    A CNC operator gets detailed advice on bit selection and machining technique for cutting curves into 1.5-inch thick Walnut for a bar top.July 29, 2012

    CNC Machine Vibration in 3D Path Cutting
    Machine controllers may introduce vibration when cutting complex three-dimensional curves. The problem may improve if you lower the acceleration settings. March 12, 2009

    Climb Cutting with a Moulder
    A shop owner considers the pros and cons of climb-cutting cedar and redwood on a moulder. May 28, 2006

    Dust Collection and Climb Cutting
    Suggestions for effective dust collection during climb-cutting operations. November 30, 2009

    Speeding Up CNC Router Production
    Tips on operation, loading and unloading for efficiency. December 26, 2004

    The Take on Tooling
    Advances in tooling technology are helping to change the face of the cabinet and furniture industry. This reprint from Fine Woodworking magazine rounds up the latest news on progress in tooling manufacture, and outlines how improved cutters are bringing diverse new capabilities to CNC-equipped shops ......

    Scroll Cutting Rafter Tails
    Cutting a scroll detail on the end of big, heavy rafters requires some tooling ingenuity. February 25, 2009

    Vertical panel saws
    A comparison of speed and efficiency of vertical panel saws as opposed to sliding table saws. July 24, 2001

    Specialty Sawing Vocabulary
    A newcomer asks for definitions of terms like "resawing," "ripsaw," and "chopsaw." December 30, 2005

    Safe and Cost-Effective Tree Felling
    The how and why of wedge cuts. February 26, 2005

    Veneer-Cutting Machinery
    A thumbnail description of the various types of machinery for producing wood veneer. July 13, 2006

    Rotating Logs to Avoid Sawing Through the Bark
    Sawmillers discuss ways to handle wood to avoid sawing through the bark, and other issues relating to bark and blade dulling. November 12, 2008

    Order of Operations for Cope and Stick Machining
    Cabinetmakers discuss the details of routing operations for cope-and-stick joinery. December 9, 2013

    On-Site Laminate Cutting Tips and Tricks
    Cabinet re-facing work calls for a lot of cut-and-fit laminate work. Here's a long discussion of ways to go about the task. May 6, 2007

    Router Bit Accuracy
    Router bit dimension variations may be one limit on CNC machining accuracy. Here are thoughts on why bits may not be consistent sizes, and what operators can or should do to compensate. May 27, 2008

    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 3 -- Excerpts Part 3
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

    Improving Spoilboard Vacuum
    Advice on ways to improve your spoilboard for better vacuum and better hold-down of parts. January 7, 2010

    Jigs and Rigs for Cutting Tenons
    Thoughts on how to set up for cutting tenons on a table saw or other equipment. January 20, 2010

    Feed speed and knife life
    How the former affects the latter. January 15, 2003

    Feed Speeds and RPMs for Cuts in Thick Hardwood
    Adjusting bit speed and travel may help reduce a screaming sound that happens when machining solid wood on a CNC router. November 26, 2007

    Carbide-Toothed Chainsaw Blades for Milling
    Carbide blades will cut through embedded metal or even rock, but they're not cheap. August 30, 2007

    CNC Bit Life in Baltic Birch
    Baltic birch plywood has hard glue lines and is rough on CNC tooling. Here's a multitude of advice on appropriate tooling and techniques that could help your bits last longer. June 30, 2007

    Comparing Insert Cutterheads
    Do the differences in cutting tooth alignment between different brands of insert cutterhead matter? January 8, 2010

    Climb Cutting End Copes
    Advice on a tricky machining technique for stile-and-rail door parts. August 15, 2006

    Chip-free cutting of composite panels
    Consider these factors when striving for chip-free cuts in composite panels. February 13, 2001

    Chipload Charts and Cutting Data
    Here's some useful data on machine settings to achieve the desired chipload for good performance of moulders and jointers with various types of wood and sheet goods. September 26, 2010

    Quartering a huge oak
    Methods for quartering a log too large to fit on the mill. May 9, 2001

    Using Light Equipment to Try Out Sawmilling
    A poster thinking about whether to try milling some logs with a small chainsaw and shop bandsaw gets feedback from the pros. October 1, 2010

    Sliding Table Saws — Choices and Alternatives
    A discussion about upgrading the panel cutting capabilities of a shop with limited floor space. July 28, 2012

    Sliding Table Saw Accuracy
    Cabinetmakers discuss how to tune up a slider and provide tips for accurate cutting. January 13, 2009

    Troubleshooting Shaper Tearout
    Solutions for a tearout problem include slower feed speeds, climb cutting, and larger-diameter tooling. April 5, 2007

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

    Production Tips, part three
    Part three of three from Woodworking International Magazine, offering proven ideas for increasing efficiency in production shops. 1998.

    Production Tips, part two
    Part two of three from Woodworking International Magazine, offering proven ideas for increasing efficiency in production shops. 1998.

    Preventing Tire Damage from Blade Breakage
    Here's a discussion about how to spot breaking blades before they snap and damage tires on the mill, along with some controversy about lubrication, sawdust buildup, and the relative advantages of steel wheels versus rubber tires. June 18, 2010

    Miter-Saw Kickback Injury Story
    Miter-saw one, woodworker zero. Pain. Injury. January 19, 2011

    Radial Arm Saw Cut Tolerances
    After a discussion of the inherent roughness of radial arm saw cuts, a woodworker gets his unit tuned up for fine cuts on melamine. October 14, 2009

    Heat Issues when Cutting MDF with Compression Bits
    It's tricky to adjust cutter speeds for good chip load and cool cutting in MDF. May 15, 2008

    Correcting Stair Riser Height in Place
    An old stair stringer with incorrect riser dimensions needs fixing, on site. Here's a long discussion about how to do it. July 30, 2009

    Accurate Cuts on Crown Molding
    Trim carpentry pros discuss saw stops, cutting methods, and measuring techniques for getting perfect miter cuts and joint bevels. March 18, 2006

    Communication Between Cabinet Shops About Outsourced Work
    A busy cabinetmaker who needs to send work to another shop for cutting on CNC equipment wishes the other shop would meet him halfway on the transfer of information. A debate ensues. January 31, 2012

    Cabinet design techniques
    A survey of cabinetmakers' design techniques, from pencil and rule to CAD. September 6, 2000

    Crown Moulding Tips and Tricks
    Trim carpenters discuss jigs, chopsaws, stands, and techniques for cutting and installing crown moulding. April 20, 2007

    CNC Equipment, Beam Saws, and Cabinet Shop Effiiency
    Cabinetmakers discuss one shop owner's real experience, as compared to the promised efficiency boost of his new CNC. October 14, 2009

    Circular Saw Guides for Cutting Sheet Goods
    You can make your own straight-edge jig for cutting panels, but many cabinetmakers and installers recommend buying a specialized tool. November 20, 2008

    Culling multi-stemmed trees
    Should multi-stemmed trees be thinned from your woodlot indiscriminately? July 9, 2003

    Cutting Sink Holes in Laminate Tops
    Installers trade opinions and experiences on sink cut-out tools and methods. September 25, 2009

    Cutting angles
    Cutting angles recommended by Forest Products Laboratory for hardwoods. May 9, 2001

    Cutting veneered panels and melamines -- without a scoring blade
    Avoiding chipping problems when cutting veneered panels and melamines. January 3, 2001

    Cutting Stainless Steel with a CNC Router
    Short answer: bad idea. February 23, 2008

    Sawmilling - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Sawmilling - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Northern red oak regeneration after preherbicided clearcutting and shelterwood removal cutting.
    Northern red oak (Quercus rubra L.) reproduction and competition are described 5 or 11 years after final removal cuttings in two shelterwoods and one preherbicided clearcut in southern Wisconsin. 1981

    Sliding Table Saw Safety
    Here's an extensive set of tips and cautions for working safely with a sliding table saw. December 2, 2010

    Sink cutouts in post form tops
    Woodworkers share their favorite methods. April 3, 2002

    Sanding Problem with Hemisphere Mouldings
    A woodworker asks for advice about sanding a complex moulding that's coming off the CNC with a rough surface. But the answer turns out to lie with improving the CNC side of things. September 17, 2014

    Value of a Sliding Table Saw
    Cabinetmakers discuss whether, and why, a sliding table saw is worth having around when other tools can do (sort of) the same thing.April 29, 2012

    Using A Shaper To Clean Melamine
    02/19/2015

    Troubleshooting Finish Problems on the Through Feed Moulder
    Checklist table of problems and solutions for moulder operators. December 1, 2006

    Whether to Re-Cut Granite in Place
    Does it make sense to install granite that you plan to cut later to accommodate an appliance change? December 7, 2008

    Suitable Bits for Cutting Thick Solid Hardwood
    High speed steel (HSS) outperforms carbide in solid wood because of heat issues. But HSS is getting hard to find. How about a carbide spiral fluted hogger instead? January 3, 2012

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

    Lumber Thickness and Sawing Tolerances
    Here's a thoughtful discussion of the risks and benefits of trying to rough-saw to fine tolerances in order to get more board feet per log for a given finish lumber thickness. February 14, 2010

    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 2 -- Excerpts Part 2
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

    Machining Dadoes into Door Jambs
    Ideas for high-volume production methods for cutting dadoes in door side jambs to receive the header jamb. April 30, 2006

    Rosette Cutting Speed
    Drill press RPMs tend to be too slow for great success with machining rosettes, especially in difficult wood. May 21, 2009

    Machining PVC Foam with a CNC Router
    Advice on feed rates, cutter choice, and RPMs when cutting sheet PVC foam on CNC equipment. March 21, 2006

    Rough-Cutting Laminate
    Techniques for rough-cutting laminate sheets, in the shop or on site. May 11, 2006

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

    Routing phenolic paper
    A discussion of the best bits and techniques for cutting phenolic paper on a CNC router. November 15, 2000

    Calibrating Wood Thickness for CNC Part Production
    A CNC shop needs help figuring out how to achieve consistent thickness on stock before sending it to the CNC for cutting into small parts. The discussion ranges over belt sander accuracy, planer choices, onion-skinning techniques, and more. April 21, 2008

    Blade Choices for Table Saws
    Thoughts on which saw blades work best for which materials, and some general info on saw blade characteristics and maintenance. December 27, 2010

    Crown Moulding Jigs and Techniques
    Another take on crown moulding, as pros and newbies compare jig systems with old-fashioned methods. November 19, 2008

    Dust Cut Procedures
    Woodworkers describe how they make initial cuts on sheet goods to establish straight and square edges. July 27, 2008

    Cutting crotch wood
    Details on the right equipment and techniques to get the job done. March 4, 2002

    Bandmill Blade Sharpening Schedule
    Dull blades are bad for many reasons, so it's best to sharpen routinely before any sign of difficulty. Here are estimates of how frequently blades need sharpening, and of how many spare blades to keep on hand in order to keep the mill working. October 26, 2011

    Cutting Clean Through-Mortises in Oak
    Techniques and equipment for volume production of accurate through mortises, without tear-out on the punch-through side. January 9, 2007

    Cutting Slabs
    12/02/2013

    Cutting Square on the Table Saw
    The main pitfalls are that your stock is out of square from the factory, and that table saw fences move. Here are tips on squaring up panel cuts. December 11, 2006

    CNC feed rates for melamine
    Concerns on purchasing a CNC router and software for cutting melamine. August 12, 2001

    Avoiding Tear-Out in Arched-Top Cope-and-Stick Door Machining
    Advice on the fine points of clean joinery for arched-top cope-and-stick cabinet doors. August 31, 2009

    Cutting a Post-Formed Laminate Countertop
    Hiring the job out to a well-equipped countertop shop is your best bet — but here's how to do it with an installer's toolkit. February 8, 2008

    Cutting Sheet Aluminum on a CNC Router
    Aluminum plate can be machined on CNC equipment designed for wood. Here, pros discuss the considerations involved (and the alternatives). March 21, 2006

    Bandmill Blades for Metal-Infested Wood
    Advice on where to find and buy blades for a bandsaw mill that can survive an encounter with nails, wire, et cetera in the log. December 31, 2013

    Climb-Cutting for Stiles and Rails
    Cabinetmakers suggest equipment and techniques for creating sharp-edged grooves with minimal tearout. May 22, 2006

    Cutting Giant-Size Crown Moulding
    Cutting really huge crown moulding — like 24 inches wide — poses a unique set of problems. Here are stories, examples, and suggestions. April 24, 2009

    CNC Bits for Cutting HPL Laminate
    High Pressure Laminate is rough on tooling. Here's advice for choosing a bit that might last a little longer. November 27, 2012

    Cutting Crown Molding the Simple Way
    If you've never done it before, cutting crown molding is confusing — it's hard to visualize the angles. This Wood Magazine video walks you through the simple process of cutting crown standing up on the chopsaw. July 12, 2007

    Tile Setters vs. Trim carpenters
    On a woodworking site, it's not tough to guess the winner of this battle. But the war of words makes for good reading. February 25, 2005

    Scribing three edges
    Templates, tic sticking and more for efficient scribing in difficult situations. September 20, 2003

    Swing-Blade Mills Versus Bandsaw Mills
    An extended discussion of the capabilities of both portable sawmill types, and some info on how to extend the swing-blade mill to handle super-sized logs. June 27, 2006

    What's the Best Machine for Ripping?
    His tablesaw produces curved rips, so a shop owner wonders: should he buy a ripsaw, a bandsaw, or what? August 19, 2013

    Saws
    Basic descriptions of sliding table saws, miter saws, re-saws, and related saw equipment used in wood shops. November 13, 2008

    Sharpness of High Speed Steel Versus Carbide Tooling
    Here's a long, technically detailed, and authoritative thread that explains why high speed steel can be sharpened to a finer edge than carbide, but will lose that edge quickly in hard or abrasive materials. (And more.) February 22, 2011

    Swing blade vs band mill
    Is one better suited to cutting large cants? August 13, 2002

    Swing Mill Modifications for Making Double Cuts
    Swing mill owners discuss ways to modify the equipment for more flexibility of use. August 8, 2008

    Sliding Table Saw Versus Conventional Cabinet Saw
    Input for a shop class student on the academic comparison between a sliding table saw and a traditional table saw. April 18, 2011

    Troubleshooting Fuzzy Cut Edges on Plywood with CNC
    Suggestions for programming tricks, climb cutting, bit choices, and sanding attachments for a CNC user who's getting fuzzy edges. August 22, 2013

    Troubleshooting Miter Saw Inaccuracy
    When a sliding compound miter saw starts cutting miters a half a degree out of whack, a trim installer starts tearing his hair out. Here's some advice on what could be wrong with the tool. May 22, 2007

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

    Tooling for Marine Grade Plywood
    The glue in marine plywood can tear up cutting bits quickly. Here, three tooling suppliers suggest some tougher tooling. October 26, 2011

    Estimating and Measuring Tool Deflection
    Troubleshooting slop in the cut, a CNC owner wonders: How much do toolbits actually bend? Hey. You do the math. February 19, 2013

    Rounding Over Corners on Blocks (Mass Production)
    Woodworkers brainstorm in search of a high-volume, high-accuracy production method for a repetitive task of rounding over corners on small hardwood blocks. September 15, 2011

    Finish and Feed Rates
    Setup and operation tips for moulder operators. June 22, 2007

    Installing crown moulding
    Calculations and tools for cutting crown angles. May 17, 2003

    Purchasing a Helical Planer
    Extended discussion of the fine points of various new and used planer options. August 21, 2006

    Portable bandmill vs. circular mill
    Comparing the efficiency and production capabilities of both types. December 17, 2002

    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

    Grooving with a Shaper: Tearout Prevention
    Solutions for a tearout problem encountered while cutting tongues and grooves. March 6, 2008

    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

    Preventing Tearout on the Shaper
    Climb cutting and taking multiple passes are suggestions, but a good power feeder setup is safer and more cost-effective.August 27, 2012

    How wide are your boards?
    Narrower boards can impact your yield and part-width distribution. February 21, 2001

    Problems Holding Down Thin Sheet Stock
    Suggestions for vacuum hold-down solutions when cutting small parts out of thin stock on the CNC router. October 1, 2010

    Keeping sawblades cool
    What to use and how to do it safely. October 24, 2001

    Moving in the Z Axis when Machining Melamine
    CNC owners consider whether it's worth moving the tool in the Y axis while cutting, in order to extend bit life. August 14, 2007

    Efficient cutting parallel to bark
    When cutting for grade, what is the most material-efficient method? Illustrated. April 2, 2002

    Milling Epoxy Tops on a CNC
    Thoughts on tooling and dust control for cutting inch-thick epoxy on a CNC router. February 12, 2010

    Getting clean cuts on dimensioned parts
    Tips to reduce chips and tear-out when shaping dimensioned parts. June 14, 2000

    Blind woodworker's story
    A blind cabinetmaker tells the story of his education and career in woodworking. (From WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum) January 21, 2003

    Choosing Sliding Table Saws and Panel Saws
    Pros discuss the choices in panel saws and sliding table saws, and offer advice on modifying equipment for better performance. November 10, 2006

    Cabinetmaking Productivity
    Shop owners and woodworkers discuss how fast the people ought to be able to pump out product, and consider strategies for making better time. April 13, 2010

    Considering CNC
    Another long thread about the realities of adding a CNC to an already well-equipped shop. April 8, 2008

    Advice for a Sawmilling Beginner
    Here's a truckload of good advice for the man who just bought his first bandsaw mill. May 14, 2006

    Determining CNC feeds and speeds
    Where to begin in a world with no standards. June 19, 2003

    Chainsaw Sawmilling for Old Guys
    Here's a great discussion on the capabilities of chainsaw mills, from the point of view of some dudes who have gotten smarter over time. February 27, 2013

    Compensating for Material Thickness Variations
    Thickness differences between pieces can cause trouble when machining parts out of sheet goods. But a savvy operator can work around the problem. August 29, 2006

    Compression Cutters And Slight Step At Bottom Of Cut
    01/27/2015

    Blade and Bit Resharpening
    Most cabinetmakers agree that sending blades and bits out for resharpening is a practical and economical choice. March 25, 2007

    Cutting a Sink Hole in a Four-Inch-Thick Wood Countertop
    An architect's brainchild leaves a woodworker with a tricky job: cutting out a hole for an undermount sink in a 4-inch chunk of Walnut. August 3, 2009

    Band-Saw Blade Practical Glossary
    Saw blade terminology from a major blade manufacturer. December 13, 2006

    Crown Molding Cutting Techniques
    Fine points of cutting crown molding on a sliding compound miter saw as compared to using a straight chopsaw. August 7, 2006

    Blade Lube for Cutting Pine
    Sawmillers suggest Pine-Sol, dishwasher detergent, or diesel fuel. November 16, 2011

    Cutting the butt off blowdowns
    Cutting the butts off blown-down trees can be hazardous. Here are some safety tips. June 27, 2000

    Chip-out on HPL panels
    Solving problems with chip-out during CNC machining. August 12, 2001

    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 Techniques for PVC Board
    A fabricating shop has problems working with expanded PVC foam board. Colleagues share advice on cutter choice, feed rate, and more. July 11, 2005

    Cutting Miters on the CNC
    Advice on bits and methods for cutting miters and miter-folds on CNC routers. October 14, 2010

    Cutting Aluminum in the Shop
    Tips and cautions for cutting aluminum accent strips with woodworking equipment. March 26, 2009

    Cutting board finish
    Is there any way to add color to a maple cutting board? January 16, 2002

    Cutting StarBoard on the CNC
    Advice on feed rates, RPMs, and bit choices for cutting StarBoard high density polyethylene on the CNC. December 28, 2014

    Scribing Skirt Boards (Step By Step Photo Essay)
    Carl Hagstrom's detailed step-by-step photo essay (starring Carl's younger and better-looking stunt double) showing how to scribe a skirt board for a staircase stimulates a well-informed expert discussion of site and factory stair-building methods. February 15, 2015

    Spiral Heads on Old Equipment
    Re-tooling an old, heavy piece of iron with a new helical cutterhead can be the ideal value solution for some shops. August 18, 2009

    Sawing & drying framing timbers
    Tips for producing timbers for timber-frame construction. September 19, 2001

    What's the Best Tool for Cutting Panels?
    A start-up shop owner asks whether he should purchase a sliding table saw, a vertical panel saw, or maybe even a beam saw. Experienced hands offer thoughtful opinions. July 6, 2005

    Tuning Up a Bandsaw
    Bandsaws for resawing lumber need some careful attention to get and stay in tune. July 3, 2008

    Sliding Table Saw Versus Vertical Panel Saw
    Another take on a common topic: whether to buy a panel saw or a slider (or both). September 26, 2009

    Troubleshooting a Wandering Blade Problem
    A portable band-saw mill owner gets help figuring out what makes his blade "dive" into cuts. June 22, 2005

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

    Troubleshooting Maple Moulder Tear-Out
    Too-dry lumber, dull knives, complicated grain patterns, or other maintenance and operational issues could be causing this tear-out problem with Maple wood. February 25, 2009

    Two CNCs, or One CNC Paired with a Beam Saw?
    Your machinery choice depends on what you're making. Here are some thoughts about the options. March 22, 2013

    The Importance of Tuning Up CNC Equipment
    Low end or high end machines, performance and accuracy depend largely on "polishing" the setup. December 10, 2007

    Was a Teenage Woodworker
    Pros encourage a 14-year-old who wants to be in business to go for it. October 3, 2006

    Tenon Cut Quality Problems and Tooling Issues
    Woodworkers trace bad cuts on tenons to defects in shaper knives. January 29, 2009

    Tooling and Settings for Machining Laminated Particle Board on the CNC
    Advice on bit selection, feed speeds, RPMs, and other parameters for working with laminated or melamine-surfaced MDF panels on a CNC router. January 4, 2014

    Templates for Cutting Round Corners
    Woodworkers discuss how to make and use templates for cutting radius corners on countertops. December 6, 2006

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

    Table Saw, Slider, or Panel Saw?
    Here's another detailed thread on an important topic: selecting and using panel-cutting equipment. July 5, 2006

    Using Up Waste Off-Cuts with Cutlist
    The Cutlist optimizing software lets you organize the process of saving and using and scrap drops. Here's how one cabinetmaker takes advantage of that capability. June 3, 2013

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

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

    Tricky Cutting-Board Glue-Up
    A clever cutting board provides lessons about gluing end grain. October 20, 2005

    Is CNC Equipment Practical for a One-Man Shop?
    A long and thorough analysis of the value of an investment in CNC equipment for the small shop, this thread should be read by anyone considering the upgrade to CNC. August 23, 2006

    High-End Versus Low-End CNC Routers
    Pros discuss the cost versus capability tradeoffs when considering a CNC investment. November 8, 2008

    Has Buried Metal Ever Ruined Your Day?
    Bicycle sprockets, unexploded ordinance ... you never know what you're going to find in a tree. Here are the tales of buried metal contributed by Woodweb members competing to win a metal detector. The contest is over, but the stories (like spikes in a tree) last forever. April 15, 2013

    Reground Planer Knives Trapping Chips
    Woodworkers help figure out why chips won't clear out from the workpiece after a set of planer knives comes back from the grinder. March 14, 2006

    Radial Arm Saw Setup
    Acheiving square, accurate cuts on a consistent basis. May 10, 2005

    Nesting Bleeder Board Material
    CNC users dissect the options. January 24, 2005

    Hand Grinding Cutters to Make Reproduction Mouldings
    Detailed advice on how to grind your own custom knives in order to match unique profiles. March 28, 2010

    How Powerful a Vacuum Does a CNC Router Need?
    A discussion of vacuum pumps, regenerative blowers, and spoilboard techniques for maintaining a strong hold-down vacuum. March 27, 2008

    Installation ... but we've never done it -- like that before!
    Jon Elvrum discusses the biggest obstacle in learning to install frameless cabinets: Old habits. 1998.

    Routing a Large Radius with a Low-Power Router
    Advice on how to sneak up on a radius corner rout using a great big bit in a smaller router. Tips on speed control, custom router plates, jigs, and roughing out the piece by hand. February 18, 2007

    Machinery Choices for Slab Door Production
    A discussion of which machinery will best optimize productivity: a beam saw, a panel saw, or a CNC? May 15, 2014

    Melamine Tooling Issue: Grooves Worn Where Tool Contacts Paper
    New scratch-resistant melamine facings have created a localized wear problem in tools used to cut the material. Here's an extended discussion. January 19, 2011

    Edge Quality Issues with CNC Nested-Based Router Cuts
    Here's a look at the quality-control problem of fuzzy cut edges in panels cut by a CNC router. December 3, 2010

    Hold-Down Solutions for Cutting Small Circular Parts
    Here are some creative approaches to holding down the work when cutting out a multitude of small circles on the CNC. August 16, 2009

    One-man swing milling
    Running a one-man swing mill operation, loading and unloading mills and more. March 4, 2002

    Performance of Resharpened Bits
    CNC router bits should take several resharpenings before performance drops off. October 18, 2005

    Maintaining the Direction of Routs on Mirrored Parts
    Here's a discussion of the control code that can prevent a CNC controller from introducing climb cuts where you don't want them when cutting out mirrored parts. December 31, 2012

    Felling trees near power lines
    Recommendations on how to do it, and whether to do it at all. May 14, 2002

    Eliminating Melamine Chip-Out
    Suggestions for blade choice and equipment tweaks that will help reduce chip-out when cutting melamine on the table saw. May 6, 2010

    Optimizing Cut Quality on a Door-Making Shaper
    With a specialized machine designed for profiling door parts, it can be tricky to adjust RPMs and feed rates for a good, clean cut. July 11, 2007

    Job estimating: How-to
    A primer for woodworkers on doing accurate job estimates. June 7, 2000

    Optimizing Materials Versus Optimizing Time
    A small non-CNC shop considers whether it makes more sense to process more or fewer cabinets at a time. June 4, 2009

    Radius Limitations when Machining Curved Mouldings
    Very tight curves introduce shape distortions in moulding profiles. March 4, 2006

    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

    Lubing Blades When Sawing Utility Poles
    Old utility poles can be rough on blades. Here, sawmillers discuss why, and suggest blade lubricating fluids. August 21, 2006

    Fine Points of Side Clearance and Draft Angle
    Grinding a rabbet knife for accurate square cutting as well as good tooling life can be tricky. March 10, 2008

    Router Bits 101
    Notes on router bit specs and characteristics. January 7, 2007

    More CNC Basics for Aluminum
    Basic advice on cutting aluminum on CNC equipment. December 27, 2006

    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

    "Chip Dent" in Planed Lumber
    Here's a long, detailed examination of the problem of denting in planed wood, caused by knives pressing chips into the wood surface. Unfortunately, no solutions. October 15, 2009

    Cost of running a CNC router
    Choosing the right CNC machine based on projected capabilities and costs. November 29, 2000

    Dovetail Drawers on a CNC Router
    A wide-ranging discussion about cutting dovetail drawer joints on a CNC. November 8, 2008

    CNC for Veneer Marquetry
    Is there CNC equipment that can do fine work with very thin veneer stock? Here's an in-depth discussion. January 3, 2012

    Clean Cuts with Vertical Panel Saws
    Cabinetmakers discuss scoring blades, blade types, and cutting techniques for getting clean, razor-sharp cuts with panel saws. December 28, 2005

    Drying cedar slabs -- and stepping up sawmill production
    Effective drying and basic sawing with a scragg mill. September 2, 2002

    CNC performance -- Speed is not the only measure
    Manufacturers talk about advances in CNC performance. February 21, 2001

    Cutting Rosettes with a CNC Router
    Hold-down is the big challenge. Here are a half dozen suggested solutions. October 8, 2005

    Cutting Tenons on a Shaper
    Advice on making end tenons on a shaper. March 3, 2009

    Drying and Sawing Tips for Gun Stocks
    Advice on how to dry and saw walnut for use as gun stock blanks. August 21, 2006

    Adhesives and Gluing Methods for Cutting Boards
    A craftsman finds that his cutting boards are cracking at the joints. Was it the glue he chose, or the way he applied it? October 2, 2005

    Converting a Point to Point CNC into a Flat Table
    Here's a discussion of the practicalities involved in modifying a pod-and-rail point-to-point CNC with the vacuum and spoilboard flat table required for cutting parts out of large sheets of material. December 28, 2010

    Cutting Veneered MDF on a Bevel
    Tips on blade selection and table-saw technique for clean cuts on veneered panels. November 28, 2006

    A Jig for Drawing or Cutting Ellipses
    This clever but simple jig can be used with a pencil to draw an ellipse, or with a router to cut one. April 18, 2006

    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

    Cutting Logs with Burl
    It takes years of experience to get the hang of predicting what sort of grain figure may be inside a log, and how to saw it for the best value product. June 30, 2007

    Cutting Out Oven Cabinet Openings
    Oven cabinets come with small openings that need to be enlarged to fit the brand of oven selected. Here, installers share their methods for making a clean, precise cut. December 14, 2005

    Avoiding Blowout Cutting Hardwood on CNC
    Multiple passes, with climb cutting, seems to do the trick. February 20, 2008

    Cutting Stacked Sheets on the CNC
    Suggestions for how to hold thin sheets of material down while cutting multiple sheets in one pass. August 24, 2008

    Back-Beveling Tips
    Fine points of back-beveling jointer knives. May 13, 2005

    Cutting the Ends of Rough Lumber before Milling
    Some shops make a practice of trimming ends before starting to rip, plane, or profile wood, because gravel or other contamination on lumber ends can ruin cutting edges. September 17, 2012

    Breaking router bits
    Why are bits breaking while cutting exterior-grade MDF? November 26, 2001

    Diamond Bits Versus Carbide Bits
    Diamond bits last longer in hard materials, but may not be as sharp for quality cutting. January 14, 2008

    Cutting Marine HDPE
    Advice on cutting marine-grade high-density polyethylene (HDPE). June 17, 2009

    Cutting Cedar Without Splintering on a CNC Router
    Pros recommend climb-cutting for the first pass, and add other tips. December 6, 2006

    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

    Cutting Veneer into Strips for Edgebanding
    Advice on how to soften and cut figured veneer flitches. December 14, 2009

    Cutting Out Sink Holes in Laminate Tops
    October 2, 2007

    Diamond Bits for Cutting Laminate on CNC
    Far more durable than other alternatives, diamond bits are cost-effective despite their high price. August 21, 2006

    Cutting 45° Crown Moulding
    Info on cutting crown of various spring angles, and what to do if the walls are slightly off square. July 28, 2012

    Lumber Grading - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Lumber Grading - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Stocking Level, Stand Structure, Cutting Cycle, and Growth Rates
    1992

    Diameter Limit Cutting
    1992

    Portable sawing rates
    Methods for charging, plus more on the business of sawmilling. January 21, 2002

    Sawmill recovery rate
    Does one sawmill's recovery rate make it a better choice over another mill? (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) February 18, 2003

    Shaper Setups for Complex Joinery
    Here's a long thread that delves into shaper choices and shop rigs and jigs for advanced joinery such as mortise-and-tenon window sash. October 14, 2008

    Wholesale, Commercial, and Retail Pricing
    Cabinetmakers discuss the idea of using a tiered pricing model to reflect volume, complexity, and customization of the job. July 12, 2012

    Setting Up Excalibur Slider
    Tips and photos for accurate alignment. March 14, 2004

    Timber Framing: Dry or Green?
    Thoughts and opinions on whether to frame with dry lumber or green, and whether to let felled logs dry before sawing. October 1, 2009

    Selecting CNC Machinery
    Choosing a machine to best suit your operation. January 28, 2004

    Swing Blade Safety
    How dangerous is a swing blade sawmill? Operators kick the topic around. June 30, 2007

    Vertical Panel Saw and Sliding Table Saw Comparison
    This discussion of the choice between vertical saws and sliders includes some thoughts on sliding table saw technique. November 21, 2006

    Vertical CNC Machining Center
    06/08/2014

    Straight Knife Planers with Grinders
    Here's a good look at the hows and whys of grinding knives on the planer. October 19, 2013

    What's a Chainsaw Mill Good For?
    Chainsaw mills have their particular strengths. Here's a long discussion on how to get good use out of one. March 31, 2008

    Tooling for Shaping Solid Wood Panel Edges on the CNC
    A CNC owner gets advice on tool selection and CNC operation for profiling the curved edges of a 2.5-inch-thick solid wood countertop.March 13, 2014

    Sharpening Hand Tools with Sandpaper
    Chisels and planes take a keen edge using increasing grits of sandpaper glued to glass. Here, pros discuss the fine points of achieving that wicked edge. December 15, 2005

    Troubleshooting a Diving Cut on a Swing Blade Sawmill
    Swing-blade owners run through the usual suspects trying to find the source of a hard-to-explain blade-diving problem. February 12, 2007

    Should a Small Cabinet Shop Switch to CNC Equipment?
    Do too many people invest in CNC routers for emotional reasons, asks a small shop owner? In response, CNC users try to zero in on a rational basis for the choice. November 25, 2005

    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

    Vacuum Clamping -- Save Time, Save Money!
    March 19, 2002

    Sawing the Biggest Logs Your Mill Can Handle
    Will that bandsaw mill really cut a 36-inch diameter log? If only it were that simple. In this thread, owners of various mills discuss the tips and techniques you need to manage monster logs in the real world. July 12, 2005

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

    Troubleshooting Tearout on End Grain
    A furnituremaker gets advice on avoiding tearout when machining Maple end grain with a roundover bit. October 19, 2014

    Smallest Practical Bits for CNC Cutting Work
    CNC owners discuss how small a bit can be and still perform cutting tasks well. September 25, 2014

    Tooling for Double End Tenoner
    Cutterheads from some other equipment can be used with a double end tenoner. December 11, 2006

    Straight cuts through knots
    Knots are extremely dense. Here's advice for keeping cuts on line while cutting through them. June 21, 2000

    Surfacing a Spoilboard
    How and why to "flycut" an MDF spoilboard. August 17, 2006

    Nested-Based Routers Versus Beam Saw and Point-to-Point
    Two different technologies, same product — why pick one or the other? January 14, 2008

    Jointer Tolerances and Setup Techniques
    A furnituremaker who wants super-fine tolerances gets advice on tuning and operating a jointer. May 2, 2011

    Price sawmilling by the cut?
    Pricing by the hour, the board foot and the cut. (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) February 12, 2003

    Expanding portable sawmill business
    A hard look at the pros and cons of expanding a business. October 9, 2002

    Knife Grinding and Woodworking Manual 1 -- Excerpts Part 1
    One in a series of excerpts from the grinding manual of Charles G.G. Schmidt & Company. 1998.

    Hammering and Rolling Large Saw Blades
    Saw blades can be pre-tensioned so that they take on a true, flat shape when spinning. The technique is an art that requires knowledge and experience. June 24, 2007

    Pod and Rail Versus Flat-Table CNC Routers
    A long and thoughtful look at what flavor of CNC will best suit a particular woodshop's needs. December 8, 2010

    Efficient Trim Installation
    Extensive advice on organizing and planning for efficient production on site when installing baseboard, crown moulding, and window and door casing. October 25, 2006

    Maximizing Efficiency with CNC Cabinet Production
    A CNC-equipped cabinetmaker explains how he squeezes the most productive value out of his equipment. September 8, 2007

    Routing Plywood in a Single Pass
    Will a hand-held router manage 1/2-inch plywood in one pass, or do you need to make two? Woodworkers share experiences. July 11, 2013

    Expected Service Life for a CNC Spindle
    How long should a CNC spindle last before it needs replacing? That depends on many operating conditions, including tool sharpness, type of cooling system, and ramping parameters. August 24, 2008

    Options for Machining Dadoes
    Here's an extensive collection of methods and tips for cutting dadoes in panels. November 30, 2009

    Ripping Hardwood on a Sliding Table Saw
    Advice on ripping hardwood lumber on a sliding table saw, and other useful slider tricks. February 6, 2007

    Labor Time for Sawing Timbers
    How much time to expect to take for sawing framing timbers on a bandmill. December 6, 2009

    Radial-Arm Saw Cutting Technique
    Radial arm saws have their place, some cabinetmakers say. Here, they discuss blade choice and cutting technique. November 25, 2005

    Radius Bead
    A craftsman asks for advice on cutting a bead profile into an arched bookcase front, and hears the details of several alternative methods. October 4, 2005

    Gig-back techniques for manual mills
    Sawyers offer various ideas on gig-back techniques, and their impacts on saftely and profitability. June 20, 2000

    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

    Feed Rate and Cut Depth for Melamine on the CNC Router
    A discussion of CNC settings that work well for machining cabinet parts from 3/4-inch melamine. June 23, 2014

    Miter Saw Blade Cut Creep
    Saw blades pulling on the work can pull cut angles slightly out of whack. Here, craftsmen suggest solutions for accurate cutting. March 20, 2006

    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

    Improving Relief Cut Quality
    Advice on bits, RPMs, and more for getting clean, sharp cuts in complex relief surfaces. March 1, 2006

    Limits to Vacuum When Routing Small Parts
    A newcomer asks what size parts he should expect his vacuum table to manage. Experienced hands discuss his problem. July 2, 2005

    Fuzzy Edge Problems with Particleboard Melamine
    Fuzz from the edges of freshly cut particleboard is gumming up the edgebander. What to do? Here's advice on bits and cutting methods. April 17, 2009

    Miter-Fold Methods for P-lam on MDF
    CNC pros discuss tool choices and cutting and assembly techniques for miter-fold cabinet box construction. May 15, 2008

    Best Philosophy For Managing Volume
    05/09/2014

    Are Small Moulders Practical for Small Runs?
    Here's an extensive and informative run on the hows and whys of buying and using a small moulder to make short runs of custom profiles. October 19, 2013

    Business Basics for a Timber Sale
    Sawmill pros and foresters advise a landowner on how to approach structuring a deal to cut and mill standing timber. July 30, 2007

    Choosing a Bandsaw Blade
    Experimenting over time is the way to find the blade that works best on your mill for the kind of sawing that you do. (Also, fish responsibly.) February 2, 2012

    Choosing a Verical Panel Saw or Slider
    A question about choosing a panel saw slips into familiar territory: would a slider be better? That all depends, of course; cabinetmakers here share experiences they've had with both. November 23, 2012

    Cutting and drying beveled siding
    Producing beveled siding from green lumber, with special attention to the drying process. June 24, 2001

    A Sliding Table Saw in a Small Work Space
    Here's another long discussion of the value of sliding table saws, and the practical aspects of fitting one into a small shop footprint. July 29, 2012

    Chip Removal and Planer Finish Defects
    A classic defect with a well-known cause: chips recirculating around the cutter head and being pounded into the wood. But how to fix it? May 15, 2012

    Bandsawing a Radius in Massive Beams
    Here's a long discussion of equipment choices and methods for sawing a curve into giant timbers. July 26, 2010

    Choosing a Moulder and Shaper Knife Grinder
    Advice on how to get into knife grinding for your own shop. August 31, 2010

    Chinese Plywood
    Cabinetmakers complain about the quality of hardwood plywood imported from China. April 13, 2012

    Crack In Wood Top
    02/03/2015

    Choosing a moulder
    Jointed- vs. non-jointed-head moulders; choosing the right machine for a custom moulding business. November 21, 2000

    Buying a Used Beamsaw
    Input from users and maintenance techs on what to watch out for when buying a pre-owned beamsaw, and advice about teardown, transport, and re-assembly.July 29, 2011

    CNC Productivity and the Purchasing Decision
    A discussion of machine output versus shop needs, the outsourcing option, and the planning and preparation recommended before purchasing a CNC router. August 29, 2006

    Choosing Table Saw Blades
    Thoughts on table saw blade selection for cutting plywood and for ripping hardwood. March 26, 2010

    Budget Cross-Cutting Solutions
    Suggestions on gearing up for wide panel cross-cuts without investing in an expensive sliding table saw. March 25, 2007

    Blades for Sawing Old Timbers with Embedded Nails
    There are no easy answers if you need a blade that will saw wood and also cut through nails. April 18, 2009

    CNC Circle-Cutting Accuracy in Solid Wood
    CNC pros help troubleshoot when a CNC router cuts circles that look more like ellipses. August 21, 2006

    Bulldozed Saw Logs
    Trees that have been pushed over may have various kinds of damage near the butt — and pulling them out of the pile can be hazardous, too. June 22, 2012

    CNC-Machining Curved Parts from Hard Wood
    Advice on bit choice, feed speeds, RPMs, and pre-roughing blanks. May 22, 2006

    CNC Routing Chipboard with Two Passes
    Here's a discussion of the fine points of onion-skin techniques for cutting small parts. December 2, 2011

    Beam Saw Cut Quality
    Assuming the saw is well set up and in tune, you rarely see chipout when cutting stacked panels on a beam saw. March 26, 2012

    Cutting a Stainless Steel Vent Hood Chimney
    If a range vent hood is too tall to fit, you can't fudge it. Here's advice on trimming the metal to size. August 8, 2008

    Bit Life in Melamine
    Bits wearing out too fast? Consider the tips in this thread from the CNC forum. November 12, 2005

    Cutting Aluminum on a CNC Router
    Basic CNC tips for working with sheet aluminum. December 27, 2006

    Diamond Versus Carbide: Tool Life and Production Trade-Off
    Diamond bits last longer, but need to run slower than carbide because of overheating problems. December 2, 2011

    Down-Stroke Jigsaw Blades for Laminate
    Thoughts and experiences on cutting laminate on site without chipping it out. November 19, 2008

    Cutting Angles Sharper than Forty-Five Degrees
    Wall intersections tighter than 45° call for tricky chop-saw technique. Here's advice on jigs from a few trim carpenters. June 16, 2010

    Cutting 5-sided timber
    Hewing a pentagon-shaped ridge beam on a Wood-Mizer. October 9, 2002

    Determining MC by weight
    Tools and techniques for measuring moisture content by weighing lumber cuttings. January 4, 2001

    Cutting Sink Holes in Laminate Countertops
    Introductory tips for a new installer on cutting laminate countertops. May 22, 2007

    Bandmill ratings
    Sawmillers share their opinions of various bandmills. April 4, 2001

    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

    Cutting Aluminum Composite Sheets
    Advice on bit choice and techniques for machining aluminum composite panels on CNC equipment. February 17, 2012

    Cut MDF in One Pass, or Several?
    A single pass is faster, but if you have time there might be reasons to make multiple passes. April 20, 2008

    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

    CNC Tooling for Large Solid Wood Parts
    Step-cutting with a relatively light bit can break the tool. Instead, rough out with a large, slow helix bit and come back for a light finish pass. September 24, 2006

    Cutting creosoted poles
    Advice on cutting (or not cutting) utility poles treated with creosote. June 20, 2000

    Complex Shapes on a Flat-Table CNC Router
    A discussion, with examples, about cutting complex art shapes, bas-relief, curved mouldings, et cetera, on a flat-table CNC. December 11, 2012

    Drawing and Cutting Ellipses
    Drawing ellipses without strings or formulas, making a jig to cut an ellipse, and cutting an ellipse with a router and jig. January 28, 2007

    Careful logging, partial cutting and the protection of terrestrial and aquatic habitats
    Stand management activites influence (1) tree growth and quality; (2) stand structure, stocking and composition; (3) wildlife and aquatic habitat quality; and (4) long-term site productivity. The cumulative impacts of stand-level treatments affect ecosystem structure and function at the landscape le ......

    Stocking and structure for maximum growth in sugar maple selection stands.
    The impacts of stocking, structure, and cutting cycle on basal area, cubic foot volume, board foot volume, and diameter growth are considered. Recommendations are provided for maximum growth in uneven-aged sugar maple stands. 1981

    Whether to Paint Cabinets Before or After Assembly
    A shop that mass-produces cabinetry looks for a way to speed up its finishing operation. December 23, 2014

    Whether to Invest in a CNC Router
    Here's a long, thoughtful, and detailed thread comparing the advantages of a CNC router to other efficient setups, and considering whether buying a CNC is a good move for a small shop facing cut-rate competition. September 30, 2010

    Quirk Bead Cutters
    An extended discussion on cutterheads for making quirk bead, plus equipment choices and setups for this custom decorative detail. March 3, 2009

    Sawing and Drying: Does the Season of the Year Matter?
    Here's a long thread that separates the science from the rumor around the question: "What's the best time of year to cut trees and dry lumber?" May 15, 2012

    Who cuts sink holes?
    Is this the responsibility of the cabinetmaker or installer? December 17, 2003

    Sharpening Jointer Knives on the Machine
    Woodworkers discuss various ways to dress or sharpen jointer knives without removing them from the machine. August 1, 2011

    Working On-Site with Hardwood Millwork
    Hardwood details add beauty and value to any installation. November 27, 2001

    Setting Up a Six-Head Moulder for Machining Tall Baseboard
    Here's a detailed discussion of how to arrange the top knives for cutting of the flat and the profiled part of tall, highly detailed baseboard mouldings. March 31, 2008

    Vacuum Pump Performance, Pump Size, and Altitude
    Here's some in-depth and thoughtful discussion of vacuum pump capacity and the factors that influence pump effectiveness. January 7, 2010

    Scribing a Template to Fit A Countertop Between Three Walls
    Here's a long, detailed thread about scribing a custom template for cutting and fitting countertops into tight spaces. December 27, 2007

    Sharpening Technology and Methods for CNC Tooling
    Sharpening spiral cutters for CNC equipment is a very complex undertaking. Here is a detailed discussion with full explanations.July 29, 2012

    Squaring Up a Sliding Table Saw
    Pros walk a newcomer through the steps of getting a slider trued up for accurate rips and crosscuts. February 20, 2008

    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

    Working with Iron Balusters
    Installers share tips on laying out, cutting, and fitting metal balusters to a wood staircase and banister. August 2, 2005

    Sawing Crotch and Knot Wood
    Advice on sawing crotch and burl Walnut and Cherry. May 15, 2011

    Yield Loss in Ripped-One-Edge Lumber
    A woodworker who has ordered a delivery of random length and width wood ripped on one edge and surfaced on two sides wants to know how much wood he can really expect to get. April 27, 2007

    Upgrading the Table Saw
    Where do you go when you step up from that old table saw? February 8, 2008

    Tooling Up for High-Volume Crosscuts
    Jump saw, radial arm saw, miter saw — what kind of equipment would be cost-effective investment for work requiring thousands of cross-cuts on short pieces of solid lumber? April 27, 2011

    Short blade life
    Band mill blades that don't last, burnt tips and bad bearings. December 18, 2001

    Sawstop Stories
    Cabinetmakers discuss the value of a Sawstop table saw, which trips and stops before cutting off your fingers. August 12, 2014

    Quarter-sawing on a Swing-Blade Mill
    Quarter-sawing problems, solutions, and ideas. August 31, 2009

    Veneering Table Legs
    A furnituremaker gets advice on applying veneer to glued-up table legs. March 26, 2013

    Shop Productivity With a New CNC
    It seems more efficient to go on cutting parts manually than to program the CNC... what's missing? October 5, 2004

    Teak and Tool Wear
    Teak contains silica sand, and it quickly wears down cutting edges on every kind of tool. October 27, 2011

    Sawdust on stacked wood
    Should sawdust be cleaned off before stacking and drying? October 15, 2001

    Turning the End of a Rod
    Suggestions for tackling the problem of turning a 1.5-inch diameter rod down to one inch — but only at the ends.October 17, 2012

    Sizing CNC Vacuum Pumps
    Advice on sizing the vacuum pump to the CNC and its usual tasks. November 24, 2008

    Speedier cutting of toe-kick notches
    Techniques for quickening this necessary element of cabinet part machining. July 18, 2000

    Spiral planer heads
    Descriptions, pros and cons of different kinds of planer heads, with an emphasis on the spiral type. June 13, 2001

    12-Degree Versus 20-Degree Cutterheads for Poplar
    A discussion of whether to use 20° or 12° cutterhead angles for machining Poplar. January 25, 2010

    Saw Blade Rake: Negative or Positive?
    The rake on a saw blade's teeth affects the tendency of wood to move during cutting. Rake angle should be different for blades used on different types of saws. October 1, 2010

    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

    Tool Speeds and Fire
    Thoughts on how to prevent the tool overheating that could set your material (and your shop) on fire. October 15, 2009

    Veneer Joint Cutting in Volume
    Suggestions for boosting production in veneer seaming. June 11, 2014

    Unusual Bar Shape on an Old Chain Saw
    Back in the day, some chain saws came with a bar that was interrupted in the middle, advantageous for limbing and for cutting stumps. June 15, 2014

    Slicing Veneer
    Advice on patterns, tools and techniques for cutting triangle-shaped veneer pieces for a "sunburst" table top. October 30, 2005

    Sinker logs: Cutting, use and grading
    A quick review of the cutting, use, and grading of lumber from sinker logs. June 20, 2000

    Home-built moulder
    Advice on the construction of a moulder, and encouragement to follow an easier path. November 18, 2002

    Making Code from Sloppy Drawings
    The frustrations of messy drawings, and a parallel discussion of CNC theory vs. reality in terms of function. December 9, 2004

    Elliptical Moulding Jigs and Tricks
    Simple curves are hard: elliptical shapes require a high degree of skill and experience. Here's a long discussion with photos from some seasoned old hands. April 12, 2013

    Pros and Cons of Helical Heads for Jointers
    A long discussion of spiral cutterhead performance. May 16, 2014

    Grinding Your Own Moulder Knives
    Here's a long, rich thread covering many aspects of moulder knife grinding. October 2, 2005

    Panel Goods and Cutter Life
    A search for melamine-faced MDF leads to a long discussion on the way different types of panel materials wear out tools. February 14, 2006

    Machinery Choices for "Hollow Joints" on Rips and Glue-Ups
    A conversation about the machinery and tooling required to create "hollow joints" for strong glue-ups. May 16, 2014

    Food Safety and Wood Countertop Finishes
    Objective information about wood finish safety for contact with food is hard to come by. August 27, 2012

    Equipment Upgrades?
    01/20/2015

    Economics of Sawing for the Tie and Pallet Market
    Ties and pallets typically get sawn as byproducts when producing higher-grade lumber. But in a down market, it's tough to sell any part of the log at a profit. September 6, 2010

    Moulder Blade Sharpening and Touch-Up Tips
    Here's extensive advice about moulder knife sharpening and touch-up and other issues that can affect knife edge quality and moulding appearance. October 18, 2011

    Making Mitered Boxes with MDF
    Here's a long discussion of how to get accurate, clean miter joints with MDF, time after time. September 26, 2009

    Good Felling Practices
    This article from Sawmill & Woodlot Magazine tells you how to take 'em down safely. September 22, 2001

    Mini-Scragg Mill Productivity
    A long, detailed discussion of what a small scragg mill can produce under various conditions, and whether it can make money for the owner. July 3, 2008

    Plunge Cut Circular Saw Versus Table Saw
    For a part-time shop, can a high-quality circular saw and guide setup take the place of a table saw for panel cutting on small jobs? June 3, 2009

    Finding a Use for Scrap Sheet Goods
    A cabinet maker asks, "What can I do with all those drops?" March 17, 2005

    Job-Site Miter Saw Stands
    Pros supply ideas with photos of versatile chopsaw stands for the job site. November 19, 2006

    Hold-Down Problems with Small, Thin, Porous Parts
    CNC pros suggest a range of solutions for holding down small parts during machining. August 3, 2009

    Hold-Down Problems with Small Parts and Pre-Finished Plywood
    Troubleshooting difficulties keeping small parts still while cutting pre-finished plywood. March 26, 2009

    Holding Down Solid Wood Parts on a CNC Router Table
    Holding small pieces down with a CNC vacuum table is one of the trickiest aspects of CNC work. Here is some detailed advice. May 7, 2007

    Edging boards
    The most efficient methods. December 17, 2002

    Moulder Tearout Problems with Hickory
    Hickory is notoriously difficult to machine. Here's a discussion on how to deal with tearout while making hickory crown moulding. February 19, 2006

    Routing Deeper than a Tool's Allowed "Usable Length"
    Creative programming lets a CNC user rout progressively deeper into thick material, working around software restrictions on a given tool's maximum depth of cut. August 29, 2006

    Relating Lumber Grade Selection to End Use
    Which grade you should buy depends on what you're making. If you're willing to trim, cut, and select, a lower grade may serve your needs well. February 19, 2013

    Modifying a Moulder to Run a Deep Profile
    Trying to push a moulder to perform outside the limits of its original design can result in serious injury. January 29, 2009

    How to Make a Full Radius Arch Top Cab Door
    From laying up blanks to cutting, here are some tips on making arched top door stiles. November 2, 2010

    Rigging a Lathe and Router for Cutoff Operations
    Woodworkers discuss a novel arrangement of lathe, router, and saw blade for an unusual machining and cutting situation. November 3, 2010

    Holding a Cant Down on the Bandmill
    A bandmill owner gets help troubleshooting the situation when a cant seems to rise off the sawmill bed while sawing the last few boards. April 18, 2015

    Production Machinery for Solid Surfacing Fabrication
    Thoughts and advice for a solid-surfacing shop owner on investing in equipment such as panel saws or CNC routers. October 2, 2005

    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

    Protecting the Pods During Cuts
    Some point-to-point equipment leaves hold-down pods exposed to damage during cutting. Here are ideas for minimizing the problem. February 8, 2008

    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

    PVC Machining Tips
    Advice on bit choice, speeds, and RPMs for cutting PVC sheet goods with a small, low-powered CNC router. December 8, 2010

    Getting More Life from Bandmill Blades
    A closer look at what wears blades out, and how you can keep them cutting better and longer. March 16, 2015

    How to Notch When Felling Timber
    A discussion of the pros and cons of different notching strategies used when cutting down trees. June 14, 2014

    Making Small Parts with a CNC Router
    A CNC beginner gets advice on various ways to hold the work in place. August 8, 2005

    Problems Cutting Full Bullnose
    Cutting a profile in pine stock on a router table. March 14, 2004

    Preventing Blow-Out When Cutting Double-Sided Veneer Plywood
    Advice on equipment, blades, and techniques to prevent a ragged edge on the underside of table-saw cuts. January 20, 2007

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

    3/8" Versus 1/2" Compression Bits
    The smaller-diameter bits reduce waste, but may deflect in thick material. September 30, 2010

    Nesting Laminate Slab Doors
    06/26/2015

    Machinery setup: Squaring up your saw
    How to make sure your saw is cutting square. February 12, 2001

    Laminate Cutting and Seaming
    This thread describes a router jig for making clean cuts and seams in HPL joints. June 12, 2014

    Knife-Setting and Grinding Tolerances
    Given that nothing's perfect, how close is close enough? August 8, 2008

    Frameless Box Tolerances: Decks Versus Gables
    Is it worth cutting tops and decks just a hair shy, so as to avoid revealing end wood in case of inaccuracy? March 13, 2014

    Edgebander Is Cutting The Tape Short
    02/16/2015

    Routing Teflon on the CNC
    Dealing with hold-down and clean cutting issues when routing small parts from an extremely slippery material. August 3, 2009

    Rocker Lamination Tips
    Advice on hardwood lamination thickness for rocking chair rockers, and tips for cutting the laminations. February 12, 2007

    Machining Acrylic
    Bit selection, feed rates, and other advice for cutting acrylic on a CNC router. March 1, 2006

    Running a Moulder with One Sharp Knife and a Balancer
    One knife on a moulder head can do all the cutting, but it's a tricky arrangement to set up right. November 12, 2008

    Recommended finishes for cutting boards
    Food-safe finishes for restaurant butcher blocks. December 6, 2000

    Efficient Production of Drawer Parts
    An idea for speeding up the drawer blank cutting process. September 8, 2007

    ITEMIZER - From R & R Drummond, Inc.
    Use your computer to generate efficient layouts for cutting sheet material into desired sizes (a link to a demo download is provided)1998

    3rd Party Particle Board Cutting
    10/31/2014

    Door and Window Building: CNC Versus Traditional Machinery
    Here's a thoughtful and sophisticated conversation about the proper place of CNC equipment and traditional shapers, mortisers, etc., in custom door and window production. October 3, 2011

    Bandmill horsepower
    Will a higher horsepower diesel engine speed production? January 1, 2003

    Cutterhead balance
    Solving the problem of a vibrating planer/moulder. January 16, 2002

    Adding a Rotary Indexer to a CNC Router
    Detailed thoughts on installing a "fourth axis," similar to a lathe, onto a CNC, to hold and rotate blanks for machining complex pieces. June 29, 2007

    CNC tooling slippage
    Could it be the collects, the cleaning, the cones... what? July 9, 2002

    Advantages of vacuum clamping
    Advantages of vacuum clamping over mechanical clamping. June 24, 2002

    Chainsaw Choice
    Choosing a chainsaw to use in an Alaskan sawmill. January 4, 2001

    Building a Hydraulic Swingmill
    Sawmillers talk over the fine points and choices involved in building a hydraulic swingmill. March 13, 2009

    Bandsaw blades: Sawyer survey
    Sawyers cite their preferred bandmill blades by brand name. July 11, 2000

    Cutting Flutes in Pilasters
    Advice on using a table saw or router to make fluted woodwork. January 13, 2009

    Band Saw Blade Life in Hardwood
    Thoughts on sharpening, lubrication, alignment, blade quality, and other factors that affect how long a bandmill blade will stay sharp in heavy use. February 24, 2008

    Compression and Chatter
    Pros discuss the meaning and causes of "compression" and "chatter" in moulder operation. October 4, 2005

    Cutterhead Knife Angle
    Long and detailed discussion of knife grinding, focusing on back bevel and side clearance. February 19, 2006

    Basic Tips on Profile Grinding
    Basic tips on knife grinding for a beginner playing catch-up. November 26, 2008

    Creating templates for moulder knives
    Thoughts on producing templates for cutting moulder knives. June 14, 2000

    Almost Cut My Thumb Off
    A close call with the table saw sparks a conversation about safe equipment and careful practices. January 11, 2008

    Cutting dadoes in sawn logs
    Tools and techniques to get the job done. October 20, 2003

    Avoiding Shaper Blow-Out
    Various suggestions for achieving clean, sharp profiles without tear-out and blow-out when running moulding on a shaper. July 28, 2007

    Cutting Clean Grooves
    A discussion of ways to dado drawer parts to accept bottom panels, without chipping and other defects. April 15, 2009

    Chip Clearing and Dents in Mouldings
    Dents that occur when chips are pressed back into the wood by cutter ends are related to problems with the dust collector's suction. July 18, 2008

    Bits for Boring Holes in Laminate
    Cabinetmakers discuss choosing a bit to drill lock holes in laminate doors. July 31, 2009

    Drilling Problem
    Participants help troubleshoot a "boring" challenge. February 25, 2005

    Bit Selection for a CNC Router
    A shop owner gets advice on what bits he'll need for his new CNC router, along with tips on bit care and re-sharpening. August 30, 2005

    Cutting Cardboard Tubing
    Laminate-faced cardboard tubes can be tricky to cut. Here are some tips. March 10, 2008

    Carbide Blades on a Bandsaw Mill
    Sawyers discuss whether it's worth the extra cost to use carbide blades. February 4, 2011

    Bit Choice and Dust Control when Cutting MDF
    Tips on how to keep dust from packing into the cutlines when machining MDF on a CNC router. February 28, 2012

    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

    Cutting Installed Chair Rail
    With the right tools, surgically removing existing trim before setting a new cab can be the simplest course. September 30, 2010

    Cutting Sheet Aluminum without Breaking Bits
    Bit type and size, feed rate, spindle RPMs, and cooling are the key parameters for success with machining aluminum on a CNC. Here's advice. June 28, 2013

    Cutting Post-Form Countertops on Site
    Installers discuss how to cut out an existing countertop on site for a new cooktop. April 20, 2007

    Cutting Aluminum Closet Rod
    The right blade on a light chopsaw makes quick, clean work of it. April 10, 2012

    Bit Size for CNC Cut-Out Operations
    Are there reasons for preferring a 1/2-inch, 3/8-inch, or even 1/4-inch bit for cutting out parts on a CNC router? June 26, 2006

    Checking Tolerances on a CNC Router
    When parts are coming out slightly undersized, start with a few basic troubleshooting checks. October 20, 2013

    Best Blade For Resaw
    09/02/2015

    Attaching an Aggregate and Saw Blade to a CNC Machine
    Here's a basic explanation of how you go about equipping a CNC machine with the capability to saw square shapes out of panels. June 30, 2007

    Cracks in a Butcher Block
    Woodworkers consider why cracks would open in a butcher-block cutting board during orbital sanding. January 8, 2010

    Cutting Rosettes with CNC Routers
    Be careful — CNC router spindle bearings aren't designed for a lot of plunge cutting. June 26, 2006

    Cutting Dry Walnut
    Yes, that wood is hard. August 31, 2005

    Cutting 3/4 Melamine on CNC
    Advice on bit type, feed rate, and RPM. July 3, 2005

    Circle Jigs for Routers
    Ideas and photos for router setups for cutting circles of various sizes. August 31, 2010

    Sustainable forestry
    How sustainable forestry relates to the woodworker and consumer demands. June 3, 2003

    Kiln Operation - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Kiln Operation - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Air Drying Lumber - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Air Drying Lumber - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Free Woodworking Software at WOODWEB
    Free Woodworking Software at WOODWEB

    Is A One Man Shop Wasting Time With CNC
    02/08/2016

    Landscape ecology and forest management
    Almost all forest management activities affect landscape pattern to some extent. Among the most obvious impacts are those associated with forest harvesting and road building. These activities profoundly affect the size, shape, and configuration of patches in the landscape matrix. Even-age management ......

    To Grow Or Shrink?
    02/15/2014

    Troubleshooting Accuracy Problems on a Tenoner
    Here's a long story of a woodworking shop's difficulties in getting a tenoner set up with split tooling to work to the desired level of precision, accuracy, and repeatability. October 26, 2011

    Work-Station Shop Organization Systems
    Thoughts on a shop setup that involves moving the workpiece from station to station, rather than moving pieces and tools onto and off of a single work bench.May 23, 2011

    Whether to Invest in a CNC Machine
    Should a part-time woodworker with a small shop make the jump to CNC? April 18, 2015

    Shaper Cutter Choices, Alignment, and Balancing
    In this interesting thread, a question about good cutterhead choices for occasional use in hardwood evolves into a conversation about setting up and balancing the shaper. August 19, 2013

    Using Prelaminated Sheetgoods
    02/20/2014

    Shopping for Portable Sawmills
    Portable sawmill owners and would-be owners discuss equipment preferences, operating characteristics, and why they even bother in the first place. November 13, 2005

    Tools and Methods for Beaded Face Frames
    Cutting the beads and the miter joinery could be a CNC deal, a table-saw and jig deal, or a hand chisel and shooting block deal. Here's the debate. April 15, 2011

    Tracksaw and Accessories for Site Fabrication of Cabinets
    Are pricey tracksaw and router setups practical for professional use? Opinions vary. April 10, 2012

    Tapering Bow Laminations
    Thoughts on how to make tapered laminations for glued-up archery bows, using either simple or advanced equipment. December 28, 2006

    Sawing for Grade, or Sawing for Character?
    A discussion comparing "grade sawing" and "flitch sawing" (one aims for highest grade lumber, the other for character). April 27, 2007

    Scribing, with graphics
    Instructions on scribing cabinets to walls. April 4, 2001

    Safety Aspects of Reversing a Shaper Motor
    Modern shapers can be reversed safely, with appropriate precautions. August 3, 2009

    Troubleshooting problems when moulding MDF
    A detailed discussion of challenges in getting a smooth finish when putting profiles on MDF material. February 13, 2001

    Using the Rip Fence as a Stop on a Sliding Table Saw
    There are calibration and accuracy issues when using the rip fence as a work stop on a slider, but they are minor ones. November 20, 2008

    Scribing loose end panels
    Woodworkers describe the processes they use. April 3, 2002

    Tooling for a Five-Head Moulder
    Advice on spiral cutterheads for quick, clean production of S4S stock. August 31, 2009

    Speeding Up Euro Box Construction
    A homebuilder who shop-builds his own cabinets for 15 houses a year asks for advice on speeding up carcase construction. March 3, 2009

    Swing blade woes
    What are the drawbacks to this type of mill? April 29, 2003

    Shaper Cutter Choices
    A small shop owner who has just purchased his first shaper gets advice on his cutterhead options. December 1, 2005

    Troubleshooting Moulder Tearout
    Pros help a shop owner figure out the problem with his moulder. October 8, 2005

    Quality Control for Square Doors
    There's a lot involved in getting five-part cabinet doors to come out really square. October 9, 2006

    Small Scale Timber Management
    A balanced discussion of low-impact sustainable horse logging versus one-time heavy harvesting. April 18, 2009

    Using DXF Files as CNC Control Input
    The latest generation of CNC control software can accept some AutoCAD-generated DXF-format files directly and use them to cut parts, without the need for secondary processing by a post-processor. January 27, 2008

    Troubleshooting a Slipping Drive on a Bandmill
    Motor's running but the blade's not moving — what's wrong with this picture? Take a tour through the drive train and find out ... April 20, 2011

    Sleds and Fences for Cutting Stiles and Rails
    Extensive advice on how to set up a shaper for accurate and consistent coping and profiling for door stiles and rails. April 27, 2007

    Whether to Rip Your Own Stock
    Cabinet shops consider the pros and cons of setting up to gang-rip and surface stock, instead of ordering it that way from a supplier. February 12, 2009

    Using Coping Jigs
    If you've got a lot of trim to run, coping jigs and accessories can save you some serious time. June 28, 2007

    Scribing a Farmhouse Sink to Fit
    A heavy, irregularly-shaped sink needs to fit just right — the first time. The installer asks for help, and reports on his results. August 29, 2005

    Tooling a Moulder for Kerfing Jamb Stock
    Can a saw blade or dado blade be adapted for use on a moulder to cut 1/8-inch kerfs? August 18, 2009

    Saw Blade Diameter, RPMs, and Rim Speed
    A technical discussion of the thinking required to calibrate tool speeds to blade sizes. September 26, 2009

    Understanding CNC Vacuum Needs
    Detailed info on how vacuum equipment works, how much you need, and why. May 28, 2010

    Shopping for a Slider
    Comparing and contrasting two makes of sliding table saw, with comments about the fine points of user-friendliness. February 2, 2011

    Shaper Choice for Making Door Panels
    A 5 horsepower shaper gives you some extra power when you need it, but you can get by with 3 horsepower. Here's an extended discussion of the options. April 16, 2009

    Shopping for a Starter Bandmill
    Advice on taking that first step down the road to sawdust addiction. October 4, 2011

    Tablesaw blade guards
    Choosing the best blade guard/dust collector. April 9, 2003

    Training In
    03/06/2014

    Shop-Built Sliding Table Saw Sled Decisions
    Advice on whether to build a shop-rigged table saw sled, buy a sliding table attachment, or step up to a professional-grade slider. January 19, 2011

    Table Saw Cutting Out of Square when Set on the Bevel
    A little help with the problem of a table saw that cuts out of square, but only when the blade is tilted over to 45 degrees. November 16, 2010

    Spot Checking for Drill Hole Placement
    For high-volume production work, a simple gauge is the best way to check for consistent drilled hole location accuracy. July 13, 2010

    Shapers Versus Router
    Can a 1.5 horsepower shaper outperform a 3 horsepower router for cutting door panels? Yes, but best would be a 3 horsepower shaper. January 16, 2012

    Spreadsheet to G-Code?
    Yes, there are ways to rig a spreadsheet application to generate simple G-code for controlling CNC equipment. It's an interesting approach, but has practical limitations. May 23, 2007

    V-Grooving in High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
    Advice on tool choice and toolpaths to cut clean grooves in HDPE material with minimal melting and re-welding problems. August 31, 2009

    To Nest or not to Nest?
    A spirited discussion on which is more productive: nest-cutting parts with a CNC router, or using a beam saw and point-to-point machining center. June 30, 2005

    Troubleshooting Curved Miter Cuts
    Big chopsaw cutting a little concave? Blade quality and technique might both play a role. August 8, 2008

    Setting Up a Shaper for Door Parts
    Advice on fences, cutters, and more for door production with a shaper. December 19, 2009

    Squaring Up Plywood
    Out-of-whack plywood can throw off all your cabinet carcase dimensions. Here, cabinetmakers discuss techniques for truing up plywood when the factory dimensions are off. October 22, 2005

    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

    Sharing One Power Feeder Between Two Shapers
    Photos and description of a swing-arm-mounted stock feeder that serves two different shapers. July 28, 2006

    Scribe-Cutting a Ceiling Edge
    Here's a challenge: cut 1/4 inch off the edge of a ceiling panel that's mounted flush to the wall. The pros can think of several ways. December 14, 2005

    Troubleshooting Planer Setup and Tearout
    Tips on setting up a planer to avoid tearout. January 2, 2012

    Whether to Reverse Planer Blades
    Short answer: Don't do it. Long answer: Take a look at spiral cutterheads or a widebelt sander. July 10, 2009

    Straight Line Rip Saw Accuracy
    A discussion of ripsaw cutting tolerances (most variation is caused by natural variation in the wood). June 28, 2006

    Tuning Up a Re-Saw Bandsaw
    Belt tension, blade selection, and sharpening can make a big difference. May 16, 2008

    Trimming Plugs
    Cutting and sanding wood plugs can be tedious and laborious. Here, pros discuss efficient ways to make a clean job of it. September 3, 2005

    Troubleshooting Edgebander Cutting Issues
    Keeping the knife well sharpened and lubricated helps. So does keeping the air lines and filters clear. September 16, 2013

    Understanding Carbide Planer Knives
    A question about planer knives that can hold an edge with exotic hardwoods leads to a detailed explanation about quality grades in the carbide knife market. June 9, 2007

    Vertical Panel Saw Choices
    Information on capabilities and setup details for different vertical panel saws. May 2, 2011

    Sawblades 101
    Select the right blade for the job with this quick rundown of blade characteristics. January 7, 2007

    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

    Vacuum and Part Size
    A question about how to relate vacuum requirements to minimum part size. January 2, 2012

    Working Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic on a CNC
    Tips and cautions for machining FRP on the CNC. Choose bits carefully and beware of the dust. October 25, 2007

    Specifying Router Bit Offsets in Alphacam
    Tips on tweaking the router bit settings for cutting closed and open curves. October 14, 2010

    Sawing Stainless Steel
    Stainless steel is hard to cut. Specialty blades can handle it, but it may be best to have a metal shop handle the task. February 6, 2007

    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

    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

    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

    Spoilboard Tips
    Advice on how deep to cut into the spoil board, and when to discard the sheet. August 17, 2006

    Upcut Saws for Precision Work
    Upcut saws can be used for items like door parts, but you need a good one. March 12, 2015

    Working Copper Sheet Goods for a Top Insert
    Advice on cutting and adhering copper for a vanity top. August 3, 2009

    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

    Sawmill horsepower: What's enough?
    Are thirteen horses sufficient for cutting hard maple? January 31, 2001

    Sliding Breadboard Ideas
    Cabinetmakers suggest options for building slide-out breadboards in limited space. September 20, 2005

    Tool Diameter Measurement Precision
    What tolerances are involved in mating a shaft to a cutting tool? January 12, 2015

    Why CNC Machines Slow Down on the Curves
    Actual feed rates are slower than the programmed rate when the cutter has to trace a curve. Pros in the know explain why. June 28, 2005

    Sliding Table Saw Crosscut Fence Safety
    The crosscut fence on a slider is positioned for managing large panel cuts. April 10, 2008

    Washing Logs to Extend Blade Life
    Some sawmillers pressure-wash or hose down logs before sawing. September 15, 2006

    Tuning Up a Blade Sharpener
    If a blade isn't quite cutting it, the problem may be your sharpening setup. January 27, 2007

    Salvaging lumber from submerged wood
    The best chance for salvaging lumber from submerged wood lies in cutting it quickly, and drying it slowly. 1998.

    Thoughtful Gifts for Clients
    Cutting boards or butcher blocks made from shop scraps make a nice gift for a valued customer. March 28, 2010

    Lumber Grading, Quality, and Small Mills
    Here's an extended discussion of the public policy issues involved in lumber grading, and construction using un-graded lumber, as seen from the point of view of the small sawmill operator. May 18, 2010

    Introduction to CNC
    This conversation, triggered by a simple open question, amounts to a nice overview of the decisions and experiences involved in transitioning a shop to CNC production. October 20, 2013

    Organizing Logs and Flitches for Bandmill Operation
    Here's a long thread on bandmill workflow: stacking and laying out logs and flitches for loading, edging, sawing, and off-loading efficiently. June 18, 2010

    Four Case Histories for Smart Specifying
    December 4, 2001

    Rates for custom milling
    An extremely detailed look at different systems of charging for custom milling. May 30, 2001

    Five-piece doors on CNC
    Doing raised-panel work on a CNC router. November 26, 2001

    Entry Level CNC
    05/28/2014

    Eyewitness: Injury
    Scary stories about careless acts and bad consequences. June 28, 2005

    Helical Handrail Math for Spiral Stairs
    Woodworkers puzzle over the twisted math involved in making a profiled handrail follow the curve of a spiral stair. January 26, 2008

    Low-Bid Bottom-Feeder Blues
    but this discussion of commercial bidding, corner-cutting, and cut-throat competition is worth a look anyway. November 11, 2005

    Fence Adjustment Issues with Cope and Stick Cutting
    A discussion of jigs and methods that make cope-and-stick setup efficient and simple. September 27, 2009

    Planer Selection, Maintenance, and Performance
    Better (and more expensive) equipment can provide better results, but setup and maintenance make a difference with high-end as well as low-end machinery. December 29, 2008

    Flat-Table CNC Versus Pod and Rail or Beam Saw
    What starts out as a question about energy usage of various equipment turns into a detailed discussion comparing CNC equipment with other choices in terms of efficiency and output. January 23, 2012

    Maintenance and Care for a Timberking 1220
    Timberking bandmill owners share tips on maintenance, care and use. March 26, 2009

    Gang Ripsaws, Movable Blades, and Optimizing Production
    A question about buying a straight-line ripsaw with movable blades turns into a wide-ranging discussion about optimizing stock production on various kinds of ripsaws. January 17, 2011

    Multiple Dowel Moulders
    Dedicated machinery to make more than one dowel at a time is an unusual application. Here's a detailed thread on the ins and outs of it. July 3, 2008

    Low-tech panel squaring
    Methods and machines for squaring that don't involve CNC equipment. April 9, 2003

    Log scale and overrun
    Different types of scales, formulas and methods of figuring overrun. January 28, 2002

    Fitting Inset Doors to Face Frames
    Pros discuss the efficiency and accuracy of various approaches to measuring, marking, cutting, and installing inset cabinet doors. January 21, 2007

    Kick boxes
    Building separate kicks for efficient installation. September 20, 2003

    Portable Mill Types -- Chain-Saw Versus Band-Saw
    Pros and cons of the options for slabbing and milling. February 26, 2005

    Keeping cutterhead balance
    Number of knives and other factors in cutterhead balance. (From WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum) March 5, 2003

    Milling large logs
    Techniques for sizing down logs too large for the mill. December 22, 2002

    Ripping and Re-Gluing to Limit Cupping
    The Wood Doc weighs in on the old-timer technique of ripping and re-gluing boards in order to lessen moisture-related cupping. February 19, 2008

    Making the Best of an Underpowered Vacuum
    A better vacuum pump isn't in the budget, so a CNC owner asks for advice on improving hold-down performance with spoilboard improvements and other workarounds. November 5, 2013

    Ripping Accuracy with Vertical Panel Saws
    Tips for making accurate panel rips, and a discussion of equipment tolerances and various quirks. March 25, 2007

    Fine-Tuning a New Planer
    Careful sharpening and adjustment will give better results, but sanding after planing may still be necessary. August 23, 2005

    Improving Table Saw Dust Collection
    Advice on how to improve dust collection for a table saw, especially when using a zero-clearance throat plate next to the blade. January 8, 2010

    Four-Side Planer Versus Moulder
    A discussion of the relative capabilities of four-side moulders and planers for straightening, smoothing, and cutting profiles. May 12, 2005

    Hand-Honing Tips for Cutter Knives
    Remarks on honing and deburring cutterhead edges, and some thoughts on knife materials and performance. April 30, 2006

    Profile Grinding Bent Wood
    The developer of an innovative method for extreme-bending hardwood explores options for profiling his bent pieces using abrasive wheels. March 12, 2014

    Outsourcing Cabinet Boxes to CNC Shops
    Outsourcing custom cabinet panel cutting to a CNC shop is a workable system for some businesses. March 18, 2006

    Running Tight Radius Trim on a Moulder
    Short-radius curved mouldings are tricky to run on a moulder (a CNC or lathe works better). It can be done, though — here are photos and advice. May 17, 2011

    More boxes, less time
    Making the process more efficient, including discussion on toekicks and finishing. May 2, 2001

    Panel Handling with a Vertical Panel Saw
    Equipment and techniques for moving panels around in vertical saw cutting operations. July 5, 2006

    Router Overheating
    Woodworkers discuss how hot router bits and collets should be expected to get during normal operation, and what might cause them to overheat. September 7, 2006

    Keeping Up with the CNC
    A cabinetmaker's new CNC will speed up only one part of his operation. Here, he gets advice on how to streamline the rest of the tasks in his process. May 6, 2007

    Milling Raised Door Panels
    Should you run the pieces face up, or face down, asks a cabinetmaker? Opinions, and the reasons for them, vary. October 30, 2005

    Plywood Thickness Variation and Slot Cutting
    Cutting slots for Shaker doors gets problematic when "quarter-inch" plywood is really more like 3/16" thick. In this thread, cabinetmakers discuss how they adjust to actual plywood thickness. November 12, 2005

    Machinery Dilemma: CNC or Beam Saw?
    Which machine is right for a given shop? The answer depends on both the volume and the variability of the work.

    New turn on rosettes
    Could cutting rosettes on a lathe reduce tearout problems? July 22, 2003

    Managing Quality Control and Defect Cutting
    How can a millwork shop achieve good defect grading on various jobs with different specifications and standards? April 4, 2011

    Routing Through an Edgebanded Edge
    Tips and techniques for routing into an edgebanded panel edge without tearing the edgebanding loose. February 17, 2006

    Replacing Worn Bearings on a Planer
    Changing out ball bearings may be a job for a specialist. Even so, here's a detailed description of how it's done. November 28, 2006

    Keeping Cabinet Assembly Organized
    Cabinetmakers discuss ways to keep track of jobs and avoid confusion. November 21, 2006

    Gloves in Woodshops
    The consensus view is, no gloves allowed when operating machinery. October 13, 2010

    Kerf thickness' effect on yield -- and profitability
    How profoundly does the thickness of blades used in sawmilling affect yield, costs, and wise use of resources? June 20, 2000

    Miterfolds for clean corner joints
    A sweet technique for classy corners. November 21, 2003

    Getting Initial Vacuum
    CNC operator with a spoilboard installed has trouble getting the machine to suck plywood down when first placed for cutting. Pros offer advice. September 24, 2006

    Eradicating Tree Stumps
    Details on a variety of methods for getting rid of tree stumps after cutting down trees. June 14, 2014

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

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

    Finishes for Decorative Butcher Block
    In search of a durable finish for a non-working butcher-block cutting board. January 29, 2009

    Mortising fenceposts
    A few methods for cutting holes in split rail fencing. July 29, 2003

    Milling Rosettes
    Information on rosette cutters, and other advice on techniques for machining rosettes. June 23, 2006

    Red Cedar Grain Patterns
    A craftsman gets advice on sawing techniques for achieving beautiful book-matched grain effects. June 22, 2005

    Planning Cuts with a Swingmill
    Thoughts on making the first cut when using a swing-blade mill. July 7, 2011

    More Strange Tales from the Bandmill Zone
    Another blade bites the dust, as the list of odd items encountered in logs continues to grow. January 13, 2006

    Router Overworking on Raised-Panel Door Work
    Why is a router struggling on door panels? Probably because it's the wrong tool for the job. October 2, 2010

    Good Things to Have on a Sliding Table Saw
    Are independently-powered scoring blades or extra-long length important? January 8, 2007

    Minimizing melamine chip-out
    Why do specialty melamine blades cut chip-free for so short a time? July 3, 2001

    Power Feeders for Router Tables
    Power feeders offer better control and safety, but they can overmatch the router — so consider a shaper instead.October 15, 2012

    Machining Curved Base and Crown for Applying Over Bullnose Cornerbead
    Shaper operation tips for making a challenging custom moulding. December 2, 2006

    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

    Mortising for Monsters
    How would you make a 2-foot mortise in a giant stick of Ipe wood? We don't learn that here, but we do learn something about why Ipe is so tough on tools. July 3, 2008

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

    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

    Holding Veneer Flat on a CNC Table
    A CNC operator finds that veneer tends to "bubble up" off the vacuum spoilboard in random spots. Here, he gets advice on holding the material down so he can cut inlay pieces out of it. June 30, 2007

    Rabbeting Knives for a Moulder
    Tooling suggestions to enable clean rabbet cuts, without burn marks on the shoulders. March 3, 2006

    Machining Brass with CNC Equipment
    Advice on lubrication and cooling when working with sheet brass on a CNC router. June 30, 2007

    Excessive Bit Wear when Cutting HPL
    A quarter-inch-diameter bit is too small for working with high-pressure laminate, CNC owners advise. January 4, 2014

    Flush Trimming Thick Stock
    Advice on flush-trimming the heavy edge of a large conference-table top using a hand-held router. January 12, 2009

    Melamine Chipping
    Is it the bits, the feed rate, the material? Pros troubleshoot a case of melamine chipping on a new CNC unit. June 30, 2005

    Optimal Size to Rough Cut for Flooring
    Start with a uniform finish thickness, then add allowances for planing, drying shrinkage, and cupping. October 26, 2011

    Liquid Inlay for Solid Surfacing
    Advice on filling decorative routs in solid-surface counters or cutting boards. August 8, 2008

    How to Saw Curved Panels
    Advice on cutting up bowed panel stock for making curved cabinet doors. February 13, 2009

    Hollow Chisel and Bit Maintenance
    Careful setup and proper adjustment are the keys to long service life for your mortiser's hollow chisels and bits. February 14, 2007

    Minimizing End-Grain Tearout
    Tool selection and cutting methods to reduce tear-out of end grain in CNC machining operations. March 22, 2013

    Long Angle Cutting on a Miter Saw
    A nice illustration in this thread shows how you can cut a 140-degree angle (for instance) on a chopsaw. June 17, 2010

    Machinery for Making Rosettes
    Specialized equipment works better than a standard drill press for cutting rosettes. September 27, 2008

    Knife Griding for Cross-Grain Cuts
    A quick tip on tuning up cutterheads for clean machining on cross-grain cuts. March 26, 2013

    Machinery for Cutting Box Joints
    It's called a "hauncher." Here's a picture of one. November 28, 2006

    Milling Expanded PVC on CNC Equipment
    Bit choice, feed speeds and RPMs for cutting cellular PVC. November 10, 2006

    Milling PVC Foam with an Aluminum Laminate Face
    Selecting the right tool and cutting in two passes are the keys to success. October 15, 2009

    Rotary Lathe and Router Setups for a CNC
    Here's a quick look at how CNC can incorporate a rotary axis holding the workpiece with a router doing the cutting. July 29, 2014

    Food-safe glues
    Adhesives used for bowls, cutting boards and utensils. June 6, 2001

    Cabinet installation tool kit
    A thorough look at the tools professionals take on the job. August 4, 2003

    A Butt Log Identification Puzzle
    Are these logs American Beechnut, Red Elm, Butternut, or what? In this long and detailed thread, sawmillers discuss the characteristics that could be clues. November 16, 2011

    Drying lumber - selecting the best method
    Is a solar kiln the best choice for this startup sawmill? December 17, 2003

    Confirmat screws -- getting started
    A discussion on drilling holes for confirmat screws dives deeper into screw and dowel construction. July 3, 2001

    Cabinet Software and Photo-Realistic Rendering
    This thread on a timeworn topic (choosing cabinet design software) has an extra feature: some examples of super-realistic rendering. January 13, 2009

    Cabinet doors: to build or to buy?
    A roundtable on making raised-panel doors for cabinets, versus "buying them out," opening onto a discussion of the larger issues of tooling and automation. July 18, 2000

    Crown Molding Detail -- For Sloped Ceilings
    Calculating angles and inside corner details for crown applied to sloped ceilings. April 2, 2004

    Attention, Safety Practices, and Loose Nuts
    A woodworker describes how a moment's inattention damaged his machine — but luckily, not him. The tale sets off a long thread of similar stories (including one fatality) and lessons learned. November 16, 2011

    CNC Safety Choice: Pressure Mat or Laser Sensors?
    CNC owners weigh the pros and cons of various operator safety shutoff systems. January 4, 2014

    Better moulder finish quality
    Eliminating snipe on mouldings. August 13, 2002

    Crown moulding along cathedral ceilngs
    How to deal with crown mouldings on cathedral ceilings and outside corners. September 25, 2001

    Chain Saw Tooth Modifications for Ripping
    Detailed, specialized advice on chain selection and tooth grinding and sharpening for chainsaws used to rip logs into rough thicknesses. April 20, 2011

    Accurate Miter Cuts on Very Large Beams
    A wide-ranging set of suggestions for making fine miter cuts in 6-inch deep members. July 12, 2012

    Components--Not Cabinets
    A longtime adherent of the system process of cabinet manufacturing makes his case for componentizing. 1998.

    Cutting Matching Edges for a Long Laminate Seam
    Detailed instructions for creating an accurately matched laminate seam for inlays or joints. April 10, 2007

    CNC Efficiency Versus Other Machinery
    Will a CNC speed up your operation? That depends in part on what you're producing. July 8, 2014

    Beading Face Frames on a CNC Router
    Here's how one shop machines the joints for cabinet face frames using CNC equipment. January 21, 2007

    Cutting and Drying a Walnut Stump
    Tips and tricks for sawing stumps for lumber. January 14, 2009

    Diamond Tooling Versus Carbide
    Diamond bits are not best for every situation. Among other factors, they usually require slower feed rates. January 2, 2012

    Aligning a Sliding Table Saw Carriage
    Another good discussion of ways to tune up a slider for accurate, precise cuts. February 28, 2012

    Comparing sliding and vertical saws
    Woodworkers voice their views on the virtues and liabilities of both sliding and vertical saws. November 15, 2000

    Cutting "shake" out of logs
    What is shake, why does it occur, and how can it be removed? April 29, 2003

    Constructing with poplar
    Is poplar appropriate for building? February 6, 2002

    Accurately Squaring Cabinet Boxes
    Methods foraccurately squaring frameless cabinet carcasses. October 16, 2003

    Dimensional Framing Lumber from Mixed Hardwoods
    Thoughts on using local hardwood to produce framing lumber for outbuildings. October 4, 2011

    Building a slab saw
    Advice and images on creating a contraption for chopping bundles of kindling. January 16, 2002

    Cracks in bandsaw blades
    Causes of small cracks in blades, and the blue stains that appears on oak after sawing. October 15, 2001

    Cutting Dadoes on a Sliding Table Saw
    Many sliders will accept a dado blade set. You'll have to consider the riving knife when using one for that purpose, though. August 17, 2006

    Chain Saw Bars: How Big is Too Big?
    Considerations that affect the preferred size of a chain saw bar. October 1, 2009

    Cost Cutting and Productivity Boost for Small Box Production
    Outsourcing some lumber profiling for a small custom item could carry a big comparative advantage. April 15, 2012

    Creative Uses for Scrap
    October 26, 2012

    Double Sided Planers Versus Carpet Feed Planers
    A little insight into how two-sided planers work, and which machines are appropriate for which shops. January 17, 2011

    Cutting MDF on a CNC
    MDF is rough on bits. Here's a discussion on bit choices and operating techniques. January 13, 2009

    Calculating Waste from Rough Lumber
    You always lose some ... here's a look at the numbers. December 2, 2010

    Best Equipment for Perfect Door Frame Miters
    Shop owners describe their setup for making miter cuts for cabinet door frames. October 20, 2013

    Blade Life when Cutting Melamine
    Melamine tears up saw blades. Here are some observations on blade life expectancy, some thoughts on blade choice, and a success story involving diamond blades. August 14, 2007

    Bit Choice for Routing Hardwoods with CNC
    Experienced hands provide tooling advice. August 30, 2005

    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

    Bandsaw Blades and Cut Quality
    Blade characteristics go a long way toward explaining the smoothness of bandsaw cuts. December 1, 2005

    Blade Life in Melamine
    Cabinetmakers discuss triple chip blades, hollow ground blades, blade sharpness, and equipment adjustments to get long performance from blades. January 26, 2009

    Best Router for Dovetails?
    A discussion focused on woodworkers' favorite routers for cutting half-blind dovetails.

    Choosing and maintaining bandmill blades
    Selecting and sharpening blades for a beginner. March 21, 2002

    Cutting a Circle on the Table Saw
    With the right jig, it's quick and slick. March 17, 2005

    Cutting Steel Wool from a Roll
    Steel wool dulls scissors quickly. Here are suggestions for other ways to cut it when purchased in bulk. October 19, 2014

    Bandmilling short logs safely
    Some ideas for cutting short logs on bandmills. March 21, 2002

    Cutting Out Toe-Kick Notches
    Suggested jigs and methods for notching out cabinet sides for toe kicks. July 12, 2008

    Cutting Mother of Pearl Inlay
    Tips on tools and techniques for working with mother-of-pearl. December 29, 2008

    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

    Cutting Crown Moulding
    Laying down, or standing up? It all depends — but here are a couple of quick tips for success with the laying-down way. October 3, 2011

    Cutting Laminate on a Panel Saw
    Advice on getting clean cuts on sheets of laminate using a vertical panel saw. October 25, 2007

    Cutting crown moulding laying flat
    Calculating angles properly. April 2, 2002

    Clean Grooves in Acrylic
    Advice on machining V grooves into acrylic without re-welding problems. October 28, 2008

    Best Saw Blade for Melamine?
    Woodworkers recommend tablesaw blades for cutting melamine. June 16, 2010

    Best Bit for Cedar?
    Choosing a good bit to mill solid cedar boards for curved decking. May 27, 2014

    ATS Measuring Stand Repair
    Tips on repairing or replacing the caliper device on a moulder'smachining, accuracy, set-up, milling, cutting, shaping, joints, joinery, cutters, heads, knives, sharpening, automatic tool-setting stand. May 13, 2005

    Cost Per Sheet for CNC Part Cutting
    A cabinetmaker looking to outsource parts gets some rough ballpark numbers as of 2007. January 27, 2008

    Cutting a spiral groove
    Suggestions on how to cut a clean spiral groove. June 13, 2001

    Cutting Cellular PVC
    A few tips for machining cellular PVC on CNC equipment. May 20, 2009

    Butcher Block Top Finish
    10/22/2014

    Alphacam Router Question
    06/08/2013

    Cutting Tool Feeds and Speeds Excel Spreadsheet
    Handy spreadsheet supplies feed rates and cutterhead RPM speeds for various machine configurations. January 7, 2007

    Should a Moulding Mill Bring Sawmill Operations In-House?
    Here's a long, detailed, and authoritative examination of a moulding mill owner's proposal to invest in his own sawmill operation. April 20, 2011

    Wood Properties - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Wood Properties - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Cutting Stuctural Laminate
    08/15/2014

    Utilizing Municipal Trees -- Ideas from Across the Country
    How municipal tree removals are being utilized for traditional wood products. May 26, 2002

    Wing Back Chair Show and Tell
    A carpenter learning as he goes on a set of wing-back chairs shows his work, and gets feedback from a tough crowd. October 19, 2013

    Tooling Up to Make Doors
    An extended discussion of the best investment in equipment for a cabinetmaker who wants to start making his own doors. March 26, 2010

    Two Workers on One CNC?
    Is two men on a CNC machine one man too many? Here's a long, informative discussion on improving labor productivity with CNC equipment. October 25, 2007

    The Importance of G-Code
    Does a machine operator need to know G-code? Or are modern machines smart so we don't have to be? Opposing sides raise some dust in this thread from the CNC forum. August 30, 2005

    Troubleshooting CNC Crash Issues
    This thread never gets to the bottom of the problem, but the conversation about why a CNC is repeatedly crashing does shed a lot of light on programming and mechanical issues with CNC control.May 26, 2011

    Throughput Problem
    03/20/2014

    Tuning Up an Out-of-Whack Jointer Bed
    Pros ponder what could be causing a jointer to create a "belly" in every freshly jointed board. (In this case, turns out it was a misalignment of the infeed and outfeed tables.) April 27, 2007

    Stair Rail Bending Methods
    This discussion of bending wood and curved laminations benefits by the addition of some excellent old book recommendations. February 23, 2010

    Quality and Price for a Basic Bedroom Built-In
    Here's a long business and technical discussion on how to build a modestly-priced armoire and entertainment center. July 28, 2007

    Troubleshooting Feed Problems with a Four-Head Moulder
    Woodworkers offer suggestions about what could be causing the feed system to stick on a four-head moulder. January 17, 2011

    Shop-Built Custom Shapers
    Advice on motor and pulley sizing for a dedicated-purpose shop-built shaper, plus a discussion of the alternatives to making a special-purpose tool. March 3, 2009

    Safety and Burn-Free Flutes
    A long discussion about how to make flutes without burn marks at the end, and without injury. February 16, 2006

    Safety Gear and Equipment to Reduce Kickback Risk
    This discussion of kickback in the shop, its causes, and how to prevent it, includes several very frightening personal accounts of accidents. January 19, 2012

    Staining Black Walnut
    A detailed discussion on staining kiln-dried Walnut. November 14, 2009

    Troubleshooting a Bandmill Electrical Fault
    A bandmill operator gets help with diagnosing electrical system troubles. October 20, 2005

    Thick Slab Table Top Construction
    Thoughts and stories about large slab table tops, and some interesting examples. December 14, 2009

    Tooling for Teak
    Teak is hard and abrasive, and takes its toll on knives and blades. This long, informative thread delves into the heavy-duty tooling choices for handling extra-hard woods, and also touches on useful techniques for working with teak. December 1, 2005

    Trimming Tenons
    Woodworkers bring massive brainpower to bear on a miniature problem. August 21, 2006

    Stretchers Versus Full Tops
    Stretchers at the top of cabinet carcases sometimes cause drawers to get stuck. Is it wiser to just build a full top onto the cabinet?July 5, 2011

    Sliding Table Saw and Panel Saw Choices
    Cabinetmakers kick around the uses of sliders and panel saws, what makes a good one, and which to purchase if you can't have both. November 22, 2005

    Sawmilling, Work, Love, and Money
    Here's some thoughtful discussion about work, the love of work, and the value of money, set off by a posting from a guy who misses his sawmill. January 25, 2010

    The Ultimate Primer on Single Head Wide Belt Sanding
    With understanding of how successive grits function, you can improve the efficiency of your belt sanding and orbital sanding process while optimizing the quality of the results. November 12, 2014

    Wood Table End Options
    Woodworkers discuss breadboard table end details, and a slick mitered-end alternative. January 10, 2006

    Veneering a Grooved MDF Panel
    A craftsman struggles to find a way to apply veneer to a heavily profiled sheet of MDF with deep, regular grooves. January 25, 2013

    Should a Builder Buy a Low-End CNC Machine?
    Opinions vary — but the answer may depend on what his purposes are. May 7, 2007

    Vacuum Techniques for Holding Hardwood Parts
    Here's a collection of power-user tips for setting up your vacuum table to hardwood stock down to the CNC table when machining. October 16, 2012

    Stacking and Stickering Advice for Air-Drying Maple
    A thorough discussion of the basics of stacking sawn lumber for air-drying. February 14, 2010

    Value of Lumber from Diseased Orange Trees
    An interesting story of a sawmiller considering whether to make the effort to harvest trees from an orange grove. Some parts may be usable. January 25, 2010

    Shopping for Entry-Level CNC Equipment
    Advice on finding good CNC machinery for a small shop at an entry-level price point. January 14, 2009

    Table Saws and Safety
    Shop owners discuss table saw dangers, practicality issues with blade guards, and other safety equipment options. July 2, 2008

    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

    Scribing Wood Mantels to Stone or Brick
    The pros demonstrate how to make that mantel look like it was "made to fit." February 8, 2008

    What to charge for on-site sawmilling?
    A discussion of approaches to charging for on-site sawmilling work. March 12, 2000

    Table-Saw Safety Accessories
    How to keep a table saw safe, and why it matters. May 22, 2006

    Troubleshooting Melamine Chipping on a Panel Saw
    Advice on blade selection, sharpening, and saw operation to avoid chipping out melamine when cutting with a panel saw.March 13, 2014

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

    Sawing Posts and Beams for a Timber Frame House
    Advice for a beginner about sawing and using large timbers. January 17, 2011

    Troubleshooting the Air Tracking on a Widebelt Sander
    A cabinetmaker gets help with the analog control mechanism on his widebelt sander. March 12, 2015

    Troubleshooting Bit Breakage in Hardwood
    Pros investigate a bit breakage problem. This time, it seems the downshear bit was packing chips into the work. June 17, 2009

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

    Track Saws for Breaking Down Panels
    A tracked circular saw is no substitute for a panel saw or sliding table saw, but it's a productive tool that's worth the investment. October 13, 2010

    Solutions for Chipping Melamine
    Melamine chips when you cut it, but the problem can be prevented — or at least minimized. November 10, 2006

    Sawing Up Some High-Grade Cherry
    Most sawyers advise flat-sawing nice Cherry for grade. March 31, 2008

    Tabbing Versus Onion-Skinning for Small Parts
    CNC owners discuss various strategies for maintaining vacuum while you cut out small parts. October 26, 2013

    Working with Paper/Resin Composite Countertops
    These paper and resin composite materials cut and sand nicely. Here are some tips. September 26, 2006

    Slider, Panel Saw, or Festool?
    "All three" is the easy answer; but here are some thoughts for the cabinetmaker who is forced to choose. April 29, 2012

    Slabbing with a Chainsaw
    Advice on low-tech slabbing methods, to rescue a nice log from the burn pile. January 2, 2012

    Working with Sapelle
    Notes on the workability and machinability of this exotic tropical hardwood. January 8, 2007

    Tool Change Calibration Methods
    From fully automated to eyeball-and-caliper manual adjustment, there's more than one way to get tools dialed in. January 19, 2012

    What Tools Will My New CNC Replace?
    A cabinetmaker contemplates buying a CNC, and thinks about how to make room for it on his floor. November 26, 2007

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

    Sliding Table Saw Tips
    Sliders are a little different for those used to working on a standard table saw. January 24, 2005

    Sanding Edges
    Sometimes, too much finish gets removed from edges during sanding between coats. In this thread, finishers suggest possible remedies. October 18, 2005

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

    Troubleshooting Slipping Router Bits
    A thread from the CNC forum discusses the factors that could be causing router bits to slip off the collet on a CNC router. March 21, 2006

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

    Whether to Keep the Slider
    Does a sliding table saw earn its keep when there's also a CNC in the shop?February 1, 2011

    Troubleshooting Edge Banders
    Uneven glue application could have several causes (and fixes) March 17, 2005

    Sawmilling as a Side Business
    Advice on making money for a new member of the Sawing and Drying forum. August 12, 2014

    Twin Tablesaw Setups
    Two cabinetmakers describe (with pictures) how they set up left-tilt and right-tilt Delta Unisaws shoulder to shoulder in the shop, for versatile cutting ability in a tight footprint. July 12, 2012

    Taper-Cutting Parts At High Volume
    Pros discuss equipment, set-ups, and jigs. April 10, 2005

    Sawing and drying mesquite
    Dealing with many-trunked mesquite trees. February 6, 2002

    Trimming Defects in Moulding
    Stock manufacturers describe how they control quality in runs of moulding and how they keep track of productivity. April 15, 2013

    Troubleshooting Uneven Pitch Marks from a Jointer
    Pros suggest possible fixes for a jointer that's creating uneven pitch marks on lumber. May 18, 2010

    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

    Seaming solid surface materials
    Tips and techniques for inconspicuous seams. October 15, 2001

    Troubleshooting Fuzzy Edges on CNC-Made Moldings
    Advice on reducing surface roughness and fuzz when machining complicated molding details in Poplar. July 15, 2014

    Should We Sharpen Cutters In House?
    Opinions vary: some see savings and convenience benefits, but others note expense, time, and safety concerns. July 30, 2007

    Strings on Bandsawn Lumber
    A discussion of why bandmills sometimes produce a stringy cut in some wood. March 26, 2009

    Working with HDPE Sheet Goods
    Tips on cutting, machining and joining high density polyethylene (HDPE) sheet goods for cabinet fabrication. July 27, 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

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

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

    Tough Bandsaw Blades for Dirty Logs
    No bandmill blade is really a match for rocks or gravel. But here is some advice on tough blades and cleaning and sawing methods for dirty logs. January 2, 2012

    Sawing and Drying Pecan Wood
    Advice on handling a Pecan yard tree — including the story of hitting a couple of nails. December 12, 2008

    Quartersawn lumber
    Techniques and reasons for quarter sawing lumber. November 21, 2000

    Stile and Rail Shaper Cutter Options
    A discussion of the pros and cons of reversible cutters, insert cutters, and more. October 30, 2005

    Slabbing a Large Diameter Burl
    Ideas include a modified chainsaw mill, or a two-person manual saw. January 25, 2005

    Working with hickory
    How to get around the difficult machining characteristics of hickory. July 24, 2001

    Shaper Safety Accessories
    machining, accuracy, set-up, milling, cutting, shaping, joints, joinery, cutters, heads, knives, sharpening, June 28, 2006

    Sharpening Vibrating-Head Saw Blades
    Did you know you can sharpen the blades for those vibrating-head detail-sander saws? You can also make your own replacement blades. December 6, 2006

    Setting Up for Accurate Raised Panel Cutting
    Here's a good set of suggestions for setting up and tuning your equipment for precise, reliable production of raised door panels. May 15, 2012

    Troubleshooting Bit Breakage
    Many different things could cause a bit to break inside the collet. July 21, 2006

    Troubleshooting Crown in Ripped Boards
    Advice for diagnosing the problem when boards ripped on the sliding table saw come out not quite straight. November 28, 2014

    Sharpening Insert Tooling
    Some insert-type cutterheads can be sharpened once or twice, but it's a tricky process that can create complications. July 30, 2007

    Saw Blade Guide Pressure
    Depending on the saw model, blade guides may not touch the blade, or may apply a constant light pressure to it. October 1, 2010

    Water-Resistant Glues for Butcher Block
    Woodworkers share experiences with wood glues and water. August 21, 2006

    Tooling Questions
    05/08/2014

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

    The KISS II System: A Simplified Approach to Building Cabinets Using the 32mm System
    This authoritative introduction lays out a simple road map for efficient, standardized cutting, drilling, and assembly of Euro-style frameless cabinets. September 22, 2007

    Tool Lube for Resinous Wood
    A dry spray-applied wax for cutterheads can keep tools moving freely and minimize resin build-up in resinous woods such as Ipe. January 14, 2009

    What Is Chip Load?
    Average chip thickness vs. knife progression. December 26, 2004

    Sawing Western red cedar
    Participants offer their experiences in sawing Western red cedar. July 4, 2000

    Wood-Mizer Custom Cutting Tally Sheet -- and Lumber Contract
    September 9, 2004

    "X Factor" Estimating and Why Not
    Further proof that estimating shortcuts are merely quick paths to poor profits. February 8, 2005

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

    How To Increase Efficiency In The Shop?
    12/26/2014

    Raised-Panel Wainscoting for a Spiral Stairwell
    true frame-and-panel wainscoting with concave panels rising up a spiral staircase. Woodweb's top trimwork minds chime in on this one for a top-flight discussion of a very tricky topic. July 9, 2007

    Line Boring and Dowel Assembly Tips
    Here's a long discussion about choosing a line boring machine and about best techniques for doweling and cabinet assembly. April 12, 2011

    Rounding Issues with Woodweb's Lumber Calculators
    The rules are the rules. Rounding of board-foot estimates is handled differently in the hardwood and softwood lumber markets. December 12, 2008

    Outsourcing Pros and Cons
    Outsourcing door production is a no-brainer — except when it's not. This discussion looks at door production from both sides. July 5, 2011

    Hardwood Supply and Quality
    The U.S. has large and growing stocks of high-quality hardwood timber, and a limitless supply of ungraded rhetoric. August 8, 2006

    Milling Wood Flooring on a Shaper
    Extensive advice on how to make hardwood strip flooring on a cabinet-shop shaper. April 19, 2006

    Installation Tips for Stair Treads, Risers, and Banisters
    A skilled, experienced finish, cabinet and furniture man is looking at his first-ever staircase — and it's already framed. His questions set off a long discussion on stair construction techniques. November 19, 2005

    Making Money on Custom Installs
    How can a 2-man operation stay profitable on cabinetry installations? A discussion of costs, pricing, planning, and time management for installing custom work. July 27, 2008

    Is Melamine A 4-letter Word?
    03/02/2014

    Preparing Face Frame Stock
    A lively discussion among cabinetmakers about whether, when, and how to joint, plane, or sand stock for face frames. October 8, 2005

    Processing trees to lumber -- for the hobbyist
    A primer on sawing and drying lumber for projects at home. March 13, 2001

    Is a Drill Block Worth It on a CNC Machine?
    Including a drilling capability on the CNC can save time and reduce material handling requirements. But depending on your volume, it might not be a cost-effective choice. October 26, 2011

    Processing Trees to Lumber -- for the Hobbyist and Small Business
    Two experts share their secrets of success for small-scale milling operations. January 19, 2002

    Organizing Tight Shop Space
    A start-up cabinetmaker is working in cramped conditions. Other chime in with space-economizing ideas for workflow and storage. August 29, 2005

    Innovative Design for Ergonomic Kitchens
    Cabinetmakers discuss ways to move beyond the conventional kitchen characteristics such as counter height. October 13, 2012

    Machining raised panels
    Addressing workpiece movement and tear-out problems. April 9, 2003

    Moulder Fence Adjustment Issues
    Woodworkers troubleshoot a problem with wood drifting away from a moulder's fence during operation. February 10, 2009

    Log Handling Solutions
    Loading and turning monster logs can really knock a small bandmill around. Here are tips on some subtle forms of log persuasion. February 12, 2007

    Joining a Rail to a Newel Cap
    The joint where a handrail meets a profiled newel cap is a real head-scratcher. Here, experienced stair rail carpenters explain the fine points. August 12, 2007

    Melamine Cabinet Boxes
    Can melamine move in as plywood quality degrades? October 5, 2004

    Kiln drying for higher profit
    Expanding a molding business to include kiln drying poplar. November 18, 2002

    Modifying a Multi-Function Machine
    Is there a way to make the shaper on a combination woodworking machine spin fast enough to use router bits. January 27, 2007

    Laminate Counter Top Edge Trimming
    Tips and tricks for quick, clean work on laminate top edges. July 10, 2009

    Managing Multiple Projects
    Shop owners share methods for keeping multipe jobs on track while saving your own sanity. November 10, 2005

    Machinery and Methods for Creating Complex Stair Rail Shapes
    Here's a long and detailed thread with photos about the production choices for crafting complex custom railing shapes. June 8, 2011

    Rounding Over Hardwood Block Ends
    This week's "stump the chumps" puzzler: how to round over the ends of toy hardwood building blocks in a volume production setting. No answers, but an intriguing question. January 27, 2008

    Large Ogee Edge Profiling
    Woodworkers discuss methods for machining a very deep edge profile onto a big, heavy countertop. April 18, 2015

    Portable Sawmill Comparisons
    Users share views and experiences on portable sawmill types. November 13, 2005

    Fine-Tuning for Accurate Cross-Cuts
    starting with zeroing in your square itself. July 28, 2007

    Harvesting Urban Lumber
    For some, turning urban and suburban trees into useable lumber can be a successful niche business. July 30, 2007

    Planing Painted Lumber
    Machining recovered, previously-used painted wood is an exercise fraught with potential problems. June 28, 2006

    Fence Considerations with a Sliding Tablesaw
    Here's a lot of detailed advice for getting the most out of the fence on a European-made sliding table saw. May 11, 2011

    Installing Built-Ins Over Carpet
    Should built-in cabinets be installed over existing carpet, or should the carpet be cut away and re-attached at the joint? Craftsmen debate the point. July 24, 2005

    Joinery Puzzle: Letting a Table-Top Into Round Legs
    Advice on making a tricky table-top-to-table-leg joint. June 30, 2009

    Efficiently Ripping a Straight Edge on Rough Stock
    A spirited discussion on jigs, equipment, and how investing in the right machinery can make you money. February 27, 2015

    Maximizing Lumber from a Log
    Can quartersawing produce as much usable lumber as one company claims? January 29, 2004

    Practical Ways to Reduce Drying Costs
    Five tactics to consider for cutting the cost of drying a load of wood. June 13, 2014

    Machining S-Curved Crown Moulding
    Woodworkers weigh in on a complex machining challenge: crown moulding with both an inside and an outside curve. September 5, 2006

    Eliminating Snipe on Mouldings
    Looking for the cause of moulder snipe, an operator finds his solution in a custom-fabricated chipbreaker. March 13, 2007

    Marketability of Small Wood Craft Items
    Suggestions for a small start-up woodworker about simple items that might sell well. March 28, 2015

    Proper Grinding and Maintenance -- Will Increase Moulder Tool Life
    Good grinding and maintenance help increase moulder life. February 23, 2001

    Milling Big Logs and Root Balls
    This is a very basic discussion of investing in a chainsaw mill for cutting large butt logs, but it has some nice photos in it.March 13, 2014

    Repeatability at the Shaper
    Advice on ways to set up shapers to consistently produce mouldings that are identical to a previous run. June 16, 2010

    Evaluating a Straightline Rip Saw
    Information on straight-line ripsaws' capabilities, characteristics, and performance. April 21, 2011

    Laying Out, Routing, or Templating an Ellipse
    Here are several approaches to cutting a large ellipse: elegant jigs, slick pencil layout tricks, and sources for paper or MDF templates. May 16, 2008

    Panel Positioning for Machining on Both Faces
    Advice on maintaining precision when machining both faces of panel stock on a CNC router. April 17, 2009

    Evaluating a Down Oregon White Oak
    Sawyers advise a colleague on how to assess the quality of lumber he's likely to get from a White Oak that has been on the ground for two years. July 10, 2007

    Ripping hardwood straight
    Why do ripped pieces come out banana-shaped? July 9, 2002

    Knife Characteristics for Best Moulder Finish Quality
    This informative thread includes some expert discussion of the old-school method of back-beveling cutter knives, and also describes other knife characteristics that can improve the quality of machined wood straight off the moulder. August 13, 2014

    Finger Jointing
    Finger jointing lumber can reduce waste and utilize marginal material - and in depth article -1999

    How to Machine Trapezoidal 3D Chair Feet
    Suggestions for how a simple three-dimensional shape can be fabricated in quantity from wood. February 1, 2015

    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

    Jigs for Elliptical Moulder Work
    Aftermarket jigs let you do complex curved work on the moulder, especially if given additional shop modifications. May 21, 2007

    Notching Out the Top for a Frameless Lazy Susan
    Cutting and banding the inside corners for a Lazy Susan can be time-consuming. Here's a spirited technical discussion of various methods. July 31, 2009

    Glue-Line Ripping Versus Ripping for Moulder Blanks
    Thoughts on the equipment and technique required for smooth accurate glue-line cuts, as opposed to rough cuts that require further dressing before use. February 16, 2014

    Planing Very Thin Boards
    Planing boards to a 1/8-inch thickness is tricky, but not impossible. Here, experts describe how it's done. December 1, 2005

    Nested Base Output - Nested Base Router Workflow and Productivity
    Advice on organizing the loading, cutting, offloading, and labeling process to maximize the number of sheets processed in a day. February 2, 2011

    Planers
    Basic info on planers. November 12, 2008

    Finger-Jointing Moulding Stock
    A discussion with pictures of using finger-jointing equipment to make long stock for running mouldings. November 19, 2008

    High-speed jointing head moulders
    Are these machines practical for a custom moulding business? June 13, 2001

    Filing the Edges of Plastic Laminate Doors
    Advice on how to minimize the necessary hand labor required for dressing the corners of edgebanded P-lam doors. March 13, 2007

    Loose Tenon Joinery for Chairs
    Loose tenons are easier than traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and they are a more robust and authentic solution than dowels or biscuits. October 26, 2011

    Knife Steel 101
    Here's a nice rundown of the various materials used to make cutter knives, along with some lively discussion. November 27, 2007

    Helical cutterheads
    Surface quality compared to other cutterheads. November 18, 2002

    Five Points for Efficient Sawmilling
    Gene Wengert shares his expertise on sawing economically and profitably. January 29, 2004

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

    Mitering the Corner Joints of an MDF Box
    Advice on gluing and clamping a sharp, clean miter joint when building boxes with MDF. April 24, 2014

    Extending Bit Life in Laminates
    Some HPL laminate panels are extremely rough on CNC tooling. Here are suggestions for choosing bits that will last longer. January 31, 2012

    Ripping Stock Straight
    Shop machinery and techniques for ripping straight stock with glue-joint quality edges. April 16, 2010

    Matching a Curved Apron to a Curved Top
    Explanations of how to template a curved tabletop or countertop and fabricate a matched nosing or edging piece. November 14, 2009

    Rounding Board Ends for Pallet Production
    Equipment and methods for high-volume rounding work. May 4, 2005

    High-Speed Router End Mills for Mortising
    Thoughts on end mill bits for high-speed mortise cutting. January 11, 2007

    Entering the Cut
    Bandmill operators discuss the problem of a brief "bump" in blade tracking as the blade first enters the log. Usually, blade tension is the issue. October 14, 2006

    Machine Design For Complex Carving
    It's hard to do, and might not pay off. April 10, 2005

    Moulder and Shaper Setup for Curved Work
    Wrestling with the issues of machining complex curved stair-rail parts. May 11, 2011

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

    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

    Routing an Irregular Outline
    Woodworkers compare a pin router to a CNC as the device for cutting the outline of a map or other irregular object. February 19, 2013

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

    Minimizing Tearout on an Old Crescent Planer
    Advice on tuning and sharpening tweaks to reduce tearout on an older crescent planer. March 13, 2009

    Guide Alignment and Blade Breakage
    Premature blade breakage could result from excess tension or misaligned drive wheels and guides. October 4, 2007

    Fix for a Slipping Planer Table
    A shop-expedient modification locks down the table on a rebuilt old planer. December 1, 2005

    Four-Head Moulder Setup
    Setting up a 4-head moulder to run flooring and mouldings. October 2, 2010

    Power Feeder for a Shaper
    Advice on choosing and using a power feeder for a 3-horsepower shaper. June 5, 2007

    Pitch-coated bandsaw blades
    Sawyers share their secrets for cleaning pitch from blades. October 15, 2001

    Pros and Cons of Insert Tooling
    Woodworker considering insert cutters for making raised-panel door parts gets advice about his options. June 30, 2007

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

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

    M42 HSS Inlay Knife Steel
    An explanation of what M42 steel is, and a discussion of its properties. August 30, 2007

    Getting great joints in veneer
    A discussion of techniques for getting tight joints in veneered work. June 14, 2000

    Making Raised Panel Arch Valances
    Advice on fabricating arches raised panel valances. June 4, 2012

    Mortising Machine Options
    Woodworkers discuss the pros and cons of various types of mortising equipment. November 28, 2006

    Moulder set-up
    Basic guidelines for setting controls. October 24, 2001

    Keeping Joints Tight with MDF Crown Moulding
    Gaps can appear at MDF moulding joints for various reasons. Here, installers give several suggestions for holding those joints tight. September 4, 2005

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

    Rubber T-Mold Tips and Tricks
    Trimming, fitting, and touch-up tricks for T-mold on the edge of laminate tops. March 9, 2010

    Lumber measurement
    Demystifying the rules and scales for measuring lumber. July 24, 2001

    Machining Curves in Hardwood
    Quick advice about tool choices and tool paths when machining solid Oak on the CNC router. April 30, 2009

    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

    How Much Vacuum Can the Pump Tolerate?
    Pumps come with protective controls to keep them from being damaged by overwork. Here is some related advice on maintaining adequate hold-down of small parts. October 16, 2012

    End Grain Tear-Out on a Shaper
    How can tear-out be minimized when running end grain across the cutter head? April 21, 2011

    Large American Chestnut
    Could these large trees be blight survivors? January 8, 2010

    Planer Wear and Tear-Out Problems
    Wear on the knives and the chip breaker could lead to tear-out problems when the knives are replaced. July 15, 2012

    Patching Scratches in Pre-Finished Plywood
    Thoughts on scratch repair, cutting, gluing, and prices for pre-finished plywood. March 1, 2006

    Routing Flutes on Large Cabinet Doors
    Advice on tool choice, measuring, marking, and jigs for cutting multiple flutes into a big door panel. January 18, 2007

    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

    Measuring Router Bit Diameter
    Advice on how to verify whether tooling diameter is correct within proper tolerances. January 12, 2015

    Glue-ups and growth rings
    Does ripping and re-gluing drawer faces reduce cup? June 24, 2001

    Raised Grain and Sawmill Blades
    A discussion of how blade characteristics might relate to roughening of the lumber surface. July 16, 2009

    Planer Knives: Grind Yourself, or Send Out?
    Both sides of the debate are represented in this thread. January 15, 2008

    Getting Straight Table-Saw Rips
    Tips on tuning a table saw for straight ripping. May 23, 2007

    Machining Acrylic on the CNC
    Advice on the fine points of cutting acrylic. February 12, 2010

    Fabricating a Seamless Tambour Door
    Advice on veneer layup and cutting for making a seamless (or "invisible") tambour door. December 7, 2008

    Machining Curved Casings and Sashes on CNC
    How to handle hold-down problems when cutting out large curved parts. April 6, 2007

    Edge Trimming on a Beam Saw
    It's common practice to trim off the factory edge when cutting panels into parts on a beam saw. January 3, 2014

    Optimal Bit Size for Template Routing
    Advice on bits for routing holes in cabinets. August 31, 2009

    Inset Routing with a Shaper
    Advice on how to rout a cavity into the middle portion a long piece of solid wood. July 29, 2011

    Routing an Elliptical Solid Wood Table Edge
    Joining and profiling a curved table edge out of solid wood. April 18, 2011

    Hickory Tearout
    Hickory is a problematic wood, but spiral tooling helps limit the tearout. May 18, 2010

    Pull-Out Bread-Board Ideas
    Tricks for adding breadboard pullouts to face-frame cabinets, without losing drawer space. October 15, 2009

    Reverse-Side Router Indexing
    How to index your workpiece and your router for working the back side of a panel. November 8, 2008

    Making Six-Sided Tapered Legs
    Step-by-step directions for cutting a 6-sided tapered shaft on a table saw. August 30, 2005

    Holding Down Veneer on a CNC
    Suggestions for holding veneer down when cutting out curved shapes on a CNC. December 11, 2012

    Machining Brass on CNC Equipment
    Bits and feed rates for cutting 3/8-inch brass. March 1, 2006

    Polystyrene Crown Molding Tips
    Quick advice on cutting and fastening polystyrene trim. August 7, 2006

    Debt, Planning, and Financial Security for a Woodworking Business
    How to get off the treadmill and build wealth. May 20, 2011

    Crown Moulding Miter and Bevel Angle Setting Chart
    Here's a convenient reference for looking up the miter angle and face bevel for cutting and fitting crown moulding. August 7, 2008

    CAD/CAM Software for the Large Shop
    A 100-employee cabinet and woodwork business considers whether to move to Microvellum. November 30, 2009

    Advice on Choosing a CNC Router
    Here are some detailed thoughts on matching a new piece of CNC equipment to your needs and your budget. October 26, 2011

    Accuracy of Planers
    A woodworker looking for the finest piece of steel he can buy sets off an extended discussion of top quality planers. March 10, 2008

    Confirmat screw assembly
    Troubleshooting problems with Confirmat screws. June 24, 2002

    Decision About Cad Software
    03/03/2013

    Chip-free dovetailing in plywood
    Building dovetailed plywood drawers without chipping; European and American approaches. April 24, 2002

    Choosing a CNC Router
    This long and detailed thread covers a lot of subjects relating to the pros and cons of various CNC characteristics and capabilities. October 19, 2014

    Choosing a Standard Method for Cabinet Construction
    A supervisor helping a new cabinet company establish its standard production system gets feedback about the pros and cons of many different assembly methods, from a variety of perspectives. July 11, 2013

    Custom Architectural Woodwork on the CNC
    A request for ideas for making some custom quarter-round mouldings turns into an extended discussion of custom techniques and the value of hand labor versus computerized production. February 19, 2008

    Chair Re-Caning Basics
    Here's a generous portion of advice and tips for a beginner about chair seat cane replacement, from craftsmen who've done a little or a lot. September 5, 2010

    Are bone-dry biscuits necessary?
    Questions about the dryness and size of biscuits. April 24, 2002

    Door Warping Mystery
    Tall veneered-MDF cabinet doors are warping badly. Why? February 20, 2008

    Beaded Inset Face Frame Joinery
    What's best - mortise and tenon, dowels, pocket screws...? April 10, 2005

    Accurate Placement of Finished End Panels
    Cabinetmakers describe tips and tricks for keeping end panels properly registered while fastening with pocket screws. June 8, 2008

    Corner Chisel Fine Points
    Tool choice, sharpening methods, and hand techniques for cleaning out mortise corners. November 13, 2009

    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

    CNC pod table
    Homemade pods and more. (CNC Forum) March 23, 2003

    Compound Curves: Circle Applied to a Cylinder
    Problem: Create a curved molding shaped like a Frisbee wrapped around a drum. May 23, 2011

    Crown moulding with angled ceiling
    Is it possible to take an out-of-kilter ceiling into account? November 22, 2003

    Does Helical Insert Tooling Create Glue-Ready Edges?
    A shop owner asks about helical insert jointer knives for edge jointing, and sets off a long and informative discussion about the comparison between high speed steel, carbide knives, and insert cutterheads. April 18, 2015

    Creating Curves on CNC Equipment
    Instructions for cutting curved shapes can be hand-programmed, but it makes more sense to draw in CAD and import the shapes to the CNC controller. October 26, 2005

    Curved cabinet doors
    What's the most efficient way to build radius frame-and-panel doors in-house? May 15, 2002

    Dado Techniques
    Router and jig, or table-saw with dado blade set? Cabinetmakers discuss choices and methods. May 22, 2006

    Beaded face frames on CNC
    Developing the right CNC setup for beaded face frames. February 13, 2001

    Changing Wood-Mizer from gas to electric
    Process and parts involved in converting an engine. February 19, 2002

    Buying CNC Equipment for Woodcarving
    A woodworker gets advice on the pitfalls awaiting the unwary buyer of CNC gear. July 21, 2006

    Allegic reaction to sawdust
    Dangers associated with breathing sawdust and saftey precautions to take. August 1, 2001

    Dedicated and Gasketed Spoilboards
    Advice on spoilboard refinements for holding down small parts during CNC machining operations. August 17, 2006

    Arched raised panel doors
    Using jigs to make arched raised panel doors. September 25, 2002

    Converting power to three-phase
    Things to consider when converting power from single-phase to three. June 24, 2001

    Beavers, Oak Trees, and Lumber
    What can a landowner do with beaver-killed Oak trees? February 29, 2012

    Drilling a Hole the Length of a Log
    People have actually succeeded at drilling holes in logs the long way. Here, they explain how to do it. December 27, 2006

    CNC Collet and Chuck Choices
    CNC pros compare the advantages of different tool-gripping technology. November 26, 2007

    Biscuits Or Butt Joints
    High-quality, high-speed cabinet joinery techniques. October 20, 2004

    Cabinet Refacing Tips
    A few pointers on cabinet refacing. November 20, 2008

    Beaded Face Frame Fabrication
    There's more than one way to bead a frame, as this discussion proves. January 24, 2005

    Conflicting Info On Scrapper And Buffer Stations On Bander
    10/29/2014

    CNC Accuracy - Simple CNC Test Routines
    How to run a used CNC through its paces to check on the accuracy and repeatability of its cuts and controls. September 3, 2010

    Dadoing Face Frames and Cabinet Assembly
    Cabinetmakers discuss techniques and fine points of cabinet construction using dadoed face frames. September 23, 2006

    Counter-Boring for Cabinet Assembly
    Is there any way to speed up the process of drilling pilot holes for screw assembly of cabinets? July 28, 2007

    Blued Steel Defect on Freshly Ground Shaper Knives
    Bluing of the steel in a new or reground knife is a defect that indicates damage to the temper of the steel. December 31, 2013

    Base Cabinet Depths
    Is it okay to build base cabs slightly under 24 inches deep, to optimize panel yield? May 28, 2010

    Best Tool for Cross-Cutting
    Chopsaw, up-cut saw, or sliding table saw? September 26, 2006

    Cutting Miters Precisely
    Equipment and methods that help produce a better miter cut. November 15, 2011

    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

    Cutting "Edge-Installed" Crown
    This "stand up" crown requires some adaptations to "normal" installation procedures. February 8, 2005

    Choosing a 32mm Hinge Drilling Jig
    Shopping for a jobsite hinge-boring guide? Here's some advice from users. September 30, 2010

    Dealing with Blade-Diving Waves
    More blade tension, better blade lubrication, and a sharpening modification may help keep bandsaw blades from wandering when cutting larger logs. December 1, 2005

    Cedar Allergies
    After prolonged exposure, you can develop a severe allergy to Cedar, and also to some other wood types. January 20, 2010

    Coping Highly-Detailed Crown Moulding
    So hard, it's probably not worth the effort. December 27, 2007

    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

    Cutterheads 101
    Basic considerations for knife selection and machine adjustment and operation. February 14, 2007

    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

    Blades For A Slider
    11/14/2014

    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

    Adjusting a Jointer
    Here are tips on truing a jointer to prevent snipe at the beginning and end of the cut. October 26, 2011

    Circular Mill Alignment
    Advice on fine adjustments to a circular sawmill for accurate cutting performance. February 12, 2007

    Advice for Ripping Large Logs
    How the pros make longitudinal cuts in the field, in order to expedite getting their harvest to the mill. January 25, 2005

    Doweling Plywood Cabinets
    01/29/2015

    Cutting Long Through Mortises
    Advice on tools and techniques for mortise and tenon joinery for a historical shutter reproduction. June 22, 2010

    Best Tool Head for Cutting Grooves?
    A saw blade or a router bit could give the best results, depending on the situation. December 10, 2007

    Bi-Metal Blades for Sawing Wood with Nails
    You should always try to de-nail the logs or timbers before sawing, but for the occasional nail, careful sawing with a bi-metal blade may prolong blade life. April 10, 2007

    Drilling Into End Grain
    Thoughts and advice on bits and equipment for boring into hardwood end grain. October 8, 2005

    Applying a Bead to an Arched Face Frame
    Several suggestions for machining a bead into an arched piece, plus the simple way: make it separately and then attach it. October 27, 2011

    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

    Burnt Cutters and Tool Life
    "Burning" or overheating a cutter edge, during grinding or regular use, can significantly degrade the service life of the tool. February 24, 2008

    Cutter Choices
    Carbide cutters, insert knives, or high speed steel? Pros weigh in on the options. August 31, 2005

    Chip Load and Cutterhead Characteristics
    Different CNC tool designs call for different chip loadings. May 16, 2005

    Cost-Cutting Measures
    A short list of quick cost cuts that have helped a small woodworking company stay in business through tough times. June 7, 2011

    Bit Life in High Pressure Laminate
    How many sheets should you be able to cut before a bit wears out? Comparing carbide with diamond, and a discussion of feed rates and settings. July 3, 2005

    Debarkers: why?
    Why debarkers are an essential tool in primary processing. October 15, 2001

    Cutting Shims
    Fine points of a minor, but important element in cabinet installation: the lowly shim. April 14, 2010

    Breaking Down Big Logs
    An interesting discussion with informative videos about cutting down enormous logs to a manageable size for sawing on a bandsaw mill. April 18, 2015

    Best Dedicated Tool for a Straight Groove
    over and over, until the world gets the message. Router, shaper, or table saw? November 27, 2007

    Bandmill Setup on a Slope
    A small sawmill owner shows his portable mill set up on a gentle hillside slope. October 15, 2010

    Cutting Cabinet Door Panels To Sixe
    02/23/2015

    Bit Choices for a Slot Mortiser
    Woodworkers discuss mortiser tooling. May 21, 2009

    Anti-Kickback Table-Saw Fence Jig
    For angled rips, a top-fence jig safely holds off-cuts down. June 17, 2005

    Detailing Pre-Hung Entry Doors on CNC
    A description of what's involved in equipping a CNC router to prep doors for hanging, including cutting to size and mortising for hardware. November 8, 2007

    Dovetailing plywood
    Successfully dovetailing baltic birch plywood. March 20, 2001

    Cutting CDX on a CNC
    Exterior grade plywood is hard to work with on a CNC router because it won't lie flat. Here is some hold-down advice and some thoughts on bit choice.October 20, 2013

    Corrugated Knife Stock for Shapers and Moulders
    Corrugated steel knives can be swapped between a moulder and a shaper. October 2, 2007

    Cutting and Machining Phenolic Countertops
    Tips on bit choice and speeds for working with phenolic sheet materials. October 12, 2007

    Cutting Cast Acrylic on a CNC Router
    Multiple passes with the right cutter will give you an excellent edge. December 6, 2006

    Cutting Post-Form Laminate Tops
    If you don't have a slider, you can cut the top from the back side with a circular saw. November 14, 2014

    Cutting Ceramic Whiteboard Material Without Chipping
    How to cut ceramic board without chipping out. January 7, 2010

    Cross-Grain Plywood
    If you want plywood grain running up and down instead of side to side, carefully cutting and seaming the piece will usually fool the eye. July 9, 2007

    Cutting State Outlines from Wood
    Ideas for machining complex outlines from solid wood slabs. April 20, 2011

    Drying Wood for Pen Blanks
    Cutting the blanks before drying yields quick results. March 3, 2006

    Basic lumber grades
    An overview of NHLA grades. October 15, 2001

    Cutting Aluminum-Plastic-Foam Panels
    Advice on a challenging problem: how to cut composite insulated metal air-conditioner panels. February 23, 2008

    Zero Clearance Table Saw Inserts
    Buy 'em, or make your own? June 28, 2005

    Taking a Business to the Next Level
    A question about equipment investment turns into a thoughtful seminar on marketing, pricing, and finding your niche. November 10, 2005

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    Making Money with a Sawmill Business
    Plan with a focus on high-margin production, and you might make money — not just wear out a saw. January 14, 2008

    Making Curved Crown Molding.
    09/29/2017

    "Work in Progress," Efficiency, and Profit
    Here's a long and somewhat abstract and meandering discussion that still makes some interesting points about how reducing the number of overlapping tasks happening at once can eliminate management headaches and improve productivity. April 20, 2008

    - Wood species
    Information on tree species and their uses. March 20, 2001

    Still Can't Get To The Bottom Of This Pinhole Issue.
    09/30/2014

    What Does A Foreman Do?
    04/21/2014

    Vacuum application FAQ
    All aspects of vacuum and how it is used by the woodworker. March 18, 2002

    Techniques for Equalizing and Conditioning Lumber
    The Wood Doctor explains how to complete the final two steps in the primary processing uh, process. 1998.

    Square Edges and Edgebanding
    Woodweb's Cabinetmaking forum straightens out a shop owner who has been edgebanding after putting cabinets together. Along the way there's a detailed discussion of how to produce square edge cuts, even with basic equipment. March 3, 2009

    Shopping for a CNC for the Small Shop
    CNC for the small shop has come a long way in recent years, as this conversation demonstrates. There are many excellent options on the market, and many factors to consider. January 3, 2012

    Winter Sawing, Blade Breakage, and Lubricant Choices
    A long and detailed thread on blade cleaning and lubricating fluid, sawmill characteristics, and blade durability during cold weather. August 31, 2009

    Start-Up Manufacturing Millwork
    It's harder than a beginner might think to make money producing mouldings on a shoestring. Old hands discuss the hard truths in this thread. April 4, 2011

    Troubleshooting Adhesion Failure in Conversion Varnish Over Lacquer
    Conversion varnish needs a mechanical bond. Here, pros analyze a case where it's not sticking. May 17, 2005

    Streamlining High-Volume Cabinet Production
    Well-organized cabinetmakers share their secrets for labor time efficiency. April 26, 2006

    Two-Ply Veneer Versus Crossbanded Plies
    A custom cabinetmaker carefully considers the veneering process on a custom project for demanding clients. January 12, 2015

    Shop Drawing Time per Job
    How long does it take to prepare shop drawings for a cabinet job? Here's a thorough and detailed discussion of that question. November 15, 2011

    Splitting big logs
    Advice from sawyers on what to do with logs that are too big for your mill. September 19, 2001

    Who Are You? Thumbnail Biographies of Forum Members
    Ever wonder who you're interacting with on WOODWEB? In this thread, forum posters give a brief history of their lives in the woodworking trade. June 16, 2014

    Scalloping Marks Left by a Helical Jointer Head
    Helical heads reduce tearout, but leave a scalloped surface that some find objectionable. Here's a long and detailed discussion. April 10, 2008

    Window Beading and Water Drainage Issues
    An extended discussion of window construction wood joinery and water management. June 18, 2010

    Shopping for CAD Software
    Some insightful commentary on choosing the right software (if any) for the kind of cabinet work you do. October 15, 2009

    Troubleshooting Planer Tearout and Snipe
    An intensive discussion of the causes and cures of tearout and snipe in planing work. July 13, 2006

    Techniques and Equipment for Long-Grain Miters
    Cabinetmakers who like to miter their face frames to their end panels discuss table-saw and shaper setups, joinery, and gluing techniques. September 28, 2006

    Small Chunks Sticking to the Edgebander Roller
    Trying to get to the bottom of a performance issue with an edgebander: small particleboard core chunks sticking to the glue roller are starving parts of the joint for glue. November 15, 2010

    Upgrading Shapers: One High-End Machine, or Several Cheaper Ones?
    Here's a long, detailed, and thoughtful thread with lots of first-hand stories, about the choice between using one top-end shaper for everything, or setting up four cheaper ones for dedicated tasks. June 22, 2012

    Vacuum Veneered Drawer Faces
    Vacuum laminating is ideally suited for creating curved surfaces. May 23, 2006

    Troubleshooting Moulder Tear-Out
    Tweaks to the knives, the feed rate, the drive belt set-up, or the bed board may help eliminate moulder chatter and tear-out. August 29, 2005

    Troubleshooting Moulder Head Vibration
    Many things could potentially throw a moulder head out of balance. Here, pros discuss the possible causes of excessive vibration. August 23, 2005

    Wood, the environment, and Man
    A wide-ranging overview of the state of the primary processing industry, and where it may be going from here. August 10, 2000

    Sawing utility poles
    Is it safe and practical? Advice from those who've done it. August 25, 2003

    Sunburst Veneer Layup Methods
    Follow along as a craftsman works his way through a difficult first-time veneering project. November 3, 2010

    Upgrading a Small Dust Collector
    Detailed advice on beefing up the capacity of a dust collection system in a small shop. September 24, 2006

    Terminating a Job in Mid-Project
    This story of a job gone sour has a happy ending: The cabinetmaker gets out in good shape by having a good contract and standing his ground. January 13, 2009

    Switching to Melamine
    A cabinetmaker who usually builds with plywood gets advice on working with melamine. July 5, 2006

    Quality of Cherry Lumber
    Cabinetmakers discuss cherry quality, grading standards, and the market. August 17, 2006

    Shopping for CNC
    A woodworker gets advice on how best to "try before you buy." September 27, 2009

    Troubleshooting Hinge Hole Blowout
    CNC owners try to help a colleague with a quality problem: blown-out hinge holes. March 12, 2015

    Should I Joint and Plane My Own Face-Frame Stock?
    It's work to get nice flush joints and consistent dimensions on cabinet face frames. Here's a discussion about whether to surface your own stock or buy pre-planed lumber. January 28, 2009

    Why Does Plywood Warp?
    An extended technical and practical discussion of dimensional instability in plywood panels. January 20, 2010

    Shaper and Moulder Choices
    Observations on the relative capabilities of shapers and moulders. January 9, 2006

    Troubleshooting a Noisy Moulder
    Experts chip in to help diagnose a moulder that makes a growling sound for mysterious reasons. October 4, 2007

    Sawing Utility Poles
    Information on the wood species and treatment chemicals found in utility poles. May 11, 2005

    Touch Up, Refinish, or Reface?
    Thoughts on approaching some worn kitchen doors in a systematic, step-by-step way. September 3, 2010

    Wearing Gloves While Doing Woodworking
    Gloves create a risk of the hands being drawn into machinery. June 26, 2009

    Spray Shop Layout
    Setting up an efficient spray-finishing area in an expanded shop. December 26, 2004

    Tablesaw Techniques for Very Narrow Rips
    Advice on push blocks, jigs, and other solutions for making very thin rips for laminating. November 28, 2014

    Shaper Choices for Door Construction
    Cabinetmakers discuss equipment selection and machining techniques for making raised-panel cope-and-stick doors. May 22, 2006

    What Opportunities Does a CNC Router Open Up?
    A shop owner who is considering an entry-level CNC investment learns about how the machine's versatility might help his business diversify. May 15, 2014

    Ways to Machine Radiused Casings
    Woodworkers discuss various methods of making curved mouldings, including CNC and moulder techniques as well as ways to join segments. December 2, 2006

    Strength of Cabinet Joinery Using Pre-Finished Plywood
    When you use pre-finished plywood, does the finish compromise the strength of glue joints? The question sets off an extended discussion of structural issues in cabinet carcass construction. September 23, 2006

    Troubleshooting Wide-Belt Sander Chatter
    Track down the cause of chatter marks in the wood before trying to fix the problem. Defects in the belts, the drums, or the drive are the usual suspects. April 30, 2006

    Troubleshooting Jointer Chatter
    A chatter problem in a new jointer sets off a discussion of knife types and maintenance issues. December 26, 2006

    Scribe Rails -- Why Not?
    Why are custom shops not including scribe material on backs? August 26, 2004

    Value of a Vintage Tenoner
    This discussion, started by a woodworker who is considering purchasing an old Powermatic tenoner for window reproduction, goes into lots of useful detail about how to get the best from this valuable machine. July 8, 2014

    Starting a portable sawmilling business
    Advice on making a living with a start-up sawmilling business. June 24, 2001

    Sawing and Hewing Timbers in the Bush
    For a project in Africa, advice about working timbers for framing. November 25, 2008

    Squaring Up Cabinets
    What's the best way to keep cabinet carcasses square — and is it worth it? Cabinetmakers share techniques and opinions. August 14, 2007

    Touching Up the Burnt Ends of a Routed Flute
    Here's advice on cleaning up the rounded end of a flute if the router leaves burn marks — and on scraper sharpening, and on how to avoid those burn marks to begin with. February 11, 2010

    Shopping for a Bandsaw
    The perennial question: an economical import, or some second-hand American-made iron? April 13, 2010

    Shopping for a Panel Saw
    Advice on how to get your money's worth for a panel saw, and thoughts on choosing a slider or a track-guided circular saw instead. May 28, 2010

    Shopping for a New CNC
    Think carefully about what capabilities you do and don't need, and take a close look at the vendor's tech support system. October 13, 2008

    Troubleshooting "Banana Cut" Problems with Melamine
    Humidity issues cause some panels to curve or bow when cut. Here, CNC operators discuss possible solutions. December 6, 2006

    Troubleshooting Table-Saw Tearout
    Blade sharpness is a bigger factor than you might think. May 10, 2005

    Quality Expectations for Bandsaw-Milled Lumber
    Sawmillers chime in on whether wavy cuts and thin ends are acceptable in walnut boards. June 28, 2006

    Stepping Up to a Shaper
    After burning out yet another router, a one-man cabinet shop owner gets advice on investing in a shaper and some raised-panel cutters. July 3, 2008

    Wood Gate Lumber and Joinery Choices
    Pros discuss lumber choices and joinery details for fancy custom garden gates. September 7, 2011

    Tuning up a Jointer to Acceptable Tolerances
    There's art as well as science in getting a jointer adjusted. January 8, 2010

    Thick Slabbing Versus Edging
    Sawyers debate the decision: saw and edge for grade, or start by slabbing to create a square cant? Many factors enter into the choice. August 21, 2006

    Time Tracking for Individual Tasks
    Various time tracking methods - from time clocks and paper forms to electronic devices which input to a computer. May 10, 2005

    Surfacing Thin Walnut Boards
    What's an efficient way to re-saw and plane (or sand) quarter-inch thick boards? Pros share tips and techniques for reliably achieving a smooth surface. June 20, 2005

    Tread Return Details for a Free-Standing Curved Staircase
    Here's a complex and detailed discussion of stair tread fabrication for a high-end custom curved staircase, open on both sides. November 26, 2007

    Sawyer survey
    A host of sawyers share their preferred techniques for sawing logs, and the reasoning behind them. June 20, 2000

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

    Quarter-Inch Plywood for Cabinet Backs
    Cabinetmakers discuss whether it's wise to economize by using quarter-inch plywood and a stiffening strip for cabinet backs, rather than half-inch or three-quarter-inch material. July 5, 2006

    Tracking labor time
    Keeping a record of labor time per operation in your shop. October 24, 2001

    Set-ups For Making Raised Panel Doors
    Rigs, jigs, and customized equipment for high-volume raised panel door production. April 10, 2005

    Tool Touch-Off
    CNC operators discuss their preferred methods for touching off tools. November 12, 2005

    Speedy Face Frame Construction
    Cabinetmakers debate the details of fast methods for building and attaching face frames. July 9, 2005

    Union or Non-Union Apprenticeship?
    A woodworker starting out asks about the choice between union and non-union training employment. Lots of information and some opinions are supplied in the discussion that follows. November 11, 2005

    To nest or not to nest?
    Is nesting appropriate for all shops? June 4, 2003

    Troubleshooting Wavy Cuts in Large Logs
    A newcomer to sawmilling gets help tuning his bandsaw mill up to cut straight in big hardwood logs. September 17, 2008

    Troubleshooting Blade Breakage on a Bandmill
    Here's a good discussion of the various factors that could cause bandsaw mill blades to break prematurely. June 4, 2012

    Sawing Walnut: Sapwood and Heartwood
    Here's a discussion about the proportions of heartwood and sapwood in a Walnut log, drying methods, and the value of both for furniture, bowls, et cetera. May 15, 2012

    Table-Saw Power-Feeder Tips
    Detailed advice on setting up and using a power feeder with a table saw. July 9, 2007

    Using Algebra Functions in CNC Woodworking
    A discussion of how algebraic functions can be useful in CNC work, along with some specific mathematical code expressions. June 17, 2009

    Setting up a Combination Gang-Ripsaw/Planer/Moulder
    Detailed comments on how to get good use out of a combination machine that gang rips, planes, and makes mouldings. December 29, 2008

    Value Engineering in Custom Cabinets?
    Cabinetmakers discuss ways to shave costs to make and install custom cabinets in a competitive economy. December 24, 2012

    Stick Profiles and Out-Feed Fences
    Setting up the shaper to cut the stick pieces for cope and-stick doors. May 14, 2006

    Setting Up CNC Equipment
    Advice on managing the setup and shakedown process for a new CNC router. May 28, 2010

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

    Slowing a Feed Motor with Variable Frequency Drive
    Motor speeds can be adjusted with electronic add-ons, but there are complications. October 4, 2007

    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

    Shrinkage Allowances for Sawing Southern Yellow Pine
    What dimension should SYP be sawn to, in order to arrive at the desired thickness after drying and planing? November 14, 2009

    Upgrading a Shaper Motor
    Should a woodworker beef up the motor on his shaper when the original one breaks down? It's a questionable call. May 5, 2007

    Where to Get Free Logs
    Start-up sawmiller gets advice on working with sources of free sawlogs. October 4, 2007

    Two-Flute Versus Four-Flute Bits
    Are two flutes or four flutes better in a dowel-boring bit? September 25, 2014

    True Dimensions of 4/4 Green Lumber
    The terms "4/4" and "RWRL" take some explaining. Here's the voice of expertise and experience. October 8, 2005

    Using a Radial-Arm Saw to Cut Dadoes
    A radial-arm saw is good for repetitive cross-cut dadoes, but dangerous for ripping. Here, woodworkers discuss equipment alternatives for efficient, accurate dadoing. November 10, 2006

    Shopping for a Metal Detector
    A conversation about finding a good metal detector. October 1, 2009

    Thinning Conversion Varnish in Hot Weather
    A finisher seeks advice on techniques for thinning conversion varnish on days when the weather gets hotter than 90°F. November 29, 2014

    Sliding-Table Shapers for End Tenoning
    Cabinetmakers talk equipment for machining tenons. May 11, 2011

    Spoil Board Thickness
    A discussion of the fine points of choosing a spoil board material and thickness. January 19, 2011

    Smooth finish on large surface
    Trouble with rough spots in a water-based finish. August 29, 2001

    Shaper Spindle Replacements in Different Diameters
    Customizing the spindle on your shaper could be a good investment. April 15, 2012

    Safeguarding Woodworking Machines and Worker Safety
    A detailed description of machinery safeguarding techniques - 1984

    Shop-Rigging a Small Vacuum Table for a Pod-and-Rail CNC
    Advice, thoughts, and examples of vacuum-table retrofits for CNC equipment. December 31, 2012

    Troubleshooting Chip-Out with Melamine
    Blade characteristics and plunge depth are factors to consider. February 18, 2011

    Touching Off Tools: Spoilboard or Material?
    CNC owners discuss whether to zero their tools to the spoilboard, or to the material they are machining. July 8, 2014

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

    Slab Photo Essay
    A tour through the nice slab collection of an urban tree salvage aficionado. April 30, 2009

    Sawing Cherry for Quality
    Sawmillers advise on how to get the best quality lumber out of a Cherry saw-log. July 30, 2007

    Vertical Panel Saws Versus Sliding Table Saws, Again
    The perennial discussion, with a few new observations. March 3, 2009

    Solid Edge for a Round Table
    A solid wood circumference for a round veneered table poses some tricky woodworking puzzles. In this thread, craftsman offer detailed advice for a unique project. June 28, 2005

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

    Shopping for a Tracksaw
    Craftsmen discuss their choices in tracksaws. November 14, 2014

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

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

    What Is A Good Cutlist Program?
    02/20/2015

    Spoilboard Resurfacing
    Basic spoilboard tips. January 28, 2009

    Splicing Pre-Finished Crown Molding
    Tips for getting a tight joint on pre-finished crown molding splices.

    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

    Snipe Problems on a Through Feed Moulder 3: Left Side Snipes
    A troubleshooting checklist table for moulder operators. December 1, 2006

    Troubleshooting a Noisy Spindle
    CNC router spindles are rebuildable, but the noise problem could have other sources. April 6, 2007

    Working with Sheet Aluminum on a CNC Router
    Advice, tips, and cautions on running aluminum on your CNC equipment. September 27, 2008

    Whether to Locate Furniture Shop in the Basement
    Cheap heat and convenience are up sides, but insurance could be a worry. April 20, 2011

    Turning Sawdust and Shavings into Fuel
    Shop owners discuss machinery that makes logs or briquettes out of wood waste. April 30, 2006

    Upcut, Downcut Or Compression Tools
    Which is better? It depends on the use (and your technique). April 10, 2005

    Troubleshooting a Cyclone Chip Clog
    Advice on making a cyclone stop clogging when when trying to separate large chips of light material. July 29, 2012

    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

    Tooling Up for Production of Grooves
    For high-volume production of stock with a 1/2-inch-deep groove, it's hard to beat a shaper.April 29, 2012

    Troubleshooting Blade Wandering
    Tooth set and tension are factors to look at when a blade wanders shortly after entering the log. October 25, 2006

    Salvaging Downed Timber
    The sooner you saw, the better, but some trees can still yield valuable wood after years on the ground. March 26, 2013

    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

    Sensor Color Sensitivity Problem with Edgebander
    Infrared lights and sensors in some edgebanders need to be calibrated to the color of the edgebanding, or they won't trigger when they're supposed to. December 8, 2010

    Troubleshooting Blade Diving on a Bandmill
    A beginner gets help with a wandering blade problem on a borrowed bandsaw mill. October 19, 2013

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    Re: beam saw + point to point vs. nested CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/19) -- I own a decently productive 2 man shop 750k in sales/yr in frameless and inset cabinetry, doors, an ...

    Re: chip load guidelines
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/19) -- If you look online at www.onsrud.com and click on downloads they have a ton of information on chipl ...

    Re: cnc cabinet questions
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    Re: Roller Blade Guides Affect on Blade Life
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    Re: miter saw stand
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    Re: Cnc advice
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/18) -- ou can look for CNC mills for this work. CNC mills operate in torque. CNC mill cuts efficiently so ...

    Re: sent 6 blades off for resharp
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    Re: How to make better router cuts
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    Re: Need Long Pattern Bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/18) -- I've done this with a 2" flush bit . Make your blanks for lamination to ...

    Re: cnc router purchase
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/18/23) -- Miscellaneous ramblings of an old man: I looked at the Laguna you mentioned. It's similar to my ...

    RE: Bandsaw blades breaking
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    Re: scaling up production of non-rectangular parts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/18) -- The router operator's time is already allocated fully to other tasks while the router is ...

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    Re: What bit do you use?
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    Re: best blade tooth config for cutting veneer
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    Re: Servo creep on CNT Motion Router
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    Re: Spiral carbide dovetail bit?
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    Re: Cut list optimizer with sequencing function
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (4/17/24) -- The question doesn't really make any sense to me Dan. The question seems out of the ordinary. Is ...

    Re: Has anyone used Red Grandis lumber?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/17) -- When we rip a piece of lumber and the two pieces are not straight right after ...

    Re: Router cutting wrong segment of circle - Microvellum single part editor
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/17) -- A couple of years ago I had issues with cutting arcs, long story short I opened a trouble ticket an ...

    Re: The need for outsourcing in the new economy
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/16) -- Guys I've got to firmly disagree with some of what you are saying. First of all pricing ...

    Re: checks and flakes in white oak causing problems
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/16) -- Another issue that can cause extensive surface checking is circle mills pushing their ...

    Re: CNC POINT TO POINT OR BEAM SAW / CNC MACHINING CENTER
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/16) -- Ben, it might help to clean up your nomenclature a bit. A point-to-point generally refers to a pod- ...

    Re: Cnc Router Bits
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/16) -- Spoil board tool, 4" with 4, C6 inserts. Panel cutting, Onsrud Marathon coated, 3/8" 2 fl ...

    Re: Kem Aqua Plus
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/16) -- imo sanding maple to 220 grit is way to fine for raw wood sanding for waterborne or solvent c ...

    Re: Cnc in small workshop
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    Re: 2D drawings are replaced by 3D models?
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    Re: Using our Morbidelli to machine Corian
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Laminating and Solid Surfacing Forum (10/15) -- I'm assuming you're talking about a flat table CNC router. No it will n ...

    Re: Custom shaper Knives Protruding Slightly Above Head
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/15) -- I had forgotten, that disc is actually 9" and has a cutting depth of ~3.75-4 ...

    Re: Reverse Table Saw
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (8/15) -- Thank you everyone for your collective wisdom. For the record it is a direct ...

    Re: Japanese? Elm
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    A message posted at sawdry (12/31) -- What is the best chainsaw for quartering large logs lengthwise that are about to feet in diameter Also what is ...

    Re: 1/4" chipbreaker compression
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/15/23) -- Never seen a 1/4 and I'd be worried about the strength. What are you cutting? I run only 3/8 and ...

    Re: Alphacam and Output To Laser Projector
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/15/23) -- I don't know if this will be of any help but when I ran our SL-Laser with Enroute software I jus ...

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    Re: HPL Chipping
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/15/23) -- Justin, I'm hearing that these guys are only having problems with Formica HPL. The other brands ...

    Re: Beaded Door
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/15) -- The cutting is relatively easy on a CNC router. Just back and forth with a point cutting round over ...

    Re: tool changer options
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/15/22) -- Differences in travel and feed speeds may not come into play that much when cutting cabinet part ...

    Re: Dovetail machines
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/14) -- I have the automatic Cantek version. It's no faster than a jig and router at cutting par ...

    Re: average life of compression cutters
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/14) -- We use a 2 flute 3/8 compression from BC Saw. We find we can get well over 200 sheets from the too ...

    Re: curved stair handail questions for proffessionals
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (10/14) -- Those people that have not experienced or seen the products of a real crafts ...

    Re: Uses of a cnc router ?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/14) -- What is a CNC router? A computer numerical control (CNC) router is a computer-controlled cutting ma ...

    Re: huge mistake with heavy bar over floating floor.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (7/14) -- In my opinion the fact that the bar is smack in the middle of the flo ...

    Re: Need Long Pattern Bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/14) -- The longest I've seen in the states has 2 1/2" cut length with top beari ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/14) -- Hi Looking at purchasing an SCM si 3800 from auction. I'm looking at it tomorrow. From wh ...

    RE: Best Chainsaw for cutting large diameter logs lengthwise
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/14) -- What is the best chainsaw for quartering large logs lengthwise that are about 3 to 5 ...

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    Re: Cabinet Layout for flood victims needed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/14) -- I am sorry for the delayed response ,we have this machine in a job shop setup not a full ...

    Re: sawing shorts on Wood-Mizer Lt40
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/14) -- I have a board, 2" thick and 6" wide. The length is enough to be clamped by ...

    Re: broken bits
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/14) -- Not Black. You can grab the bits as soon as they stop and they are just warm, not hot. So our chip ...

    SMS lock Apps
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/14/23) -- The Bridgewood planer is a professional-grade wood planer used for creating ...

    Re: New cnc bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/13) -- 4m/min @18000rpm is much too slow for that bit. You should be cutting at least double that, if not ...

    Re: Giben/Anderson GS series
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/13) -- Both have service in Charlotte where I am. I will be researching the reputation of both before pur ...

    Re: Giben/Anderson GS series
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/13) -- Looks interesting! Do you need the extreme speed? I just completed a test using 3 and 4 flute bits ...

    Re: shop rental rates for employees
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (11/13) -- This is a great thread. I'm glad that you are proactive in trying to be fair a ...

    Z axis control
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/13) -- I've noticed when cutting on the cnc, that the most "inconsistent" axis is Z. I perceive ...

    Re: Groovers o.k. for tenoning?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/13) -- Yeah I guess I am with Dave on this one. One of my first thoughts were if the shar ...

    Re: CNC bit Chipping
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/13) -- Hi Bob, I agree with Jerry it looks like for some reason the female grooves are being routed in a d ...

    Re: cutting veneer with an aggregate saw blade
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (6/13/23) -- I recommend EnRoute which is a CAD/CAM software known for its advanced nesting capabilities and ...

    Re: Hook angle vs cutting angle results?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (6/13/22) -- If you have a piece of molding to match. You can cut the end off at 20 degrees ...

    spline cutting router bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/13) -- looking for a 1/8" spline cutting router bit with a 3/8 shank. The cutter has to be ...

    Re: Source for 6mm PCD router bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/13) -- How deep are you cutting? I'm using a 3/8" diameter, 2 flute PCD bit from Leuco with a slight ...

    Re: Vertical cnc or skipper
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/12) -- I have a nesting router, beam saw and PTP. The router can cut out a sheet faster than a ...

    Re: Entry-level CNC for Small (1-2 man) Shop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/12) -- Guinea, you will receive numerous responses with conflicting information and points to consider. I ...

    Re: cutting veneer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/12) -- Rich, that is a valid question, I won't be cutting a lot, but when I do cut it I do want ...

    Post processor for Schelling FL330 beam saw
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/12) -- Hello, I am writing a post processor for Schelling FL330/318 beam saw. Could someone provide sample ...

    Re: Advice on a CNC for cutting internal threads
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/12) -- V-carve Pro software has an add on software gadget to cut internal threads with side cutting v bit. ...

    Help Me Design A CNC Unit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/12/23) -- Folks, could you help me design a CNC setup for cutting these various curved rafters only? The C ...

    Re: Copy lathe templates
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/12) -- Thanks for all the good ideas, I was looking for a template supplier as I fig ...

    Melamine/Blade cutting issues
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/12) -- I am having melamine cutting issues on my beam saw. (Homag CH12) The new blade/sco ...

    Re: Looking for opinions on nested base routers
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/12) -- There are several things to look at before making the move to nesting. What is your current process ...

    Re: Cuts for quartersawn logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/12) -- In the course of cutting, I set the quartersawn oak & sycamore boards aside, so t ...

    Re: Beginners edgebanding questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (12/11) -- No bander aficionado here but from my brief knowledge, 1. It will be difficult to say how of ...

    Re: cutting veneer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11) -- Basically what you need to do to veneer is clamp it with enough pressure along the entir ...

    Re: cutting veneer
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/11) -- Thanks for the info so far, just wondering how many pieces are you cutting at the same t ...

    Re: cnc machine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/11/22) -- 23000 hours may only be "on" time, not cutting time. There is a big difference. Biesse ...

    Re: Nesting Cnc router question
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/11) -- Hello, Anthony, The nesting CNC machine is numerical control equipment explicitly molded for the ma ...

    Re: dado cutting tapers
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (12/10) -- Can you run the dados on the radial arm saw? Make two separate jigs for cutting t ...

    Re: clients for CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/10/21) -- Similar to James I think the only solution if your talking cutting parts for other shops is to ...

    Re: No one use a beam saw?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/10/21) -- I thought this was settled a long time ago in that a CNC router was more eff ...

    Re: cutting tapered lamp base 90 degrees
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/10) -- Meant to indicate cutting with chop saw or table saw for the smooth end cuts. ...

    Re: Toe kick cutting jig, four guys to use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/10) -- Thank you for the compliments and good suggestions. Does anybody have suggestions of a cn ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/10) -- I am looking for a source that does laser cutting of veneers for inlay work. Also someone ...

    Re: cnc or laser cutting inlays
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/10) -- I don't need them to assemble or anything like that. Just to do the cutting of the pieces ...

    Reset jointer knives, edge is perfect, but face isnt
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (5/10) -- I reset my jointer knives after I had them sharpened and here's my issue... I boug ...

    Re: Table fire
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/10) -- Dan, Thanks for the comment. We are currently cutting in a single pass. I am hesitant to continue c ...

    Re: Mitering with CNC router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/10) -- You can miterfold on a CNC using either a bit, though an aggregate would be better. This issue with ...

    Re: drawer slide storage
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/10) -- We have gotten to the point of what Derrick was saying, it was not until we sta ...

    Re: Jointing a bundle of veneer with a Festool track saw?
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    Re: Shaker cherry edge banding
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/9) -- Hi Mark, It sounds like you are scaping too much material off. Darker colours, such as th ...

    Re: Running a commercial Cabinet shop (Takeover)
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (12/9) -- What equipment you need greatly depends on your product. We couldn't live W/O o ...

    Re: inexpensive cnc
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/9) -- Thank you for your responses. I realize I am not anywhere near your artistic level of woodworking. ...

    Re: Hussey Knife Alignment
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (11/9) -- They have two sets of springs and rollers. The one that comes with the machin ...

    Re: Product to Market
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (10/9) -- Thanks for the responses so far. @Frenchy I was pressed for time & should h ...

    Re: Setting up a solid door making factory
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (7/9) -- We've been making our own doors (in our smallish custom shop - 3 to 4 person, ...

    Re: RE: Rotted surface hardwood logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/9) -- We have 100s of logs in our yard, and to be efficient we would have to do upwards of 1 ...

    Re: microwaving prong tests???
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/9) -- The key for stress relief is rapid addition of moisture to the wood at high temperatur ...

    CNC laser cutter for solid wood?
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    Re: Biesse
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation (2/9) -- 0 for off 1 for on my old Lato 38 had Bevel end trimming that’s cu ...

    Re: Vacuum not enough?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/8) -- 10 hp on a 4x8 doesn't seem like a lot of pump to begin with. I am using 40hp on a 4x10 table and t ...

    Re: Toe kick cutting jig, four guys to use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/8) -- you say you dont have the sales and crews to support a CNC? How much are those guys in the ...

    Re: cutting starboard
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/8) -- You need a Forstner bit with some grooves cut into the cutting edge (which are also stagge ...

    Re: Shaper opinions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/8) -- I think I have narrowed down my choices between a Felder F700z and a MiniMax TW55. Both ar ...

    Re: Tooling for Machining Extira
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (5/8) -- I agree, Extira dulls edges all too quickly. Fortunately we do not use it ofte ...

    Re: Blade Pitch
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/8) -- Here is an excerpt from Feb 2014. You can order the issue for the complete article and ...

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    Re: honey comb in walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/8) -- Pretty small trees you are cutting. That's the shape of wood you get with the shrinkag ...

    Re: Torsion Box Doors
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (3/8) -- I misunderstood the role of the baltic birch. That sounds like a good layup. I ...

    Plywood Core Cut Quality
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/8) -- What kind of bits and chip load are you all using for UV prefinished plywood? I'm having trouble get ...

    Re: Upcut Saw
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/8) -- Mark B- I hear what you’re saying re gang cutting.. not much time savings if it takes twic ...

    Re: Which size CNC to get
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/7) -- I am cutting 1 pass on the frames with a 3/16 upcut 2 flute spiral at 300 ipm. With the letters I a ...

    Good bit for flat bottom fills ?
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    Re: Considering Taking Doors / Drawers In House
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (8/7) -- When build doors in house and fast. We once built 300 plus doors and 5 piece dra ...

    Re: Toe kick cutting jig, four guys to use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/7) -- Gang cutting is a good idea. I'll have to think about that. ...

    Beam Saw Advices
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/7) -- Hi all hope your having a great day i own a carpentry and i am looking to open a melamine ...

    Router cutting wrong segment of circle - Microvellum single part editor
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (2/7) -- I'm hoping someone here can help me understand why our router (Felder H10) is recognizing and cuttin ...

    Re: Introducing a New Product
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/7) -- Rich has chimed in on this subject before and the notion that cutting for other ...

    Re: New Foreman in Outdated Shop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/7) -- A cnc and edgebander are the 2 best machines to have in a modern cabinet shop. I ...

    Looking into buying a new Cnc
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/7) -- We are looking into buying a 2nd Cnc Machine. Currently we own a Scm Pratix Z5 with Pod and rail. Th ...

    Re: Looking for marketing ideas for shop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/7) -- For small production items like cutting boards, etc. you should put a store up o ...

    Re: Variety of Joints
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (12/6) -- I had the opportunity to reproduce many historic windows in Charleston SC yea ...

    Odd situation - Water Spots
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/6) -- Bit of a goofy question. Shipped a job to on of our contractors and part of it was a few shee ...

    Toe kick cutting jig, four guys to use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/6) -- I am new to this company, but I like the people. We have started on a one kitchen build. W ...

    Re: 1 Piece routed MDF door - shaker style
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/6) -- Ditto on MDF bending when you cut that front pocket. For doors bigger than 24" wide or tall, I ...

    Re: casehardened chair seat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/6) -- The wood cells that are casehardened are only the outer layers, maybe outer 20% of the ...

    Re: MDF Door- Square Corner problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/6) -- Hello All, Thanks for all the input thus far. I just wanted to give you an update. I spoke with Synt ...

    Re: Thin wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/6) -- Dan, I've got a Woodmizer band mill, and One thing I've done, is to run down the cant ...

    Re: cnc Services pricing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/6) -- Your pictures show 2d cutting and 3d cutting they are going to be different prices as the 3d will ta ...

    Re: Making mitered speaker cabinets efficiently
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/6) -- Thanks for all the responses! Alan and Bill, I've never done miter folding before, but I r ...

    Re: Turning chisels and a Happy New Year.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/6) -- Jeff, Robert Sorby are good turning tools, so you would not go wrong getting a set. I thin ...

    Re: CNC Tooling
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/6) -- Bill, Before we got our CNC back in the late 90s we used to do exactly what you are suggesting. I ev ...

    Re: Decision about CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/5) -- If you have the workload to justify the payments, it is very hard for a small shop to improve on a ...

    Re: Another feeds and speeds question
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (10/5) -- My goal has been recently shooting for .012" chip load when cutting. How many different materi ...

    Re: chatter on door edge
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/5) -- Depending upon the shape of the tool, this may be caused from the direction of cut. You may want to ...

    chatter on door edge
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/5) -- I'm cutting mdf slab doors on a Multicam 3000. The small beveled outside edge (about 3/16) is cut wi ...

    Re: CNC Machining Recessed Panel MDF Doors
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/5) -- I noticed you mentioned that your direction of cut is clockwise. You may want to try cutting in a co ...

    Which way to run the grain on tricky glue-up
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/5/24) -- I have a tricky job to fabricate, and I can't decide which way to run the grain, bot ...

    Re: Any ideas on how can I cut this?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/5) -- We do these every now and then and I found this was the best way to cut them. ...

    Re: MDF raised panels
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/5) -- I have an innova insert panel cutting head and have made interior passage doors wit ...

    Re: New Foreman in Outdated Shop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/5) -- With the right software and cnc you could be cutting Plam tops, casework and cor ...

    Re: White oak crossgrain and better cutting.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/5) -- Tearout is caused by several factors, oftentimes two factors tHat individually not an ...

    Re: CNC Software Help..
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/4/24) -- I can't speak to the abilities of more expensive and better spec'd software. Cabinet Parts Pro wi ...

    Re: Compression router bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/4/23) -- By "kerf" do you mean you are cutting 1/4" wide slots in the panels? If so then wh ...

    Re: Pullout cutting boards on a frameless job
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/4) -- I use a cutting board slide from KV (I think) installs into the line drill holes. I short ...

    Re: Solid wood cutting.
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    Re: RE: Cutting Cants out of the Logs
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    Re: Tabs vs. onion skinning
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    Re: Roller hold downs
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    Re: Dovetail machines
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    Re: Boring patterns-Line and Construction
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    Re: Fusion 360 Pros and Cons
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    Re: White oak crossgrain and better cutting.
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    Re: On finished floor or subfloor?
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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/27) -- Mike, We mostly do pod hold down on our CNC so don't do much spoil board work. As such we have 4 se ...

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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
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    Re: Labelling
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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/27) -- stay down cutting is in both V8 and V9 of CV and you will find the settings in the s2m center under ...

    Re: Wide Band Mill
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    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- May be time to swap your blade. You know your mill but my small manual mill will run ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- I roll all logs a lot regardless. In my experience even with the best logs there is a ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- I hear you on that Mark,nothing worse then a miscut. I got a miscut a while back,and ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- Before this mill I had a mill that would cut 30'' logs. The problem was you had to ha ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- Ive never seen a set of dogs that could hold back a log that wants to move. By qualit ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- Hi Mark, it was my first time using the power feed,and on wide boards that are 2 or 3 ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- I'm not sure what you mean by '' highest quality material''.The lumber I sale to the ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- Can pass 30"+ through the head. Sawing those big logs isn't any fun for me thoug ...

    Re: Video of my 12 volt dual feed cutting a Black Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- here is a picture of a 28'' log i had on my first mill that the max log size was 30'' ...

    Re: CNC drill through HPL
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    Re: making 6x6 fence posts
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    Re: Technical advice for an arc cut of large radius
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    Re: Improving Information Flow
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (5/27) -- "He has recently purchased a cabinet design software but not found the tim ...

    Re: choppy cuts, band saw
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    Re: cutting corrugated aluminum
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    Re: cutting corrugated aluminum
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- An O flute Spiral upcut would be the way to go or a straight flute O Flute will work also. I recomm ...

    Re: cutting corrugated aluminum
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- is it Alucobond like in the video below? If so call Vortex,Onsrud etc.. It is quite popular materia ...

    Re: cutting corrugated aluminum
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/27) -- You did not mention thickness. I cut plastic with aluminum skins frequently with a single O flute t ...

    Re: Starting a new company, what's most important?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (4/27) -- Hey Larry, it definitely sounds unusual I'll grant you that. There are two poin ...

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    Re: frameless inset cabinets
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/27) -- Used this method of construction to build cabinets with a beading surrounding the cabs th ...

    Re: Crown molding
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    Re: Door & Window Cladding
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    Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials.
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    Re: Loading and Unloading CNC Router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- Chris, let me see if I can answer your questions. 1, The Router is our current bottleneck. I need t ...

    Re: Loading and Unloading CNC Router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- Hi Rob, I usually do not comment here, I am a machinery salesman.... HAHA This subject is interesti ...

    Re: Cabinet Pro software?
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/27) -- I think we paid about 15k with training at the show last year, we just did a very large platform wi ...

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    Re: SS countertop software / Andi Stratos
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/27) -- Call Ross Goble at DES in North Carolina. My competition that uses auto cad, alpha cam does fine. I ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CAD Forum (1/27) -- JM what about optimize drill head? what about labeling? what about optimize the cutting order to av ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/26) -- I have had to get my blade guides squared up on a lathe and a bit taken off the fron ...

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    Re: thick bar tops
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    Re: truing an import slr
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    Re: truing an import slr
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    Re: Insert rabbeting cutter
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    Re: Insert rabbeting cutter
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    Re: Balanced tooling in insert planer heads
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    Re: Countertop finish
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    Re: Time Per 3/4 ply sheet on CNC
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    Re: Shop layout help
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    Re: Steam Bending 2" thick walnut
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    Re: Rubber gasket
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    Re: Mitred Boxes
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    Re: Long drill bits
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/26) -- How thick is the material and what type of equipment do you have to cut it? I have cut aluminum wit ...

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    Re: CNC cutting Aluminum panel Materials.
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (2/26) -- Hey I just looked at your web address now, I'm just down the river from you in Ottawa. On ...

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    Re: Stone countertop cutting
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    Re: Production box miter cutting
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    Re: Production box miter cutting
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    Re: Determining Vacuum Holddown
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (8/17) -- All above is correct. However you might try one more time using a mask over the plywood surface whe ...

    Re: Fine Lettering Advice
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    Re: Definition of an Ellipse?
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    Re: Definition of an Ellipse?
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    Re: How bad is that bit
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    Re: How bad is that bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/17) -- Gerry, What size parts are you cutting and what are your feeds and speeds? We have different carbid ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17/23) -- I have no experience running a heavy cnc such as the SCM but I can tell you that there is no way ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17/23) -- I don't think either is a great choice. The SCM is probably a heavy iron machine with a lot of u ...

    Re: cnc router purchase
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (5/17/23) -- What are you planning to do with it? I disagree with BH Davis - I love old heavy iron. If you lo ...

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    Re: Solid wood nesting tooling
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    Re: Powered Respirators
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17) -- How many CFM a pump can move only matters as your leakage approaches the point where the work will ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/17) -- UPDATE: Thanks a ton for everyone's input. I ended talking with Dan from Connecticut Tool who sugge ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (3/17/22) -- 35 year Millwork veteran running everything from Diehl push feeds (square heads ...

    Re: Panel saw blades
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    Re: Stain issues
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/17) -- You use a wood that's prone to blotching. That's ok, but you have to introduce a step to cont ...

    Re: Krystal over resistant ?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/17) -- Sounds like Richard is having the same problems. I was faced with the same situation before. ...

    Re: resource for basic shaper speed/feed info?
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    Re: How old is your CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/17) -- Hmm.. I guess I win.. 1977 Porter Little Guy. It was bought used in 90's .small table we use it mai ...

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    Re: Beam saw vs flat table
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (2/17) -- and what about the cutting yield how can a router with a 1.2 cm bit go vs a 4 mm blade ?? ...

    Re: P2-10
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (2/17) -- I use it for a whole host of things. One of them is gluing sub counters in the shop. I can ea ...

    Re: Metal Detector For Staples!
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    Re: dye concentrates
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/17) -- Call your local reps hub/commercial facility and tell them your rep aint cutting it.... he sh ...

    Re: desparately need a resaw solution
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (2/17) -- I'm going to go another direction and say your blade is dull already. If your usin ...

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    Re: Altendorf choice dilemma
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/17) -- I'd go for the F45. Less money and will do the job nicely. In the long run a manua ...

    Re: Bonus incentive scheme
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (1/17) -- That 's what I was thinking when I saw it. It actually was from a granite shop ...

    Re: Titebond 2 is NOT water resistant as claimed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (1/17) -- I guess cursing is fun unless it's directed at you when you're trying to help. So this f*ck i ...

    Re: Fiber Tear Out
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/17) -- We had the same problem but have found that conventional cutting with a 3/8 3 flute tool gives us a ...

    Re: Vertical cnc
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/16/22) -- No experience with vertical machining centers. Almost 30 years in closet business and cnc manuf ...

    Re: Unconventional customers
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/16) -- Thanks Arto, How do you brand yourself on Google? We have tried to cover every tag we can think of ...

    Re: MDF raised panels on a nested router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/16) -- We have started routing our own paint grade doors out of 1 piece HDF. (Best move we've made on in ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/16) -- I'm looking for advice from experienced users on vacuum. I'm new, and setting up my first vacuum t ...

    Re: Determining Vacuum Holddown
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/16) -- The foam works well sort of. I have tried it with melamine and found it to be unsuitable. The idea ...

    Re: How to make these without warping
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (11/16) -- Sorta. It was basically a subframe for a stainless countertop a buddy was making. It was ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/16) -- I have an axyz 6010 CNC currently with two spindles and a very old control, amc. I have a job comi ...

    Re: Sketchup to Xilog Maestro
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    Re: Determining Vacuum Holddown
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (11/16) -- As much as you can afford and it's never enough. I started with a 10HP regen blower. Did OK, but w ...

    Re: Lock dado captured backs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/16/23) -- Yes, it requires flips, but the jobber that is doing it, and they've done it for me a ...

    Re: Stacking finished 4 x 8 panels
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/16/22) -- I'd agree with shipping them on edge. Even with some curing time with the weight of a stac ...

    Re: V-Groove Cutter on CNC for Solid Surface?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (9/16) -- I have found that the geometry of the insert that I have is actually cutting as the angle at the ti ...

    Re: small gang rips or multi-blade moulders?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (9/16) -- Woodmaster was one of my first thoughts as well, but when I spoke with them on the ...

    Re: Buying custom cabinet shop: a good idea?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/16) -- I do custom work, truly. So if you are looking for custom designs, I can tell y ...

    Re: Flipping Sheet Material
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/16) -- While the cnc is running we ask the operator to prep his next job, but 10 minutes is not ...

    Re: HPL on an edgebander
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (9/16) -- Or the trim blades could be installed so the cutting is done with the front of the tooth, ...

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    Re: what Blade RPM
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/16/23) -- I did and have some info but still not answered, emails back and forth. Im looking to ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (8/16) -- We've been doing this by cutting spacers of scrap, setting slide on top, then using the s ...

    Re: Moving Machinery
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    Re: yield loss
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    Re: Cnc router bits heating
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    Re: How bad is that bit
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/16) -- I can do the same thing by running the cutting edge over my fingernail. ...

    Re: cutting 1 inch material
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (7/16) -- Try 3 flute compression, 2 passes equal depth 16000-18000rpm at 1200ipm. ...

    Re: Production box miter cutting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- Guillotine. Foot operated, often used for clean, very accurate miters for picture frames ...

    Re: Production box miter cutting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- Thanks for the replies - the miter fold machine looks great but I have limited space and ...

    Re: Production box miter cutting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (7/16) -- A well tuned radial armsaw with an appropriate blade and a stop would make short work of ...

    Re: Live edge joinery question
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    Re: Coffered ceilings...
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    Re: Biesse general questions
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    Re: Using cordless drill for SQUARE MORTISING?
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    Re: Setting 5/16 biy for cnc
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    Re: CNC Clamping
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (6/16) -- What is the size of the parts you are grooving? Are you using the saw or a router? Are you cutting ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
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    Re: Keeping Butcher Block Style Tops FLAT & SMOOTH Over Time??
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    Re: Shaper cutter for face frame material
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/16) -- We use a set up by Wynmatic it provides an outboard fence, spring loaded fence to replace ...

    Re: Shaper opinions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/16) -- First off, I really do appreciate everybody who took the time to offer their guidance and ...

    Re: Clients going to competition
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    Re: What does your shop use for crosscutting face frame stock?
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    Re: beam saw + point to point vs. nested CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/16) -- Unless you're very high volume, a flat table makes more sense to me. A tablesaw will cut faster, bu ...

    beam saw + point to point vs. nested CNC
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    Re: beam saw + point to point vs. nested CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (4/16) -- A good CNC will process about 35 sheets in a 8 hr. day. which is app. 35 cabinets. cut bored and da ...

    Re: Domino df 700
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    Re: Shaper Set Up to Cut Wide Channel - Is This OK?
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    Re: Millwork Drawing Interpretation
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/16) -- We do both residential and commercial and commercial is a lot easier once you get the han ...

    Re: Should I consider CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/16) -- There is no way that anyone can cut and completely process a sheet as fast as a good CNC. You might ...

    Re: Should I consider CNC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (3/16) -- This is great info everyone! Thank you for the input. I used to do a little programming work in sch ...

    Re: Suggestions on handling euro sized sheets
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/16) -- Our shop is 3600 sqft and couldn’t live without the forklift, we bought a 6’ extension fo ...

    Re: 2D drawings are replaced by 3D models?
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    Re: Conversion varnish and linseed oil
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/16) -- You refer to it as being a wash-coat, so I will assume your cutting the linseed Oil. I don't ...

    Re: Coping saw teeth direction
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/16) -- I've got roughly the same training and experience as ML and- The teet ...

    Re: Coping saw teeth direction
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinet and Millwork Installation Forum (3/16) -- If you think about it for a minute you will conclude the teeth should ...

    Re: HPL Chipping
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    Re: Solid wood cutting.
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    MDF Doors on CNC
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    Re: Plywood quality
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    Re: Macasser ebony
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/16) -- Thanks Doug. I'm leaning toward ordering a small chunk to try it out. AS far as flush ...

    Re: 400w to t5 light replacement
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (2/16) -- Hopefully the local electric utility folks will be able to assist in a design. ...

    Re: Goliath CNC router
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    Re: I must be a total duh!
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (1/16) -- Im not so sure of that. I have had a few 35 year olds.. one of which raves about having done spread ...

    Re: Resawing Questions
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    Re: Hoffman Dovetail Keys For Moulding
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    Re: Dovetail machines
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (12/15) -- I guess my question to you would be how many drawers are you planning on building every ...

    Re: MDF raised panels on a nested router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/15) -- Nearly any nesting router with accompanying software can do this. The rub is how you value the TIM ...

    Re: MDF raised panels on a nested router
    A message posted at WOODWEB's CNC Forum (12/15) -- It will be interesting to see what others have to suggest on this but it seems to me that a single ...

    Re: wood chip denting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (11/15) -- Missing or damaged baffles or chip deflectors can cause this problem. On some mac ...

    Re: Which CAD software is best for furniture designing and visualizing?
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    Re: questions about ash
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/15) -- Similar to Paul's response, not much in the way of surprises in that it pretty much w ...

    Re: questions about ash
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/15) -- You shouldnt see any holes from the EAB anyway. They live just under the bark and the ...

    Re: Custom shaper Knives Protruding Slightly Above Head
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (10/15) -- Pete D: I did not show it or draw to scale, but the knife protrusion beyond the h ...

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    Re: Import 3/4 pre finished birch on CNC?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (10/15) -- No Chinese stuff goes on my table. That being said, I have had good luck compensating fo ...

    Import 3/4 pre finished birch on CNC?
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    Re: Yield projection of walnut logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/15/22) -- You are never going to get 250bd ft out of Walnut unless your steaming and selling ...

    Re: How do you compete with smaller shops?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Business and Management Forum (9/15) -- Kilgore, We obviously don't know Brett's market. High end in the NE is a 2 mill ...

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