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May 8th - Forum Discussion
Search for an Efficient Finishing System
This cabinetmaker is ready to step up the finishing
portion of his business with a system that wastes less
material between coating changeover and cleanup. Offer
your advice on the best equipment for the job.
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May 7th - Featured Advertiser
Wisconsin Knife Works
In business for over 80 years, Wisconsin Knife Works continues to be a leader in tooling and production ideas as well as precision manufacturing of woodworking cutting tools.
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May 6th - Forum Discussion
Telling a Client to Take a Hike...
Slight inconsistencies in the way a drawer or door closes
have a customer up in arms. Although it's true the
hardware may be somewhat to blame, the cabinetmaker is
ready to tell his client to take a hike... as politely as
possible.
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May 5th - Featured Advertiser
Williams & Hussey
Having more than 50 years in the business, Williams & Hussey provides high quality molders, accessories, molding knives and replacement parts, with an excellent reputation based on customer satisfaction.
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May 3rd - Announcement
Featured Shop
What keeps a cabinet shop cozy in central Maine? View the
images to find out, and take a virtual tour of Reynolds
Custom Woodworks.
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April 30th - Featured Advertiser
Western Dovetail
Committed to maintaining tradition in the modern industry, Western Dovetail offers high-quality, custom-made dovetailed drawer boxes for cabinetmakers and woodworkers nationwide.
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April 29th - Knowledge Base Article
High Gloss White Paint on MDF
Two worlds collide when a pair of high gloss finishes are compared: off-the-gun and buffed-out. A perfect smooth and shiny surface is sought for a white MDF kitchen.
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April 28th - Featured Advertiser
Weinig Group USA
A leader in the manufacture of moulders, planers, profile and straight knife grinders, Weinig Group USA focuses on products for the solid wood industry.
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April 26th - Announcement
Featured Sawmill
Take a look at these photos to see how Richard Mills lives up to his name... His portable Wood-Mizer and Nyle kiln are the major components in his sawing and drying operation in Flat Rock, MI.
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April 24th - Knowledge Base Article
Accuracy of Different Log Scales
With three different major log scales producing three vastly different estimates, what's a log buyer (or seller) to do? This article on Doyle, Scribner, and International scales will make things a little clearer (than mud).
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April 23rd - Featured Advertiser
WEIMA America
Offering a diverse line of shredding and grinding equipment for the wood industry, WEIMA America provides products ranging from standard machines to custom solutions for any size reduction requirements.
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April 22nd - Knowledge Base Article
Exterior Wood Door Finishes
In the battle between the elements and exterior coatings, pro finishers agree that Mother Nature comes out on top, eventually. But that doesn't mean entry doors can't look great long term - it just means a superior coating must be
used, and regularly maintained...
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April 21st - Featured Advertiser
WalzCraft
A leader in the cabinet component industry in North America, WalzCraft manufactures custom cabinet doors, drawer boxes, moldings and many other cabinet components and accessories.
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April 19th - Announcement
Featured Shop
First Cut Custom Woodworks is a door and window manufacturer in New York state. Get a virtual tour of their 4000 square feet of space, from spray booth to machine area to work tables. Don't stumble over the employee of the month, who just *might* be snoozing on the job...
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April 17th - Forum Discussion
Blotch-Free Stain on Maple
Maintaining maple's lovely clear complexion while changing its color through staining is proving to be problematic for one finisher. Help him achieve a blotch-free surface.
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April 16th - Featured Advertiser
Wagner Electronic Products
A world leader in moisture sensing and moisture management solutions, Wagner Electronics has helped thousands of customers improve profits and eliminate moisture related problems for over 40 years.
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April 15th - Forum Discussion
Book Matching and Center Balancing
An architect's specs spark an investigation into the finer points of book matching and center balancing at the Architectural Woodworking Forum. Add your ideas.
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April 14th - Featured Advertiser
Wadkin Tooling
Providing quality products backed by a century of experience, Wadkin Tooling offers a wide range of tooling, tool room equipment and accessories for moulders and grinders.
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April 12th - Announcement
Industry News
Safety Speed Cut is pleased to announce the latest
addition to their vertical panel saw family. The new C5
vertical panel saw is a compact version of their larger
panel saw models. The C5 measures 5 ft. in length with the
ability to crosscut up to 64" and rip cut up to 96".
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April 10th - Knowledge Base Article
Japanese-Style Black Finish with Red Undertones
A revealing Japanese red-and-black finish is all the rage
these days. These finishers can't seem to agree on the
spelling of this special effect's name, or on the best way
to achieve it... But the variety of finishing schedules
discussed will definitely get you started.
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April 9th - Featured Advertiser
W. L. Fuller
With over 60 years experience in the industry, W. L. Fuller manufactures countersinks, counterbores, plug cutters, taper point drills, brad point drills and step drills.
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April 8th - Announcement
Featured Shop
Thomas Fugate's one-man shop in Williamsburg, VA
specializes in 19th and early 20th century American
furniture. With just 600 square feet of space,
organization is key.
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April 7th - Featured Advertiser
W. Moore Profiles
A supplier of knives and cutters to the woodworking industry, W. Moore Profiles offers standard knives, ready-to-ship, as well as custom ground knives, available on request, and much more.
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April 5th - Knowledge Base Article
One-Man Installation Setup
Installs should not be tool-scattering, time-wasting,
profit-blowing exercises in frustration... This article on
keeping tools and equipment in order - from shop to job
site - aims to prevent profit loss in the final stage of
the project.
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April 3rd - Knowledge Base Article
Storing Moulding Stock
With multiple styles and species of moulding profiles to
keep in stock, this already well-organized shop seeks to
develop an even slicker storage system. Vertical and
horizontal options are reviewed here.
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April 2nd - Featured Advertiser
VyTek
Manufacturing laser systems for a wide variety of applications, VyTek's quality computer controlled precision equipment enhances production and simplifies workflow.
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April 1st - Knowledge Base Article
Health Benefit Solutions
The cost of health insurance is a hot topic these days. Monthly rates are skyrocketing to the point that companies can no longer afford to cover their employees. Shop owners share their tribulations - and their solutions - to this problem.
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March 31st - Featured Advertiser
Stairguy Stairbuilding Videos
A product line dedicated to the stairbuilding industry, Stairguy Stairbuilding Videos are a collection of videos designed to increase productivity and quality of workmanship, and decrease errors and expenses.
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March 29th - Announcement
Featured Sawmill
H&W Custom Cut Lumber runs a LumberMate 2000 in Waxhaw, NC. See the mill being put to work.
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March 28th - Featured Advertiser
Vortex Tool Company
A diversified source of quality cutting tools and related services, Vortex Tool Company also prides itself on its technical support, customer service and prompt delivery.
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March 27th - Forum Discussion
Face Frames and Applied Ends
Issues of alignment are under review at the Cabinetry Forum. Face frames and applied ends are at the center of the discussion.
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