#239–Mar/Apr 2014

Articles

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  How to Get Better Results with Polyurethane

  Combine brushing with wiped-on coats for an easy, durable sheen.
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  How to Master the Jointer

  Veteran instructor shows how to get better results and stay safe.
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  Uncommon Arts & Crafts

  Going beyond Stickley to uncover the riches of a many-faceted movement
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  Add a Gallery to Any Desk

  Universal tips for increasing storage and adding charm to any desk design.
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  How to Cut and Fit Perfect Dovetail Pins

  In the second part of this two-part article, Chris Becksvoort explains how to transfer the tail layout to the pins, cut the pins, and assemble the joint.
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  Skill Building Hand-Tool Exercises

  Practice, and you'll gain better control over your hand tools.
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  How to Prep Rough Lumber with Hand Tools

  With this bedrock skill, you can flatten any size board, freeing you from the limitations of your machines
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  Make Your Legs Stand Out with Inlaid Feet

  A touch of contrast goes a long way.
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  Clear Chips as You Rout

  Q:When routing mortises like in “A Guide to Guide Bushings” (FWW #207), I use a bit that’s the same size as the mortise, but my mortises always get packed with…
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  Prevent Staining from Clamp Pads

  Q:My clamps have plastic pads that leave stains on the wood. Will these stains affect my finish? Russel Chandler, Perham, MN A: I know just what you're talking about, and…
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  Use a Pencil to Lay Out Chamfers

  Working to a pencil line is better than using a marking gauge for nice, even chamfers.
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  Making a Splash

  No lathe is used for the creation of these droplet bowls. See how Danny Kamerath does it.
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  Splash

  Danny Kamerath crafts droplet bowls in a range of sizes and shapes.