#194–Nov/Dec 2007

Articles

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  Get Serious About Clamping

  Learn the science behind clamping, for perfect glue-ups
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  Quick, Sturdy Bookcase

  Learn to taper sliding dovetails for an easier glue-up
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  Three Federal Legs

  Power tools speed the process, banding adds style
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  Furniture Kids Will Love

  Follow your imagination but don't lose sight of safety
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  Spray-Gun Choices

  A fast, flawless, finish costs less than you think
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  Make a Simple Spray Booth

  Inexpensive foldaway booth lets you safely spray indoors.
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  A Modern Bench

  This Scandinavian-inspired bench features straightforward joints, graceful curves, and a woven cord seat.
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  Using Hand Screws

  Time-honored tool is still first choice for a variety of shop tasks
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  A Quick Course in SketchUp

  This powerful 3D drawing program is easy to use-and it's free
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  What's the Difference: White Oak vs. Red Oak

  Two varieties differ in pore size, leaf shape, and clearly wood color
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  Handheld Routing

  Gary Rogowski shares tips on cutting edge profiles and curves, and techniques and jigs for straight cuts.
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  Carve a Rosette

  Learn essential carving skills with this classic ornament
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  Water-Based Finishes

  Know the science and make smarter choices
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  Sweeping Curves

  The simple, elegant lines of Adrian Ferrazzutti’s modern chair belie complex construction requiring an array of planing and belt-sanding jigs
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  Manufacturers Unveil New Tools in Las Vegas

  Find out which products snagged our attention at the 2007 AWFS Fair
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  Great Brushes for Shellac, Lacquer, and Varnish

  Gramercy Tools’ new ox-hair brushes lay down smooth, even coats
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  Clean-Cut Dovetails

  Q: I’m a novice at cutting dovetails and can get them only to the point of a rough fit. My problem is in cutting away the waste between both the…
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  Lumber Rack on Wheels

  Q: Is it possible to get further details about the sheet-goods rack shown in “Choosing and Using Casters” (FWW #190, pp. 76-81)? The article shows how to make the platform…
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  More on Shop Noise

  Learn how to determine the noise level of two shop machines running together.
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  The Clearest Finish

  Q: I want to keep my spalted maple looking as natural and non-yellow as possible. What finish should I use? Anna Thornton, Brookline, MA A: Maple has a tendency to…

Online Extras

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  The Essential Handplanes

  Philip C. Lowe discusses the must-have planes for any shop.
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  Weaving a Danish Cord Seat: Wrapping Front to Back

  The first steps in weaving a Danish cord seat happen before you glue up the project.
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  Finish Recipe: Spraying Lacquer

  This quick and durable finish is a perfect fit for an everyday bookcase
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  Burnishing a Card Scraper

  A step-by-step guide to tuning and sharpening this versatile smoothing tool.
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  Tips and Techniques for Using a Card Scraper

  Bob Van Dyke shares smart techniques for using this versatile smoothing tool in combination with fine sandpaper.
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  Bob Van Dyke Shop Tip: Use Epoxy to Fill Voids in Wood

  Combine a 5-minute epoxy and black pigment to make a natural-looking filler
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  Expert Lesson: Drill Bits

  A complete overview on choosing the right drill bit and drilling accurate holes