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January/February 2010
Issue No. 210




On the Cover: Two classic Shaker tables



Features
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SHAKER CLASSIC, TWO WAYS
by Christian Becksvoort
Change the legs to change the look
 30
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ONLINE EXTRA
Turn a Shaker Leg
FOOLPROOF RECIPES FOR THREE FAVORITE FINISHES
by Peter Gedrys
 Dyes and gel stains work better together
 38
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TENON SHOOTOUT
Tablesawn or hand-cut? Two experts go mano a mano to champion their favorite techniques
 42
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ONLINE EXTRA
Watch the live event on January 21 at 1:30 p.m. EST
TWO FAST WAYS TO BUILD A BOX
by Bill Nyberg
Think out of the box to simplify a rabbeted lid
 48
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MAKE YOUR OWN BANDSAW FENCE
by Patrick Sullivan
Smooth-sliding fence lets you rip and resaw with precision
 54
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A BETTER WAY TO BUILD WALL CABINETS
by Garrett Hack
Sliding dovetails and an unorthodox face frame make the case stronger, better looking, and easier to build
 58
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ONLINE EXTRA
Video Workshop: Build a Small Tool Cabinet
TOOL TEST: EVERYONE NEEDS A MOISTURE METER
by Roland Johnson
New meters are precise and cheaper than ever, leaving you no excuse
 64
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ONLINE EXTRAS
Pin-type Moisture Meters for Under $200
Download a printable Equilibrium Moisture Content Chart
CURVED PANELS MADE EASY
by Michael Fortune
With a vacuum press and seven tricks, beautiful panels are in the bag
 69
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CONTRIBUTORS
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LETTERS
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METHODS OF WORK
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Multiuse joinery jig for the tablesaw (with an animated display)Subscribers
Dovetail hold-down guides chisel Subscribers
Quick tip: Shop labels from magnetic sheets Subscribers
Easy-mount featherboard for tablesaws Subscribers
Bottle-cap clamp pads Subscribers
Quick tip: Sawdust makes a good hand cleaner for an oil finish Subscribers
TOOLS & MATERIALS
 20
Makita 10-in. slider: large capacity in a small footprint
Budget-priced spray system
High-quality stainless-steel hardware
Downdraft panels clear the air
Richline mortiser excels at repetitive work

FUNDAMENTALS
 24
Creating an attractive tabletop, part 3 Subscribers
READERS GALLERY
 76
The Krenov legacy
ONLINE EXTRAS
Interview with James Krenov
More work by Krenov students
Q & A
 82
Strong joints for thin legs Subscribers
Which glues work in cold temperatures? Subscribers
Best finish for bathroom furniture Subscribers
When is veneer too thick? Subscribers
How to sharpen a molding plane Subscribers
MASTER CLASS
 86
Carve a shell on a cabriole leg Subscribers
ADVERTISER INDEX
 95
Online index to our advertisers
FINISH LINE
 96
Bleach mahogany for a unique look

HOW THEY DID IT
 98
Carvings cap an impressive chest Subscribers
BACK COVER
Sea chest
ONLINE EXTRA
Pro Portfolio: Doug Mooberry

Tools & Shops, Winter 2009/2010
 January/February 2010
Issue No. 210




On the Cover:
Two classic Shaker tables