#145–Nov/Dec 2000
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Drum Sanders for the Small Shop
A review of seven thickness sanders priced from $500 to $2,500
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A Primer on Sealers
How and why you can benefit from these often misunderstood products used under clear finishes
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A Round Kitchen Classic
Learn the basics of bent lamination as you build this cherry table
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Dust-proof Your Contractor's Saw
A shopmade plywood back plate and simple undermount box collect dust at the source
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Japanese Planes Demystified
Tuning up a new wooden plane teaches you how to maintain the tool for life
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Prevent Injury to Your Hands, Wrists and Forearms
Strategies to keep you in the shop and out of the doctor's office
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Keeping Plank Doors Flat
Five solutions, from standard to stylish
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From Rough to Ready
A one-man system for preparing more stock in less time
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How to Avoid Planer Snipe on Short Stock
Learn how to avoid snipe when planing short stock by lengthening your wood.
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Choosing The Right Wood for Chairs and Other Furniture
Fashion is a poor reason for selecting a wood, but strength, stability, appearance, workability, availability, price, and dimensions are more important factors.
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Removing and Preventing Rust on Machinery
Scour a cast-iron surface, then protect it from dampness