#170–May/June 2004
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Choosing and Using Belt Sanders
These aggressive tools are unmatched at rapidly flattening panels and shaping curves
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A Spit-Shine Wax Finish
This polishing technique gives you a glass-like surface that is easy to repair.
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Fine-Tune Your Shop
Ingenious carts, tables, and storage solutions improve your work environment.
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Sliding Bevels
Prices range from dirt cheap to downright expensive, but does cost reflect value?
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Scaling Furniture from Photos
Apply the laws of perspective to create working drawings from photographs
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18-in. Bandsaws
These big machines excel at cutting thick stock and slicing veneers quickly
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Templates Guide the Way
Create elegant curves and furniture parts with router templates
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Best Practices for Drilling
Learn essential techniques for making clean accurate holes with a handheld drill.
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An Extraordinary Patina Finish
Create a unique finish using paints, gilding, mild acids, and lacquer.
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How to Prevent and Eliminate Fisheyes
With proper surface prep, you can ensure a blemish-free finish regardless of the application method.
