#183–Mar/April 2006

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Keeping Tabletops Flat

Three ways to keep a top from cupping while letting it move with the seasons

Portable Dust Collectors

Affordable and mobile, 1 1/2 hp machines can do the job if you follow two simple rules
Beading a Drawer

Applied molding disguises gaps, adds a sophisticated look
Maintaining a Finish

Despite a wide range of products, a simple waxing is best
Durable Outdoor Table

Ipe table will seat six and weather many seasons
Dovetail Saws

To cut dovetails by hand, you need a fast-cutting saw that's easy to control
Smart, Stylish Cutting Boards

Consider the cargo when orienting the grain and shaping the board.
Shopmade Planer Table

Low-cost, adjustable table prevents snipe
Furniture for Your Next TV

Flat-panel screens and shallow boxes offer new design possibilities