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    #213–July/Aug 2010

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    Mudroom Built-In: Stop Clutter at the Door

    Learn the fundamentals of built-in furniture with this stylish storage unit

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    • How to Tame Squeeze-out

      Hide glue inside the joint, or send it where it's easy to handle

    • sharpening plane irons

      Get Sharp- Fast

      Lie-Nielsen's sharpening expert shares a surefire method for getting a keen edge every time

    • How to Build Solid Drawer Bottoms

      Plywood is easier, but it can leave a hollow feeling

    • Better Way to Attach Tabletops

      Dovetail cleat is strong and stylish

    • A Woodworker’s Guide to Photography

      Take great furniture photos with the camera you already own

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      How to Troubleshoot a Spray Gun

      Learn to handle the typical problems and enjoy carefree spray-finishing.

    • Stellar Training in Craftsmanship. Period.

      Boston's North Bennet Street School turns 125

    • How to Mill Lumber and Cut Parts to Size

      How to turn rough lumber into straight, flat, square furniture parts

    • How to Cut Clean Dovetail Shoulders

      Q: Matt Kenney mentioned using his marking gauge to scribe dovetail shoulders so that he could pare away a wedge to use as a reference for his chisel (“Make Your…

    • Two-Speed Bandsaws are Overkill for Woodworking

      Q: I’ve seen several woodworking bandsaws with two speeds. When should the slower speed be used and when the faster one? Dick Schamberger, Painesville, OH A: The faster speed is…

    • Can Foam Brushes Apply a Fine Finish?

      Q: In Mark Schofield’s article (“The Best Brushes,” FWW #212), I didn’t notice any reference to foam brushes. Was this an oversight or does he avoid using them? Jeff Brockton,…

    • Sliding Miter Saws Cut on the Push Stroke

      Q: When using a sliding miter saw, should I cut on the push stroke or the pull stroke? Brendan McMillan, Wheaton, IL A: Sliding miter saws are designed to cut…

    • Store Veneer Flat

      Q: I bought some veneer from an online retailer. It was sent to me rolled up in a box. Can I store it like that? Chris Landry, Cincinnati, OH A:…

    • How Veneer is Made

      Peek inside a veneer mill, then learn how to order this valuable product

    • Miter Your Dovetails

      Strong, elegant joinery allows a decorative edge

    • The Drama Unfolds

      Seth Rolland’s striking table is at once timeless because of its classic demilune form, yet playful and modern in its curved, flared slats, which are created much like the way…

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