Random-orbit sanders are not as foolproof as they seem
You can do it all on the tablesaw
A smart approach to the joinery makes it an easier build
New breed of affordable machines lets you do more in less space
For 55 years, the amazing Jere Osgood has blended modesty and mastery
There is no faster or easier method
Four types are all you need
Get your chisels and planes as sharp as the pros', guaranteed
Learn how to use a honing guide and get your chisels and planes super-sharp with greater ease
Q: I’m making a chair, and the front is wider than the back. The side rails and legs are joined with mortise-and-tenons. Should I use angled mortises with straight tenons,…
Q: I’ve just bought a compressor. Is it OK to leave the tank under pressure between uses? Declan Langdale, Macclenny, FL A: I spoke with Dough Schlefke, the National Service…
Q: I’ve heard that sizing a miter joint before glue-up strengthens the joint. Is that true, and how should I apply it? Jo Jetsy, Mount Sinai, NY A: Glue sizing…
Q: The cast-iron wings on my new tablesaw are not level with the table in the center. At the far edges, they are about 0.015 in. higher. Will that difference…
Create a 3-D effect for a stunning result
Learn how Jere Osgood deals with the construction challenges in his Wave table.
Jere Osgood's sycamore table, made for a house by the ocean, embodies his love of the seashore.
Learn how to cut attractive V-groove dadoes for your finest boxes. Plus, a super-simple shellac-based finish.
Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of jointer/planer combination machines
