Woodsmith

Woodsmith No. 142

Features

Outdoor Project

6 / Patio Table

This table will become the focal point of any patio or deck. Its round top and sturdy base are the perfect combination of grace and strength. And with our step-by-step instructions, its construction won’t throw you any curves.

Outdoor Project

14 / Wrap-Around Benches

Designed to complement the table, these benches have their own challenge — working with odd angles. But don’t worry. There are lots of tips and simple jigs to make building them straightforward.

Woodworking Technique

22 / Mortise & Tenon Solutions

Here are our favorite shop-tested solutions for making mortise and tenon joints — plus a few shortcuts that will let you cut them faster, easier, and a little more accurately.

Weekend Project

26 / Tray Table

There’s nothing tricky about this small side table, but there’s more here than first meets the eye. With a handle opening on each end, the top conveniently lifts of the base to become a serving tray.

Storage Project

30 / Wall Storage System

Want to maximize every inch of your shop or garage? Here’s a unique, low-profile system that is easy to rearrange (or add on to later). And you can have it built in almost no time.

Talking Shop

34 / Outdoor Finishes

Here’s a quick look at two popular outdoor finishes: exterior polyurethanes and penetrating oils. Learn how to decide which finish is right for your next outdoor project.

Departments

4 / Tips & Techniques

20 / Shop Notes

Last Look

36 / Final Details