Woodsmith Tips

August 8, 2013

Mortise in a Minute: How to Use a Hollow Chisel Mortiser

Cut clean, square mortises in less than a minute. Phil demonstrates how to set up a hollow chisel mortiser and use the right cutting sequence … Watch Video

How to Choose Lumber for Better-Looking Woodworking Projects

Better-looking woodworking projects start at the lumberyard. Learn how to evaluate grain, figure, color, and defects — and choose boards with the finished project in …

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Don's Favorite Joinery Technique

A table saw technique for quick and easy frames.

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How to Fix Loose Chair Joints Without Taking the Chair Apart

A loose chair joint doesn't always require taking the entire chair apart. Injectable glue lets you target the problem joint while leaving the solid joints …

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