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A Distressed Milk Paint Finish
…a fussier and much more demanding “formal” finish. And on the right project, like the box-jointed pine tray from Woodsmith No. 183 shown here, the result might be good… on the corners, sharp edges and other likely spots. 46 { Next, use your “distressing” tools to add to the history with dings, dents, and scratches. Woodsmith { A coat of red…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 184
August 2009
Carving Berry and Rod Molding
…to pick up a carving tool. THE TOOLS. Carving berry and rod molding only requires two carving tools — a gouge and a skew chisel…This makes it much easier to form nicely rounded berries and rods. < The tool kit for carving berry and rod molding is pretty basic …and rod molding is shown in the How-To box below. The first step is to rout a bead on the …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 184
August 2009
Tips & Techniques
…, and at additional offices. Postmaster: Send change of address to Woodsmith, Box 37112, Boone, IA 50037-2112. !/2" PVC coupling @&/32"- dia. hole BASE (2!/4"x 5"-#/4"ply.) !/2" x 4" PVC …SHELF (16"-dia. disk) 2"-dia. shallow holes serve as nests for tools LOWER SHELF (16"-dia. disk) 6 #/4"-dia. through holes hold smaller accessories 6 RING (…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 185
October 2009
23-Gauge Pin Nailers
… handy features you’ll find on different pin nailers are shown in the box below. THE PINS. Like brads, different brands of pins are pretty much interchangeable. …profiles will be virtually invisible. Admittedly, a pin nailer wouldn’t make my list of everyday tools. But I sure like knowing it’s in the cabinet when I need it. W Pin Nailer Features…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 191
October 2010
Wall Mounted Chisel Rack
… a great addition to your shop. I’m sure you’ll agree that taking care of your fine tools is time well spent. No. 192 a. FIRST: Cut grooves into extra-wide rail and stile… corbels. Use the fullsized pattern in the right margin to lay out the shape. The box below walks you through the process of cutting them to final shape. A sanding drum makes…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 192
December 2010
Digital Angle Gauges
… be difficult to use when setting up tools. Fortunately, there’s a 21st century tool that should find a home in just about every… the market. I also looked at the 12 Beall Tool Company’s Tilt Box and the Angle Cube from iGaging. You can…gauge. aluminum arms You’re not limited to for tool setups tool setups either. You can take the protractor …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 193
February 2011
Marking Gauge
…blank Woodsmith { This rosewood marking gauge might become one of your most-used tools for laying out mortises, tenons, and a variety of other joinery. Materials & Supplies A Beam (1) B Fence… !/8" straight bit to rout the shallow, centered groove for the brass wear strip (box below) FIFTH: Use chisel to complete the through mortise for blade and …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 194
April 2011
Tips & Techniques
…at additional offices. Postmaster: Send change of address to Woodsmith, Box 37106, Boone, IA 50037-0106. STEP TWO Handy Tool Storage Single hooks on a pegboard take up too much… for my extensive collection of screwdrivers and other small hand tools. A compact solution for storing a lot of tools is a section of ammunition belt, like the one you see…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 195
June 2011
Tips & Techniques
… TELL US if you’ve missed an issue CUSTOMER SERVICE SUBSCRIPTIONS Customer Service P.O. Box 842 Des Moines, IA 50304-9961 subscriptions@augusthome.com Phone: 800-333-… the switch out of reach. But a ut remote control designed for workshop tools is relatively expensive. I found a e. cheaper alternative, though. I use a remote control that’s designed …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 196
August 2011
Choosing an Air Compressor
… of air. Without it, you’ll be disappointed in the tool’s performance. In addition, operating high-demand tools with a compressor that has a low CFM rating may cause the … life. Most tools have a rating tag that states the CFM needed for optimum performance of the tool. The box at left gives you a range for a common woodworking tools. Compare these …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 197
October 2011
The Versatile Fast Joint Jig
… table with the included bit, following the male template. The mating side of the box or drawer front is clamped upright against a fence and routed using the female … in a variety of patterns on workpieces of different thicknesses. That makes this a worthwhile tool for your shop. W templates are available to create these and other joints for about…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 198
December 2011
Kreg Shelf Pin Drilling Jig
… Pin Jig For professional-quality cabinets, add the new Kreg Shelf Pin Jig to your tool inventory and get level shelves every time. If you’ve ever had a project that incorporated… it doesn’t doe require a lot of effort to maste master. er. Fence WHAT’S IN THE BOX? A quick survey of the contents shows the sturdy construction we’ve come to expect from…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 199
February 2012
Big Impact Shop Mats
…, concrete can also be pretty hard on your tools. If you drop a tool on the co concrete floor, you’re …sections of floor, but still take advantage of having a few tools on wheels. These interlocking mats are available in several sizes…heavy standing and working areas with softer mats, as well (box on the opposite page). No. 201 10 { This recycled …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 201
June 2012
Biscuit Joiners
… was introduced and took the woodworking world by storm. It was a very innovative tool that offered a variety of practical uses. Just about every woodworker either eventually … as a mirror frame surfaces during Here, biscuit joinery can help you (Figure 3), or a “boxed” frame assembly on both scores — keeping the like that assembled for the base …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 203
October 2012
Accurate Circular Saw Cuts
… to be cut. Still, over the years, I have discovered some valuable woodworking uses for this tool. For example, when I need to cut down a sheet of plywood and there’s nobody around to…-CUTTING SAW. Either one of these accessories, as well as the one shown in the box below, will help you get more accurate cuts with your circular saw. As a final Saw…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 205
February 2013
Tips & Techniques
…get cluttered with tools. This pull-out rack keeps my frequently used hand tools off the benchtop but still within easy reach. RACK OVERVIEW. The rack is a plywood box with a …TOP BACK CHISEL HOLDER 17 17#/4 SIDE 21 pegboard for extra tool storage. A pair of holders inside the box accept chisels and screwdrivers. And a tray at the top corrals …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 206
April 2013
Scrapers, the Secret Weapon
…place of sanding. You’ll need to use both hands (the scrapers shown in the box below are an exception to this rule). But you can cut on either the push… and peels shavings Push grip Pull grip Ultimate Scrapers It’s hard to imagine improving upon a tool as simple as a scraper. But recently, when I heard about out the Ultimate Scrapers from Stewart…Read More
Woodsmith Issue 207
June 2013
Jointer Techniques
…jointer plus these techniques will help you get the most out of this important tool. W Straightening a Bow. Start straightening bowed stock with multiple cuts at each end. Avoid pushing…motion as before while relying on a pair of push pads for safety. And the box below shows an easy fix for another very common problem — nicked knives. CORRECTING …Read More
Woodsmith Issue 208
August 2013
Tips & Techniques
…• TELL US if you’ve missed an issue CUSTOMER SERVICE SUBSCRIPTIONS Customer Service P.O. Box 842 Des Moines, IA 50304-9961 subscriptions@augusthome.com Phone: 800-333-…from Olympia, Washington, creates a tiny task light by securing a small metal flashlight to tools with a pair of 1⁄4"-dia. rare-earth magnets. WIN THIS The Winner! Congratulations …Read More