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Table Saw Tune Up, Improving Performance and Safety

I spent a good deal of time yesterday tuning up my table saw. It was one of the better Craftsman models and even though I purchased it used, I assumed that it was in good shape and it didn’t need … Continue reading

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The Choice Of Materials for Our Beginning Project

The project we have in mind dictates a significant part of the choice of material that is used.  For example, it would be highly unlikely that we would choose an exotic hardwood to make a saw horse.  Likewise, it would … Continue reading

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Our First Woodworking Project; where do We Begin?

The next item to consider for the beginning woodworker is “what we want to build”.  Actually, this one may come before all the others.  We have already discussed woodshop safety and the selection of tools.  For some folks the project … Continue reading

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Safety Guidelines in the Beginners Woodshop

Before we proceed further I want to address safety issues in the woodworking shop. These are things that can make woodworking an enjoyable hobby. Ignoring them could make it a very painful experience or even fatal. I will address practices … Continue reading

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