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Crouching to operate my compressor’s drain valve was no big deal until my football-ravaged knees started acting up. To keep from grimacing in the sawdust, I devised a more civilized...

I got tired of jury-rigging extra light for finishing, so I built this light stand from a 4‘ length of 2“ x 2“ and 1/4“ plywood. The 6“ x 17“...

My workbench is beautiful and I want to keep it that way, so I cover the top with builder’s paper whenever I’m gluing or staining. But the heavy roll was...

It’s time for another episode of the ShopNotes Podcast with host Phil Huber and the usual cast of suspects, Logan and John talking about when drawers go wrong, shop upgrades,...

On this week’s episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, host, Phil Huber, along with Logan and John discuss all things woodworking. Plus, Logan has come to the end of the saga...

When working with green wood, it’s essential to prep it correctly in order to prevent cracking or splitting. Especially when you’re working with exotic lumber, you don’t want to [...]

Three men and a broom are no match for a marsupial and his pile of lumber. There are several fundamental requirements to be a woodworker. One needs the proper tools,...

On this week’s episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, Phil and John take some listener feedback and ponder the question: “When is it time to get rid of a tool?” Find...

Tool: Mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter Shop Now  Manufacturer: Lignomat MSRP: $125 Knowing the moisture content of your wood before using it is important. If your lumber has been sitting...

We’ve pulled together some router tips that will help you move beyond the roundover and make the most of this versatile tool.

On this week’s episode of the ShopNote’s Podcast, Logan, John, and Phil are back in the studio taking on listener questions and comments, and discussing updates on Logan’s travels and...

Every woodworker I know uses water-borne polyurethane. Of all the ways I’ve seen to get a silk-smooth finish, abrasive, steel-wool substitute pads are by far the best. The coarseness of...