This fun to build floor lamp will create a beautiful atmosphere in virtually any room of your house. Customize the wood species and paper shade to your liking, as this lamp will get a lot of use for years to come.
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Don’t hesitate, reciprocate! Take this crash course on reciprocating saws before you make the plunge (or a cut).
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A pro-quality tool that has easy staple loading, quick depth drive adjustment, instant staple shooting, and negligible recoil, with the advantage of both single and bump mode firing.
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Robert Akroyd in Toronto on working in a big city, a small shop and lack of soul in much of the live-edge furniture today.
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In last week’s column I admitted I had a problem finishing projects. I heard from a few of you, and it turns out I’m not the only one with this affliction.
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Shaper Origin is an easy-to-use handheld CNC router that brings digital precision to the craft of woodworking.
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With a little planning and research someone with reasonable carpentry skills should be able to remove a load bearing wall and replace it with a beam. Regardless of the size of opening you want, the process is very similar.
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There are dozens out there, but some are crucial to have on hand, while others are in the ‘nice to have’ category. Make sure you have the following items in your shop at all times.
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The Bessey S-10 portable mini-vise clamp is ideal for holding flat, round, rectangular and odd shaped objects.
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To drill straight and true holes quickly, easily, and consistently, you’ll need a drill press. The model you choose should be based on the type of drilling you do.
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