33 – Five common hinges for furniture making
Rob Brown discusses the five most common types of hinges used in furniture making.
Rob Brown discusses the five most common types of hinges used in furniture making.
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One of the most daunting woodworking shop tasks is ripping stock or parts on a table saw. Especially when the stuff is small and/or close to the rip fence. This simple jig will calm your mind, give you confidence and allow you to better control the workpiece while making ripping operations.
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Compact drill/drivers provide ample power for most day-to-day drilling and screwing tasks, making them ideal for DIYers, hobbyist woodworker, furniture makers, and trades people who primarily drill smaller diameter holes (under 1"), sink shorter screws (under 2-1/2"), and tighten smaller nuts and bolts.
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