08 – What is a board foot
Rob Brown explains how hard and soft wood is measured at the lumberyard.
Rob Brown explains how hard and soft wood is measured at the lumberyard.
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Rob's blog: I have the power!
We all have our favourite parts of woodworking. My favourite thing to do might be adding texture to wood. Right behind that is power carving.
Project: This is a push-over
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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How to: Designing and Building the Lounge Chair No. 3
Through passion, determination and preparation, Nova Scotia designer / maker Jonathan Otter built this award-winning lounge chair. Learn about the process he went through to complete this piece.
Know your tools: Shoulder planes
An unsung hero of a hand tool woodworker's kit, the shoulder plane can be used by every woodworker for a multitude of tasks. Although it's great for fine-tuning tenon fit, it's not a one-trick pony.
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39 – Top 3 shop-made push sticks
24 – Protecting your work-in-progress
