Find the tips, tricks, and techniques for your woodworking shop from wood preparation to finished cabinetry with doors and drawers. You'll also learn about joinery, measuring, and wood finishes.

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Dec 17, 2024 · Joinery makes or breaks a project. Joinery makes or breaks a project. Generally, the more difficult the joint, the stronger it is. That's why woodworkers decide on the joints they'll use early …

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Dec 18, 2024 · Power your way to a polished finish Some woodworkers brush on a few coats of varnish and wonder why their finish doesn't look gallery-smooth.

A good finished project starts with precision measurements and layout. Step up your accuracy and workmanship in your woodworking with these tips and techniques for layout, measuring, and marking.