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red oak discoloration
February 23, 2009

I recently bought some kiln dried red oak that, when I removed the surface, showed as gray. Yes, it is red oak. What caused this color difference and will it…
Black Locust
February 22, 2009

I ran into a tree feller I know at a local bar on my friday motorcycle ride, asked him what hardwoods he has been getting (he also has a portable…
Wood at Sullivan county & surrounding
February 18, 2009

Wood search in Sullivan county, Monticello NY. Could somebody recommend some good places to buy wood in my area.
Cut wood veneers
February 17, 2009

I plan to optimize my precious black maple by cutting 1/8 veneers instead of using solid wood for my projects. What process do people use when band sawing veneers to…
pulls
February 17, 2009

Hello, I have a client with a very old house that has what the owner refers to as "Indian Shutters" in the windows. These are a pair of raised panels,…
What’s this plywood??
February 14, 2009

One of my horse-oriented friends sold me some lumber and sheet goods her husband had left in the garage. There are two sheets of 1/2" plywood that I'm uncertain about. …
hobby worth it for $8 bd. ft.?
February 13, 2009

This is part philosophical/part practical question. I am struggling with whether I should continue woodworking. I need to buy some new tools: planer, jointer and bandsaw - I have very…
boxelder
February 13, 2009

I understand the red streaks tend to fad and turn rust or brown over time, but I have seen turnings that seem to have arrested that progression. What finish will do…
Current list of Endangered wood where is
February 13, 2009

It has been brought to my attention that my endangered wood species list is lacking and out of date. I was using the info in Nick Engler's book Woodworking Wisdom…
Brass Butt Hinges?
February 13, 2009

I am building cabinets and glass fronted bookcases for my library. I am trying to use quality materials. The majority of the cabinets and bookcases are solid cherry. All the…

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