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Sand Biscuit Joints After 24 Hours
September 29, 2011

Q: I recently edge-glued several cherry boards to make a top, and used biscuits to align them. I let the glue dry, sanded the top, and then applied the finish.…
Strengthen Cope-and-Stick Joints with Dowels
September 29, 2011

Q: I’m making a cabinet that will see everyday use. It has two frame-and-panel doors with solid-wood panels. Are cope-and-stick joints strong enough to be used on the doors? Bert…
Easy Tip for Tighter Mortise-and-Tenon Joints
August 24, 2011

This simple technique takes only a minute to perform, yet it will greatly improve the fit of your mortise-and-tenon joinery.
Straightforward Joinery for Curved Work
July 28, 2011

Three basic techniques are the bridge to more beautiful furniture
Shopmade Hand Tools for Better Dovetails
June 2, 2011

Use a layout guide and small chisels for improved accuracy and refined looks when cutting dovetails.
For Accurate Joints, Always Mark from the Same Face
April 7, 2011

Q: I’m learning to cut mortise-and-tenon joints by hand, but I only have a marking gauge with one cutter. How can I use it to lay out the joint accurately?…
For Accurate Miters, Set the Blade with a Drafting Triangle
February 10, 2011

Q: I use a drafting triangle to set my tablesaw blade to 45° for miters. I stand the triangle on the saw table and tilt the blade until they touch,…
When Sliding Dovetails Are Long, Taper Them
December 9, 2010

Q: I understand the difference between normal and tapered dovetails, but when should I use the one versus the other? Craig Bennett, Morgantown, WV A: Standard sliding dovetails are useful…
Mitered Edging Made Easy
July 29, 2010

Mitered Edging Made Easy
Strong Joints for Thin Legs
January 1, 2010

Q: I’m planning to make a table with legs that are 1-1/4 in. square at the top, and aprons that are 4 in. tall. I’d like to use mortise-and-tenon joints…

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