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Is MDF Hazardous?
November 1, 2006

Q: What is the toxicity of MDF dust, and what hazards do we face by being exposed to this material? Peter Lundquist, Calumet City, IL A: Most MDF, or medium-density…
Edging Plywood Made Easy
October 25, 2006

Five techniques for edging veneer-grade plywood from simple to elaborate
Build a Plywood Torsion Box
July 6, 2006

Q: I am planning to build a mobile base for my contractor-style tablesaw with a 50-in. extension table. I intend to construct a large torsion box for the base platform.…
Tips for Painting MDF
June 6, 2006

Seal the edges with drywall putty to ensure a consistent coat when painting medium density fiberboard
Is Low-Density MDF Strong Enough for Shop Cabinets?
April 10, 2006

Q: I’m building a series of storage cabinets for my shop. Some (24 in. deep by 30 in. wide by 30 in. tall) will roll on casters and some (10…
Circular-Saw Cutting Bench
March 15, 2006

Build this rigid table for cutting sheet goods with a circular saw
Trim Plywood Edging Flush
October 26, 2005

Use hand planes to create a flush surface where solid-wood trim meets plywood
Cutting Sheet Goods With a Circular Saw
October 25, 2005

This fixture for cutting sheet goods with a circular saw is simple to make and gives accurate results. Attach a 4-ft. or 8-ft. length of 1x2 lumber to the middle…
Plywood-Scoring Table Saw Insert
October 25, 2005

This device helps prevent the underside of veneered plywood from splintering by scoring the veneer just ahead of the blade. To make it, cut a snug-fitting insert blank from aluminum…
Crosscutting Wide Panels
October 25, 2005

Here is an accurate and simple way to crosscut plywood panels or boards that are too wide to cut using the saw's miter gauge. Start with a straight 1x2 longer…

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