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Thanks for the clarification, I got a little ahead of myself there! I was thinking pocket screws as well after I last posted. This is all a lot more clear than it was earlier, I really appreciate the...

Wow Todd thanks! That really gives a great representation. So, would I essentially be able to use a paint grade substrate and then apply the frame over that and fill in with the lip moldings? I'm...

I couldn't agree with you more, I lose sleep over inside corners that don't come together right on base, not having this just right would give me permanent insomnia. I was also thinking 3 panels,...

Todd,

Thanks for the pictures, that helps clear up some of my questions. You did a great job!

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I am faced with the task of re-facing the upper portion of a fireplace, from the mantel and up. The piece of stone that is setting on the mantle will be used to face the bottom...

Thanks for the replies, I've never given paste wax or T9 Boeshield any thought for my squares, I use it on my table saw, jointer, and planer, but not the small stuff. There's always something new to...

Hi all, I recently finished a rather large project and noticed that both my double square and combo square were pretty grimy. I know my hands were pretty dirty and there seems to be some staining on...

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I just received two Ashley Iles MKII chisels and set about to flattening the back sides and I encountered an issue. I know the backs on these are supposed to be ground slightly hollow,...

Thanks for all the replies guys, it actually appears to be a hollow grind. The center still has the machinig marks and the horseshoe shape I described runs along the edges. So, I think it will be ok,...

So, here it goes, another question on sharpening. I purchased a hock blade and chipbreaker for my Stanley #5 type 11 and I'm having some issues. My sharpening set up consists of a DMT Coarse/Extra...

Marc Spagnuolo over at the Wood Whisperer did a pretty comprehensive review of the DeWalt track saw and I believe he compared it to the Festool. It's a video podcast and can be streamed from his...

So, I was in my local Woodcraft today and even though LN has pulled their line from the stores, they still have what they stocked. And, coincidentally, they had the set of five LN chisels sitting...

Once again, thanks for all the info. I think I will start with the smaller ones and hopefully have some success. Hopefully between now and the end of the week I'll have enough time to get them...

Wow, thanks for all the additional info. I had no idea sandpaper was so complex. I know the exact paper you're talking about though and I'll be heading out tomorrow to pick some up. I suppose I'll...

Forgive me, but, does it have to be wet/dry sandpaper to work best? It seems that the big box stores only stock regular sandpaper in these low grits, I'd like to avoid having to order more online....

Thanks for the reply, I initially used lacquer thinner to get the nasty coating off and proceeded from there, so that fortunately wasn't the issue. Going down to 180 or 220 sounds like a good next...

Ok, you'd think that I would have learned my lesson about inexpensive tools, yet here I am and I have a question to pose. I bought the set of six Irwin chisels because they were on sale and I figured...

So, I just received a new router plate for my router table. It's from Eagle America and is the clear, polycarbonate version. My questions are: How do I properly countersink the screw holes? What type...

Wow, I didn't know this would peak so much interest. Thank you very much for all of your responses. Firstly, I am feeling more comfortable with my reasoning of purchasing the 1/4 and 1/2 LN chisels,...

So, still being new to hand tools, as I would like to incorporate them into the work I do, I have become lost in an internet full of contradicting opinions and I am hoping for some honest...

I recently finished my first end grain cutting board and applied three coats of salad bowl finish. The sheen is gorgeous, but, I seem to have sanding marks beneath the final coat and I am unsure as...

Well, my new (used) planer works like a charm! Thanks for the replies. Along with the information and some other threads on here I was able to tune up my planer to top shape. I can't wait to start...

Thanks for the info guys. I've been taking less than 1/32" off at a time. The other thing I forgot to mention is that it also pulls to the right slightly as it begins to be pulled through, could the...

I am working on a cutting board today and I needed to flatten the top before making the second round of cuts. As I passed the glued up boards through, they would stall about half way through, and...

The HD in Roseville, MI has one r4511 in stock for $399, maybe you could talk them down. I've heard good things about it and people seem to be happy with them and you get the lifetime service...