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    favorite mini hand tools

    This is a question for those that have used miniature hand tools when woodworking. I've noticed Micro Mark and Lee Valley both have an abundance of hand tools available to do the job. I would like to...
  2. Looking for tips and favorite tools for doing kumiko projects

    I'm getting ready to begin my first project in kumiko. I have read many articles and have seen many videos of people using kumiko woodworking techniques to make beautiful projects. What I would like...
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    I ended up buying the Harbor Freight mini...

    I ended up buying the Harbor Freight mini tablesaw. I will only use it for kumiko projects It will only have to crosscut pieces that are at most 1/2" wide. No rip cuts. I wish the table was bigger....
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    Because I will be using the mini saw mostly for...

    Because I will be using the mini saw mostly for making kerf cuts I plan to buy an inexpensive saw. Amazon has many that would serve my needs for under $100.00. I'm going to do more research before...
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    Looking to buy a mini table saw

    I would like to get a mini table saw for craft projects. I'm starting to do some kumiko panels. Since all the panels are less than 1/2" thick a mini saw would be ideal. I think a 12"x12" mini saw...
  6. bending wood for a shaker oval box using water

    I plan to use water to soak wood so I can bend the strip to make a shaker oval box.I will soak the strip in a rectangular galvanized container 36" long. My question is how long should the wood strip...
  7. How to remove a water stain from red oak coffee table?

    I have a red oak coffee table I designed and made several years ago. I finished it with Waterlox and really like the way it turned out. Unfortunately, someone ignored using a coaster and left a water...
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    I think I'll try the Dremel Moto Saw.

    I think I'll try the Dremel Moto Saw.
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    Looking for a lightweight scroll saw

    I'm looking for my first scroll saw. This is what is important to me. It will be used on a workbench and be easy to move. I won't be cutting hardwood thicker than 1/2". The blades must be easy to...
  10. removing a urine stain on a hardwood floor

    I have a black urine stain on an oak floor left by my neighbors visiting dog. Is there a recommended way to remove the stain without damaging the floors finish?
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    The Wood River and Lie Nielsen have the same...

    The Wood River and Lie Nielsen have the same design. They are designed like block planes. People have said they are awkward to grip. The #1 Veritas is designed differently. It has a rear handle. It...
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    Does anyone use a #1 bench plane?

    Just wondering how useful is a #1 bench plane? In particular I'm thinking of the Veritas version.
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    Thank you for your responses. It appears many...

    Thank you for your responses. It appears many people have a "go to" favorite. Blue Spruce chisels are often mentioned as a favorite paring chisel because of it's light weight and beautiful design.
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    Paring chisel survey

    With the never ending search for more tools to acquire I pose this question. What is your favorite paring chisel? I'm thinking of the one you can't wait to grab when it's time for the finest details...
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    We received the cost of the project yesterday....

    We received the cost of the project yesterday. Boy, was I wrong. It will cost $20,000. We are going to look to see if we can get someone at a lower cost. We'll probably alter the plans to see if we...
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    We had a bathroom contractor come over Friday. He...

    We had a bathroom contractor come over Friday. He looked at the room and told us he could build a 40"x 60" accessible tile shower with a seat and grab bars. He would have to reroute a heat duct and...
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    Gary, I have a small ramp I've been using and it...

    Gary, I have a small ramp I've been using and it certainly helps. Part of the problem is the walls of the shower are so flimsy. Grab bars can't be added to them. Because of my balance problems I need...
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    I'm going to have a bathroom contractor come over...

    I'm going to have a bathroom contractor come over and give an estimate for what can be done. Unfortunately, work can't begin until September. I hope there are ways to speed up the process.
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    Handicapped shower ideas

    I have trouble getting into our shower. I'm handicapped. The 4" step is too high for me to negotiate. I would like to get a new shower that I don't have to lift my leg to step into. The problem is...
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    Arts and Crafts. I live in western New York. It's...

    Arts and Crafts. I live in western New York. It's a very short trip to visit Stickley in Syracuse. Even shorter is a visit to the Roycroft campus in East Aurora. Roycroft has several showcases each...
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    Veritas miniature tools

    As you know Lee Valley has been manufacturing Veritas miniature tools for the last several years. I have purchased and use some of these tools. To name a few I have the block plane, chisels,and...
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    Do hand cut rasps make a difference?

    At the beginning of the pandemic last March I paused on furniture making to concentrate on small projects. I started making Shaker oval boxes. Purchasing instructions and box making supplies from...
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    Plane adjusting hammer?

    What should I look for in a hammer for adjusting plane blades? Do you have a favorite?
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    Do you have a favorite furniture wax?

    I have just finished some shaker oval boxes for the grandchildren. They are clear cherry coated with shellac. I'm thinking of using wax on top of the shellac. Of the many waxes available do you have...
  25. How long between coats when spraying shellac?

    I'm going to use shellac in a spray can to finish some small boxes. How long should I wait between coats for the shellac to dry before applying more coats?
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