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| 170 days ago |
Help setting up Bandsaw Ryobi - 4 replies I just bought a used 9” bandsaw at a garage sale. The guy who sold it to me said it was his wifes and she used to be into crafts (he knew nothing). I got to looking at it and I dont think its set up right. There are a couple of adjustable slots and a wheel that I assume the blade is supposed to run through or next to. They were set up beh... |
| 209 days ago |
Making a fence for table saw and bad bearing ??? - 9 replies 1. I have seen people make fences for their table saws but not sure where they get or make the strips that slide into the slots there your miters slides??2. I may have a bad bearing on my delta table saw as I can hear some rattling on start up. Can these be replaced or the motors be replaced???Thanks |
| 223 days ago |
Can I mix stain into my Poly ??? - 6 replies I am building a six door closet along a slanted ceiling wall. The doors are plywood. I bought some of the plywood a couple weeks ago and the wife picked up the other plywood (2 doors worth) yesterday. I stained them last night and they looked the same. I put my first coat of poly Minwax solvent based on today and now 2 of the doors look a bit li... |
| 226 days ago |
Carving tools..Chisel, gouge sets - 10 replies I am looking for a set of Carving tools to try some relief carving (small scale, boxes, plates, wall hangings). Can I get a decent set for under $100 or am I going to be frustrated with any of the cheap sets and want to quit quickly??Please give me an opinion on these sets also ?? http://grizzly.com/products/12-pc-Carving-Chisel-Set/H2930 ... |
| 229 days ago |
How does one get started in Carving ???? - 24 replies I have always wanted to try carving. Mainly flat carving like something that would go into a frame and be hung on the wall or some table legs. Everything I see seems to about carving santas figures and wood spirt statues etc.. I am not real good at drawing so that is holding me back abit….. as well as what tools to use, and what kind of w... |
| 229 days ago |
Need a good way to Remove and Store old glass ???? - 8 replies I have alot of old storm windows and hate to just throw out the glass but need to make some room. First what is the easiest way to get all that old hard caulk out without breaking the glass. Second what is a handy way to store it?? I know if I throw it all out I will kick myself next time I need a piece and have to actually pay for it lol. |
| 230 days ago |
2" Brad nailer suggestions ??????? - 11 replies Well I bought a “factory reconditioned” Bostich Bt200 recently and when I got it…. I saw sparks at the tip when shooting brads. The seller said I should return it. Now I think I am done buying reconditioned tools. Can You guys who use these Brad nailers alot recommend a good one in that $100 range. I am thinking maybe a rigid ... |
| 235 days ago |
Best way to rip 3/4 plywood ?? - 11 replies My table saw is not big enough to use a fence and rip a 4×8 sheet of ply. I have tried using a circular saw but have a hard time finding a good way to set it up on saw horses etc so I am not leaning over thus not seeing well and getting off the line… what is a good way to do this so I dont mess up a $50 sheet of oak ply ??Thanks |
| 235 days ago |
Cordless circular saws ??? - 20 replies I am in the market for a new circular saw. My old one is a 40 yr old skil and it will still go through anything like its cutting paper. Problem is it just is too heavy for me to handle safely it weighs 18 pounds!! Especially when I get it extended like cutting plywood. I am looking for something light. I am thinking corded but how well do the c... |
| 239 days ago |
Pedestal Bed ideas ?? Help appreciated.. - 6 replies I want to build a pedestal for our queen bed. I noticed most people build them with the drawers 2 high and then dont use a box spring. I was thinking of just making it shorter and having 1 set of drawers but if you can get by without a boxspring I may consider it…1. What is the purpose of the box spring and how is it to sleep without it?2.... |
| 242 days ago |
Help explain a Planer to me ??? - 16 replies I am learning how expensive this furniture building hobby can be. Mainly buying the wood. I dont have a planer and dont really understand its value or all its uses.1. If I had one could I buy the construction grade 2×8 etc and plan them down and have nice wood 2. I am looking at something like the 13” ryobi model. So do these just do... |
| 244 days ago |
Are there any websites that have good videos and plans ?? - 4 replies Are there any websites that have good videos and detailed plans for furniture projects?? Even if you have to pay a fee?? |
| 245 days ago |
Can anyone tell me what kind of wood this is?? - 3 replies I would like someone to tell me what kind of wood pattern this is? |
| 246 days ago |
Help with Bookcase design. - 4 replies Hi everyone.This is my first offical post here. I have experience with metal work and some construction carpentry but not much with making furniture but I really want to learn…. I could use some advice on making some Barrister bookcases.1. I was thinking of making them in individual boxes and stacking them 4 high. I wanted to use 1X12 pine... |
