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Clamp down on glue-up mistakes

 

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Flat panels start on a flat bench

Edge-glued panels make up a big part of many large furniture projects, so you want them to turn out perfect. To avoid panels that warp or require great work to flatten them, work on a flat surface or benchtop. Assembling a panel on a warped surface can transfer that warp onto your glue-up.

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