September 2009
Issue Number: 192
Branching Out: 4 Substitute Wood Products You Should Try
Lyptus - Combination Core - Ipe - Bamboo - This article is now available at the WOOD Store on USB Drive
Five Problem-Solving Hand Tools
Bench Chisels - Contour Sanding Forms - Cabinet Scraper - Low-angle Block Plane - Flush Trim/Dovetail Saw - This article is now available at the WOOD Store on complete collection USB Drive
Shop Tested Rail-Guided Saws
DeWalt DWS520SK DeWalt DC351SKL Festool TS55EQ Festool TS75EQ Makita SP6000 - This article is now available at the WOOD Store on complete collection USB Drive
Printer Stand Woodworking Plan
Create—and organize—space under your computer's printer with weekend project.
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WOOD Issue 192, September 2009
Limbert-style Arts & Crafts Table Woodworking Plan
Around the turn of the 20th century, Charles Limbert developed a distinctive furniture style that, while inherently Arts & Crafts, also used curves and decorative cutouts. This Limbert-inspired table features gentle curves on each edge and arched openings in the side panels provide access to the shelf.
Wall Shelf and Towel Rack Woodworking Plan
Make this shelf to hold and display towels and accessories in the kitchen or bath. Using only simple tools, readily available supplies from your local home center, and the tips we provide, you'll have this project ready to hang in only a weekend.
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WOOD Issue 192, September 2009
Slant-Sided Music Box Woodworking Plan
Mahogany and maple blend harmoniously in a box as beautiful as the music within. Besides the music movement the only other hardware you'll need is a pair of stop hinges that keep the lid propped upright while the music plays. The lucky owner of this beautiful box will enjoy a serenade every time she lifts the figured maple lid.
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WOOD Issue 192, September 2009
Router Table and Organizer Woodworking Plan
When your router accessories have scattered around the shop like chips flung from a panel-raising bit, corral them in the drawers and cabinet of this virtually indestructible router table. You'll gain a rock-solid work surface with easy router access for adjusting and changing bits. Next, we had four of out editors add accessories to make the table even more versatile. And finally, we show you what we think are the best routers for table mounting.
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WOOD Issue 192, September 2009
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