September 2017
Issue Number: 248
Brush Up on Brush Care
Mailbox
Post up an eye-catching project that improves your home’s curb appeal. Mounted outside to accept the daily mail, or sitting inside to collect papers, keys, and more, this handsome box makes a statement while it holds your bills. Plan available in the WOOD Store.
Master Miter Cuts in Crown Molding
Heirloom Tool Tote
Put your most-used tools in a smart carrier that’s easy to store, move, access, and build! Plan available at the WOOD Store.
Make the Most of Materials
Rout Perfect-fitting dadoes, First Time, Every Time
Murphy Bed
Transform almost any room into nighttime guest quarters in minutes with minimal effort. Tug on the door pulls and the spring-balanced mechanism almost effortlessly lowers the queen-size mattress. Lift the end of the bed platform and it easily tucks away. Build just the bed, a bookcase or two, or the whole ensemble. Plans available at the WOOD Store.
Shop Test: Belt/disc Sanders
There’s an old adage that says combination tools perform multiple tasks, but none very well. Although that’s often true, it’s simply not the case for the six sanders in this review. These combination machines performed admirably at both belt and disc functions. Adding one to your shop would be a smart decision.
Bookshelf Speakers
Why shouldn’t speakers look as good as they sound? With the right components and a weekend in the shop, you can crank out a pair with looks that match their rich tones. Plan available in WOOD Store.
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Stop Project Wobbles with Hotmelt-Glue Feet
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