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How to Use Radial-Arm Saws and Power Miter Saws

Radialarm saws and power miter saws are similar machines that perform comparable tasks. You can use either tool to make many of the same ...

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Guide to Buying an Air Compressor

An air compressor is a useful tool. Here’s some help identifying your needs and finding the right model to meet them.

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Using a Table Saw

The table saw is the cornerstone of any wood shop. Use a table saw to make exact and accurate repetitive cuts, bevel cuts, dadoes, rabbets, ...

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Choosing the Right Nail for the Job

Nailing is one of the oldest, simplest, and quickest methods for joining two pieces of wood. Here’s some advice on choosing the right ...

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Guide to Buying a Power Miter Saw

The wood and metalcutting power miter saws now available make even the most complex anglecutting tasks simple for professional, amateur or ...

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Guide to Buying a Power Nailer

Power nailers are useful for woodworking, remodeling and construction tasks. Here aresthings to consider when buying a power nailer.

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How to Buy a Planer

Though some people still use oldstyle hand planes to shave and smooth wood, power planers do a neater job and require far less elbow ...

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Guide to Buying a Ladder

Whether hanging curtains or tearing the ivy off the side of your home, the ladder you choose for the job is important. Here’s some ...

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How to Use a Tile Saw

Tile saws cut a variety of hard materials, including , concrete, glass, porcelain and, as the name implies, tile. Different saw and blade ...

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How to Use an Electric Planer

An electric planer is a cross between your grandpas jack plane and a stationary jointer. You can use it to flatten wood faces, make glue ...

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