Heirloom Project

Greene & Greene Hall Table

Part 5: Completing The Legs

The last steps of creating the legs for the table are completed by using a shop-made table saw sled to cut a smooth even taper on each leg. Finally, the edges are eased at the router table using a small radius roundover bit.

Heirloom Project

Greene & Greene Hall Table

Part 6: Stretcher Layout & Cutting Tenons

Every mortise needs a matching tenon. Here you’ll see the key steps to laying out a tenon accurately, along with the shape of the stretcher. Then it’s some detailed work at the table saw to cut the tenon to exact size.

Woodworking Technique

Router Bit Rehab - Part 1

Keeping any shop tool in top-notch shape takes time. Bryan and Phil discuss the details of rehabbing your router bits to make them cut like new. It all starts with a basic inspection and cleaning.

Shop Tip

Plywood Carrying Tote

Don’t struggle with a large, heavy piece of plywood. To get a better grip and make it easier to move, a shop-built tote is all you need.

Talking Shop

Small Parts Jig

Small Parts Jig

Power tools and small parts aren’t the best match. Check out this project for a better way to deal with small parts at the table saw.

Talking Shop

Best Blade for Small Parts

A stock table saw blade isn’t always the best choice, especially when you’re cutting small parts. For small parts, there’s a saw blade upgrade you can make to guarantee better results the next time you turn on your saw.

Shop Tip

Router Bit Bearing Removal Jig

Router bit bearings need to be changed or even replaced over time. Unfortunately, getting the bearing off can be a hassle. This simple jig makes the task easier and quicker.