5 Minute Miter Box

Heirloom Project

Greene & Greene Hall Table

Part 15: Preparing Parts for the Shelf

Creating a smooth, flat glued-up panel starts with preparing the boards that make up the panel. Don shares his method for creating parts and it all takes place at the table saw.

Woodworking Technique

Slot Cutting Tips & Tricks

One of the main challenges in gluing up a wide panel is keeping the individual boards aligned. Don shares his technique and a versatile router bit to make the process foolproof.

Shop Tip

Painting Hardware

Low-cost steel hardware is certainly practical. But its looks are a little bland. Thankfully, in a few minutes time, you can give it a custom look with some spray paint.

Talking Shop

Straight vs. Spiral Bits

A router table is an ideal tool for cutting accurate joints. Of course, you have to have the right bit, as well. Straight bits work great, but they aren't your only option. Bryan and Phil talk about how spiral bits can give you even better results.

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5 Minute Miter Box

Clean, tight-fitting joints are the name of the game when applying molding and trim. Using a back saw and a right-sized miter box can get the job done in a short time. Find out just how easy this miter box is to make.