Decoding Lumber Thickness

Heirloom Project

Greene & Greene Hall Table

Part 20: Building Rock-Solid Drawers

There's more to building a smooth-sliding drawer than just the joinery. This week, Phil dives in to determine how to size the drawer parts accurately. Then it's over to the table saw to create a drawer box that will last for years to come.

Woodworking Technique

Decoding Lumber Thickness

It can be a challenge to find the right boards to build great-looking projects. Deciphering the confusing terms you come across only makes things harder. Here's what you need to know to crack the code.

Shop Tip

Quick & Easy Sanding Pad

Making cove molding at the table saw leaves small ridges that need to be sanded away. Here's a unique way to remove the blade marks and maintain a consistent profile.

Talking Shop

Veneering Plywood

Plywood sure makes it easy to create large, stable panels. The trouble is covering the exposed edging without spoiling the effect. Join Don and Bryan as they offer a smart way to combine, plywood, veneer, and hardwood edging to create great-looking panels of any size.

Shop Tip

Small Parts Miter Trimmer

It isn't easy to trim a small piece of molding once it's been cut. You need a way to hold the workpiece securely and a reliable method to remove a small amount. This easy-to-build jig solves both of those problems.