Edition #117

Heirloom Project

Greene & Greene Hall Table

Part 24: A Top With Breadboard Ends

As the work on the Greene and Greene table continues, it's time for the solid wood top. Here you can see how a few details can make a solid wood top stand out. Join Bryan as he shows how to add a breadboard end to a glued up panel.

Table Saw Technique

Table Saw Technique

Part 1: Auxiliary Miter Gauge Fence

Crosscutting is one of the main functions of your table saw. The trouble is the stock miter gauge isn't quite set up for making accurate cuts time after time. Join Don as he walks through some simple add-ons improve results.

Shop Tip

Bench Hook

For some tasks at the workbench, securing a workpiece with clamps or vises just won't work. Here's a simple accessory and keeps a workpiece in place and lets you reposition it easily.

Talking Shop

Planing Basics

A thickness planer is a valuable addition to any workshop. Even though it's a simple tool, there are some things you need to know to get the best results. Bryan and Phil share their favorite tips and tricks for creating smooth, accurate parts.

Shop Tip

Instant Power Bracket

It seems like an outlet is never close by when you need one. See how Bryan makes a simple modification to an extension cord and a go-anywhere bracket to keep it close at hand.