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Jointer vs. Planer: What’s the Difference?
By Paul Mayer on August 11, 2020

A jointer and planer are mechanically similar; a set of knives that is powered by a motor, whirling away and removing stock from the surface as a...

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Flatten Log Cookies Using Your CNC Router
By George Vondriska on August 4, 2020

Woodworkers have become very intrigued by the prospect of working with log “cookies.” They’re using small-scale versions as centerpieces on tables...

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CNC: Relief Cut Lettering
By George Vondriska on July 30, 2020

Making signs on your CNC router? Incorporating relief cuts, so letters and objects are raised in the final piece, creates a very attractive look.

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Tune Your Jointer for Peak Performance
By Paul Mayer on July 28, 2020

My jointer is one of the most heavily used tools in my shop. I use it for everything from face jointing rough stock, edge jointing to glue up panels,...

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Which Finishes are Best for a Cutting Board?
By Paul Mayer on July 23, 2020

Most woodworkers make a cutting board at one point or another. Some of us even get addicted to making these simple but beautiful accept pieces to...

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CNC Router FAQs: Everything You Should Know
By Laguna Tools on July 21, 2020

In the early years of CNC, many systems were modified to fit the existing standard machines. Today, almost any machine tool is available in a CNC...

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How to Make Easy DIY Curvy Inlay Cutting Boards on a Bandsaw
By Paul Mayer on July 16, 2020

Here’s a fun project that looks challenging and draws lots of accolades from customers and admirers, but it’s actually a pretty simple cutting board...

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Marking on Metal with a CO2 Laser
By Paul Mayer on July 9, 2020

So, you’ve picked up a CO2 laser, and engraved onto a variety of materials; perhaps wood, ceramic, maybe even leather.

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How to Turn a Goblet with Captive Rings
By Paul Mayer on July 9, 2020

A turned goblet with two captive rings is a traditional wedding gift in Irish culture. Turning a wooden ringed goblet or chalice is a VERY fun...

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Some Types of CNC Machines Have Automated Woodworking
By Laguna Tools on July 7, 2020

Most woodworking shops have variations of the machinery found in the typical metal shop. Yet, when most people hear the term “CNC machinery,” their...

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