Fine Woodworking editors are in charge of the whole process of creating an article, which means they are not only editing the text, but they also manage and process the photos. This enables the staff to get a close and personal look at craftsmen’s work, and documenting it becomes a craft in itself. The more effort you put into photoshoots, the more you appreciate the work and consideration put … [Read more...]
Not so Ordinary Router Cabinet
Instead of settling for a standard shop cabinet made with plywood and screws, I set out to make one with hardwoods. The cabinet would primarily serve to store my router and bits. The first step was to mill the wood for the sides, top, shelves and center divider. Dovetails would be used for the joins, and I used a router jig to cut the dados. When cutting was done, I sanded the insides and … [Read more...]
Rotpunkt sends cabinet design to the Stone Age
The German cabinet designer and manufacturer Rotpunkt has launched Ceramica, a new kitchen door range designed to be both modern and sustainable. Rotpunkt applies an ergonomic approach to space planning. Ceramica features a black aluminum frame and ceramic finish. The door is available either handleless or push-to-open, and there are two color choices for the finish (Grey Rock or Black Rock). The … [Read more...]
Turn a Better Mallet
Mallets offer good opportunities for challenging and improving your spindle-turning skills. Typically, you begin with a 3″×3″×12″ block of seasoned or kiln-dried wood. Although more expensive, quarter-sawn woods are less likely to fail than flat-sawn wood. After planning out the design, mount the blank on a lathe. When turning the mallet, use a spindle-roughing gouge to create a cylinder from the … [Read more...]
High Point virtual market experience draws strong audience
With the current stay-at-home restrictions in place, a new virtual market place has been created. The IMC High Point virtual market successfully launched last week for those interested in the furniture industry. Thousands of users logged-in to discover new products and services, as well as participate in six webinars. IMC also debuted their virtual catalog, Connexion, which helps to connect buyers … [Read more...]
Weekend Pot Rack
If you're looking for a way to simplify your kitchen tools, consider a pot rack. To make one, you'll need four pieces and a dowel to start. If you're looking for an aesthetic appeal to your kitchen, it is best to hand carve curves into your wood slabs yourself. While there are multiple ways to assemble it, just make sure the end product is sturdy enough to hold the weight of your kitchen utensils. … [Read more...]
Diablo General Purpose & Crosscut Finish Blades
Diablo contains high quality, fine cut blades that produce a smooth surface of whatever the user is trying to cut. It is commonly known to have a flawless finish because the teeth are highly precise and grind at an angle. Despite the fact that the blade only has 40 teeth, Diablo consistently lives up to perform again and again. Testing the blade against competitor blades, the blades were found to … [Read more...]
ACSP ramps up support for closets industry
Some businesses have had a lot of trouble keeping their businesses open, and others have had a great deal of benefit from having the other businesses shut down so that they don't have to worry about competition. Wherever it may be that you lay, you can have the help and support that you need by joining the forum. A lot of businesses, whether they are competition or not, are there to share their … [Read more...]
SuperMax 19-38 Drum Sander
SuperMax Tools was founded in 2005 by two men who helped develop sanders for Performax. Their 19-38 drum sander (MSRP of $1499) provides both versatility and accuracy. Its single-point adjustment allows the user to easily make quick and accurate adjustments. The 19-38 also includes an extended-width feed table. Adjustment wrenches are permanently attached, and there's even a fast lever for use … [Read more...]
Fair enough
For a craftsman like a woodworker, the question of what is fair price for their work is an often-discussed topic. Like with other professions, the answer usually depends on many factors and individual circumstances. On a more basic level, a distinction between pricing and fair price needs to be made. Setting the fair price almost always involves looking at a bigger picture and considering your … [Read more...]
