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What is kickback, and how do I prevent it?
added by ratchet freak Mar 9 '14 at 13:40
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What are some good tools to start a woodworking hobby on a budget?
added by Dano0430 Sep 22 '14 at 23:04
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What is the proper tension for a bandsaw?
added by ratchet freak Oct 1 '14 at 19:43
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Should mdf center panel inserts on cabinet doors be glued in or free floating?
added by bib Dec 25 '13 at 2:43
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What is the optimum temperature for wood-burning (pyrography)? Is it different for hard and soft wood?
added by starsplusplus Jan 31 '14 at 16:54
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Can usable lumber be made from landscaping mesquite trees or are they too soft?
added by saltface Apr 10 '14 at 19:38
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What's wrong with sawing wood along the grain?
added by starsplusplus May 8 '14 at 9:18
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How do I remove a broken screw?
added by SQB Jun 16 '14 at 12:13
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Or is this more suited for DIY? – SQB Jun 16 '14 at 12:14
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If a question is appropriate for another site should have little to do with if it is in scope here. – James Jenkins Jun 16 '14 at 14:11
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How do you stabilize green wood after turning?
added by bowlturner Jul 10 '14 at 18:09
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Can I use wood from backyard black walnuts for homemade cabinets? Must the wood be treated before use?
added by J. Musser Aug 4 '14 at 5:43
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What is the best wood to craft band baskets with?
added by J. Musser Aug 4 '14 at 5:50
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How much stronger is a dovetail joint when compared to a miter joint?
added by SQB Sep 4 '14 at 12:50
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Should I wear gloves when handling pressure-treated wood (even if it is dry?)
added by RedGrittyBrick Sep 23 '14 at 9:58
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Are saws disposable or are there benefits from buying tools to sharpen them?
added by RedGrittyBrick Sep 23 '14 at 10:10
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How do you calculate wood expansion and contraction for the purpose of cabinetmaking or furniture building?
added by paperstreet Oct 4 '14 at 4:02
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What are good alternatives to gassing Oak with ammonia to get an authentic looking craftsman finish?
added by Jon Oct 6 '14 at 2:56
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What type of wood would work best for making toy railroad tunnels to go with my ikea toy train tracks?
added by Jessica Brown Jan 7 '14 at 0:02
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Jessica there is a scale modeling proposal that may interest you, as well as be a great place to duplicate this question. I think the question could belong in either site. – Jon Oct 20 '14 at 4:28
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Is there a way to cut sheet goods with a tracksaw without cutting into my workbench?
added by saltface Apr 10 '14 at 19:31
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Why should I use a hand drill over a power drill?
added by Blue Ice Jun 24 '14 at 6:28
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Is it possible to steam bend wood bought from a home center?
added by Pat Filoteo Jul 8 '14 at 23:33
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Is it better to refurbish or buy a new hand plane?
added by Pat Filoteo Jul 8 '14 at 23:37
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Best table saw blade for cutting sheet goods?
added by Pat Filoteo Jul 8 '14 at 23:38
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At what width should boards be ripped down and reglued for stability?
added by bowlturner Jul 10 '14 at 18:59
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I think more granularity to this question would be appropriate. The word "boards" in the question could be replaced with, pine, oak, hardwood, softwood Etc. As the question is answers would start with "depends on the wood.." or "depends on the use.." – Jon Oct 17 '14 at 23:29
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What's the difference between a turing gouge and a carving gouge? Can I use one for the other?
added by SQB Sep 4 '14 at 12:43
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Best wood for carving that will hold high detail and has highly visible grain.
added by Jance Sep 18 '14 at 16:46
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What is the difference between a No. 4 and a No. 5 plane? Do I need both?
added by RedGrittyBrick Sep 23 '14 at 9:46
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I asked this question on DIY.SE only because Woodworking.SE doesn't exist. – RedGrittyBrick Sep 23 '14 at 9:47
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How to tune the bedding of a block plane?
added by RedGrittyBrick Sep 23 '14 at 9:55
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What is the correct technique to get clean, straight and narrow cut using a hand saw?
added by Shwouchk Sep 27 '14 at 19:32
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What are the dangers of not having adequate dust collection?
added by Raystafarian Oct 1 '14 at 12:37
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Where can I find good plans for woodwoorking projects? Free is better.
added by Dano0430 Oct 3 '14 at 15:47
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What's the beginner/intermediate/professional way to sharpen plane irons and chisels?
added by paperstreet Oct 4 '14 at 4:11
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What are the advantages of aniline vs alcohol vs water based dye stains?
added by paperstreet Oct 4 '14 at 4:15
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What are the most important elements of shop safety?
added by paperstreet Oct 4 '14 at 4:18
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How can I joint boards using only a router?
added by Doresoom Oct 8 '14 at 17:38
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What is the proper technique to face joint a board on a jointer?
added by paperstreet Oct 10 '14 at 2:03
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Rare and endangered wood is sometimes illegal to purchase. What do I need to look for to be sure my purchase is legitimate?
added by Jon Oct 10 '14 at 20:03
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How can I tell if my bandsaw blade is dull?
added by ratchet freak Oct 15 '14 at 12:31
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When should I use nails on a piece for structural support (not trim)?
added by BriGuy Oct 15 '14 at 14:05
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When Gassing oak, do you gas the pieces or the assembled piece?
added by Jon Oct 17 '14 at 23:23
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How is old wood veneer removed?
added by Jon Oct 17 '14 at 23:31
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