Taking The Right Angle
I sometimes think I live under a rock when finding a new tool, only to learn it’s not new at all. I’ve written about this several times here, most recently last…
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Sanding
How Sandpaper Is Made
We visit a manufacturing facility to get the nitty-gritty on making abrasives. In all likelihood sandpaper isn’t made the way you probably think it’s made. In fact, what is most unusual about sandpaper manufacturing is how similar it is to …
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Sandpaper Saver
Sanding between coats of polyurethane is tough on sandpaper. And I make it tougher, because I never wait the recommended 72 hours before recoating. But if the finish isn’t bone-dry, the paper is likely to gum up. When my sandpaper …
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Festool ETSC 2 Sander Review
Tool: ETSC 2 125 Random Orbit Sander Shop Now Manufacturer: Festool MSRP: $598 (kit includes sander, 2x 4Ah batteries, charger, dust bag, edge guard, and Systainer) If you’ve been reading this magazine for a while, you might have noticed …
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Dust Collection Workstation
This dust collection cart houses a vacuum and cyclonic dust separator for an efficient, clean workstation. Project #2509 • Skill Level: Beginner • Time: 2 Days • Cost: $180 Every inch of space in a shop is precious. That is …
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Toggle Clamp Sanding Block
I made this quick-release sanding block from four pieces of 1/2″-thick birch plywood. The top three pieces are glued together. Wrap a quarter sheet of sandpaper around the bottom piece and slip on the top assembly. The toggle clamp locks …
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