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Make Multiple, Accurate, Cross Cuts: Safely! Trying to crosscut large pieces of wood with a small, wobbly miter gauge is never accurate and just plain DANGEROUS! Many woodworkers build a double runner, Table Saw Cut Off Sled for their shop. They do this because it has excellent zero tolerance cutting and is a safer way to cross cut larger…
Looking To Buy a Finish Nailer? Dear ConcordCarpenter: I’m pretty new to the carpentry business, I’m 22 and I started working for a carpenter about six months ago. I’ve gotten really good at trim work, and my boss wants’ to start sending me on my own to do it. Which finish nailer To Buy is…
Collect Dust When Installing Curtain Rods: The most time consuming part of hanging curtain is the measuring. The second most time consuming part is cleaning up the plaster or drywall dust after drilling holes in the wall. Hanging Curtain Rods Dust Free Here’s a super easy, super fast tip for hanging curtain rods dust free,…
Cleaning Rust Off Delta Table Saw DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER, I bought and Delta contractor saw at a yard sale. It has all of its parts and accessories and runs great. My only problem is the table is covered with rust. What is the best way to clean it up? thanks, Scott DEAR SCOTT, As long…
Clamping Large Items: Using Pipe Clamps I often find myself needing to clamp large items such as face frames of bookcase counter edge nosings. Unless your Norm Abrams and you have a plethora of various size pipe clamps and a ton of space to store them you often find the need to improvise. That’s why…
Eagle America recently came out with a Spline Jig. What is a spline jig? A spline jig is a strong and decorative joint used in woodworking and repair operations. A spline aligns as well as adds strength to a joint by running across the joint, not parallel to it. Adding splines to narrow miter joints adds strength to the miter joint…
A Concord Carpenter’s Cable TV Show: replacing garage door glass If you follow this site you know that I have also been filming a local cable show called, you guessed it, “A Concord Carpenter.” This show is a highly-informative 30 minute program, where I demonstrate to homeowners how to handle a variety of simple home improvement projects…
Choosing The Proper Exterior Fastener . . DEAR CONCORD CARPENTER, I’m a single mom and trying to keep up a house alone can be tough work. I have several porch boards that need to be replaced. I’m confident on measuring and cutting the boards but am confused about all the different types and finishes. Please help! …
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