HOW LOCK MITERS CAN MAKE PROJECTS CHEAPER AND BETTER
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HOW LOCK MITERS CAN MAKE PROJECTS CHEAPER AND BETTER

Learn how to build thick, solid-looking furniture legs from thinner stock using lock-miter joints. This guide covers grain control, safer cutting techniques, and precise assembly for professional-quality results.

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ROUGH SAWN BOARDS AND THE TABLE SAW
James Hamilton James Hamilton

ROUGH SAWN BOARDS AND THE TABLE SAW

I’ve cut rough boards on the table saw before, and I still have my fingers. I know many of you have gotten away with it, too. Not every rough-sawn board is equally dangerous. There are levels of roughness. A board that’s a little woogedy presents far less risk than one with a big twist in it. So keep things in perspective as we proceed.

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JOINERY LESSONS FROM THE DOUBLE BRIDLE JOINT
James Hamilton James Hamilton

JOINERY LESSONS FROM THE DOUBLE BRIDLE JOINT

The double bridle joint is a great way to practice precise, repeatable joinery on the table saw, and it teaches you how to sneak up on a perfect fit instead of relying solely on pencil lines. With a simple tenon jig and the right blade, you can create a strong, attractive joint that’s customizable and clean.

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CHOOSING A TABLE SAW
James Hamilton James Hamilton

CHOOSING A TABLE SAW

Confused about which table saw to buy? Learn the differences between portable, contractor, hybrid, and cabinet saws, including pros, cons, and expert tips to pick the right saw for your shop and budget.

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THE THIN KERF DEBATE: A WOODWORKER’S PERSPECTIVE
James Hamilton James Hamilton

THE THIN KERF DEBATE: A WOODWORKER’S PERSPECTIVE

Nowadays, like anything else, people love to argue about the pros and cons of blade thicknesses. And there’s a lot of misinformation out there—whether you should even be using thin kerf blades, and whether the wrong blade choice can make your table saw more dangerous.

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