FineWoodworking.com Safety Tips - Hand Tool Safety

May 6, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Safety, Video | Leave a Comment 


When you hear “woodworking safety,” you probably think of power tools, but hand tools can draw blood too. FineWoodworking.com’s Matt Berger has the scars to prove it. Tune in to hear his tips on protecting yourself from chisel and handsaw blades. For more woodworking tips and techniques, visit FineWoodworking.com.

Fine Woodworking Safety Tips- Routers

May 5, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Safety, Video | 1 Comment 


The router is a versatile shop tool, but its fast-spinning bit can put fingers in jeopardy. Fine Woodworking magazine editor Asa Christiana shares simple tips on how to stay safe by keeping workpieces under control and digits out of harm’s way. For more woodworking tips and techniques, visit FineWoodworking.com.

FineWoodworking.com Safety Tips - Introduction

May 5, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Safety, Video | 5 Comments 


Woodworking is inherently dangerous, but simple precautions can help you stay safe in the workshop. Fine Woodworking magazine editor Asa Christiana shares common-sense tips to keep your fingers, eyes, and ears intact. For more woodworking tips and techniques, visit FineWoodworking.com.

Episode 49 - Safety Week

May 4, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Safety, Video | 18 Comments 

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Woodworker’s Safety Week is finally here! No it doesn’t mean that this is the only week we have to be safe, haha. Obviously, our shops are full of danger. So its very important that we adopt the safest practices possible. And with so many folks new to the hobby, its critical that we take a step back occasionally and focus on safety. With the cooperation of the rest of our internet woodworking community, I hope we can create a whole series of blog posts, videos, audio programs and articles that can be referenced all year long. And knowing most of these folks, their contributions will be interesting and entertaining. So enjoy this crazy week of content, fun, giveaways, and more.

Episode 48 - New Festool Tools

May 2, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 14 Comments 

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Festool recently released two new routers, the MFK700 and the OF2200, and a new multi-function table, the MFT3. Judging from the emails I’ve received, there is a lot of interest in seeing these items on the show. So this one is for you guys!
And perhaps the most exciting part of the video is at the end when I announce the Fecool Giveaway Prize for May, a brand new MFK700 Trim Router.

Related Links:
MFK700 Site
OF2200 Site
MFT3 Site
FesCool Giveaway

Episode 47 - Turning Water into Oil

April 26, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 23 Comments 

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I get quite a few questions about water-based finishes and how to make them look more like oil-based. Its a common problem since water-based finishes are “water-white”, which means they don’t impart any color to the wood. This can be great in certain situations, but not so great when you want your project to have that warm glow to it. In this episode, I use dye, shellac, and boiled linseed oil to try to spice up our water-based finish. I also packed in a bunch of related tips and tricks as I went through each process.

Related Links:
Hock Shellac Flakes
Charles Neil’s Shellac Video

As requested, here is a hi-res photo of the test boards:

Busy, busy, busy……

April 24, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 14 Comments 


Its been a busy month. Too much to type so here is a quick video update. Topics include: Festool grand opening, visit to the offices of Popular Woodworking, Wood Werks Supply, our new DVD cover (designed by our friend Langly, the FesCool Giveaway, safety week, new project with Fine Woodworking, a Live WTO experiment, new coffee table project, the new Festool routers, and birthday wishes for Nicole.

Episode 46- Desert Outdoor Finish

April 14, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 17 Comments 

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Outdoor finishes can be one of the trickiest types of wood finishes to master. Why? Because there is never a one size fits all solution. As woodworkers, we are used to dealing with the seasonal wood movement of our interior pieces. But when one of our creations is destined to live outside, there is much more to consider. Depending on your region’s climate, your project could experience anything from snow and ice to hot desert sand storms. How the heck do we prepare for that?!?! Well, it is still an area that I am learning much about. I haven’t built many outdoor pieces and most of my knowledge comes from my reading and conversations with other woodworkers. Here in the Arizona desert, we have mild winters, occasional isolated rain spells, monsoon season (a temporary time of increased humidity), frequent dust storms, and of course, blazing hot summers where my shop can reach 125F, if left to its own devices. So in these harsh conditions, how would you finish your solid alder front door? For me, the answer lies in something most of us use on a daily basis: our workbenches. Much like your workbench, an Arizona front door will receive a great deal of punishment. And when an item is going to see that much abuse, sometimes the focus has to shift from absolute protection (a losing battle), to repairability. And that’s where my special homemade oil/marine varnish blend comes in handy. Watch the video and see what you think.

Our First DVD Production - “A Simple Varnish Finish”

April 2, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 18 Comments 

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We are very proud to announce the release of our very first DVD production, “A Simple Varnish Finish”. Many of you have requested I review my “go-to finish” process in detail and that’s exactly what I did. Its nearly 40 minutes of content devoted specifically to my wiping varnish finish method. Every step is demonstrated thoroughly with lighting and camera angles that ensure you see ALL of the detail. I also go into a few other variations of the finish as well as tips and tricks that will save you time, money, and headaches. After you watch the main feature, you will probably want to review just the finish steps alone. So I’ve included a second feature on the DVD that simply recaps the entire process in about a minute. Very handy!

The DVD is available NOW in our store: CHECK IT OUT!!

Episode 45 - Music to My EARlex

March 27, 2008 | Filed Under Blog, Video | 30 Comments 

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earlexThis video covers my initial impressions and experience with the Earlex Spray Station 5000. To sum up, I thought the Earlex did a darn good job spraying pretty much everything I put in it, including oil-based poly, water-based finishes, lacquer, and latex paint. I would probably recommend purchasing some of the smaller tip sets though, since they will increase performance on the water-based stuff. The 5000 does lack some of the spray controls typically found in higher-priced 3 and 4-stage units, but sometimes those extra features are just unnecessary. I found the simplicity of the unit to be refreshing. In fact, there were a few occasions where I needed to spray and I found myself gravitating to the Earlex primarily because of its simplicity. Now the unit has only been in my possession for about a month so I can’t comment on its longevity. But from what I’ve seen so far, I think the Earlex represents what many of you are looking for: a low-cost way of getting into the spraying game, without scarifying the quality of your finish.

I would also like to thank Charles Neil for his help “behind the scenes” on this video. You can see his video on 2-stage turbines on Youtube.

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