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Basics 1: How to Operate Power Tools Safely
The first article on the basics series discusses how to operate power tools safely and how to keep them maintained.
Basics 2: Lumber Dimensions, Wood Grades and Engineered Wood
The second article on the basics series discusses the following topics: From Logs to Lumber, Grades of Lumber, Plywood, Plywood Grades for Cabinetry and Other Engineered Woods.
Basics 3: How to Read a Tape Measure
The third article in the basics series discusses reading a tape measure and includes a drawing showing the breakdown of the fractions of one inch. The importance of accuracy is discussed.
Basics 4: How to Make a Straight Cut with a Circular Saw
The fourth article on the basics series discusses the correct way to use a circular saw. It includes a drawing of the detail of the set of the blade, as well as a drawing of the saw cut in relation...
Cabinets 1: How to Build Frameless European Cabinets
This is the first article on the cabinet series of articles. This article discusses the framing of modern cabinets with their European design. It mentions the different fiberboards common in the ca...