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Here's my old Sears 12" bandsaw still working hard cutting tapered legs for Shaker-style tables. I make them four at a time so there are 16 legs in all with two cuts each. The "old girl" never bogs...



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Re: 7 Rules for Remodelers

Sooner or later everybody needs a bathroom break. If using a family rest room make the necessary arrangements - protocol, cleanliness, access, towels and toilet paper. Be especially careful to clean the bathroom thoroughly at the end of the work day. If a portable is needed, book it early and plan for an unobtrusive location so the owners and (especially) the neighbors don't have a problem with it.

If electrical work is included in the reno don't forget to arrange for enough live receptacles to handle power tools and lights without having extension cords snaking all over the house.

Re: Methods for Installing Prehung Doors

I really like Gary's technique - 6 shims do the job for me in most cases. However, I sometimes encounter crooked framing situations which may require more shims to get and keep the door jamb plumb.

Re: Stone and Shingle-style Carriage House

This is a terrible tease. I'd love to see a lot more detail... please!