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Laser-Guided Sonic Stop Makes Measuring Miter-Saw Cuts a Breeze

grateful.ed, editor at large | April 1st, 20137 comments

This cutting-edge technology will boost the efficiency of any home-building project

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How to Make a Simple Shop-Built Edge Clamp

grateful.ed, editor at large | January 21st, 20132 comments

Don't blow all your money on expensive bar clamps. Use a homemade tool made from scraps to glue on edge band and other long, thin pieces of wood.

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Small shop, productive results

TheTimberTailor, member | June 11th, 2012

When it comes to tools and shops its not what you got but how you use it.

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3/8" Drill Bit Extension - long as you need it

barker, member | April 1st, 2012

Well, I had to have a short extension for my 3/8 inch drive Forstner bit. Just had to. I went to three hardware stores and was pretty well convinced that they don't sell such a thing. 1/4 inch...

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Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Velux Skylight Planner

AARONLUBECK, Blogger | December 15th, 20114 comments

Clients love skylights. Now you can show them what one would look like in their living room.

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mobile carpenters workshop

jimmyco, member | December 7th, 2011

they have a workshop slide show of this on woodmagazine.com. But its really meant for building and remodeling houses! Its small when its closed. everything locks up tight so I use it like a gang box...

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Smart Phone Apps for Builders: Maps

AARONLUBECK, Blogger | February 4th, 2011

It’s simple and austere, representative characteristics of both Apple’s and Google’s success. Maps, or some comparable competitor, will soon be ubiquitous among modern builders.

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A Cyber Monday Deal Worth Considering...

JFink, Senior Editor | November 29th, 2010

If you just can't resist the temptation of Cyber Monday online shopping, you may as well spend your money on tools. Problem is that many of the cyber deals in our world are just the stuff that the...

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Slinky Nail Set Is Great for Tight Spots

DanMorrison, Executive editor, Fine Homebuilding & Green Building Advisor | October 6th, 20103 comments

In the current issue of “Fine Homebuilding,” trim carpenter Kit Camp did a review of this Spring Tools nail set. In this episode of the “Tool Hound,” we’re going to take...

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Premium-priced finish nailer makes the grade

JFink, Senior Editor | March 5th, 2010

The FN1664 is definitely at the high end of the 16-ga. price scale

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Big, Old and Beautiful.

RYagid, senior editor | February 24th, 20102 comments

Old iron makes a tool junky’s heart beat faster.

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Dewalt Hammer Drill Disassembled

JFink, Senior Editor | February 3rd, 20103 comments

We completely dissect a hammer drill to discover what makes a hammer drill …well, hammer

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Super Glue on Steroids

JFink, Senior Editor | January 28th, 20103 comments

Ever since I tried my first sample, of 2p-10 adhesive I’ve been hooked, or stuck rather

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IBS 2010: We're Taking Questions on New Tools and Products

ManKnit, executive producer | January 8th, 20104 comments

We're headed to Vegas for the annual International Builders' Show. Before we jet off for warmer pastures, post your questions and we'll hit the show floor in search of an answer.

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