As reader David Kalin, of Kaneohe, HI, knows, the problem with portable tablesaws is that they’re not too good without an outfeed table for some important tasks, such as cutting a sheet of plywood. In this video tip, Fine Homebuilding editor Kevin Ireton demonstrates a low-cost solution that David let us know about.
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That's an idea! I don't normally try and undertake the big sawing jobs on my own at home because I've very little storage space for a big table - my backyard is already quite cluttered as it is! But your solution might actually be quite feasible in my scenario. Looks like I'll have to pick up a new project so that I can test the theory out now won't I? Haha!
I love the idea for the big table here. Sure looks a lot more convenient than lugging my workbench out from storage into the outdoors anyway.