Gary Striegler

Second-generation builder Gary Striegler owns Craftsman Builders, a Fayetteville, Ark., company specializing in millwork and interior details. A frequent Fine Homebuilding contributor, Gary also teaches at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking (marcadams.com), presents trade-show seminars, and volunteers for Mercy International in Honduras.

How to Make Stepped Corbels with a Router Jig
A strip of scrap wood and a couple of router bits simplify the process of shaping the parts for these decorative wooden mantel brackets.
Built-ins for Odd Spaces
A simple, foolproof method for off-angle cabinets.
How Many Different Trim Nailers Do I Really Need?
It seems there's always one more must-have tool.
How To Build a Craftsman-Style Fireplace Mantel
Simple joinery and layered construction create a rock-solid, refined fireplace centerpiece.
Mill Arched Trim with a Homemade Compass
Gary Striegler demonstrates his simple router jig for cutting arched trim, essentially a simple compass made from scratch.
Must-Have Router Jigs: Cut Clean, Straight Dadoes With this Simple Guide
I’m Gary Striegler and this is one of my favorite routing jigs. It’s used to make dadoes, for instance like on this small shelving unit that I’m getting ready to…
Make an Inset Frieze or Panel Pattern with a Shop-Built Template
Builder Gary Striegler explains how he devised this router jig to create a panel pattern on a mantel.
Must-Have Router Jigs: Mortise Door Hardware With This Custom Guide
I’m Gary Striegler. I want to share with you something that will make your life a lot simpler any time you’re working with door hardware. This is probably the most…
Make Complex S-Curves with This Flexible Template
Learn about a router jig that allows you to create the perfect S-curve.
Job-Site Router Jigs
Made from material you likely have on hand, these router jigs add speed, accuracy, and detail to your trimwork.

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