Paul Johnson

After several years as a professional musician, Paul Johnson returned to renovation and started his own company, Paul Johnson Carpentry and Remodeling (www.pauljohnsoncarpentry.com) in Portland, Ore. When not working, he can be found behind the drums or walking in the woods in the hills outside Portland.

Small, Sturdy Handsaw
Tajima's G-Saw folding saws are handy for general woodcutting and fine carpentry.
Compact Stackable Compressor
Rolair's Airstak compressor is built into a convenient Systainer box, making it easy to stack in your truck and carry onto the job site.
More Horses for Colt Routers
There’s a new Bosch Colt on the market, and its variable-speed, soft-start motor has been beefed up.
Build a Custom Rollout Cabinet
Pushed beneath the counter, it’s a kitchen cabinet with an adjustable shelf. Pulled out, it’s an extra work surface with a butcher-block top.
Tool Test: Compact Routers
Choose the best tool for profiling, flush trimming, and mortising one-handed.
Mini Dust Collector
This smaller system offers the power or dust collection capability of a full-size vac.
CM12SD Sliding Miter Saw
CM12SD Sliding Miter Saw
Tool Test: 12-in. Compound-Miter Saws
With a host of innovative features, one saw rises to the top.
Skil 3821-01 Compound-Miter Saw
Loud, dusty
Ridgid R4122 Compound-Miter Saw
Easy-to-see miter scale

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