Jigs and Fixtures

Straight-Hole Jig

Ideal for cabinetwork, these drill guides have a V-groove that centers the guide on 90-degree corners and curved edges.
Undercabinet Lighting Jig

A homemade T-square with a drilling guide centers a long drill bit in a cabinet bottom for running a puck-light wire.
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Move Panels Easily

Create an improvised panel cart with clamps and a dolly.
Build a Sturdy Shop Table

A gridded top makes clamping easy and keeps sawdust out of your way.
The Future of Tile Is Big

Full-wall porcelain panels offer the seamless look of stone with less cost and maintenance.
Easier Inside Measurements

Use a measuring block to to get accurate dimensions in hard-to-reach corners.
Great Stapler for Sheet Goods

The Cadex V3/90.40 narrow-crown stapler is the best tool for attaching cabinet backs and building jigs with thin material.
Sash Stand

This jig is perfect for holding window sashes when painting, planing, or other works needs to be done.
Copying Moldings

Use bamboo skewers and corrugated cardboard to make an improvised contour gauge for moldings of any size.

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