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Fitting Wallpaper Around Trim

November 14, 2018

Paperhanger John Clift shows how to align, cut, and fold wallpaper for a clean fit where it meets windows and doors.
Must-Have Router Jigs: Mill Arched Trim With a Homemade Compass

November 13, 2018

This might be the router jig I use the very most. It’s one of the simplest, but boy does it help me out, because truthfully, I’m not that good with…
Must-Have Router Jigs: Cut Clean, Straight Dadoes With this Simple Guide

November 13, 2018

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…
Must-Have Router Jigs: Make any Inset Frieze or Panel Pattern with a Shop-Built Template

November 13, 2018

This jig was kind of invented out of necessity one of those times I said, “Oh I’m sure I could do that,” and it turned out I had to figure…
Duct Tape Keeps Miters Together

September 12, 2018

Line up the mitered corners of the trim in out-of-square corners
Tighten Up Your Trimwork

September 12, 2018

Though it doesn’t have a cord or battery, a block plane is a powerful finish-carpentry tool
How to Install Vinyl Corner Bead

August 1, 2018

Mastered in a Minute: A favorite of many pros, vinyl bead attaches quickly with spray adhesive.
Video: Timber Frame With Basic Tools

July 11, 2018

See how craftsmen create this true timber-frame look without relying completely on timber-frame joinery.
Video: A Better Joint for Beaded Casings

July 9, 2018

Jack miters are part butt joint and part miter, and they can be cut by hand or production-style with a router and shop-made jig.
Two Ways to Cut Jack Miters

July 5, 2018

Part miter, part butt joint, this hybrid for beaded casing is elegant and stable.