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Issue 115

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Circular-Saw Basics

A sidewinder is the most important tool on the job site, but did anybody ever teach you how to use one safely and effectively?

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Repainting Kitchen Cabinets

A rentable sprayer and good surface preparation are keys to a new-looking kitchen.
How to Avoid Common Flashing Errors

Building paper and adhesive-backed bituminous tape are vital ingredients in protecting a building from water damage.
Building Wood Baseboard-Radiator Covers

A little easy-to-assemble trim dresses up these homely metal heaters.
A Large Cornice Made From Built-up Moldings

A molding head on a radial-arm saw shapes the coves, and plywood forms support the moldings.

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Shopping for Interior Doors

There are lots of choices between expensive wooden style-and-rail and cheap hollow-core doors.
A Different Approach to Rafter Layout

Measuring along the bottom of the rafters and using a site-built jig simplify the process.
Making Lumber With a Bandsaw Mill

One alternative to the high cost and poor quality of lumber these days is finding the trees and cutting them into boards yourself
Choosing and Installing a Bathroom-Vent Fan

Pick a fan that's quiet and powerful, and keep the duct short.

What is the Difference

What's the Difference: Belt sanders

Finish sanding is one thing, but if you're looking to remove lots of stock in a short amount of time, you'll need a belt sander

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Snakebitten

Great moments in building history: A towel-eating snake?

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