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Being a DIYer primarily interested in home renovation and getting into doing some woodworking, does anyone here believe there are any Festool tools in particular that are worth spending the extra money on? I am currently on the DeWalt 20v/60v platform for cordless products (I only have one...

First time poster here. I have what appears to be some rot on the edges of the boards on my deck. Is there anyway to "plug up" these holes, or do the entire planks need to be replaced at this point? I've attached two pictures with the problem areas circled in red. Thanks for your time.

So I built a wood table originally for a crafting area, then shortened it to fit in our RV that we are now living in and the legs of the table are on the outer edge (see picture). I’m wondering if any of you creative folk know a way I could maybe use the same legs but put them more towards the...

I have an 8' dock section with two posts about 18" above the deck. I'd really like to make a simple table that extends over the marsh vs over the dock. The full support of the table would need to flow through those two posts. My simple idea would be bolt a couple 4x4s to the posts, then 45...

Hi guys, My daughter said: "dad I want a bigger bed" and this is the end result:vs_laugh: Video walktrought:

Hi. In Toronto, ON and I'm finishing my attached double garage (20x20) in hopes of setting up a woodworking shop. It's not currently heated or cooled but I plan on using it year-round so heating is definitely coming and I may get a portable AC too in the future. Replaced the 2 garage doors with...

I'm making a new console table for my entryway, and as I've done with past furniture projects, I am using cheap framing lumber. My plan was for the top of this table to be a 3' piece of 2x12, and instead of my usual staining, I decided to try Shou Sugi Ban, the Japanese technique for burning...

Check out this video that displays how to Jim installs teak cabinetry in Miami in this weeks episode and showcases other work that was done in the penthouse condo of his client. I appreciate the feedback, share with your friends and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

I am working on some built-in cabinets and the veneer on my oak plywood countertop is cracking (see pic). Not sure why, but definitely not water or sun. It has been sitting in the room a month, so getting hit with the heat maybe did it? Either way, since I am pre-finish I am not sure how to...

I really enjoy fixing things, but I'm no real expert at any one thing. "Jack of all trades and master of none." No matter the setting I'm in I like helping others by fixing things. I grew up on a farm and enjoyed farm life, which included lots of hard work, dealing with cattle, pigs...

Hello. I am working on my first real DIY project, making a simple bedframe. I have sanded my pine boards, but notice that there are some holes from the knots in the wood. Can I fill this with spackle or do I have to use something special? I am NOT staining the wood. Only painting. Thanks for...

I'm a newbie and appreciate the community forum where we share experiences, ideas, tips, etc. Thanks for the welcome note and suggestion to share a bit about me. Retired and energetic at 62 yrs, I like to build, repair, and grow things. I get a particular thrill if it involves recycling...

I am beginning to dabble in woodworking and am trying to build a workshop out of a storage space under my carport. Whomever built it used 2X4 framing (8' x 12') with tar paper and 1/4" plywood siding on exterior. It's bare on inside and I am putting insulation and plywood covering on inside. A...

I am making my own board and batten shutters for the exterior of our home- I’d like to stain them instead of paint. Any suggestions on how to best seal the wood to keep it from being affected from the moisture outside? Any special stains that include sealant, or do I seal it after I stain? I...

The Woodworking & D.I.Y. Show Friday, October 22 through Sunday, October 24, 2010 Friday, Noon – 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Big Town Exhibition Hall 2323 Big Town Blvd. Mesquite, Texas 75149 The Woodworking & D.I.Y. Shows will set up shop in the Dallas area...

We all need to get the job done as quickly as possible but when dealing with tools as dangerous as a router cutter spinning at up to 52,000 RPM you cannot risk cutting corners. I can count on the three fingers I have left the times I've got away with cutting corners. Basic safety Hints...