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What is the Difference Between a Firmer and Mortise Chisel

A chisel is one of the oldest tools around. The firmer and mortise chisels are two different styles, with a thick blade designed to be used in combination with a mallet. The difference between a...

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Why do my sanding belts keep breaking?

When you are sanding and making some of the best possible-looking things you can imagine, you will usually reach a point where the belt breaks. Understanding why the sanding belt has worked perfectly...

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Best Finish for Dining Table

Applying a finish to wood surfaces is an important step in protecting your furniture. Finishing wood helps bring out the natural grain, protect from swelling and cracking, and enhance durability....

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Polyurethane Over Amber Shellac

Whenever you are using wood, you want to make sure it's protected, looks good, and feels good. To control these factors, you need to apply a wood finish. Sometimes the desired result comes from using...

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Where to buy the Cheapest Hardwood

Hardwood is expensive because it's strong and durable enough to last hundreds of years. It also often has unique, eye-catching colors. The price of hardwood depends on the provider and varies from...

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Is Sassafras Wood Safe to Work With?

The sassafras tree is a remarkably pretty one, and the wood of the sassafras tree is equally interesting. However, is sassafras wood technically safe to work with, or is it a health hazard? Let's...

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