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The 7 Myths of Polyurethane

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All levels of finishing are burdened with myths, but the types of finishes used by amateurs and sold in home centers and woodworking stores suffer the most. Myths about polyurethane are a good example of the problem.Source

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Thin Strip Cutting Jig for T.S.

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I need to make a lot of thin strips soon and I got tired of using my primitive set ups for cutting them on the table saw and decided to make a real jig. I used whatever scraps I had and turned the knob. I put some quick reference marks on the side but I'll check anyway to make sure it's the right thickness. Pic 5 shows the last piece less than 1/32nd.
I used a old ball bearing from the bandsaw so it glides smoothly. I've seen others use it and it's a great idea. I also got to use my MCLS wood threader again, boy I love those threaders for threading wood. I used it for the bottom glide for the miter slot and for the knob with some epoxy. No need for threaded inserts. Very simple to make. Why did I wait so long.
Finished with OB's shine juice and waxed. I don't know how many of you guys out there have one but if you don't you should think about making one.
I hope this helps out some of you jocks.
Thanks for looking.

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Music Box

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“Relatively” recent project of cherry wood. Design took years to evolve, months to mature the design and size and two years to complete the display. As with my “aquarium”, besides the materials and individual design, the display and association with other objects were as important. Some would suggest the “display” needed the “staff (staph)?” to provide structure and organization to the final result, .. but I'm (in no way) a musician, my wife is, and it was more important (to me) to express the free flow of music as it is experienced by the listener. Some would suggest the display was a little too noisy (double entandre (sp?)) but (as always) that's their problem. Enjoy! I should get around to uploading another in a couple of weeks. Expect variety!

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Military Time 24 hr Wall Clock

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Hi:Just today I completed a 24 hour clock (military time) for my son and his family. He's a Major in Canadian Forces.The clock was made from the lid of a wine barrel. Although the clock's hands are not showing in the photos, they were included in the package I shipped out. The clock movement attaches to a recess on the back of the clock. The movement has a 7/8” stem, and will have 8” hand attached.Dimension is 20” diameter. Clear finish. White Oak.

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Creating a Cord Channel for a Lamp Base

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Creating a Cord Channel for a Lamp Base I recently ran into a turning dilemma when my wife asked me to make her a quick, inexpensive lamp base. I decided that a two-piece base would do the trick, attaching a …Source

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