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computer drawing programs

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I am looking for a SIMPLE furniture design computer program. A free2D program would be great.

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Latest Project - Small TV Console

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I just finished this small TV console for my daughter (she needed/asked for it for her apartment).

Dimensions: 53L x 15D x 24H
Case, Base and Top: Afromosia
Door and End Panels: Black Limba

The case work was a bit trickier that I had anticipated - but got thru it. Also, took a bit of tweaking to get the sliding doors just right - not too loose; but not too tight (they needed to slide with ease, but not like a race track!). I also incorporated a floating top for the piece which I folded back on itself (i.e., bookmatched) from 8/4 stock. I have really come to like working with Afromosia - some call it the poor man's Teak (although it isn't that inexpensive - but clearly not a pricey as Teak). Easy to work with, very stable and finishes nicely. The Black Limba panels add a little character.

Now I just have to figure out how to get the dang thing to NY! (I live in the SF Bay Area).


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Can anybody recommend a good straight edge

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I find that I need something to break down plywood stock. Is there any type of track that is 8 ft long which I could use with my circular saw.

I have been using an 8 ft long piece of Hardie board because it is the only thing I have that has a good straight edge. Is there any thing better? I've seen some KREG stuff but it was shorter than 8 ft and it seemed expensive For what it was.

Thanks

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