Tips for sharpening and using a chisel, one of the carpenter's basic tools.
By Jeff Gorton in The Family Handyman - January 2002
How to Use Lacquer as a Wood Finish
Durability, stain resistance and ease of application of lacquer for finishing wood
By the experts at The Family Handyman in The Family Handyman - September 2001
How to Use Oil-Based Polyurethane Over Water-Based Polyurethane
Use a sanding screen before coating a water-based finish with an oil-based urethane
By the experts at The Family Handyman in The Family Handyman - November 2002
How to make tight joints with pocket screw jigs.
By Jeff Gorton in The Family Handyman - February 2003
Install a sturdy new oak stair rail
By Jeff Gorton in The Family Handyman - October 2004
Install Prefinished Wood Flooring
Save time and money by installing a prefinished, engineered wood floor. The only tools you need are a miter saw and a flooring stapler and finish nailer.
by David Radtke in The Family Handyman
This stylish but sturdy shelf unit will neatly hold your stuff--and you can build it in a day
By Kurt Lawton in The Family Handyman - February 2004
Lengthening An Interior Wood Door
Adding onto a door to extend its length
By the experts at The Family Handyman in The Family Handyman - March 2003
Make Natural Wood Trim Look Perfect
Make trim look great with grain matching, scribing and custom wood putty.
by Duane Johnson in The Family Handyman - November 2005
Making Saw Cuts With A Circular Saw
Use special jigs and techniques to make perfect angle, bevel and rip cuts with a hand-held circular saw.
By Jeff Gorton in The Family Handyman - June 2005
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