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These clamps are so easy to use, you'll wonder how you ever managed without them.
The one-handed clamps featured in the article starting on page 8 came from several sources. The Irwin Quick-Grip and the Bessey Power Grip are both available from either the Woodsmith Store or Rockler. The Bessey Kliklamp is carried by Rockler. Craftsman clamps are available at Sears stores or through their catalog.
The one-handed Jorgensen E-Z Hold clamp shown in the article was ordered from the Adjustable Clamp Company. Their number is listed at right.
5 shop-tested tune-up techniques for making this handy tool work even better.
A plywood edge that won't be noticed? We'll show you how easy it is to do.
Just start with a simple plywood box and go from there. You won't believe the end result.
If you’re lucky, you can find all of the materials and supplies you need to build either of the window seats in a single trip to a lumberyard or home improvement center. The pre-made moldings (colonial baseboard, panel molding, and bead board) used are pretty common styles but they may vary slightly from store to store. It’s not critical that the moldings you use precisely match those shown. Just find something close and if necessary, you can make minor adjustments to the design.
It's functional and looks great, but the best part is it goes together with no trouble.
All of the hardware used on the knock-down bookshelf was purchased from Rockler. To assemble the bookshelf, you’ll need 2" connector bolts (#31849), cap nuts (#31815), hex-drive threaded inserts (#31872), and a handful of tabletop fasteners (#34215). To help level the bookshelf, you’ll want to install four cabinet lifting levelers (#81696).
This classic bed features simple joinery, hand-carved details, and traditional hardware.
You’ll really only need a small amount of hardware to build the pencil post bed. To attach the rails to the legs, I used standard 3/8" x 6" hex-head bolts with washers and nuts. You should be able to find these at any well-stocked hardware store or home improvement center.
If you would like to use traditional bed bolts on the project, these can be purchased from Rockler or one of the other sources listed. You’ll need to buy a bed bolt wrench as well.
To cover the counterbored holes I drilled in the legs to install the bed bolts, I purchased eight 11/2"-dia. antique brass bed bolt covers with screws (#99235) from Rockler. And finally, you’ll need eight traditional bed irons to support the box spring and mattress. They’re available from either Rockler (#38593) or Horton Brasses (#H-550). These bed irons can vary in size, so it’s best to have them in hand before you start cutting the mortises in the bed rails.
Learn the ins and outs of how to select the right joinery for your next project.
Can't find a space to do an assembly or even set down a tool? Take a look at some easy-to-build solutions to this common problem.
You probably already have the bits you need to make a host of decorative profiles.
You may already own one or all of the standard router bits used to make the profiles in the article on page 44. The three bits that I used are made by Amana Tool and can be purchased from the Woodsmith Store. Very similar bits are available from many other manufacturers.
Shellac can help you avoid common finishing problems and give you better results.
A chisel, carving knife, and file are all it takes to create this great-looking traditional detail.
