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You can find fixed-base routers wherever tools are sold or online at amazon.com. Ryobi and Ridgid routers are available from Home Depot. The Ryobi router doesn’t come with a T-handle wrench, but you can order one from amazon.com, part no. 513667001.
You can also purchase the RoboReel Air Hose Reel system and accessories directly from the manufacturer, Great Stuff, Inc. Additionally, a full line of Coxreels are available at coxreels.com. The new line of air hose reels from Coxreels are painted blue.
Learn how to dress up a small box with metal inlay. The technique is easy to master and it’s a great way to add a special touch to your next small project.
For the pattern shown in the article, I used bronze for the oak leaves and copper for the acorn. The box was stained with Minwax’s English Chestnut. After that, two coats of spray lacquer provide protection.
This small bench has big-time features. Mounted to a standard workbench, it offers multiple clamping options and secures a workpiece at a more comfortable working height.
You’ll find that quick and easy woodworking techniques are all you need to build this stylish, end-of-the-bed bench. It would be a great addition to a entryway, as well.
Our cushion is Sand, but there are several other colors available. The bench was stained with a mixture of three parts Zar cherry stain and one part Wood Kote Jel’d stain (cherry). Then it was sprayed with two coats of lacquer.
Looking for a sanding station for your shop? Well, check out this handy belt sander accessory. It’s a simple solution to get more our of your shop lathe.
The louvered doors of this cabinet give it a distinct look, but you’ll soon realize that providing a home for your TV along with added storage makes it a must-have addition.
The console was stained with two coats of Minwax’s Slate waterbased stain. The first coat was allowed to dry, and the second coat was wiped on more aggressively. Then a coat of General Finishes’ Glazed Effects in Van Dyke Brown was brushed on and wiped off. Excess glaze was intentionally left in some of the corners and profiled moldings to highlight those areas. Once it dried, two coats of lacquer were applied.
You can find a wide variety of sharpening supplies from most woodworking retailers.
