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How to make wood dominos

I always liked playing with dominos, but was always disappointed when I ran out. Since I have a never-ending supply of domino stock in my shop, I set out to make them from walnut, cherry, hickory and maple.

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How To Create Contour Panels Using Kerfkore

Kerfkore patented bendable substrates can be used to form lightweight structural panels and architectural panels and allow for the creation of curves and imaginative shapes. Here is a demonstration of one of those.

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How To Apply Silicone Countertop Sealant

Hardware supplier Richelieu shows how to cut the right angle on a caulking nozzle to make a properly shaped bead of caulk to seal the seam between vertical and horizontal surfaces.

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How To Select the Right Cabinet Fastener

The selection of the proper cabinet fastener and fastening method are crucial for tightly binding joints as well as ensuring long-term usability. Length, gauge, head shape, finish and fastening requirements should all be primary concerns.

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Step-by-Step Building a Bubinga Slab Bench

I have been asked to make a bench for a master bedroom. A sketch with dimensions was provided but details such as material choice, joinery and finish were for me to decide. Starting with a massive slab I had to work my way around some defects. Here's what happened.