Chair Spindle Fix

Chair Spindle Fix

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Carpentry Project Plans, Tips

A common shop repair is fixing spindles in a chair that have loosened up. When the end of the spindle is too small for the hole, a good fix is to simply wrap and glue thin veneer around it. To hold the veneer in place while the glue dries, use an automotive hose...
Chair Spindle Fix

Glue Containers

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Glue, Tips

Getting black glue lines on projects? Metal containers like coffee cans can cause this problem, which occurs more often with white glue than with yellow glue. Glues with a pH lower than 7 can absorb iron from the metal, and the dissolved iron can react with certain...
Chair Spindle Fix

One Hand Nailing

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Nailing & Drilling, Tips

There are times when you have just one hand free to both hold the nail in place and hammer. One hand nailing is easier than it sounds. Simply wedge the nail between the hammer’s claw with the point facing forward and the nail head resting on the hammer head...
Chair Spindle Fix

Scratch Prevention

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Carpentry Project Plans, Tips

To help protect your wood projects from scratches during finishing, use carpet on one of your workbenches. Then make it a habit to keep all tools and fasteners off of the carpet. Carpeting can also be used in other places around the shop where finished work comes to...
Chair Spindle Fix

Choosing A Drill

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Nailing & Drilling, Tips

Power drills come in 3 sizes; 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2-in. Size refers to the largest capacity of bit that will fit in the drill’s chuck. 3/8-in. drills are the most versatile. They’re powerful, yet light enough to easily hold and manage. Larger bits can drill...
Chair Spindle Fix

Cleaning Bits

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Carpentry, Carpentry Tools, Tips

After a few uses, resin will build up on your drill and router bits and lessen their effectiveness. An easy way to clean them is to slip on a pair of rubber gloves and safety goggles then spray each bit with household oven cleaner. Scrub away the resin with a medium...