Woodworking Tips And Tidbits – 02/24/08

February 24, 2008 | Filed under: Tips & Tidbits | Posted by: Woodworker's Guide

1. Don’t check your lathe toolrest by running your fingers along it while turning a pen blank. The square edge of the blank will catch your fingertip, ripping the skin away from the nail causing great pain and distress.

2. Always, always, always wear your face shield when turning.

3. Measure twice, cut once is not enough. You must ensure your measurements are correct first, then measure twice and cut once.

4. The higher the clamp pressure, the thinner the glue line. The thinner the glue line, the stronger the joint. Most woodworkers are probably underclamping their joints.

5. Create an ebonizing stain by using equal parts of vinegar, water and steel wool, allowing to soak for two weeks. Store in a glass jar with a breathable lid to allow hydrogen gas to escape.

These are just a few tips that I picked up over this past week. They come from a variety of sources including books, magazines, newsletters, online and from personal experience.

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