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Shop Update - Drill Press & Organization

In this week's Shop Update I do a little organization, un-box my new Craftsman drill press, and think about a few new projects coming up. Ever want to know what a hold fast is, use Tried and True on an outdoor project, or see the cross-section of 40 coats of poly? Stay tuned....

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Shop Hack - DIY Wipe-On Poly

A quick shop tip/hack about how to make your own wipe on poly hand rubbed solution. You just need a few quick tools and an old 1 quart can that is clean.

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Shop Update - Q & A - How Do I Begin Woodworking?

In this episode of Shop Update I answer a few questions about getting into woodworking, paint and cold temps, and how to get beeswax and what to do with it.

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Planing Your Workbench Flat

I decided to plane my workbench recently and thought I would give everyone a few ideas about the process I use. The workbench top is made from 2 x 6's cut in half and laminated together. It is about 6 feet long and 2 feet wide.

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How To Make a Queen Sized Bed for Under $30

In this short video I explain how I made a queen sized bed for under $30 using just framing lumber, screws, staples and some leftover fabric. Portable and easy to assemble this is a great way to make a bed of any size.