Page 5 - Woodworking FAQ

How do you fix the taped joints on a sanding belt?

What is the best tool to use to flatten lumber without it bowing?

What finish can you apply to a butcher block workbench?

What is the best way to disassemble a door glue-up?

How should you mount a blank on a lathe for bowl turning?

What is the best product to use to fill tiny holes in wood?

How do you remove a sticky feeling finish from a tabletop?

What do all of those screw numbers mean? It's a good thing to know – plans, instructions, specs and other woodworkers refer to specific kinds and sizes of screws all the time. Below, Lee Grindinger clears up the mystery in his response to a Woodworker’s Journal reader's question.

Woodworking Question: I've seen 7°, 9° and 14° dovetail bits, and even one that was 7.5°. Does the angle of a dovetail affect the strength of the joint, or is it just cosmetic? According to at least one scientific study, dovetail angles don't affect the strength of the joint and should just be chosen based on your bits and the aesthetics.

Help, my lumber is too short for the project I'm working on? What options do I have for end to end joining? Here are three expert opinions on end to end joining, courtesy of our friends at the Woodworker's Journal.