How Strong is Wood Filler?

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Matt Hagens

Invisible joints, pocket-hole joinery, and dowels have something in common.  They are all ways of hiding screws and nail holes.  The use of wood filler is another when screws are countersunk or a nail punch is used.  What about larger …

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Tips for Cutting Wood in Tight Spaces

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Matt Hagens

We’re not sure here at Obsessed Woodworking how many times we have written “the right tool for the right job,” but this piece is a perfect example of that maxim.  Tight spot tools, if you will. It’s not so much …

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Is Wood Glue Stronger Than Screws?

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Matt Hagens

You’ve likely heard the expression “belt and suspenders” and understand its meaning.  Better to be safe, so to speak, don’t want your pants falling down at an inopportune moment. That same discussion can be had about glue and screws.  We …

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How Strong is Gorilla Wood Glue?

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Matt Hagens

Perhaps you remember that old advertisement with a construction worker hanging from a steel beam after applying some Gorilla Glue to his work helmet. It was a silly demonstration, but Gorilla Glue is pretty strong.  Many of us have used …

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How Strong Is Wood Glue?

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Matt Hagens

Glues today are very strong, stronger, even than the wood they join. They are also effective adhesives with other materials too, but we’ll focus our attention on wood. Wood Glue Shear Strength Wood glue really does hold, and in most …

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How Long Does Wood Glue Take To Dry?

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Matt Hagens

Ever wondered how long you should wait for wood glue to set? Or to remove your woodworking clamps? A lot depends on the glue you’re using. One common type is PVA (such as the brand Titebond), which you might know …

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How to Remove Dust From Wood After Sanding

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Matt Hagens

I’ve learned over the years that one of the most crucial steps in achieving a flawless wood finish on any woodworking project is thoroughly removing all dust from the wood after sanding. No matter how precise my cuts are or …

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How to Flatten Wood Without a Planer

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Matt Hagens

Not all wood stock will come to you flat, square and smooth.  This is, of course, true of rough lumber purchased directly from a sawmill.  But it’s also true of your neighborhood lumber yard.  For serious woodworking, whether making furniture …

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How To Attach Sandpaper To An Orbital Sander

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Matt Hagens

Proper sanding is a key step in almost all woodworking projects. While hand sanding is an option, it’s time-consuming (and not much fun). A more efficient choice is using a power sander, particularly a random orbital sander. As sandpaper wears …

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How to Cut a Straight Line With a Bandsaw

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Matt Hagens

A well-equipped woodworking shop will have, at the least, a table saw and a chop saw/miter saw among its power tools.  Each does what it is intended to do well and plays an integral part in the woodworking process. A very well-equipped woodworking shop will …

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Why Run a Router Bit at High Speed?

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Matt Hagens

Unlock the full potential of your woodworking projects by understanding the benefits of running your router bit at high speed. Discover how this simple technique can transform your cuts and elevate the quality of your work. So it is with …

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