ShopNotes Online Extras give you step-by-step videos, technique and project animation, bonus cutting diagrams, and a lot more. http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/extras/ Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:31:59 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2-ppt http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/images/layout/shopnotes-masthead-small.gif http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/extras/ http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/102/extras/cabinetmakers-workbench-model/ Patterned after a workbench found in wood shops at the turn of the 20th century, this traditional-style bench has it all. And it starts with the worksurface. The large top provides plenty of room to work on any project. The solid-wood top also features a large face vise and shop-built tail vise. And there's plenty of storage underneath — with or without the optional drawers. Classic details, like the shop-made car siding and trim molding, add to the appeal. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:45:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/102/videos/cabinetmakers-workbench-animation/ Patterned after a workbench found in wood shops at the turn of the 20th century, this traditional-style bench has it all. And it starts with the worksurface. The large top provides plenty of room to work on any project. The solid-wood top also features a large face vise and shop-built tail vise. And there's plenty of storage underneath — with or without the optional drawers. Classic details, like the shop-made car siding and trim molding, add to the appeal. This video highlights the construction and features of the project. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:15:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/102/extras/cabinetmakers-workbench-drawers/ The workbench in ShopNotes No. 102 (page 24) offers a lot of storage space on the shelf underneath. To make better use of that space for storing smaller items, you can build this drawer cabinet. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Design Options Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:00:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/102/extras/fraction-to-decimal-conversion-chart/ Working with fractions is a fact of life in the shop. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:45:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/101/extras/air-tool-station/ Air-operated tools are a great addition to any shop. But the problem often becomes how to keep all the tools, hoses, and accessories efficiently organized. This mobile workcenter is the answer. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:42:17 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/101/extras/fine-tool-cabinet/ This tool cabinet proves that a great-looking project can be easy to build and completed in a short amount of time. At its heart is a grooved back panel that accepts a variety of custom tool holders. The back is wrapped by a simple case with an open display shelf. A pair of glass pane doors keeps out dust and still lets you see the tools inside. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:45:34 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/100/extras/6-step-router-plate-installation/ The biggest challenge to making any router tabletop is cutting an opening for the insert plate so that it fits perfectly. To answer that challenge when it came to building the ultimate router table, I used a foolproof method that doesn't require any tedious measuring or layout. Just a few common shop tools. The nice thing about this method is you can use it to create an opening for any size or type of plate. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:40:06 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/100/extras/router-table-option-door-and-back/ Two simple pieces of MDF is all it takes to help tackle two issues that trouble router tables — dust and noise. Adding the back panel and door you see here is a straightforward upgrade to the ultimate router table and also gives it a cleaner look. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Design Options Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:13:09 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/100/extras/ultimate-router-table/ A router table can be as simple as a flat plywood top clamped to your workbench with the router bolted to it. But a router table is such an important tool that it deserves a permanent place and a few more features. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:00:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/099/extras/panel-cutting-lumber-cart/ I use quite a bit of plywood for furniture and shop projects. But I always end up with a number of odd-sized pieces left over. Although they're not as big as full sheets, these cutoffs still take up a lot of space. My solution is this lumber storage cart. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:14:58 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/098/extras/using-the-leigh-dovetail-jig/ When it comes to cutting dovetails of all shapes and sizes, this jig can handle it all. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:13:26 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/098/extras/curved-lid-tool-chest/ Building a handsome home for your tools is always a special project, and this tool chest is no exception. A little time and patience is all it takes. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:30:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/098/extras/folding-worktable/ Space in a shop is always at a premium, so I'm always looking for ways I can make better use of the space I already have. That's where this table comes in. It's the perfect extra worksurface or tool stand. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:00:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/098/extras/gluing-box-joints/ Gluing up box joints can be a tedious job. But there are a few things you can do to make the task easier. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:00:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/098/extras/miter-saw-fence-risers/ The miter saw fence system shown in ShopNotes No. 98 is a great way to add accuracy and extend the capabilities of your miter saw. It was designed for a worksurface with the miter saw mounted to an adjacent recessed shelf. However, you can still take advantage of the fence system even if you don't have this same setup. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Design Options Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:00:00 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/097/videos/before-and-after-shop-upgrade/ With a few sheets of plywood, MDF, some 2x4s, and common hardware, you can build this complete storage system and workcenter. It's designed for maximum utility in a minimum amount of space. Plus, you can customize it to suit your needs and shop layout. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Tue, 29 Jan 2008 22:55:59 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/097/videos/making-a-zero-clearance-insert/ While an auxiliary fence prevents tearout along the back edge of a workpiece, it doesn't help along the bottom face. As the blade exits the bottom of the workpiece, the teeth can cause tearout -- especially with the wide opening in most table saw inserts. If you need a clean cut along both faces of a workpiece, the solution is a zero-clearance insert. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Fri, 21 Dec 2007 20:55:02 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/097/videos/sanding-an-edge-straight/ An oscillating spindle sander is a great help for smoothing contours. But I came up with a way to use mine to "joint" or smooth the edge of a straight workpiece. (Note: this tip works well with a drill press as well. See the video.) The simple key is a jointing fence. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Thu, 20 Dec 2007 20:19:39 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/097/extras/before-and-after-shop-upgrade/ Organization is the key to making any shop work well, no matter what the size. And if your shop is like most, it could use some additional storage space. (I know mine could.) That's where this shop system comes in. It's obvious there's a lot of storage space packed into this wall system. What's not so apparent is its easy-to-build design. Each unit is assembled from standardized components. And it's made from inexpensive, easy-to-find construction lumber, MDF, and plywood. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 19 Dec 2007 22:57:24 +0100 http://toolreviews.shopnotes.com/issues/097/videos/using-a-beam-compass/ Using a beam compass like this one from ShopNotes No. 97 can help with a wide variety of layout tasks in the shop. This beam compass has a fixed head at one end and a sliding head that moves along the beam. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:00:00 +0100