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This chart shows the many drivers and various finishes that HighPoint offers!

Box-building is rewarding, but nerve-wracking. As your work on a box progresses, the risks associated with errors increase sharply, and one mistake could mean scrapping the whole thing and starting over. Hinge installation is often the last step in the process, so many woodworkers are understandably anxious about it. The huge and bewildering number of hinge options can make just selecting a hinge a daunting task.

It can be a bit tricky to fasten pictures and shelves to your walls, particularly if the item you are hanging is heavy or needs to hold a heavy load.   Drywall has limited strength and the studs in the wall just never seem to line up with the spot you want to hang something on.  Fortunately there are a number of clever and useful hangers that can solve most any hanging problem.  The option you choose will depend on the type of hanging and the weight involved.

Charles Neil explains cablinet drawer slide installations.

Charles provides some insight into cabinet hinges that is sure to help with your cabinet doors and hanging decisions.

Sort out the different kinds of drill bits with Charles Neil.

Learn how to install piano hinges.

It is important to take a few minutes to calculate the required inch-pounds for any lid to ensure proper and safe function of the hardware.  The lid supports are very popular with children’s toy boxes and blanket chests.  These usually have heavy doors, which we don’t want to slam shut and injure children.

Woodcraft Magazine reviews the Confirmat-Style Starter Kit

Why Kreg Screws Are Better and How To Choose The Right Screw!