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Trim details transform a plywood case into a piece of furniture. 

Laguna’s new REVO lathe made a favorable first impression. It was good to see critical parts made from well-machined cast-iron, along with oversized, easy-to-use controls. 

Woodworkers, DIYers, and professional contractors took notice when Kreg Tools introduced a track saw system in 2016 that allowed users to attach their existing circular saws, bypassing the expense of a designated track saw. 

 When and why should I use haunched tenons?

Of all the picture frames I’ve built in my career, this remains one of my favorites. With its lovely but understated detailing, it conveys a simple elegance that respects a photo or painting without clamoring for attention itself.

The beauty (and utility) of Sandflex Blocks is more than skin deep. Unlike other foam-core sanding blocks that simply have an abrasive coating, Klingspor’s rubbery versions are impregnated with silicon carbide abrasive so that they expose fresh grit as they’re used. 

A snap-in blade mechanism transforms a basic block into a super smoother. 

I built the “Compact Clamp Cart” from the Oct/Nov 2018 issue and hung my clamps as you show in the article. 

The “Router-Table Basics” article on page 36 of the Dec/Jan 2019 issue was great.