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    Woodworking Basics

    Check out these basic woodworking how tos, tips, tricks, and guides to kickstart your next project!

    • How to Use a Pocket Hole Jig
    • 7 Pocket Hole Mistakes You Could Be Making
    • How to Fix a Warped Cabinet Door
    • Choosing What Screw to Use for DIY Furniture Projects
    • 5 Ways to Prevent Tear Out When Cutting Wood
    • How to Use the Kreg XL Pocket Hole Jig
    • How to Use the Kreg Micro Pocket Hole Jig
    • How to Add a Clear Finish to DIY Furniture
    • 7 Ways To Build a Cabinet Door
    • How to Choose Cabinet Door Hinges
    • How to Stain Wood Furniture
    • How to Use a Square for Woodworking
    • How to Read a Tape Measure
    • How to Use a Dowel Jig
    • How to Cut Angles on a Miter Saw
    • How to Sand Wood
    • How to Add Adjustable Shelves To Cabinets and Furniture
    • How to Choose Plywood for Furniture and Cabinets
    • How to Install Drawer Fronts
    • How to Determine Cabinet Door Size
    • How to Buy Lumber for Your DIY Projects
    • Understanding Lumber Sizing–for beginners!
    • How to Install Concealed Hinges
    • How to Install Drawers with Side Mount Drawer Slides
    • How to Build a Drawer Box
    • How to Measure and Size Drawers
    • How to Install Threaded Inserts for Furniture Feet
    • How to Make a Circle Jig for Your Router
    • Woodworking Tips: How to Draw a Circle of Any Size
    • How to Cut Crown Molding Laying Flat
    • How to Cut Crown Molding with a Miter Saw
    • How to Build Base & Pantry Cabinets–For My Workshop!
    • Finish vs. Brad vs. Pin Nailer vs. Stapler-Which is Best?
    • 4 Ways to Fill a Pocket Hole
    • How to Cover Plywood Edges
    • 5 Secrets to Professional Looking DIY Furniture
    • The Easiest Way to Cut Down Plywood Sheets
    • How to Build Drawers–EVERYTHING You Need to Know
    • How to Make DIY Cabinet Doors
    • How to Square Board Edges and Make Your Own 2x2s

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