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An amatuer woodworker talking shop and sharing his experiences with all of you. If you're new to woodworking or just enjoy time in the shop check out the show. Straight grains and sharp blades.

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372 "10" Essential Router Bits with Whiteside

While working with the great folks at Whiteside Router Bits (Clark Whiteside and Chris Miller) at the West Virginia Woodcraft show. I had a chance to record an episode for this month's 'Router Bit of the Month' based on an article written by Gary Rogowski in Fine Woodworking Magazine's September/October 2006 issue titled "10 Essential Router Bits - These bits will conquer the majority of woodworking tasks". Click here to learn more about the article This is a common question that many of you ...

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[ Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:28:04 -0400 ]

371 Hendrik's June Visit Pt 2

The second half our June visit with Hendrik... There's no set theme to today's show, just whatever woodworking questions came in from you the listener's. So hopefully you'll hear something you were wondering about too. And if not, don't worry, once the summer is over Hendrik will be back for more shows in the fall. So in the meantime enjoy today's episode! If you'd like to find out more about Hendrik. Whether it's to checkout some of his projects, sign up for a class, buy one of his DVDs ...

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[ Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:29:09 -0400 ]

370 Hendrik's June Visit Pt 1

Before heading off for our traditional summer hiatus here at Matt's Basement Workshop we have our very own guest expert Hendrik Varju stopping by just one more time to take a few of your questions. There's no set theme to today's show, just whatever woodworking questions came in from you the listener's. So hopefully you'll hear something you were wondering about too. And if not, don't worry, once the summer is over Hendrik will be back for more shows in the fall. So in the meantime enjoy tod...

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[ Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:51:13 -0400 ]

369 Ted & Norah of Roarockit Skateboards

Building projects with kids can be both fulfilling and...interesting...at the same time. Finding the right project is probably the hardest part of the build. But when you do, it's well worth it. Back around December of last year I had a chance to build a skateboard project with my kids. We contacted the folks at Roarockit Skateboard company about one of their build-it-yourself skateboard decks and they happily helped us out. We documented the build and many of you had questions about it and...

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[ Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:21:02 -0400 ]

368 Milescraft Pantograph

I've had this really neat router pantograph in my own shop for about a year or more and being able to use it to craft, out of the ordinary signs, that your typical router sign making kit just can't do I was really excited when the guys from Milescraft asked if I'd be interested in demonstrating it at the Woodcraft Vendor's/Dealers show in Charleston, West Virginia. The beauty of the Milescraft router pantograph is that you can use a wide assortment of fonts, pictures and shapes to create unique...

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[ Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:35:01 -0400 ]

367 Minimizing Tearout - Chris Schwarz at WIA 1.0

For today's episode we're going to travel back to Berea, Kentucky for the first Woodworking in America conference. Chris Schwarz presented a lecture that covers a topic many of us struggle with everytime we pick up a tool, be it muscle powered or electrical...TEAROUT!! While there's no sure fire cure for tearout and no way to completely eliminate it. We can take steps that'll help to minimize it so it's less of an issue. At the time of this recording, Lost Art Press' printing of Moxon had ju...

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[ Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:08:35 -0400 ]

366 Krylon Stain Spray Can

Once in a while I'll get an email from a company asking if I'd be willing to try out one of their products and maybe post my results on the show. Being the freebie whore that I am, I couldn't resist saying yes to something! Krylon, the makers of some of the most popular spray paint on the market, introduced an exterior stain in a spray can and since as we all know I don't own a spray gun this product seems made for my needs. I was a little concerned at first it wouldn't give decent coverage, ...

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[ Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:55:24 -0400 ]

365 Whiteside's Rabbet Bit Set

Throughout the month of June 2009, Woodcraft and Matt's Basement Workshop are featuring Whiteside Router Bit's Rabbet Bit set as the router bit of the month. Following along with the idea of "essential" router bit profiles, a rabbeting bit is without a doubt one of these. In just about every project we build, whether it's as small as a box to as large as an entertainment center. Somewhere along the way a rabbet or two will need to be cut. Having a rabbeting bit on hand will make quick work o...

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[ Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:02:11 -0400 ]

364 Hand Applied Finishes with Hendrik Pt 2

For this month's visit with our very own guest expert Hendrik. We're wrapping up our 3 part mini-series on finishing by discussing hand-applied finishes and finishing techniques. It's safe to say that hand application of a finish is the most common method being used by home shop/small shop woodworkers. Whether it's applying a traditional penetrating oil such as tung oil or a topcoat such as lacquer, there are steps that can make the difference between a great result and one you wish had never...

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[ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:44:32 -0400 ]

363 Hand Applied Finishes with Hendrik

For this month's visit with our very own guest expert Hendrik. We're wrapping up our 3 part mini-series on finishing by discussing hand-applied finishes and finishing techniques. I think it's safe to say that hand application of a finish is the most common method being used by home shop/small shop woodworkers. Whether it's applying a traditional penetrating oil such as tung oil or a topcoat such as lacquer, there are steps that can make the difference between a great result and one you wish h...

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[ Thu, 28 May 2009 17:34:08 -0400 ]

Wood Talk Online No.55

What's on the Bench? Marc is prepping for the big move. Matt has is "banana plane" back (the no.4-1/2). Its back from it's rehab session and is performing like a champ. Around the Web: Lumberjocks.com. Benjamin Moore iPhone App. NYTimes Article News: Woodworking in America: Furniture Construction and Design Aug. 14-16, 2009, Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill. Woodworking in America: Hand Tools and Techniques Oct. 2-4, 2009, Valley Forge, Penn. Register Today! Sweet Deals: Eagle A...

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[ Fri, 22 May 2009 08:37:36 -0400 ]

362 Visiting Friends

I wanted to share with all of you another out of the shop moment I had a couple of weeks ago. For those of you who attended the Lie-Nielsen Toolworks show in Cincinnati this is probably not as exciting. But for anyone who hasn't had a chance to attend one, here's a sneak peak at what you might find when you do. No matter how low-key the location, the chance to take tools we've thought about out for a spin is priceless. Then when you throw in ongoing demonstrations into the mix, it makes for ...

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[ Wed, 20 May 2009 13:26:23 -0400 ]

361 May RBM

For all of May 2009, Woodcraft and Matt's Basement Workshop are featuring Whiteside Router Bit's 1/4" shank, 3/8" diameter chamfer cutting bit as router bit of the month. In my opinion, chamfer cutting bits are one of the essential router bits that should be found in everyone's collection of profiles. They produce a simple edge detail that can add a great deal of beauty to your projects. And as I've mentioned over and over, chamfer profiles can help to make a square, bulky component look lig...

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[ Thu, 14 May 2009 22:46:57 -0400 ]

360 Marc Adams School

It's been a couple of weeks since I drove down to the Indianapolis area to attend a weekend class at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking. You're probably aware by now that I decided to take a class being taught by Chris Schwarz and Thomas Lie-Nielsen on hand planes. This was a subject I already felt confident about, but having the opportunity to learn from people who you know, really know their stuff...well I'm not about to pass that up. And just as I suspected, I ended up walking away lear...

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[ Mon, 11 May 2009 19:32:13 -0400 ]

359 Kickback in Action

Safety Week 2009 is coming to an end, but that doesn't mean we can go back to our old habits...especially if they were bad ones!! Next to the dangers of dust exposure I think one of the most talked about topics is tablesaw kickback. Unfortunately at some point all of us will have experienced it. The question at hand is how can we minimize the damage when it happens. If we're lucky we'll be able to walk away with no more than a scratch, a little shakey and maybe with a new sense of appreciati...

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[ Fri, 08 May 2009 06:17:00 -0400 ]

358 Pushsticks and Featherboards

Safety Week 2009 is almost half over and everywhere you look everyone's talking safety. Take a few minutes this week and visit with all of the various blogs, websites and shows to see what people have to say about one of the most important topics in the shop. For today's episode let's take a look at two of the most basic but commonly used safety tools in our shops, push sticks and featherboards. Both come in different shapes and sizes. And regardless of whether you choose to make your own ...

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[ Wed, 06 May 2009 05:59:38 -0400 ]

357 Sensible about safety

It's the beginning of Safety Week 2009 and everywhere you look everyone's talking safety. Take a few minutes this week and visit with all of the various blogs, websites and shows to see what people have to about one of the most important topics in the shop. With that said, today's episode was inspired by a comment made by my favorite woodworking magazine editor, Chris Schwarz. At the heart of it all woodworking is an adventure for the senses. It's not just visual and tactile, but it uses alm...

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[ Mon, 04 May 2009 07:42:06 -0400 ]

356 Hand Applied Staining

As promised here is the regularly scheduled Hendrik episode for April, 2009. In today's episode Hendrik discusses hand staining your project. Many of us struggle all the time to get even, unblotchy results from stains and in the process find ourselves frustrated and angry. Hendrik offers some great ideas about minimizing that frustration and also answers some listener's questions too. Don't forget about last week's episode where we talked about Hendrik's upcoming seminar all about "Startin...

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[ Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:30:00 -0400 ]

355 Bonus Hendrik Episode

Hey everyone I know it's been a while since the last episode, but I've got a little surprise for you. I had a chance to talk with Hendrik about his upcoming seminar all about "Starting a Woodworking Business"...something that is near and dear to many of us. This is just a little sneak peek at what you would find out if you were able to attend, so to learn more or even to sign up for it...which you should do soon because it's coming on June 6th...drop Hendrik an email to get more information in...

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[ Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:35:37 -0400 ]

354 Router Bit Holders

I strive really hard to be organized, but let's get serious...it's a pipe dream if there ever was one!! One of the worst offenders of disorganization in my shop is my router bit drawer. All I have for storage of all the great bits we've been demonstrating here is a piece of plywood with a few holes to set the bits in. Sadly I'd bought some router bit holders from Lee Valley over a year ago and I've decided enough is enough...it's time to get organized!! To learn more about the router bit hol...

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[ Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:32:27 -0400 ]

353 Whiteside's 7/16" Guide Bushing

Router Bit of the Month for April 2009 isn't a router bit at all, but is instead a router accessory. The Whiteside 7/16" Precision Ground Guide Bushing is a great alternative...some might even say an upgrade...to the typical guide bushing that comes with your manufactured router jigs. Easy to install, easy to use and with better results than the flimsy plastic versions I've had with all of my own jigs. The Whiteside guide bushing makes using router jigs actually enjoyable, but more importantl...

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[ Fri, 03 Apr 2009 18:30:00 -0400 ]

352 Surface Prep with Hendrik

Today's visit with Hendrik we start a short mini-series where we discuss some of the basics of staining and finishing our projects. This episode is regarding surface preparation prior to finishing. An important step that most of us would much rather skip over, because it can be so tedious. Help Support Matt's Basement Workshop by visiting our sponsors! ...

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[ Fri, 20 Mar 2009 06:02:23 -0400 ]

351 Minimize the Dust

In today's episode I share with you a few ideas on ways to minimize the amount of sawdust that escapes your shop and spreads throughout the whole house. I promise they're really easy and your family and home will thank you for thinking of them...or at least complain a little less than before?? Afterall sawdust can contribute to health issues such as asthma and allergies. Click to play play_blip_movie_1883942(); ...

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[ Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:00:48 -0400 ]

349 Hendrik's February Visit

As promised I was able to get a hold of Hendrik this month and we sat down for a great conversation. We answered some of the questions you sent in and even wandered down a tangenty trail of woodworking. So I hope you hear something that'll help you out or answer a question you've been wondering too! Coming up February 27th - March 1 is the 2009 Canadian Home Workshop Show. Hendrik is one of the presenters giving demonstrations at the show, so if you can make it stop by and say Hi!! Next mon...

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[ Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:49:10 -0500 ]

348 Unfinished Business

I fell a little behind on everything this week so it's not a regular show. But just because it's not the usual stuff doesn't mean we can't clean house and talk about some great ideas for upcoming episodes and give away some schwag!! Help Support Matt's Basement Workshop by visiting our sponsors! ...

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[ Sat, 14 Feb 2009 10:47:55 -0500 ]

347 Whiteside's Counterbore Screw Slot Bit

It's time for router bit of the month...and this month it's Whiteside's Counterbore Screw Slot Bit... ...

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[ Fri, 06 Feb 2009 21:10:20 -0500 ]

345 3rd Anniversary Show

It's the 3rd anniversary of MBW podcast thanks for checking it out!! ...

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[ Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:28:46 -0500 ]

346

ATTENTION - WE'RE MOVING! PLEASE VISIT THE NEW SITE AT www.mattsbasementworkshop.com where you'll find the video and more for today's show and future shows....

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[ Sun, 1 Feb 2009 21:53:00 GMT ]

346 Magazine Index Review

Thanks to Charlie Courtney we have a great review of both Popular Woodworking's CD of magazines from 2000-2007 and Fine Woodworking's DVD of magazines issue #1-#201 ...

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[ Sun, 01 Feb 2009 14:35:47 -0500 ]

345 3rd Anniversary of MBW Podcast

ATTENTION - WE'RE MOVING! PLEASE VISIT THE NEW SITE AT www.mattsbasementworkshop.com where you'll find the video and more for today's show and future shows.Help Support Matt's Basement Workshop by visiting our sponsors! ...

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[ Mon, 26 Jan 2009 03:30:00 GMT ]

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