AdhesivesTools - Adhesives The best joining is accomplished with adhesives, in conjunction with screws, nails, or other fasteners. A few of the more common types include: Polyvinyl (carpenter's wood glue) . This is a white, creamy glue, usually available
Cutting and Drilling: Hand ToolsTools - Cutting and Drilling (Hand) Most Common Mistakes Setting a board to be cut between two supports. Instead, cantilever the board over the outside of one support to avoid binding the saw blade when the board drops. Thi
CuttingCutting and Drilling: Power ToolsTools - Cutting and Drilling (Power) Most Common Mistakes Setting a board to be cut between two supports. Instead, cantilever the board over the outside of one support to avoid binding the saw blade when the board d
Cutting Fair and SquareCutting Fair and Square Here's a fast, foolproof way to make perfectly square, 90-degree crosscuts with a circular saw. Mark the cut line on the board and position the saw with its blade on the line. Hold a framing square with its l
Fasteners and ConnectorsTools - Fasteners and Connectors Ready-made fasteners and connectors are now on the market for just about any job you may need to do, whether it's building a fence, a deck or a house. They can be used where wood meets wood, concret
Getting Down to BasicsTools - Getting Down to Basics What You Will Be Doing Let's review building a tool inventory, the distinction of quality when purchasing, and the appropriate use and care of your tools and work area. The various types of tools are th