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I don’t have a router and router table. Can I fasten the mirror directly to the back of the frame without recessing it into a rabbit?

Yes, you can use mirror clips fasted to the back of the frame. Just be sure to select the right size clips for the thickness of your...

 

My saber saw blades seem to dull quickly. What should I use?

That’s common, but make sure you are using the right blade for the material you are cutting—wood, tile or...

 

What should I look for when buying a saber saw?

Look to see if the mechanism for adjusting the base plate is sturdy. On less expensive models these are weak and will eventually wobble making it...

 

What is a saber saw?

It’s a portable jigsaw that can perform many tasks, such as cutting curves and holes. However, it can’t handle heavy jobs. Some models have...

 

I need to cut a hole in my wall for a new electrical box, what tool should I use?

You want to use a keyhole...

 

I want a hand tool to cut a rather intricate design in plywood.

A coping saw is best for this...

 

What type of handsaw blade should I use to cut paneling?

Use an 11-point blade—with a fine cut—so that the wood will not splinter when it is...

 

Can hacksaws cut other materials besides metal?

Yes, the fine teeth of a hacksaw can cut other materials too tough for wood saws, such as...

 

I want to cut some lightweight sheet metal, which hacksaw blade should I use?

Use a fine cut blade. On heavier metals, such as steel pipe, a coarser cut blade will be more...

 

Does the number of points on a blade also apply to hacksaws?

Yes the higher the number of points, the finer the...

 
 
 


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