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Essential Tools (to Me), part 1: The Stair Saw

Posted on June 20, 2021 by literaryworkshop

A few years ago, I realized I had stopped acquiring tools. Well, more or less. There are always one or two additional tools on my wish-list, and I pick up a new tool (or replace an inadequate one) every so … Continue reading →

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Timber Framed Bunk Beds, part 5: A Ladder

Posted on July 25, 2013 by literaryworkshop

A good bunk bed needs a good ladder. I’ve never made a proper ladder, but I’ve read up on wooden ladder construction.  Many traditional wooden ladders had threaded rod under top and bottom rungs to make sure everything didn’t come … Continue reading →

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How to Use a Stair Saw

Posted on August 11, 2011 by literaryworkshop

Stair saws, as the name implies, were originally designed to cut dado joints for stairs, but they are useful for dado joints of all sizes.  I got to use my new stair saw a lot recently when I build a … Continue reading →

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