Trestles: Episode 1
These useful trestles have a myriad of uses. They are made from construction materials, so Paul starts by planing the surfaces to remove surface irregularity. Then the gussets are cut to size and drilled ready for fitting.
These useful trestles have a myriad of uses. They are made from construction materials, so Paul starts by planing the surfaces to remove surface irregularity. Then the gussets are cut to size and drilled ready for fitting.
Trestles can be used to support stock or pieces in a variety of configurations and are simple to make. Paul has used this style of trestles around the shop for years and used them in his workbench project to provide a solid base to work from.
Getting a crisp 45° bevel on your cabinet scraper can be tricky. Paul shows how to make and use a honing guide that gives you a guaranteed angle every time.
We’re ready to fit the jaw liners on the vise. Precision fitting is required to make sure they don’t touch the bars and sit in the correct position. Paul adds leather on the outside jaw to increase grip.
Scrub planes can be used for a variety of planing tasks, from rough stock preparation to more refined work such as chamfers and texturing the surface.
Fitting the vise securely so that it can move freely and is accurately spaced from the top edge is critical.
Paul gets started with the tapered half housing. He first lays out one side and then transfers it to the other, making sure to get everything lined up. Then the recess is cut.
To get started with the leaning wall shelf, Paul discusses the wood and sizing options, then lays out and shapes the sides.
This scalable leaning wall shelf can be adapted to many uses from a spice rack, to an entertainment unit or a bookshelf. It features self tightening tapered housings that make it readily disassemblable.
Dovetail sizing has a big effect on the strength and appearance of your project. Paul shares some advice on how to size your dovetails depending on the size of your project.