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Latest Episode
Part 9 of Ralph Laughton's Oak Hall Table build
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An introduction to building and using router jigs with Ron Fox
Latest Series

Building an Oak Hall Table
with Ralph Laughton

Workshop Security
with Phil Davy

Dovetailing by Hand
with Rob Cosman


Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
Building a Solid Oak Hall Table
with Ralph Laughton

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In this first video instalment Ralph talks through the hall table build and prepares the top for glueing-up

Approximate running length 11 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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After glueing up Ralph progresses to cutting the legs to length ready for jointing

Approximate running length 10 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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Having cut the legs to length Ralph uses a sharp plane and shooting board to trim them to exact dimensions

Approximate running length 5 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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In this next installment Ralph marks the mortices ready for cutting

Approximate running length 9 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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In this episode Ralph cuts the mortices out by hand

Approximate running length 9 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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The next stage involves marking out the tenons

Approximate running length 9 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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Next Ralph cuts the tenons by hand

Approximate running length 7 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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After cutting the tenons the next stage is to halve them so that they overlap each other inside the mortices

Approximate running length 7 minutes
Building a solid oak hall table with Ralph Laughton
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In this final episode Ralph trims the top to size and assembles the table

Approximate running length 9 minutes





Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
Workshop Security
with Phil Davy

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Phil demonstrates a range of inexpensive products to help you improve security inside your workshop

Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
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In this second part Phil takes at look at some innovative exterior security products





Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
Hand Cut Dovetails
with Rob Cosman

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Rob explains what makes the hand cut dovetail joint so special

Approximate running length 15 minutes

This five part video series was filmed at the 2010 Get Woodworking Live Exhibition at Alexandra Palace, London
Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
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In this episode Rob talks through and demonstrates marking out of the tails

Approximate running length 15 minutes
Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
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Next, the tails are cut with a little help from a volunteer!

Approximate running length 15 minutes
Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
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With the tails cut the next step involves marking around the tails to outline and cut the pins

Approximate running length 15 minutes
Hand Cut Dovetails with Rob Cosman
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In this final part Rob completes the dovetails and applies layer of oil to increase the contrast between tails and pins

Approximate running length 15 minutes





Timber preparation with Ralph Laughton
Preparing Timber
with Ralph Laughton

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Join Ralph as he talks through what to look out for when buying and selecting timber for use in furniture grade projects.
Timber preparation with Ralph Laughton
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Learn how to create face sides and edges using a combination of basic handtools – fundamental to the process of squaring up wood.
Timber preparation with Ralph Laughton
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Having created the face side and edge in the previous video Ralph now progresses to thicknessing the wood with basic handtools.
Timber preparation with Ralph Laughton
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The first three episodes in this series concentrated on the use of hand tools. In this final instalment Ralph turns his attention to squaring and thicknessing material with machines.



Peter Dunsmore box making series
Build an Edge Banded Jewellery Box
with Peter Dunsmore

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Peter starts at the very beginning with tips on selecting and marking out timber for the best visual impact before trimming everything at the table saw in readiness for jointing
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Peter demonstrates his method of maximizing accuracy when marking incremental measurements with a tape measure
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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After preparing the material Peter creates the corner joints that will hold the box together along with a set of rebates for the lid and base
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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In this instalment Peter demonstrates how to prepare the components for glueing up before proceeding to assemble and cramp the jewellery box
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Next Peter shows you how to fix the top and bottom of the box in place prior to adding the edging
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Here's a quick glueing tip that'll save you both time and effort
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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In this instalment Peter demonstrates how to cut and join the edge banding to the box lid
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Next Peter applies edge banding to the sides of the box
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Cleaning up the box prior to parting it into two sections
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Parting the box on the table saw
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Making a sanding board to sand the edges of the box flat
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Next it's time to place and mark the quadrant hinges
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Peter goes on to create the recesses to take the quadrant hinges
Peter Dunsmore box making series
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Peter finishes fitting the hinges before summing up and suggesting ways of personalizing your own version of this superb box project

Mitre Saw Roundup with Andy King
Inline with Good Woodworking magazine (issue 224 – on-sale 25th Jan 2010) we've put together a series of video reviews featuring the four compound mitre saw that you'll find in the magazine. These video reviews will give you a hands on feel for each saw while the magazine will give you more in depth information about each model.

This is the first time we've released video to complement product reviews in Good Woodworking so we would value your feedback. You'll find a forum thread here.

 Good Woodworking magazine - issue 224


Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Mitre Saw Roundup - Part 1 (shown above)
Andy King walks you through some of the latest compound mitre saws available. In this video Andy explains what to look for in a good saw.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Mitre Saw Roundup - Part 2 (Makita LS0714L)
In this video Andy King gives you a detailed run through of Makita's LS0714L compound sliding mitre saw.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Mitre Saw Roundup - Part 3 (Bosch GCM8S Pro)
Andy King walks you through the pros and cons of Bosch's compact GCM8S compound mitre saw in this video review.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Mitre Saw Roundup - Part 4 (Metabo KGS 255 Plus)
In this review Andy King gives you a video walk around of Metabo's KGS 255 Plus compound mitre saw.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Mitre Saw Roundup - Part 5 (Hitachi C8FSE)
Andy King shows you what to look out for in this video review of Hitachi's C8FSE compound mitre saw.
 
 
Part 6 of Andy King's Video Sharpening Series
Sharpening chisels and plane irons
 
 
 
Andy King's Video Sharpening Series
In this comprehensive sharpening series Andy King walks you through several methods for keeping your hand tools in tip top condition. To start the series Andy demonstrates how to secure a handsaw in position during sharpening. He then proceeds to show you his tried and tested method of saw sharpening both traditional handsaws and backsaws (dovetail and tenon type saws). The series then progresses to sharpening chisels and plane irons before taking a look at how to use a lapping plate.		 Andy King - Technical Editor of Good Woodworking Magazine
 
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 1 of Andy King's Video Sharpening Series
In this first instalment Andy King demonstrates his saw-chops – a simple shop made jig that secures a handsaws during the sharpening process.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 2
You saw the saw-chops in part one of Andy King's saw sharpening video series. Now, in this next instalment, you can see them in action as Andy demonstrates his method of sharpening traditional hand saws.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 3
In this instalment Andy demonstrates how to use a pair of setting pliers to achieve the correct set for your saw.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 4
Many woodworkers use hardpoint handsaws for cutting sheet material and roughing sawn timber to size, then use more traditional back saws, of the tenon and dovetail variety, for finer jointing work. In this episode Andy walks you through the process of sharpening traditional back saws – a necessary job for any dedicated woodworker.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 5
A quick note on using files for saw sharpening
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 6
Andy shows you his tried and tested method of sharpening a razor sharp edge onto chisels and plane irons with just basic equipment.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Click here for Part 7
Just to prove you can do it, Andy blunts a chisel then gives it a razor sharp edge in a matter of seconds using just one stone, a piece of leather and some honing soap.
Andy King's Saw Sharpening Bonus Video - Click here for a one on one demonstration on how to get the best from a lapping plate with Andy King.
 
 
Ralph Laughton talks through his pine chest of drawers
 
 
 

 

 
Routing with Ron Fox
Below is a series recorded at Ron Fox's router workshop. If you have ever wondered what you should look out for in a router then look no further. Ron will guide you through the process with this in-depth series.

In the first instalment below Ron takes a good look at mid-sized routers and shares some valuable information on selecting the right model for the type of work that you do. 		Ron Fox's Router Workshop
 
 
 
Ron Fox Video Click here for Part 2 of An Introduction to Routers
Using Trend's T5 router as a starting point, Ron takes an in-depth look at the different elements that make up the modern router. There is more to the router than you might think and Ron doesn't miss a beat here. This episode covers switches, plunge depth and the little known about and often under utilised fine height adjuster that is available for some routers.
Ron Fox Video Click here for Part 3 of An Introduction to Routers
In this video Ron discusses the various accessories you can expect to make use of with your router. Ron also goes into some detail on how to get the best out of the fine adjustment mechanism that is included with some fences. In addition, Ron explains guide bushes and their use then finishes up with a look at dust extraction.
Ron Fox Video Click here for Part 4 of An Introduction to Routers
Ron takes an in-depth look at one of his favourite routers, the Dewalt 621K.
Ron Fox Video Click here for Part 5 of An Introduction to Routers
Now for in-depth look at one of the most important but underrated areas of the router – the collet. First, Ron discusses what to look for in a quality collet so that you can quickly identify what's worth having over what's not. Ron then progresses to a demonstration of how to avoid all sorts of problems when setting the collet up in your router.
Ron Fox Video Click here for Part 6 of An Introduction to Routers
In this installment Ron demonstrates the correct procedure for inserting and securing a cutter in the router before accurately setting the depth. Then, finally, removing the cutter from the router.
Part 2 of Ron Fox's Introduction to Routers Part 3 of Ron Fox's Introduction to Routers Part 4 of Ron Fox's Introduction to Routers Part 5 of Ron Fox's Introduction to Routers Part 6 of Ron Fox's Introduction to Routers