Custom Molding Knives – Design For Chair Rail

May 5, 2016 | Tools & Tips, Woodworking Projects

Learn how to design a custom chair rail and molding project using the Williams & Hussey Molder Planer. I talk about the custom molding knives I used and how the molding is made. Williams & Hussey Machine Co.,...

How to Install Window & Door Trim – Casing Made Simple

May 2, 2016 | Tools & Tips, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects

Learn how to install window and door trim and the tools and techniques you’ll need. Click on the link to learn more about the Leica laser...

Placing Peanut Stone / Rocks around the Barn Foundation

Apr 26, 2016 | Home & Garden, Tools & Tips

I install a perimeter of Peanut stone around the foundation of the barn to protect it from water backsplash when it rains.  Peanut store is very common in New Jersey and I found a nice pile of it in the yard.  I seed the area with grass seed and will continue on this...

How to Remove Finish Nails from Wood Trim – Tools & Tips

Apr 12, 2016 | Tools & Tips

Learn how to remove finish nails from wood trim using these simple tools and tips.

Unbox & Assemble the SawStop Jobsite Saw – My First Impression

Apr 8, 2016 | Tools & Tips

I unbox and assemble the SawStop Jobsite Saw. The instructions are very clear and the only tools you will need are an Allen wrench an adjustable wrench and a Phillips head screwdriver. My first impression of the saw is that it has a nice solid quality feel to it. The...

How to Caulk, Quick Tips

Mar 30, 2016 | Tools & Tips

Here are my tips on using a caulk gun and how to properly caulk.

2 x 4 Scaffold Q & A + When I use Water Based Polyurethane

Mar 22, 2016 | Tools & Tips, Woodworking Projects

I answer some questions in this video about the simple Scaffold system I built using 2 x 4’s for the sunroom renovation project and also talk about when I use water based polyurethane in woodworking projects....

How to Change Sandpaper on a Performax & SuperMax Drum Sander

Mar 18, 2016 | Tools & Tips

Learn how to change sandpaper on a double barrel drum sander and install two different grit papers. My drum sander is a 5 HP model by Performax which is now part of SuperMax and it’s been very reliable over the years.   Also, I discuss some upcoming projects in...

Is Polyurethane Food Safe? New Giveaway, Ask Me & Your Projects

Mar 9, 2016 | art giveaway, Giveaway Winners, In The Studio, Tools & Tips, Uncategorized

We announce the winner of the kid’s art framing system contest and announce this weeks giveaway which includes a roll of Gorilla Tape, a Jon Peters original “Barn” print, a nice assortment of exotic scrap wood including Zebrawood and Purple Heart,...

TV Lift Cabinet Q & A – Part 2 + The Lighting I Use in the Barn

Mar 2, 2016 | Tools & Tips, Woodworking, Woodworking Projects

I answer some of your questions on the TV Lift Cabinet Part 2 video on building the Sapele top and finishing the cabinet.  Learn about the paint and finish used.  Also, a quick discussion of the lighting I use in the barn to shoot...