Jig Saw

Is it possible to make paper-mache hard enough to cut with a jig saw?

The thickest I could make it is 1/4 inch and I need it to be as really hard so I can cut it to the exact sizes I need.
I am thinking about making the slabs in wax paper so I can peal it way after the paper mache dries. Do I need to use any special kind of paper or glue-mix, or will flour-water and newspaper work?

It might work if you used really heavy paper and watered down paste instead of the traditional flour-water mix.

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Tips For Using And Maintaining Woodworking Blades

Woodworkers have a lot to think about before diving into that first cut. Here's a few tips for keeping your saw blades in their most optimal cutting form.

Craftsmen often wonder how many teeth to look for in a saw blade, they often deliberate over which tooth-count will deliver the smoothest, cleanest cuts. The answer comes simply once you understand how the saw-blade-tooth system works. As a general rule, the more teeth your saw blade has, the smoother the cut. It's as simple as that. This rule applies to whichever saw you're using, whether it be a table saw, jig saw, scroll saw, etc. Saw blades with fewer teeth tend to slide more aggressively and produce a rougher cut. Essentially: -- The greater the tooth count - the smoother the cut.

Generally, it is recommended to have several blades available for each different saw. Having a variety of blades on hand makes different types of woodworking applications easier to perform. The easiest way to achieve the finest cuts is by staying true the specific application you're performing. When cross-cutting, for example, always use a cross-cutting blade - when riping, a riping blade - when cutting metal, always use a metal cutting blade, and so forth. There are also saw blades with tooth patters specific for finishing applications; finishing and melamine blades are designed with a finer tooth pattern for the smoothest, most refined cuts. Remember to: -- Use saw blades that stay true to your cutting applications.

It is important keep your blades free of pitch and sap. These are residues that collect on the blade with every cut. To avoid problematic pitch or sap slop, and residual build-up - simply keep your saw blades clean. Wipe them down after every use. It's beneficial to also clean your saw blades more thoroughly after every several uses. Periodically (and carefully) clean your blades with a diluted household cleaning solution. This should keep your blades shining and smooth, and ready to slice. Remember to: -- Keep your saw blades clean. It is also important to keep your saw blades sharp.

The sharpness of your blade determines (generally) the smoothness of your cut. When it becomes difficult to push your blade through your cutting materials, or if your blade is producing rough or choppy cuts - it's about time to have it sharpened. It typically costs around $20 - $30 per blade for a professional sharpening. It's also safer to keep your saw blades sharp; the less force exerted into the cutting process - the less likely a blade-related accident is to occur. Always: -- Keep your blades sharp.

To deviate from saw blades for a moment, I'll address the misconception that planer blades are not reversible. Most of them absolutely are! Get twice the action from your planer blades by simply turning them over. Most planer blades have two sharp cutting edges at either end (i.e. on the top and bottom) - this is a reversible planer blade. It is generally beneficial to also have a spare blade on hand, that way if one breaks or requires sharpening, your prepared with a spare. Like saw blades, it is important to keep your planer blades sharp. Depending on the blade's length, it typically runs about $15 - $20 to sharpen a planer blade. Rejoice: -- Most planer blades are reversible.

For the most effective cutting, keep your blades clean and sharp, and always use the appropriate blade for each application. If you follow these simple rules, your cuts should remain smooth and precise for the life of the blade. Remember, however, the most important tip when working with blades is to always be safe.

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As a student at the University of Utah, Mallory Kramer is currently earning an Englinsh degree. Three years ago she joined M&M Tool and Machinery adding to their over 150 years combined experience; there, she specializes in tool parts and web communications. For over 60 years M&M Tool has provided professional service to the tool industry with parts, sales, and service to professional level woodworking products, tools, and machinery.

Jig Saw

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Tools, does anybody know what this tool..........?

What would this tool be worth? Wanting to sell, but want the proper price!

If this is an old Craftsman from the 1950s, that means that it was made in the USA from cast iron, which is very desirable in a stationary machine.

New consumer grade tools are all made cheaply in China and I would pay five times as much for a well-cared for vintage Craftsman than I would for any new piece of junk made in China. Consumer grade table saws today are often made from aluminum, or sheet metal, which makes them too light so they are prone to tipping over, vibrating dangerously and they usually have crappy motors in them. Often times they are just a hand-held circular saw motor mounted in a cheap alluminum table. They are dangerous and not worth a dime. Your vintage Craftsman is a sweet piece of machinery which, to anyone who actually does work with a table saw will know, is a treasure.

List it on Craig's List so you can sell it locally. Emphasize the Made in the USA quality and generous use of cast iron (which is a big plus!!). There are also some good forums for woodworkers and tools in particular which have classified ads. Start with this one: http://www.woodworking.com/dcforum/dcboard.pl

Really, you should keep this table saw for yourself, you can't buy something like this new today. Not unless you go up into the $1000 and up, range and even then you're still going to get a made in China machine.

I'll bet that you can get $200 - $300 for it. Make sure you talk up the vintage quality aspect in your ad copy. Point out that this is far better than any $500 - $700 made in China piece of crap.

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There are many advanced woodworking schools out there, but finding the truly best of the best should be your goal. This article is going to outline the three best advanced woodworking schools out there and leave it up to you, the reader, to decide which, if any, is best for you.

Lohr School of Woodworking

The first of our advanced woodworking schools to look at is the Lohr School of Woodworking. J.D. Lohrs Practical Woodworking is a forty eight hour course that teaches you all the skills necessary to become a truly master woodworker. Students of all levels can benefit from this class, but it is truly meant to be enjoyed by advanced woodworkers. As with any woodworking instruction, students will be working with power tools so caution is first and foremost.

The school boasts four table saws, three jointers, three drill presses, two thickness planars, two wood lathers, full dust collection, spindle shapers, bandsaws, jig saws, scroll saws, as well as dozens of routers and jig accessories. In addition to these the school is fully stocked with all the assorted high quality tools you need to really bring your woodworking to another level. They offer a 48 hour boot camp so that you can go and get your skills up without having to wait years and months. This school is highly recommended.

Advanced Woodworking Schools

Next on our list of advanced woodworking schools is the Homestead Woodworking School. This school, located in Newmarket, New Hampshire, offers classes for all skill levels. All of the instructors are professional woodworkers in addition to be teachers and each offers there own areas of specialization to help you get the most out of your woodworking talent.

They offer many different courses throughout the year so check their website to find a class that is good for you. In addition they offer a comprehensive ten week course that takes you from the history of woodworking to its practical applications.

Connecticut School of Woodworking

The final school on our list of advanced woodworking schools is the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking. This school offers classes starting with the fundamentals working up to professional furniture finishing techniques. They boast an extensive list of classes and instructors, so check their website to find what most applies to your skill level and interest.

Any of these three schools would be a good choice, but give them each a call to find the right one for you.

Woodworking equipment is very useful and incredibly popular around the world. Asia woodworking equipment is particularly notorious, for its high quality make and affordable price. If you are interested in purchasing Asia woodworking equipment yourself, there are a few companies in particular that are going to be worth checking out.

House of Tools

House of Tools is one of the top woodworking tools companies in the world, and one that offers a vast and comprehensive selection of Asia woodworking equipment. When it comes to woodworking machinery in general, no one has a better selection than they do, and they have everything the consumer needs for bench top, floor models, home use, contractor, shops or heavy industrial and production machinery.

For production machinery they offer band saws, clamping equipment, dust collection, edgebanders, horizontal beam saws, jointers and planers, point to point machines, sanding machines, shapers, sliding table saws, specialty machines, veneer equipment, wood lathes, pneumatic cut-off saws, wood lathes and more.

For Asia woodworking equipment they also offer a variety of floor model machines including band saws, drill presses, jointers and access, spindle sanders, table saws and access, wood lathes and access, and planers, molders and access.

MLS Machinery

Another company worth checking out for Asia woodworking equipment of all sorts is the MLS Machinery Company. They offer everything from carving machines, chair making equipment, compressors, pumps, flooring equipment, dowel equipment, finger jointers, glue spreaders, and lathes to material handling equipment, new woodworking machinery, packaging equipment, rip saws, tenoners, veneer equipment, wood waste equipment and more.

They specialize in sourcing and listing both new and used woodworking machinery, and they are always dedicated to providing all of their customers the best service possible. They have over 350 years of combined experience, so you know that you can trust in them and rely on them to offer you the tools and information that you need.

Their website features an online catalog of the various different woodworking pieces they offer including all recent arrivals that you can quickly click to.

If you are not sure of the particular pieces of woodworking equipment to look for, then you should be able to find qualified and trained employees at the company you are shopping at and speak to them about this.

They will talk to you, help to figure out exactly what it is that you need and then make sure that you have an understanding of the selection that is available to you.

They say that a bad carpenter always blames his tools, with Delta woodworking tools there is no way you can fault the tools. These tools have been made to perform well, look great and give you maximum satisfaction.

No matter what type of woodworking tools you are looking for you are sure to find them at Delta. These tools are suitable for someone who does woodwork at home on the weekends, or anyone intending heavier use. The wide range in tools and prices make this a brand that anyone can rely on.

The Works

Delta woodworking tools extend beyond saws and other common woodworking tools. Delta woodworking tools complete your home workshop and provide you with an easier to work with environment. One example of this philosophy is the Delta vertical bag dust collector.

With this machine you dont have to worry about heavy clean up when using a planer or table saw. Keep in mind the fact that this is meant for a home workshop as this machine takes up very little space and runs quietly; all big musts when you are working from home.

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