Do you ever try to adjust the height of your table saw blade with a tape measure? Router bit height with ruler? I’m guessing you’ve used both of those methods, depending upon which is within reach at the moment; I certainly do. At least I used to, before our sponsor Rockler Woodworking and Hardware sent us their new Rockler Brass Setup Bars Master Set to evaluate. It’s nice to have the certainty they provide, eliminating possibility of misreading a ruler. Never heard of brass setup bars? If you’re a woodworker, cabinet maker or other hobbyist or pro that demands precision, you’ll wonder how you got along without them. Read More
Fence
How to Build a Split Rail Fence With Wire Mesh to Contain Wild Beasts
Okay, so it’s not technically a true split rail, but it’s a sturdier alternative. This split rail looking fence with wire mesh was a necessity for us since the arrival of two puppies not long ago. The “Dog Whisperer” I am not, and I was clearly delusional in thinking I could have them trained to stay on command by the age of four months. Whether you need to keep puppies in or pests out, this just might be an appealing alternative to the traditional split rail fence. Read More