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When operating a miter saw, it is important to make sure the board is flat, square and true to make the straightest cuts. See how to use and adjust a miter saw with help from a custom furniture...

To choose the right miter saw, consider the types of cuts necessary, as straight cuts can be done using a basic chop saw while specific angles require a sliding compound miter saw. Select a miter...

When using a circular saw, only expose as much blade as necessary for the depth of the stock. Practice safety precautions when using a circular saw with help from a custom furniture maker in this...

When using a wood router, it is important to work with the rotation of the machine in order to make a precise cut. Learn to properly operate a wood router tool with help from a custom furniture...

When using a Dremel tool, be sure to move in an opposite direction to the rotation to have better control over the device. Understand the operation of a Dremel tool with help from a custom...

To unlock a miter saw, push down on the saw to unlock the head and loosen the knob on the table to make adjustments. Start using a miter saw with help from a custom furniture maker in this free...

A pin nailer operates similarly to any other nail gun, but the pins are so small that the holes can simply be sanded out. Use a pin nailer to do finishing work with help from a custom furniture...

When safely using a box cutter, only expose as much of the blade that is necessary, keep the blade clean and sharp, and store the tool properly. Cut away from the body when using a box cutter with...

A rivet gun is simple to operate by loading it with a rivet, lining it up to the wood and squeezing the trigger. Learn to use a rivet gun, also known as a pop rivet, with help from a custom...

When using a palm sander, avoid pressing down too hard on the stock and let the sander do most of the work. Extend the life of palm sander pads with help from a custom furniture maker in this free...

A dial caliper is read in hundredths of an inch, and it can be used to take outside measurements, interior measurements and depth measurements. Find out how to use a dial caliper with help from a...

Upholstery repairs can include torn backs on couches, chairs, dining room seats and boat seats. Find out how upholstered furniture can be repaired with help from an experienced upholsterer in this...

A few upholstery techniques include cutting out fabric for buttons, making upholstery buttons and preparing pieces for re-upholstery. Learn a few tricks of the trade with help from an experienced...

When designing an upholstered furniture frame, determine the deck height, arm height and length, use a poplar or oak wood for the frame, and make sure the joints are doweled. Create a sturdy frame...

One important aspect of moving furniture is using packing blankets with a dolly to make sure that the furniture doesn't slide or scratch. Let the dolly do the work when moving furniture with help...

In order to sell used furniture, upholstered furniture needs to be cleaned more than hard types of furniture. Learn about advertising the sale of used furniture in the newspaper or on Craigslist...

An elegant bedroom is decorated using the finest furniture, highest thread-count linens and classic accessories. Add a touch of class and elegance to the bedroom with creative advice from an...

When arranging furniture in a room, consider both the function that the room will serve, as well as the flow and general aesthetic of the arrangement. Experiment with moving the furniture around...

To repair furniture, gluing in a dowel to a stripped hole enables a new hole to be drilled and a screw to fit securely in place. Glue in a dowel to fill a stripped hole with tips from an...

For furniture repair, sanding down a mended stripped hole creates a flush surface to drill a new hole. Sand down the top of a table leg for a flush bond to the table top with tips from an...

An inspection of the repaired furniture piece reveals a stronger table leg ready for a new drilled hole. Inspect the mended area on a table leg with tips from an experienced home remodeling...

To repair furniture, drill into a dowel that mends a stripped hole to create a new setting for a double-headed screw. Drill a hole in the dowel of a table leg with tips from an experienced home...

Attaching screws to repair furniture involves making sure the screw fits snugly enough to hold well without splitting the wood. Attach screws to a repaired table leg with tips from an experienced...

Attaching a leg to repaired furniture requires patience, as they screw is forming new threads in the dowel wood. Attach a repaired table leg to its table top with tips from an experienced home...

Furniture repair is a great do-it-yourself project that saves old pieces of furniture and saves money. Repair furniture instead of buying replacements with tips from an experienced home remodeling...

For furniture repair, removing table legs exposes problems that cause the table to rock or sway. Remove a table leg to reveal its flaws with tips from an experienced home remodeling specialist in...

Tools for furniture repair include a drill, a dowel, screws and wood glue. Gather tools to repair furniture with tips from an experienced home remodeling specialist in this free video on furniture.

When drilling to repair furniture, leveling the piece ensures a perfectly straight hole for the best possible results. Level a table leg for a proper fit with tips from an experienced home...

Drilling a hole to repair furniture widens a stripped hole to make it possible for mending. Drill a hole straight into a table leg with tips from an experienced home remodeling specialist in this...

Care for outdoor wood furniture by washing it with soap and water, rubbing with sandpaper and applying a paint, varnish or sealer to the wood. Learn how long to let outdoor wood furniture dry...

Before painting a door, make sure that paint won't be getting on anybody passing through or on any other furniture. Prepare the area before painting a door with tips from a professional painter in...

Wooden outdoor furniture can be revived by wiping it clean, sanding it smooth with various grades of sand paper and adding a coat of sealant, followed by a coat of varnish; this procedure should...

Patio furniture comes in many materials, including plastic, wood and aluminum, as well as a variety of styles designed to match houses, plants and decks. Wood furniture needs refinishing from time...

Cleaning wood furniture such as tables, chairs and desks can involve Murphy Oil Soap, water and a terry cloth. Clean wood furniture in the home by first wiping it down to remove and dust and...

House cleaning involves every aspect of the home including removing stains from furniture upholstery. Cleaning furniture upholstery including leather or wood can involve household products such as...

When choosing colors for a living room, consider the amount of light that the room receives as well as the style of furniture that occupies the room. Create a beautiful living room by developing...

Decorating a room one light color is a great way to make the space flow and appear bigger. Create a beautiful room by not adding clutter and large furniture pieces with tips from a professional...

When buying a sander for furniture projects, consider purchasing a hand-held version. Buy a sander with tips from an experienced handyman in this free video on home remodeling supplies.

When decorating a house, feng shui should be used to inform furniture and color selection. Use feng shui in home decoration with tips from a certified feng shui consultant in this free video on...

It's important to clean leather furniture by keeping it dust-free on a weekly or biweekly basis. Use wipes that are made for leather furniture to clean leather once a month with advice from the...

A veneer is a thin piece of wood used to make less expensive or beautiful surfaces appear to be solid wood. Find out uses for veneer and what kinds are available for doors, furniture or wood...

Pet hair can be removed from furniture upholstery with a lint brush that is rolled, picked up and wiped. Avoid putting pet hair back onto furniture when using a lint brush with help from a...

Recycle furniture you already have to add extra country space in your kitchen. Learn how to recycle furniture with tips from an organizing expert in this free housekeeping video.

Try to match coat rack materials with existing wood furniture. Find the right coat rack materials with tips from an industrial design teacher in this free woodwork video.

Using a paint sprayer is the easiest way to paint an adirondack side table. Paint an adirondack side table using the adirondack furniture construction tips in this free video.

Use a router to smooth the edges of the top of an adirondack side table. Learn to use a router to route the top of an adirondack side table from the adirondack furniture construction demonstration...

Install the cleats of an adirondack side table with a drill and pine screws. Learn to install the cleats of an adirondack side table from the adirondack furniture construction demonstration in...

Install the top slats of an adirondack side table by starting with the center slat and moving out. Install the top slats of an adirondack side table with the adirondack furniture construction tips...

Sand all the edges an adirondack side table after the edges have been routered. Sand the edgees of an adirondack side table using the adirondack furniture construction tips in this free video.

Use a radial arm saw to cut out the feet for an adirondack side table. Learn to use a radial saw to cut out feet for an adirondack in this free adirondack furniture construction video.