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re: Post your Woodworking Projects
Posted on 5/22/19 at 6:40 am to Chuckd
Posted on 5/22/19 at 6:40 am to Chuckd
Well, first small project down almost completed. Definitely made some mistakes and could have been more time efficient, but it’s sturdy and square, so I’m good with it so far. Also, no matter how many times you square it up, at the end of the day construction grade lumber (pine in this instance) frickin sucks. Also, I’m getting some kinda rough ends on my cuts so I assume I should just go ahead and buy a different blade for me miter?
Also, going forward, should I add the “X” on each end like planned, or just leave as is?
The table top is pretty straight on the edges but should I go ahead and rip a straight edge with the skill saw before I finish it up?
Eta: something that was driving me crazy was how the 2x2 runners don’t have a straight edge so they leave a lot to be desired where they join up the with 2x4 legs. Is there any way to make this look better or square?
Also, going forward, should I add the “X” on each end like planned, or just leave as is?
The table top is pretty straight on the edges but should I go ahead and rip a straight edge with the skill saw before I finish it up?
Eta: something that was driving me crazy was how the 2x2 runners don’t have a straight edge so they leave a lot to be desired where they join up the with 2x4 legs. Is there any way to make this look better or square?
This post was edited on 5/22/19 at 6:42 am
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Posted on 5/22/19 at 7:18 am to PapaPogey
You could router the edges and that will hide imperfections. 
Keep a eye on Craigslist for a jointer. Now and then there is one up for sale for around $150. That would be a very good investment towards working with store bought wood.
Also takes your wood working skills way up.
Keep a eye on Craigslist for a jointer. Now and then there is one up for sale for around $150. That would be a very good investment towards working with store bought wood.
Also takes your wood working skills way up. Posted on 5/28/19 at 7:50 am to PapaPogey
Here’s the finished product in my living room. Gets the job done.
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