G.T. LaLonde's Page

"Has anyone actually tried removing the plate bracket on the open end of the drum and sanded a board larger than 10"?  I spoke with a Grizzly rep on the phone and they do not recommend doing it, but it looks like it would…"

"Drum sanders and wide belt sanders have become the industry standard for professional cabinet and furniture shops everywhere because, in one easy pass, the broad sanding surface on the belt or drum can flatten and smooth a far larger area, with…"

"I've been doing some research and Grizzly makes a 10/20 drum sander for under $400.00   G0716 10" Drum Sander   "

"Send me some photos of close ups of the rail & Stile joints from your dresser."

"I would be happy to be a friend.  Maybe we can exchange some ideas and tips as we continue to work this wonderful thing called "wood".  Thanmk you for inviting me as a friend. jay"

"G.T.  You were interested in beaded face frames.  I just added some beaded face frame photos.  This is a true beaded face frame made by cutting the bead onto the face frame and not the "nailing and glue" method of…"

"I just bought the beaded face frame system after doing all the necessary research.  I have a JESSUM MAST-R-TOP with MAST-R-LIFT on my router set-up.  I read on the Kreg site that the Face Frame System is "easily installed on almost…"

"Try local mills, also Craigs List in your area. Sometimes you can find local small mills that specialize in cabinet grade wood. Home Depot and the like are way too expensive. These places are not very good quality wood."

"I found that using an electric drill is better, because it is faster. I use a 1/4" electric drill for more portability. It is faster than an electric 3/8" drill. Then your cordless is free to drive kreg screws."

"Why did you bother raising the panel if you are going hide it on the inside?"