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Tips on working with bamboo?

Hi, I just got a bunch of 1" thick bamboo treads and 5/8" thick risers and intend to turn them into basic office furniture (bookshelves, bo…

Started by Mischa Machius

2 Jan 4, 2016
Reply by Mischa Machius

brad nailer

What is a good inexpensive brad/finish nailer.  I've looked at the Stanley TRE550 nail gun and the ryobi nailer/stapler.  Really don't have…

Started by John Sipsas

30 Jan 4, 2016
Reply by NickM

Plans and Materials list for DVDs

Hi, I am new to the Kreg Community and I recently purchased the following DVDs: Cabinet Making DVD and Tables DVD. Is there an area where I…

Started by Joe Brennan

1 Jan 3, 2016
Reply by KregRep

Router questions

I have a craftsman router (315.175340).  I want to build a router table.  A couple questions.  Will my router fit any router plate?  Doe th…

Started by Brian

16 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Joe Massena

Will light sanding a gloss finish result in a satin look?

I want to put a satin finsih on a new table top and the varnish is described as a "hard" gloss. Will sanding it with very fine paper result…

Started by Gary

11 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Joe Massena

staining wood filler

Does anyone have any good suggestions on how to stain over wood filler in nail holes etc. The filler I use says that it takes stains easily…

Started by Fred Odette

10 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Elizabeth Leveques

soffit framing

Has anyone used the Kreg Jig to frame for a soffit.  I am looking for the easiest way to extend an existing soffit in my kitchen by about 6…

Started by Laura F

11 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Elizabeth Leveques

Here are a few pics of my shop

Here are a few pics of my shop.

Started by Nlrwilson

1 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Elizabeth Leveques

What is your favorite wood to build with?

With so many woods available to build projects with it’s difficult to choose. Pine is cheap but very soft, oak is wonderful but expensive!…

Started by Ralph Sarc

10 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Elizabeth Leveques

Roundover or Beading Bit

I was taking inventory of my router bits with the intent to start a collection of good quality bits to use in my table and hand held router…

Started by kenny from Sundre

4 Dec 30, 2015
Reply by Elizabeth Leveques

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Jig settings for 2 ¾ x 1 ½ boards with 30 degree miters?

I making a hex ring out of 2x4s ripped to 2 ¾ inches wide with 30 degree miters.  What setting on the Jig should I used? 1 ½ is too much.  Thanks.Continue

Started by Patrick Halinski in Kreg Jig® Operation Dec 30, 2023.

40mm Cup Hinge Jig Question

Hi All.....I have the 35mm Kreg Jig hinge drill guide. The guide is great for 35mm Hinge Cups, but I have a speciality 40MM hinge cup to drill.Has anyone adapted the Kreg guide to work with 40mm Forsner drill bits? Or have a guide that works…Continue

Started by Ed Anderson in Beginners' Zone Oct 3, 2023.

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New Kreg 720Pro

I saw the video Kreg put out for this new jig and had high hopes for it.

I purchased one today and am very disappointed with it.

First the docking station is extremely cheap. The plastic is pathetic. A Lego has more…

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Posted by Duke Leon on February 15, 2021 at 9:00pm

Not Pleased With Pocket Hole Construction

Several months ago, I purchased the Kreg K4MS so that I could build the Lego Table as outlined on the companion "buildsomething" web site which exclusively uses pocket hole construction.  I have considerable experience with conventional…

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