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WOOD magazine is the world’s most popular woodworking publication. Every issue includes clear, fully illustrated plans for all types of projects from gifts to furniture, skill-building tips and techniques, and hard-hitting tool reviews. Plus watch helpful videos that bring the pages to life for woodworkers of all skill levels.

Leveling Up • AGAINST WHAT TAPE MEASURE DO WE GAUGE WOODWORKING SKILL?

WOOD Magazine • Issue No. 289 July 2023 Vol. 40, No. 3

Stick It Where the Sun Shines! • Building for outdoors is a battle against the one-two punch of ultraviolet light and moisture. Give your outdoor project a fighting chance with these element-clobbering tips.

Provenance Proves Popular

Your Projects

No Power? No Problem! • This solar-powered shop breaks the mold when it comes to judicious use of power and workspace.

The Alphabet Soup of Tool Steel

Go Nuts Over Storage That’s Simply Riveting

Sculpted Bench • Gentle curves add comfort and make this seat a stunner. Just as stunning? The simple technique used to shape the seat.

4 Ways to Attach Tabletops • Choosing one of these time-tested attachment methods will keep your tables from flipping their lids.

Small-Shop Assembly Table • Add efficiency and purpose to your project builds with this dedicated assembly table. An ample worksurface, loads of storage, and custom racks for drills and clamps make this compact mobile center a must-have for any shop.

Using a Moisture Meter • This easy-to-use and affordable tool proves indispensable for knowing when wood is ready to use.

Arts & Crafts Floor Lamp • With its timeless design and period details, this handcrafted floor lamp really shines—whether it’s on or off.

Benchtop Jointers • Whether yours is a small shop or a new shop, set it up for big-league lumber surfacing at an entry-level price point with a benchtop jointer. Our head-to-head test points you to the right model.

Customizable Storage Cabinet • Flexible configurations make this simple cabinet a master of storage versatility.

45 Must-have Shop Accessories • In the shop, as in life, little things can make a big impact on the experience. Here are some small things we love.

4 CNC-Made Shop Helpers • Two storage trays perfectly hold (and release) router bits and hex-shank bits, and a pair of handy pushsticks keep stock safely under control.

Bee Hotel • Provide nesting habitat for native solitary bees that serve as important pollinators.

The Domino Effect • Since Festool launched the Domino joinery tool in 2007, it has garnered wide respect for its ability to speed the creation of loose-tenon joints for many projects. A cross between a plunge router and biscuit joiner, the Domino uses a spiral bit to cut slotted mortises in a variety of sizes. You cut mating slots in workpieces, then glue in loose tenons that resemble dominoes. Lately, we’ve seen more and more accessories popping up for this tool (the original DF 500) as well as its larger sibling (the XL DF 700). We tested a variety and recommend the following for your Domino.

What’s Ahead • A GLIMPSE INSIDE THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE (ON SALE JULY 7)