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6 Methods to Maximize Your Mitersaw

Few tools can match a mitersaw for portability and quick setup. But the real test for woodworkers comes down to this: Can it make clean, accurate cuts day-in and day-out in a workshop setting. The answer: a qualified “yes.”

Right out of the box, some mitersaws deliver furniture-quality cuts. But even the best saws will yield better results if you put into action the tips detailed in this article.

Featured in the December/January 2010/2011 issue of WOOD.

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» A Pro’s Secrets to Working with Cherry » Painting Secrets of a Pro » 2 Ways to Enhance Walnut’s Image » Make Dings Disappear » Turn Bargain Boards into Luxury Lumber	» Make-it-yourself Mission Finish » How to Give Veneer Tops New Life » How to Faux Finish Like a Pro » Working with Pine » Wipe-On Finishes

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Article Category: Workshop Ideas
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Downloadable Articles from WOOD store®

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6 Methods to Maximize Your Mitersaw

Article Category: Craftsmen

Article Category: Finishes and Finishing

Article Category: Turning Techniques, Carving and Scrollsawing

Article Category: Joinery

Article Category: Tools & Accessories

Article Category: Woodworking Materials

Article Category: Workshop Ideas

Article Category: Cabinetry