Carpentry Projects & Advice

Great carpentry guidance from planning to finishing.

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Make a Bench from a Headboard & Footboard

We're going to show you how to make a fabulous bench from an old headboard & footboard. It is simple, fairly quick & creates a unique & one of a kind piece!
By A Few Good Pieces

Creating Curves Part 2 of 2

A curved deck is created by cutting joists to match the curved profile, then attaching a curved rim joist, which can be shaped in one of two ways (see Construction Options). Braces attached to the tops of the joists hold them in place as the rim joist is installed.
By BlackAndDecker

Creating Curves Part 1 of 2

A curved deck is created by cutting joists to match the curved profile, then attaching a curved rim joist, which can be shaped in one of two ways (see Construction Options). Braces attached to the tops of the joists hold them in place as the rim joist is installed.
By BlackAndDecker

Shortening an Interior Door

Prehung interior doors should allow a 3⁄4" gap between the bottom of the door and the floor. This gap lets the door swing without binding on carpet or floor covering.
By BlackAndDecker

Installing Wallboard (3 of 3 sets of instructions)

Hanging wallboard is a project that can be completed quickly and easily with a little preplanning and a helping hand.
By BlackAndDecker

Installing Wallboard (2 of 3 sets of instructions)

Hanging wallboard is a project that can be completed quickly and easily with a little preplanning and a helping hand.
By BlackAndDecker

Installing Wallboard (1 of 3 sets of instructions)

Hanging wallboard is a project that can be completed quickly and easily with a little preplanning and a helping hand.
By BlackAndDecker

Installing a Storm Door

Install a storm door to improve the appearance and weather resistance of an old entry door or to protect a newly installed door against weathering. In all climates, adding a storm door can extend the life of an entry door.
By BlackAndDecker

Understairs Work Center

The irregular space beneath a staircase can be used for a variety of creative built-in projects. Because the dimensions and angles of understairs areas vary widely, finding stock cabinetry that fits the space is difficult. However, the design shown here can be built to fit almost any area.
By BlackAndDecker

Understairs Work Center

The irregular space beneath a staircase can be used for a variety of creative built-in projects. Because the dimensions and angles of understairs areas vary widely, finding stock cabinetry that fits the space is difficult. However, the design shown here can be built to fit almost any area.
By BlackAndDecker

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Which Powered Sander is Right for Your Next Project?

There are quite a few different types of power sanders available, so how do you know which one is best for your project? These tips should help guide you along.
By Toolguyd
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Tools And Materials

Working conditions on a roof can be arduous, so make the job as easy as possible by gathering the right tools and equipment before you begin.
By BlackAndDecker
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Finishing the Siding At the Back of Our House

The guy who built our house never finished much of anything. We needed to install the rest of the log siding on the back of the house that he never finished. It looked horrible before we started.
By Lynne
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where can I buy a rip fence for a B&D 7515 Jigsaw?

need a rip fence
By dickow
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Any chance for li-ion battery for the B&D 18 volt tools?

B&D 18 volt lithium
By beaulog
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Can you send me a copy of build plans from the old website?

I would like a copy of the lean to shed plans posted on the old website at http://www.blackanddecker.com/projectcenter/ProjectDetail.aspx?DOC_ID=p_2_99_23589_23784.html Thank you
By Mark_L70
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cannot swing roller head

Have a old Black & Decker radial arm saw. Cannot release the yoke locator pin to swing the roller head.
By papa97
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HPB18 Battery interchangeable Question

I already own an 18 Volt cordless Drill MDL# PS180S
It takes 18V Battery mdl#HPB18 will this battery fit a
18 Volt cordless Saw MDL# FS1806S ?
By nascards
2 answers

circular saw cut depth adjustment

old Sawforce 100 circular saw model #7359; can cut depth be adjusted? If so, how?
By 4fingers
1 answer

Charging cordless screwdriver (Catalog # Li4000)

After initial 12 hour charging how long should I re charge battery after use?
By Talc
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Charging cordless screwdriver (Catalog # Li4000)

After initial 12 hour charging how long should I re charge battery after use?
By Talc
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Change belts to change speeds on B&D BD300 drill press

How do you "pivot the motor forward" after loosening the tension lock knob?
By istella
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Will the new lithium batteries work with my 18 volt tools?

lithium batteries
By banzi
1 answer

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Carpentry - Door Casing

An example of adding a door casing with decorative rosettes and plinth installation.
By BlackAndDecker
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Carpentry - Tools

An overview of modern trim carpentry tools.
By BlackAndDecker
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Carpentry - Crown Molding

A walk through the basics of installing crown molding.
By BlackAndDecker
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Carpentry - Coping Base

Instruction on preparing cope joints for your base.
By BlackAndDecker
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